Hollyoaks Spoilers 28 Dec - 1 Jan
2721: Kathleen arrives in the village
Airs on Monday, December 28 2009 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
Hannah's attempts at convincing her family that she's fine disintegrate when she hears that she'll be admitted for further treatment. With the pressure mounting, she tells her family that she's tired and needs to be alone. Unbeknown to everyone else, though, Hannah's planning her escape. After an argument, Darren and the Ashworths return to Hannah's room and are shocked to discover that she's mysteriously disappeared.
Everyone's frantic as they search for Hannah and when Darren finally finds her hiding away, he beseeches her to return to hospital. Firmly in denial, Hannah refuses and Darren feels compelled to help her escape.
With limited options, Darren asks Steph for a loan but when she refuses, he helps himself to the cash from her till. Hannah's surprised to find that Darren's leaving with her and the pair leave the pressures of Hollyoaks behind…
Meanwhile, Theresa's down in the dumps about her mum's no-show over Christmas and no matter how hard Michaela and Myra try to cheer her up, she remains miserable. Theresa's later thrilled when Myra gives her a charm bracelet, just like the one her mum was supposed to bring for Christmas.
Later, Myra and Michaela hear a bang on the window and as Myra opens the door, she's shocked to see her sister Kathleen. Unaware of the hurt that she's caused her daughter, Kathleen insists that she's only there to borrow the money Theresa's father left for her 18th birthday as she needs it to help her get to Spain. Disgusted that her sister could be so callous, Myra throws her out.
Later, as Kathleen walks past Theresa at the bus stop, her conscience is pricked and she pulls over. With that, Kathleen announces to Theresa that she's staying put!
Elsewhere, Tom and Fernando have a bonding session, which proves harder than he initially thought as Tom takes great delight in ignoring his suggestions. When his attempts to bribe Tom fail, Fernando worries what Tom will tell Steph.
Returning home, Steph's thrilled to hear Tom admit how much he's enjoyed his day - it looks like calm has finally been restored to Steph's life…
2722: Zoe and Lydia kiss
Airs on Tuesday, December 29 2009 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
Hannah and Darren realise that life on the run isn't quite as glamorous as they thought when they wake up cold and hungry in a grotty B&B. Darren's concerned by Hannah's fragile state, while Hannah's in denial over her anorexia. Although struggling, she puts on a brave face and is determined to have fun. As the pair decide where to spend New Year's Eve, Hannah suddenly collapses, leaving a frightened and helpless Darren to watch on as she begins convulsing.
When she regains consciousness, Darren desperately tries to persuade Hannah to go to hospital but she's adamant that she simply needs some rest. The realisation of how serious Hannah's illness has become hits home for Darren and he decides to call Rhys.
Hannah's distraught by Darren's betrayal as Rhys and Josh turn up. With that, Darren calls for an ambulance - and the sight of a desperately ill Hannah becomes too much to bear, prompting him to break down.
Meanwhile, Theresa can't believe that her mum is back and she's desperate to show her around the village. The pair glam themselves up and head to Il Gnosh and Tony's thrilled to see mother and daughter re-united. Cindy, however, isn't so welcoming. Seizing her chance to show Kathleen up, Cindy quizzes her as to where she's been all these years, knowing full well the answer is prison. Theresa can't believe her luck when Kathleen insists that she's back for good.
Elsewhere, Zoe's going all out to keep Lydia on side and the pair become closer. She's repulsed, though, by Lydia's advances but decides to go with it anyway, hoping it will lead to a confession. Lydia seems thrilled and admits that she thought Zoe was out of her league. With that, Lydia moves in for a kiss.
Zoe's immediate reaction is to recoil in horror, leaving Lydia hurt and annoyed. However, Zoe knows that she has to rectify the situation and quickly makes up for it. Zoe takes the lead and kisses Lydia. As things become more passionate, a stunned Mike and Amy walk in and a horrified Zoe is told to pack her bags and leave...
2723: Tom celebrates his birthday
Airs on Wednesday, December 30 2009 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
Zoe's at a loss over what to do after her attempts to elicit a confession from Lydia went disastrously wrong. However, she's determined to put her plan back into action. When Zoe bumps into Lydia in the village, they talk about their kiss but much to Lydia's disappointment, Zoe tells her they can only be friends. Lydia asks Zoe to meet her at Sarah's grave so they can explain their relationship and gain her blessing. A reluctant Zoe agrees.
Lydia has a chat with Amy who informs her that Zoe's looking to leave and with that, she panics and turns to Charlotte - who's the only one that knows her secret. Charlotte, however, refuses to have anything to do with her and informs Lydia she's happy to reveal her secret. With that, Lydia's sent into a greater turmoil.
Sticking to her word, Zoe later goes to meet Lydia at the church. Despite feeling nervous, Zoe continues to play along with Lydia. As Lydia pushes Zoe to tell Sarah about their relationship, she can't do it and runs off. But will she escape Lydia's clutches?
Meanwhile, it's Tom's birthday and Steph's organised a surprised party. However, Frankie seems more concerned with Steph's love life. Tom's delighted with his walkie talkies from Gilly and insists that Frankie to wear one. With Fernando unable to attend, Gilly stands in and Frankie suspects that he has feelings for Steph.
With the party is in full flow, Frankie takes the opportunity to tell Steph her theory about Gilly but Steph brushes the suggestions aside. Frankie then tells Steph that Gilly's not interested in Tom - he's just using him to get close to her. Unbeknown to Frankie, Tom has heard everything that's been said and is heartbroken.
Elsewhere, with Hannah back in the eating disorder unit, it becomes clear how much her illness is affecting the rest of the family.
When Darren arrives, Suzanne's angry but knows that if anyone can talk to Hannah, he can. When Hannah blanks Darren, Suzanne's heartbroken and at a loss as to how they can help Hannah.
2724: Lydia stabs Zoe at Sarah's grave
Airs on Thursday, December 31 2009 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
An unconscious Zoe finally come to and the events preceding her attack are fresh in her mind as Lydia's face looms before her. Desperate for the truth, Zoe goads Lydia and tells her that she never had feelings for her - it was all a lie. Zoe beseeches her to say the words 'I killed Sarah', but Lydia refuses. However, it's not long before a floundering Lydia finally admits that the parachute was meant for her, not Sarah.
Zoe's horrified when Lydia pulls a knife and lunges at her. Fleeing for her life, Zoe runs from the church with Lydia in hot pursuit. With time running out, Zoe endeavours to talk Lydia round but she's seriously unstable and as midnight bells begin to ring out, Lydia's plan begins to play out.
However, Charlotte, Mike and Dave arrive too late, finding Zoe bleeding and unconscious on Sarah's grave…
Meanwhile, it's New Year's Eve and Frankie suggests a night out at The Dog to celebrate and asks Steph and Fernando along. Arriving at the pub, they're greeted by a drunk Rhys who's on a mission to live like it's his last day on earth. Before long, Rhys passes out and Gilly's heart sinks when Fernando shows him the ring he's bought for Steph, before revealing his plans to propose to her.
Frankie tells Cheryl that Gilly has admitted he's in love with her and thrilled, Cheryl quickly reciprocates her feelings for him. Realising that Fernando's proposal is imminent, Gilly panics and manages to stop him in his tracks.
However, increasingly frustrated by their inability to express their true feelings for each other, Steph and Gilly are on the verge of kissing. They're interrupted, though, by Gilly and Cheryl. As the bells chime midnight, their moment is lost.
Elsewhere, Mike heads to The Loft to take his mind off being alone at New Year. Archie, however, wants to confront him but Kris steps in and pulls him back. Amy, meanwhile, is also desperate for some attention from Sasha. Running a bar, though, appears to be a higher priority than spending time with her friends.
Charlotte struggles to cope with her guilt and when Mike, Archie and Kris argue about Zoe, she's unable to shoulder the burden and with that, she erupts and admits that Lydia cut Sarah's parachute chord.
Mike lambastes Charlotte for keeping her knowledge a secret, before heading home to confront Lydia. However, back at the Barnes', they discover Lydia's suicide note. Mike and Dave realise that Zoe's in grave peril…
2725: Fernando proposes to Steph
Airs on Friday, January 1 2010 at 18:30 GMT on Channel 4
After managing to postpone Fernando's proposal, Gilly realises that he has to tell Steph how he feels or move on. Meeting Gilly in the village, Fernando confides in him about his worries but in an effort to put him off proposing, Gilly inadvertently helps Fernando reach a decision.
Cheryl, who's also having doubts about her own relationship with Gilly, is sent into a spin when she spies Gilly holding a ring as he bends down on one knee. Quickly jumping to conclusions, Cheryl thinks that Gilly's rehearsing a proposal and frantically runs to Steph for advice.
Feeling slightly jealous, a downbeat Steph returns home but is surprised to find the flat decorated with flowers. Confused by what's going on, Steph's gobsmacked when Fernando pulls out a ring and proposes. They head to The Dog to celebrate their engagement and caught up in the romance, Cheryl makes a decision on her own nuptials.
Gilly's gutted and knowing that it's now or never, he takes Steph to one side and tells her he loves her. His declaration, however, is drowned out by Cheryl on the mic. As a frustrated Gilly's forced to admit defeat, he's left shocked and confused as a giddy Cheryl announces that they're engaged, too.
Elsewhere, Lydia's being interviewed at the police station over her attack on Zoe but she shows no remorse. DI Fletcher tries to provoke a reaction but an emotionless Lydia is more concerned with whether or not Zoe's dead...
