Monday, December 16: Elaine stands firm
She has given Linda an ultimatum over her drinking.
Monday, December 16: Linda is shocked
She hadn’t expected it to come to this.
Monday, December 16: Linda gets upset
In the end, she chooses alcohol and leaves The Vic. A dangerous night of alcohol abuse ensues for Linda, with potentially life-changing consequences.
Wednesday, December 18: Lauren starts to struggle again
She has stopped taking the painkillers, despite Cindy trying to tempt her with more.
Wednesday, December 18: Lauren is experiencing withdrawal symptoms
Her resolve is tested.
Wednesday, December 18: Peter worries about Lauren
He can sense that his partner is struggling,
Wednesday, December 18: Peter insists on getting Lauren some help
When Lauren’s symptoms worsen, Peter rushes her to hospital.
Wednesday, December 18: Lauren arrives at the hospital
She waits to see a doctor.
Wednesday, December 18: Lauren and Peter are both worried
There are concerns for Lauren and her unborn baby.
Wednesday, December 18: Lauren’s pain is obvious
Peter’s anxiety over the situation grows.
Wednesday, December 18: Peter comforts Lauren
Fortunately, a doctor later confirms that the baby is fine.
Wednesday, December 18: Lauren returns home
Peter continues to fuss over her.
Wednesday, December 18: Lauren is lost in thought
She struggles to confide in Peter.
Wednesday, December 18: Peter looks forward to Christmas
He takes a moment by the tree.
Wednesday, December 18: The baby scan is put on the tree
But when Cindy finds out that Lauren took the pills while pregnant, she threatens to tell Peter unless Lauren comes clean herself.
Wednesday, December 18: Martin prepares for an operation
Wednesday, December 18: Lily gets upset
She worries about Martin’s surgery.
Wednesday, December 18: Lily wants Martin to think about his other kids
She points out the obvious implications for them if the surgery goes wrong.
Wednesday, December 18: Kim continues to plan the Christmas Eve carol concert
But she faces some challenges.
Thursday, December 19: Martin prepares for the operation
Despite Lily’s concerns, he’s going ahead with the surgery.
