She has given Linda an ultimatum over her drinking.

She hadn’t expected it to come to this.

In the end, she chooses alcohol and leaves The Vic. A dangerous night of alcohol abuse ensues for Linda, with potentially life-changing consequences.

She has stopped taking the painkillers, despite Cindy trying to tempt her with more.

Her resolve is tested.

He can sense that his partner is struggling,

When Lauren’s symptoms worsen, Peter rushes her to hospital.

She waits to see a doctor.

There are concerns for Lauren and her unborn baby.

Peter’s anxiety over the situation grows.

Fortunately, a doctor later confirms that the baby is fine.

Peter continues to fuss over her.

She struggles to confide in Peter.

He takes a moment by the tree.

But when Cindy finds out that Lauren took the pills while pregnant, she threatens to tell Peter unless Lauren comes clean herself.

She worries about Martin’s surgery.

She points out the obvious implications for them if the surgery goes wrong.

But she faces some challenges.

Despite Lily’s concerns, he’s going ahead with the surgery.