This week on EastEnders, emotions hit breaking point as relationships unravel, tensions erupt, and a surprise wedding announcement sends shockwaves through Walford — but is it all too good to be true?

We begin with Lauren and Peter locked in an emotionally raw confrontation. Lauren, full of resentment and heartbreak, finally voices the anguish she’s been carrying. She accuses Peter of being blind — not just metaphorically, but willfully oblivious to her pain. She’s angry. Furious, in fact. Not just at the tragic circumstances that have left their son Jimmy blind, but at Peter for his detachment, his blame, and his failure to support her through it all.

Peter pushes back, outraged by Lauren’s suggestion that the accident — or Jimmy’s condition — is somehow his fault. But deep down, Lauren’s lashing out because she feels guilty too. She’s haunted by her past choices, particularly the drinking and substance use during pregnancy. Even though doctors say it’s unlikely to have caused Jimmy’s blindness, the guilt gnaws at her. Peter, however, sees things more black and white: he blames Lauren entirely and won’t hide his fury.

Their argument escalates in the Queen Vic, where Lauren, raw and vulnerable, demands a drink. Linda and Gina refuse to serve her, worried about her fragile state and her past. But Lauren is spiraling, and her emotional breakdown becomes a public spectacle. It’s all become “The Lauren Show,” as Peter bitterly declares — a constant cycle of drama, addiction, and destruction.

Meanwhile, Lauren battles herself internally, crushed under the weight of guilt and hopelessness. She contemplates relapsing — reaching for alcohol and even seeking comfort in a former flame. But, just in time, she’s pulled back from the edge. Despite the chaos, a part of her still clings to what matters most: her son.

Peter’s absence only deepens Lauren’s sense of abandonment. When he returns after a night away, she demands answers. He insists he just stayed with a mate to clear his head, but the truth is murkier. Linda had tried calling him, and it becomes clear Peter may have gone to places — and people — he shouldn’t have. The seeds of mistrust grow deeper.

Amid all this tension, Peter and Lauren attempt a truce — if only for the sake of their children. They talk about appointments at a private hospital for Jimmy and whether it’s worth pursuing more advanced treatment. But Peter questions Lauren’s motives: does she really want to help, or is she just trying to absolve herself from guilt?

Eventually, there’s a painful but honest admission: both of them have failed. They’ve let each other down, and more importantly, they’ve let Jimmy down. But there’s still time to do better — or so Lauren hopes.

However, that hope is short-lived. When Peter discovers Lauren had attempted to drink the previous night, he explodes. He accuses her of proving him right — of being unfit to raise their children. In a devastating moment, Peter declares it’s over. He’s taking the kids, and he plans to prove she’s not capable of being their mother. Lauren pleads, insists she’s trying, but Peter isn’t swayed. For now, she can have the boys for the night — but he’s determined to win full custody.

Elsewhere in Walford, emotions of a different kind stir as Alfie makes a bold, unexpected move — one that has the entire square talking.

After years of back-and-forth, heartbreak, reconciliations, and more second chances than anyone can count, Alfie proposes to Kat — again. That’s right. Alfie Moon gets down on one knee and asks Kat Slater to be his wife… for the third time. And shockingly, Kat says yes.

But there’s a twist. Alfie wants the wedding to feel real — but there’s an element of play involved. They’re using the opportunity to stage a photo shoot and get others — namely Kathy and Harvey — to pay for half the cost. It’s a clever ruse with a romantic core: real feelings, but a touch of scheming on the side.

The news spreads fast, and not everyone is thrilled. Kathy, in particular, is grumpy about footing the bill, feeling blindsided and manipulated. But Kim is already in wedding planner mode, dreaming up big ideas, extravagant décor, and a Vic reception that’ll have the whole square buzzing.

As Kat and Alfie announce their plans, some can’t help but question the timing — and the sincerity. Is this truly love rekindled, or just another chapter in the never-ending Alfie-Kat drama saga? Regardless, the preparations begin. Champagne is popped, congratulations are shouted, and everyone starts bracing themselves for what promises to be a very eventful ceremony.

Meanwhile, Jean struggles with her own emotions, especially after hearing the wedding news. She’s visibly shaken, unsure whether to support the event or stay far away. Her history with Kat and Alfie — and her own inner turmoil — make things complicated.

But while the wedding is the talk of the town, some aren’t buying it. Questions arise: why now? What’s the real motive? Is it love, desperation, or just another scheme in the ever-chaotic lives of Walford’s finest?

Back with Lauren, the fallout from her fight with Peter is setting in. She’s isolated, on edge, and trying to figure out her next move. Everyone around her seems to be living their lives — celebrating love, drinking champagne — while she’s drowning in guilt and uncertainty. Her world is collapsing, and she feels powerless to stop it.

But the episode ends with a glimmer of resolve. Lauren knows she can’t change the past. But maybe, just maybe, she can start making the right choices moving forward. Whether she can win back Peter’s trust, or even regain custody of her children, is another story. The road ahead won’t be easy — and she may be forced to confront even more difficult truths about herself.

As for the wedding? Let’s just say that in EastEnders, nothing ever goes exactly to plan — and when love and money collide, scandal is never far behind.

Coming up this week:

• Peter makes a move that could change Jimmy’s future — but is it for the right reasons?

• Lauren fights to prove she’s stable — but one slip could cost her everything.

• Alfie and Kat prepare to walk down the aisle… again. But is their love story a fairytale or a farce?

• Kim takes the reins as wedding planner — but will her vision go up in smoke?

• Secrets, lies, and shocking confrontations threaten to derail everythin