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Tony's business plans once again backfire but he may be able to seek solace in the arms of Lucy.

Max receives a strange letter, Gina misunderstands Paul's intentions, and Lucy and Ruth pore over the past.

Carol tries to spice up her love life when she suspects Finn of losing interest, while Ruth finds herself in emotional turmoil.

Darren pushes Paul and Sol to the limit and there's little they can do about it. Lucy and Tony's big secret is revealed.

Cindy becomes more resourceful where money is concerned as her financial situation deteriorates further, while Carol and Finn take pleasure in ignoring Tony's authority.

As Ruth's problems get worse, Lewis makes her an offer she can't refuse and Nikki wonders how she'll ever repay Sam for saving her life.

Darren tells his dad a few home truths about his new family, while Mandy senses all is not well with Cindy and Zara discovers a shocking secret.

Ruth causes Kate problems with her accusations and Gina worries about the abseil.

Joe and Kate struggle to deal with their dilemma, while Geri gets into trouble over her first assignment.

Carol tells Tony and Lucy about her unwelcome visitor, Ruth causes Kate problems with her accusations.

Sam and Nikki's recklessness leads to trouble, while Cindy is horrified by Sean's thoughtless spending.

Cindy worries about Holly, but follows Sean's advice rather than her own common sense.

Carol has second thoughts about her relationship with Finn after Tony lets the cat out of the bag about their romantic escapades.

Sean discovers Cindy's secret funds, Max relies on intuition and Beth takes the blame for Zara's spying.

Darren makes a potentially foolhardy business decision, and Cindy worries Holly will be taken away from her.

Beth and Rob share an eventful night, while Geri wishes she could match up to Carol's expertise.

Ruth sighs with relief as the Patricks depart.

Anna makes clear how much she disapproves of Nikki's behaviour, and Nikki now knows she has a big decision to make. Carol has a rude awakening when she is faced by an unreasonable demand.

Sol and Ruth are determined to keep their parents apart, perhaps not for the best of reasons.

Zara finds out the truth about Kerri and her father. Lucy tries to force Rob's hand and then has to resign herself to her fate.

Carol fears the worst has happened to Lucy, Nikki and Sam have a heart-to-heart and Cindy ignores Mandy's advice.

Sean has some good news for Cindy, Ruth is accused of interfering and Rob manages to upset Lucy, despite Tony's vigil. Luke's heroics are called into question after Mr. Morgan receives disturbing news.

S5 · E1092 December 1999 1999-12-02 · 30 min＋

Beth is cornered into revealing her father's secret. Max is shocked to learn of Cindy's plans. Mandy's doubts drive a wedge between her and Luke. Alex and Geri decide to return to their stolen property.

Anna is worried about Nikki, who has to deal with Sam's reaction about Dan.