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Monday
Cameron tells Chas that Carl is convinced she is marrying Dan as a cover for something. When Cameron quizzes Chas over whether she really loves Dan, she gets upset and Cameron recognises it. The former lovers long to touch one another, but know they can't. At the same time, Carl discreetly watches the pair, intrigued by their chemistry.
As the day continues, Carl cannot keep his eyes off Chas and Dan. He is still watching when Cameron warns Chas that she will soon see sense over Dan. This prompts Chas to suggest they should set a date for their wedding.
Later that evening, Jimmy despairs over Carl's renewed obsession with his ex. Carl explains that he knows Chas is scheming and suspects Cameron is involved. Carl soon confronts Cameron, causing him to lose his temper. Carl smiles, he is now sure something is amiss…
Meanwhile, at the farm, Andy is annoyed that Alex still hasn't finished with Victoria. As Victoria arrives, Andy pushes him to do it immediately. Alex does, and Victoria is adamant that he must have another woman. Andy and Moira attempt to calm her, but she carries on pushing, until eventually Moira steps in and admits that she is the other woman!
Moira swears that she was unaware Alex was seeing Victoria again, but Alex tries to save himself by blaming Moira. Andy takes Victoria home, while Moira reassures Alex that he can keep his job but he will need to find somewhere else to live. Later, as Moira attempts to get Adam alone to break the news, Victoria beats her to it - announcing the relationship to the pub.
Elsewhere, Robbie apologises to Katie and they agree to let bygones be bygones, while Rachel tells Gennie that she is handing in her notice at the pub.
Tuesday
Chas is suspicious as Dan and Diane encourage her to go out for the day. The Dingles get the house ready, and Chas is gobsmacked but pleased when she discovers that they have thrown a surprise party to celebrate her engagement. At the gathering, Gennie worries that Chas is marrying Dan on the rebound, but Chas is adamant that she has moved on. Zak also officially welcomes Dan into the family. However, when Charity tells Chas how pleased she is for her, Chas has to go outside as she struggles to keep her emotions together.
Cameron follows and with Chas in tears, she begs him to let things lie as she cannot take it any more. Cameron and Chas share a final kiss before she pushes him away. Unseen, Carl has been watching from a distance - this is bigger than he had dared dream…
Meanwhile, Alex feels guilty for letting Moira take the blame for their relationship, so he promises her that he will speak to Victoria. At the same time, Victoria is angry with Andy for not telling her, but softens when he says that she is better off without him. Moira is annoyed to hear that Adam has badmouthed her to Holly and Hannah, reminding him of his affair with Declan's ex-wife Ella. Adam is wounded and Moira feels even guiltier.
When Moira goes to the pub, she expects hostility from Diane, but is relieved when she laughs about it, calling her Mrs Robinson. Victoria has another go at Moira at the pub, but Moira holds her own - telling her this ends now. Cain watches on - half amused, half intrigued.
Elsewhere, Nikhil is stunned when a tense Gennie says that she wants to forget she is even pregnant, while Chas tells Paddy that she regrets what happened between them, wishing it had worked out.
Wednesday
Carl is smug after witnessing Cameron and Chas kissing. Charity misreads his attitude, presuming that Carl is still hung up on Chas. She advises him to move on as Chas now loves Dan. Later at The Woolpack, Carl hints that he knows Chas has got a secret, and pockets her mobile as she leaves it on the bar. Chas soon realises that her phone is missing and begins to look for it.
At the same time, Carl scrolls through Chas's phone and finds all of the evidence he needs in the form of texts and pictures. He then begins to plot his revenge…
Meanwhile, Adam is still fuming about his mum's affair with Alex, but Andy warns him to give Moira a break. Later, the boys goad Alex into quitting work at the farm by giving him the worst jobs. However, Moira overhears and reminds them that they need Alex and to leave him alone.
Later in the shop, Victoria refuses to serve Moira, so Moira takes her items and swans out, telling her to put them on her account. Cain later becomes involved in the situation by giving Alex a job at the garage. Alex then tells Moira that he is leaving the farm. Adam is smug, but Moira is angry with him - saying that what he did with Ella was far worse than what she has done.
Elsewhere, Rodney warns Marlon that he does not want Gabby to be affected by his and Laurel's relationship, Paddy feels guilty as he and Rhona plan on doing a runner, while Rhona gives Chas some wedding magazines - but Dan is unsure about spending so much money on the ceremony.
Thursday
At the pub, Carl tells Jimmy to take Nicola to York for a romantic break, before asking Chas if she has ever been there - knowing that she went with Cameron. Chas is rattled, but Carl enjoys the game and shows her that he has her mobile. Chas tries to follow him, but is intercepted by Dan, who wants her to go into town with him to buy a suit. Chas later visits Carl to ask for her phone back, but is horrified to realise that her secret may be about to be exposed.
Back at The Woolpack, Dan is not happy that Chas is late, explaining that he took the afternoon off to spend time with her. Frantic, she explains that she lost track of time. Dan goes to collect his kids, fearing he is getting on Chas's nerves. Chas is left feeling terrible for making Dan think he's to blame for her anxiety. She then storms over to Carl's and barges her way in. Carl is upfront and demands the £30,000 she took from him - leaving Chas horrified to realise she is being blackmailed…
Meanwhile, Moira asks Cain why he has taken Alex on at the garage, and is frustrated not to get a straight answer. Soon afterwards, Moira is confused by Cain's behaviour when he tells her that he's not taken on Alex for her benefit - but if she wanted to do something for him, she could give Zak some work.
Elsewhere, Rhona and Paddy discuss their secret plan to move away without anyone knowing. They remain positive, even though they are wracked with guilt. The new locum vet Matt then arrives, unsettling Pearl - and she is suspicious of Paddy's explanation when he gives him some keys. She later catches Paddy and Rhona with their bags and passports, ready to leave.
Also, Rodney gets a call to say that Gabby has been sick but she doesn't want Laurel to pick her up, while Victoria is unsure when Betty asks if she wants to buy her house, suggesting that she'll stay on rent free.
Carl pretends to forward a photo of Chas and Cameron to Debbie, warning Chas that he would just like his £30,000 back after she took it from him. Later at The Woolpack, Dan wants to know what is upsetting Chas and offers to make her a fry-up. Chas pretends everything is okay, but later discreetly tells Cameron that Carl has got her phone. Cameron panics, but Chas is adamant that she will get it back herself.
Soon afterwards, Carl finally hands the phone back to Chas, but says that he has taken copies of all the photos and texts, and will let her know his deadline for getting him his money back. Chas realises Carl means business…
Meanwhile, Paddy and Rhona inform Pearl that they are leaving tomorrow and ask her not to tell anyone. She agrees at first, but feels guilty when she sees Marlon and can't resist telling him. Marlon wants to go to get Leo immediately, but Laurel says they need to ring the police. Marlon comes off the phone and says the police will come in the morning to assess the situation. Marlon is adamant that Paddy and Rhona are not taking his son anywhere.
Elsewhere, Charity offers to buy Jimmy out of the business, Cain gives Moira a nod of gratitude when she offers Zak a job and he accepts, Laurel and Marlon are awkward as Ashley serves them in the pub and Laurel is gutted that Gabby doesn't want to see her, while Betty tells Victoria that she'll sell her the house for £60,000 - but Diane advises Victoria to think seriously about it before rushing into anything.
Friday
The taxi has arrived to collect Paddy and Rhona, and they're both sad yet excited about leaving for New Zealand. Laurel tries to reassure Marlon that the police are on their way, but he cannot wait any longer and catches Paddy and Rhona just as they are saying their goodbyes to Pearl. He warns them that they are going nowhere. Pearl takes Leo inside, as Laurel and Marlon try to stop Paddy and Rhona from leaving. The row escalates when Marlon ends up hitting Paddy.
Paddy and Marlon's fight is broken up when the police arrive, but a police officer gets caught up in the spat and gets hit himself, resulting in Marlon and Paddy both being arrested. They're both put in the car, so Paddy urges Rhona to go to New Zealand without him. She is uncertain, but ultimately gets in the taxi with Leo and it pulls away. Paddy and Marlon are then taken into custody.
Meanwhile, in the café, a panicked Chas tells Cameron that they have to find £30,000 for Carl, and they are both filled with dread. Back at the pub, Chas tells Dan that they should scale down the wedding plans and not spend too much money - without revealing the real reason.
Later, Chas and Cameron hold their breath as Carl starts up a conversation with Debbie at the pub. Wanting to get away from the Carl situation, Chas suggests to Dan that they should get away in the camper van for a few days. He is pleased, but the lies are taking their toll on Chas.
Elsewhere, Charity is frustrated when Jimmy turns down her generous offer.
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i wonder if rhona actually goes
carl doesn't have any right to bully chas he cheated on her lots of times
i wonder if rhona actually goes
carl doesn't have any right to bully chas he cheated on her lots of times
surely even the soap plod cant be that thick? called for a potential child abduction, they then calmly wave Rhona and leo on her way in the taxi....?
I would like to see Rhona arrested over this, and Marlon take on official custody - it would be good to see a single father taking the main role for a change?
and once arrested, if charged will Paddy lose the NZ job?
I think the cops will catch up to Rhona and surely contact the nearest airports and ferry ports but then again this is soap police
As I have not seen any reports that either actor is leaving, I take it that neither Rhona nor Paddy will be off to NZ