In a tense EastEnders episode, the women known as “The Six” gather for what they hope will be a celebratory moment, but the evening takes a dark turn.

Kathy arranges a meeting, urging Denise to “do the honors,” hinting at good news. But tension lingers, and one by one, the women grow increasingly nervous

as the topic shifts to secrets from Christmas night—a night that’s haunted each of them since. Kathy, knowing more than she lets on, makes it clear she has

pieced together the story behind what happened that fateful evening.

Just as the mood darkens, Nish arrives, and his presence changes everything. He reveals that he knows “everything” about that night—the confession, the cover-up, and the lingering lies. Nish confronts each of them with unsettling clarity, putting everyone on edge. His accusations are as sharp as they are disturbing, mocking them for their attempt to handle the situation without his guidance. As he digs into each woman, he dismisses Denise’s breakdown as a “pathetic little breakdown,” taunting them with brutal truths and making it clear he sees through their collective façade. Linda tries to stand up for her friends, but Nish turns on her as well, daring her to take action against him.

When asked outright what he wants, Nish toys with their fear, hinting that their attempts to control him are as futile as their attempt to hide the past. Smirking, he decides to leave them stewing, saying he’s tired and heads upstairs for a rest, reveling in the control he has over the group. Kathy, Linda, Denise, and the others watch in a mix of frustration and helplessness, knowing he’s orchestrating something far more sinister.

In a dramatic twist, Nish offers one final ultimatum to Suki. He wants her to choose between freedom for herself and her friends or enduring another layer of his twisted game. He proposes they spend one night together, a suggestion Suki finds repulsive, his suggestion exposing the extent of his need to dominate and humiliate her. He’s not seeking closeness but rather revenge against those he sees as undermining his control.

As the group watches Suki wrestle with this horrifying offer, Nish makes his terms clear: only total obedience will keep “The Six” out of prison. Suki, realizing what is at stake, stands before a choice that could impact everyone. With no escape from his demands, each of the women is left to confront their own vulnerability. Their secrets are no longer safe, and Nish’s demand is a chilling reminder that, in Walford, no one’s past stays buried forever.

As Nish departs, leaving the group in stunned silence, the pressure on The Six mounts. Whether they will yield to his conditions or find another way out remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the road to redemption just got even more treacherous, and their freedom may come at a greater cost than they ever imagined.