1. Sharon’s Secret Tryst with Grant Ends in Chaos!
Next week, Sharon and Grant give in to temptation and rekindle their passion after 30 years. While Grant is thrilled, Sharon is instantly filled with regret, knowing that if Phil discovers the truth, the fallout will be catastrophic. Grant, feeling rejected once again, decides to leave Walford, convinced Sharon will always choose Phil over him. But just as he’s about to go, he stumbles upon Bianca suffering a panic attack. As he helps her calm down, they call a truce, and Grant confesses his affair with Sharon. This revelation sets off a chain reaction, leaving Sharon scrambling for damage control.

2. Bianca’s Struggle Intensifies
Bianca continues to battle her trauma after months in Reiss’s lock-up. News of Reiss’s body being released triggers another panic attack, making it even harder for her to re-adjust to normal life. Despite George’s reassurances that she isn’t to blame, she remains stuck in fear. However, a visit from Kat helps Bianca finally start to open up, hinting that she may be ready to face her past.

3. Tommy’s New Friendship Raises Concerns
Tommy has been living with Zack, much to Kat and Alfie’s disappointment. However, they are relieved when he starts showing signs of maturity by helping a struggling friend. They even throw a lads’ night to lift his spirits. Just when things seem to be looking up, social worker Leslie confirms that Tommy can return home. But his anger issues remain a concern. When Kat confiscates his console, tensions rise, and Tommy lashes out, making his return far from smooth. Meanwhile, his growing attachment to an online friend sparks unease—should they be worried?

4. Barney’s Collapse Unveils a Shocking Truth!
As Zack tries to stop Barney from exposing Sharon and Grant’s affair, things take a dramatic turn. Before Zack can reason with him, Barney suddenly collapses from injuries sustained during The Vic explosion. At the hospital, a conversation about blood types leads to an unexpected revelation—Zack begins to suspect he may be Barney’s father! On Wednesday, Nicola confirms his worst fears, leaving Zack reeling. Drowning his sorrows, he’s hit with another emotional blow when Whitney reminds him of the child he has already neglected.

5. Bianca’s Fight Against Fear Takes a Drastic Turn
Determined to reclaim some normalcy, Bianca is encouraged to visit Beale’s, but the thought of stepping outside overwhelms her. As she struggles, Kat offers some words of wisdom, urging her to face her fears. However, her attempt to do so backfires when an unexpected incident forces her to step up. When Kojey gets hassled by a group of lads at Beale’s, Bianca is faced with a choice—stay frozen in fear or fight for her friend. The moment of truth pushes her to act, but has she truly turned a corner?

6. Nicola’s Ruthless Power Play!
With both Nicola and Sharon hiding major secrets, Nicola decides to use hers as leverage. In an effort to shield Barney and Teddy from the fallout, she manipulates Sharon into a deal. Believing she has everything under control, Nicola arranges a family meal at Walford East with Sharon, Zack, and Teddy. But with so many secrets hanging over their heads, how long before everything unravels?

7. Harvey’s Good Deed Turns Into a Disaster
Elsewhere, Harvey’s attempt to support a grieving Lily spectacularly backfires. His efforts to help only lead to more tension, and as the week progresses, he finds himself feeling alienated by the Slaters. With emotions running high, could this push Harvey back toward dangerous old habits?

Next week in Walford is packed with scandal, heartbreak, and explosive revelations—who will come out unscathed? Stay tuned!