08/11/2013 EastEnders

I'm looking for Ian Beale.

KNOCK ON DOOR

Kirsty Branning?

OK, roomie! Sh.

They're going to be so annoyed. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!

Time to get up! Come on! Get up! Look at the time!

Stop! Sorry, were you asleep? Yes!

Oh, sorry!

And you failed to respond to our letter confirming that you will be giving evidence.

Sorry. I must have forgot. He's had a lot on his mind.

Giving evidence in such a serious case is never easy.

Especially when it's all so close to home.

You and Mr Branning are friends, I understand.

Can't be easy.

But you do understand that giving evidence is your public duty?

Yeah. Ian wants to do the right thing,

no matter hard it is, don't you, darling?

So no second thoughts about giving evidence?

He'll be there.

Mr Beale?

Yeah. I'll be there.

Excellent.

Well, if you do have any questions in the meantime, here's my card.

Don't hesitate to call.

We're never far away.

And I'll see you in court next week.

And you've missed the last three weeks' payments. I've had a lot on.

Life has a nasty habit of getting in the way of stuff, don't it?

Too busy to answer your phone too, I suppose?

Or maybe your battery died. We hear that a lot.

Look... I'll pay you next week, I promise.

The ?1,000 you owe by tomorrow morning.

Or we'll pop back and relieve you of some of your material possessions instead.

Have a nice day.

For crying out loud! Have you seen it in there? It's like a refugee camp. Yeah, all right.

It'll calm down soon enough. Not if he hangs around, it won't. Here's your change.

Talking of which, isn't it about time you were leaving?

I can't go anywhere until I find out what sort of fella my daughter's involved with. A good fella.

That's plain to see. And more importantly, Bianca's asked me to stay. All right?

Well, that's my lot off to school. We'll have to get down there at some point and get my lot signed up.

I'll go down this morning for you if you like. Do you mind?

Give me a chance to get the cab sorted. Here y'are. Money.

Here you go, take that.

Are you sure about this?

Yes. You can't go to work with a clapped-out cab. Go and have a service. Yeah, but...

I've told you - what's mine is yours.

Your daughter's one in a million, you know that. Yeah.

See you later. Yeah, see you.

What?

That money was for you, not that freeloader.

Terry is not a freeloader. How would you know? You've only known him five minutes.

Don't you look at me like that.

Oi!

He happily takes her money. You still think he's a good fella?

Right. You take Bianca, I'll take Terry.

Doesn't Denise have a right to know the truth?

What she doesn't know isn't going to hurt her. And what about Dad?

You saw how shaky he was with that copper. He'll be fine...

That's before he even gets in the witness box. ..as long as we both support him.

Besides, what other choice does he have?

A loan shark? Are you actually that stupid, Kirsty?

Well, I needed cash to pay your dad's legal fees. And no-one else was going to lend me the money.

You do know they're going to come back here and take our stuff!

No. No, it won't come to that. I'll find the money.

Where are you going to find ?1,000 by tomorrow?

I dunno, I'll think of something.

Anyway, your dad's back next week and this whole nightmare will be over.

What planet are you living on? Even Dad thinks he's going down.

How do you know that?

I went to see him yesterday, didn't I?

Why didn't you tell me?

I wasn't sure you'd care.

How can you say that?

Maybe because you think he's guilty.

Maybe because he told me he was.

And maybe, if you knew him a little bit better, you would know that he was lying to you.

Because I looked into his eyes and I know he didn't do it.

He didn't even want to see me, did he?

Do you blame him?

Why don't you just do us all a favour, yeah?

And just leave.

I'm calling about the property on Albert Square again.

So could somebody call me back, please? Thank you.

Property market - it's a nightmare, ain't it?

Do you make a habit of eavesdropping on people's conversations? Sorry?

Oh, no, it's an occupational hazard. I'm a taxi driver. Yeah, you'd be amazed what I hear.

Some people tell me their life stories. Fascinating, I'm sure.

I'm Terry. I'm new in town. Sadie.

Here. Oh, cheers.

You're late. Sorry I'm late. Family emergency.

Don't matter. You're here now.

That stuff needs unpacking.

Any chance of an advance on my wages?

What's the date today?

It's not April Fool's, is it?

Look now, man. Look what they've done. Disgusting.

I tell you, this calls for a bit of community action.

Why don't we rally the troops and get this all cleaned up, hmm?

Patrick, I'm really sorry.

My 9.30's going to be at the salon. Sorry.

Dad?

What's wrong? You all right?

I don't think I can do this.

Then maybe you shouldn't.

I still think we should go to the police. Tell them what's been going on.

We've been through this, OK? We all agreed. No. You and Lucy agreed...

We all agreed it was for the best, OK?

I don't know what Carl's going to do to me when I don't give evidence.

That's why we should go to the police, then they can deal with Carl.

And what, you think just because he's banged up, I'll be safe?

And you think that you're capable of giving evidence?

I'll...

I'll try and talk to him. See if he'll see sense.

But he's just...

Peter, do me one favour - don't go to the police.

Give me another one.

Problem?

Problem? No. There's no problem.

Yeah, well, if it wasn't for Ian, I wouldn't be in this mess.

Ian was just doing his public duty. Yeah? I hope he can live with the consequences of his actions.

Ian is not the guilty party in all this, actually.

You stuck-up cow. OK. That's it. You can get out now.

Go on. Now, now, ladies. Let's keep it civil, shall we?

Hey. You all right?

I'm fine. How about I take you for a drink later?

Take your mind off things. No, thanks.

She did what?

Yeah, I know. Abi, Lauren, you fancy giving me a hand here?

So I dropped me cab off at a local garage. The Arches - do you know it?

Mmm. They said they couldn't do anything until tomorrow.

The bloke running the place looked like he got out of the wrong side of the bed.

Had a face on him like a bulldog chewing a wasp.

That's my cousin.

It's all right. You probably caught him on a good day.

You couldn't do us a favour? Have a word with him?

See if they could speed things up a little bit? Be a free cab ride in it for you.

Fine, I'll see what I can do.

I see. That's where my money's going, is it?

Let me guess.

You're here to warn me that if I hurt your daughter,

that I'll have you to deal with. Right?

And then I reassure you that I love Bianca

and that I'd never do anything to hurt her.

But despite my best endeavours, you still think I'm going to be

some freeloading waste of space who's out to get what he can.

Now that saved us both a bit of time, didn't it? All right?

Well, that was a total waste of time.

I can't sign Terry's kids up cos I've got no parental rights.

Want a cuppa?

No. Ain't got time. Got to get out to work now on the stall.

Can't spare five minutes for a cup of tea with your mum? But what comes with that, though? A lecture?

Your dad is just a bit concerned about you.

Why can't he just be happy for me?

I know that you think I'm being impulsive and stupid.

But I'm not. Terry is the one, you know.

He makes me happy. I love him.

He makes me feel really special. What is so wrong with that?

Or do you want me to go back to feeling lonely and going to singles nights and speed dating again?

I wouldn't wish that on anyone.

Look, Mum, I know this is a bit much,

us all turning up like this out the blue.

But once the kids get settled and they get to know each other a bit,

we're going to make the most amazing family.

Just you wait and see.

Is everything all right with your food?

The steak's a bit bland.

I'll tell the chef.

Can I get you some more wine?

What do you want, Ian?

Do you mind if I...

Be my guest.

I, um...

I had a visit from the police this morning.

Nice for you.

No. It really wasn't.

I don't think I'm going to be able to give evidence.

Gristle. You've got to change your supplier. Did you hear what I said?

That's the trouble with society these days, ain't it? You can't rely on anyone.

I don't think I can give evidence. Standards slipping all over the place.

Prisons. Schools. Hospitals.

Our hospitals used to be the envy of the world.

Now you've got waiting lists as long as your arm.

Unless it's an emergency.

And I hear the food is terrible in there these days.

But listen to me rambling on.

What were you saying?

Nothing.

On second thoughts, I will have that glass of wine.

Here, try this. That'll be lovely with your hair colour. No?

What about this black one?

Don't like it, no?

No? Cheers.

I can see you ain't run the business in to the ground, then.

Oh, look what the cat dragged in!

When did you get back? Last night. Did you miss me?

Nah. Hardly noticed you'd been gone.

Welcome back, Bianca.

What's she doing here? Temporary help. But don't worry, she's not a patch on you.

So come on, what did you get me?

Nothing. But I did bring something back with me.

You can get cream for that.

My new bloke. Terry.

All right. All right.

You must be Kat. So how did you two meet?

It's a long story.

Oh, fantastic. Looks like my cab's going to be ready today after all.

Landlady in the pub must have worked her magic on that cousin of hers.

She seems very friendly.

Yeah.

Well, I'll leave you two to catch up then. See you later.

See you. Nice to meet you.

So, what have I missed?

You've heard about Michael? Terrible, ain't it?

There's Alfie and Roxy's wedding. Oh, yeah. That and all.

Oh. I didn't mean to...

Don't worry. Good luck to them, that's what I say.

Kirsty, take your lunch break, if you want. Why don't you take the rest of the day off?

As it happens, now I'm back, we won't be needing your services any more. Thanks.

Lauren?

What's up? Are you OK?

We had loan sharks in our house today.

Trying to take all our stuff.

And my dad's convinced he's going to prison.

Even though I know he didn't do it.

And if that's not enough, Joey's going through a meltdown

cos Alice isn't coping in prison either.

So no...no, Peter, I am not all right.

I'm sorry. If there was anything I could do, I would...

Look, I don't know what last week was about.

And I don't need to know.

But if there is anything that you can do to help me,

or help my dad - please, I'm begging you, just do it.

OK? If I ever meant anything to you, Peter. Please.

You're going to need some heavy-duty cleaning stuff to get that lot off, mate.

Man, what I need are a few more pairs of hands.

Terry Spraggan. I'm new in town.

Oh. Um, Patrick Trueman.

Hi, Patrick. Hi. Makes you sick, don't it?

Yeah, man, I tell you, some kids nowadays, no respect at all.

And it's Remembrance Day soon.

My grandad fought in the war. Oh?

Stormed the beaches at Normandy. Well, that's what he said.

I reckon he stayed on the boat having a crafty fag till the coast was clear.

Terry, do you fancy giving me a hand here?

Oh... I'm a bit busy at the moment, mate.

But I can give you a half an hour.

All right.

Yeah, that's right. Is that Detective Sergeant Baker?

Yes, four adults, two children.

Um, I'll call you back.

Thank you.

Peter. I thought we agreed, OK? No police.

You going somewhere?

I thought it was for the best. You know. Just until it all blows over.

I thought you were going to talk to Carl. I did.

And?

I either give evidence or I end up in hospital.

So what, we just run away and hide? Then what?

What else am I supposed to do?

Tell me, Peter. What else am I supposed to do?

And I'm not sure I get it, or even agree with it

but Bianca is clearly serious about him.

And she does deserve some happiness. So you need to back off.

And it's not going to be easy for them, is it?

I mean, with two lots of kids to deal with.

So if you are staying around,

we need to do all we can to make sure that they get along.

Understood?

Understood.

I was just wondering, have you got any more shifts going?

No, sorry, afraid not.

Not your lucky day, is it?

Do you fancy that drink?

No, thanks.

If you change your mind, you know where I am, yeah?

Just doing a bank run.

All right. What you got there?

Zayn Malik.

One Direction!

Oh, yeah, right. Yeah. We're big fans in this house.

Especially Tiffany. Really?

Yeah. She's got bundles of their stuff upstairs.

She probably likes Harry. Zayn's my favourite.

Why don't you pop upstairs and have a look in her bedroom?

I'm sure she won't mind. Go on.

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Can I come in?

What can I do for you?

You can leave my dad alone.

So he's finally cracked and told you?

I've known for weeks.

So what were you doing - biding your time?

Yeah. Something like that, yeah.

Or maybe you were just scared.

Look, I just want you to leave my dad alone.

Why would I do that?

Cos he's been through enough and I'm not just going to stand by

and watch while you make him give false evidence.

So what are you going to do?

I'll tell the police.

That would be stupid.

And right now I can't work out whether you're brave or stupid.

If you're stupid, you can just turn round, walk out and we'll forget this ever happened.

I can put it down to you inheriting your dad's stupid gene.

My dad's not... But if you're brave, stick around. Tough it out.

Convince me.

So what is it? Brave? Or stupid?

I see. We've got a modern day hero.

I like that cos I hate stupid people. Now where were we?

You were going to tell me what you're going to do.

500 quid. It's yours.

Thanks for the donation.

What? Did you think you were going to walk in,

throw around some loose change and the problem would go away?

Cos that really is stupid.

OK. Fine. I get it. You hold all the cards.

There's nothing I can do.

But you should know that my dad,

he's been thinking about doing a runner lately.

You see, he can't handle the pressure.

I can see it in his eyes.

So if you force him to testify,

he's going to crack under cross examination, and when he does,

he's going to take you down with him.

See, that sounds more like a threat.

That's brave.

So you're not going to force him to give evidence?

I'll consider all my options.

I'll get back to you - and your dad - later.

Jake. I really need to see you.

Great. Yeah, half an hour.

What are you doing with my stuff?

Oi! Watch it. Don't talk to her like that.

What you going to do about it? Oi, pack it in right now. I mean it.

What you taking his side for? Give me back my stuff! Oi, oi, what is going on?

Ask golden boy. He started it. Actually, it was the precocious little brat that kicked it all off.

All right, stop, stop, stop.

TJ, Spud, we're guests in Bianca's house.

Right? So we play by their rules.

Tiffany, Morgan, Liam, Whitney.

I know you know what it feels like to be in a strange place.

To not have somewhere to call home.

You remember how bad that feels, right?

So I'm asking you to be understanding.

Make some allowances for these two.

Bianca and I really want to make this work.

More than anything in the world.

And it ain't going to work unless we work as a team.

So what I want you to do is say sorry to each other.

Well, come on.

Sorry. Sorry. Sorry. Sorry.

That's better.

And I've got just the thing to get us working as a team.

So I want you to get your coats

cos we're going on a little family outing.

Come on. You heard the man.

Get your coats. Come on.

FRONT DOOR OPENS

Abi.

Lauren told me what you did.

You don't want me to leave, do you?

Well, um...I think that would be best.

Before you make things even worse for us.

Watch it.

Sorry, mate.

You've dropped your wallet.

Thanks.

Patrick.

Terry. You've come back to help me finish the job?

Certainly did. And I've brought reinforcements.

Come on, you lot. Let's get this sorted.

Take some pride in your work as well.

These brave men gave their lives

so you could have the freedom to play computer games and eat nuggets.

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I thought I'd take you up on that offer.

That makes me a happy man.

Don't know if Max would be too impressed with you being here, though. Max who?

That's not very loyal. Considering he's languishing in some prison cell somewhere.

Well, he can stay and rot for all I care.

I've had enough of Max Branning and his family.

Why should I put myself on the line for them?

Besides, I've got my future to think about.

Peter, what happened? Are you OK?

Yeah.

Who did this to you?

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