The secrets of two of Coronation Street’s most dangerous residents come under major threat next week.

As Leanne Battersby (Jane Danson) turns to Megan Walsh (Beth Nixon), seeking help with how to handle her deeply troubled step son, Sam Blakeman (Jude Riordan), the insidious paedophile instantly begins to manipulate her worried roommate.

Elsewhere, Maggie Driscoll’s (Pauline McLynn) constant meddling in grandson Ollie’s (Raphael Akuwudike) love life looks set to pay dividends as she seeks to keep him apart from his (unknowing) cousin, Amy Barlow (Elle Mulvaney) and install Lauren Bolton (Cait Fitton) as his partner.

Meanwhile, it’s a difficult day for Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson) as he prepares to say goodbye to his recently-deceased dad. As secret brother Ben Driscoll (Aaron McCusker) approaches to offer his support, a deeply troubled Maggie watches on.

With manipulation, deceit and lies on the menu, may we offer you a sample platter of what’s to come, before the main course?

Bon appétit, mon cheri!

Tuesday, March 10

Leanne suggests a girly film night with Megan complete with ice cream, popcorn and no bras.

Before Megan can go, Leanne asks for her advice regarding Sam, concerned that there’s more to the story than he’s letting on.

Megan springs into manipulating Leanne into not pushing the issue, promising that if Sam needs anything, he’ll approach her. Placated, Leanne heads off to work.

As the door closes, Megan’s saccharine smile falls off her face. Has she managed to shut Leanne down? Or is her true nature about to come to light?

Wednesday, March 11

As Lauren, quite blatantly, tries to make Ollie jealous with tales of nightclubs and groups of lads, he calls her out.

Dropping her tough exterior, Lauren opens up about her worry over being hurt, especially after her last two relationships. Admitting that this is the reason she ended things and that she regrets it deeply, Ollie is utterly floored.

As the two finally give in to passion, Amy bursts in as Maggie watches on with sinister glee. Withdrawing from the burgeoning love triangle, Amy storms away.

Has Maggie got what she wanted and successfully destroyed any chance of Amy and Ollie?

Thursday, March 12

Steve is buoyed by the support of girlfriend, Cassie Plummer (Claire Sweeney), with daughter Amy by his side, as budding bestie Ben and Eva Price (Catherine Tyldesley) arrive to offer their support.

Tim Metcalfe (Joe Duttine) arrives in a very interesting shirt while Sally (Sally Dynevor) pays her respects, in the most Sally way possible.

As the funeral car arrives, Steve and his family hop in, though Maggie’s conflicted glare at the proceedings remains hidden.

Is the truth of the bond between Steve and Ben about to be revealed?