EastEnders has finally exposed the truth about Martin Fowler’s death, after Cindy Beale’s surprise return.

Cindy gatecrashed Lauren and Peter’s engagement party in Harry’s Barn this week, after being away from Walford since February.

The Beales and the Knights were less than pleased to see Cindy in today’s episode, after all the hurt she caused last year, and Lauren demanded that she leave immediately.

Peter desperately tried to keep the peace and pulled Cindy aside, where it was revealed to Lauren – and to viewers – that he’s been in contact with his mum for a while.

Lauren was devastated by her fiancé’s betrayal, and back at home, she asked Peter to choose between her and Cindy. Meanwhile, Lauren, who is heavily pregnant, continued to experience pain.

With Peter returning to the party alone, Cindy felt frustrated that she had been cut off while the Beales and the Knights continued to live in harmony. So she decided to tell everyone that it was Kathy who attacked her on Christmas Day.

Elaine and George were furious that they had been lied to for months and all hell broke loose, but Cindy got a shock of her own when she realised that Peter and Lauren already knew Kathy was the culprit.

Ian then decided to expose a few home truths himself, revealing that Cindy shot him after finding out about Kathy – and that she pushed him in front of Reiss’ car, causing the explosion in The Vic.

Peter and the Knights were horrified that Cindy inadvertently caused Martin’s death, while Kathy wished she had never saved her from the collapsing pub.

Having been completely shunned by her loved ones, Cindy made a dramatic exit. As the two families made amends, Peter was enraged that they all felt able to move on from everything that had happened.

Meanwhile, Cindy later called round to confront Lauren once and for all. But in the flat, she was shocked to discover her archenemy in labour.

Will Cindy help Lauren in her time of need?