22/08/2014 EastEnders

There you go. Now, we've got... Oh, thanks, love.

..we've got appointments with these here. These ones are maybes,

in case those ones are no good.

No, that's not a maybe. That's all the way out in Billericay.

I know but it's got a brand-new therapy... I don't care Ian. We're not sending Patrick out there.

It's too far away. OK, OK, it's gone.

Sorry. I'm not handling this very well, am I?

You're doing fine.

He will be OK, won't he?

Yeah. It's for the best, isn't it?

Yeah. Anyway, thank you for organising.

Right, come on, better get going. Drink up. Yeah, I will.

I'll just clear this up and I've got to pop to the restaurant.

Well, be quick. We've got to get a shift on.

Wish her luck for me, yeah? Right. Bye.

That was Kat, Stacey's seeing her lawyer today.

Sorry, what?

Stacey, you know, her lawyer, the appeal?

Oh, yeah. That's good.

What is the matter with you, Whit? You're away with the fairies.

Thinking about a certain someone special, are we?

What?

Lee.

Come on, I want details.

I mean, was you holding hands or did you get a little bit more...

WHISTLES

..you know?

We had a nice time.

"Nice"? Is that all you're going to tell me?

Yeah. That's all I'm telling you. All right?

That silver car's been sat there all night.

I think there's someone in it. Watching us.

It's just a parked car. You're imagining things.

Mum, please. We're not even sure it was him yesterday.

Who else would do that to your car?

No, this is what he's like. All tricks and mind games.

And we're sitting ducks - we need to leave.

Mum. We don't. All right?

It could've been someone else.

Nonsense. It's a warning from Nick.

Charlie...?

Morning.

Nice quiet night in, was it?

Don't start, Lauren. KNOCK AT THE DOOR

You're the one who slammed in and sulked in your room all night. Get that, will you? Yes.

Oh, hi. Sorry to bother you so early.

That's OK.

I know it's cheeky, because it's your day off and everything, but is there any chance you could work?

I thought you and Masood had it all covered.

I did, but it's a really busy time

and I need someone to show 'em the ropes.

OK. Lauren, you are a star.

Who else is covering then?

Peter.

This is all getting way out of hand!

I think you're getting off on this fantasy.

Pretending you're a copper to Dot is one thing - but a policewoman!?

It's too much! It's sorted.

How can it be when her boyfriend is smashing up your car?!

It's just a warning to keep my mouth shut.

I can deal with Max. MOBILE BEEPS

Aren't you going to get that? It's just a text.

I know what it is. Why aren't you looking at it?

Mum, you've got to stop worrying about this, OK?

Nothing's changed, we've got no reason to go anywhere.

Who is it? It's nobody important.

Mum, don't.

I knew it! It's your father.

And he's out there watching us!

Got car trouble?

Oil light was flickering. Don't want to break down on the North Circular.

I'm going to look at Care Homes for Patrick with Denise.

Come to that, has it?

Yeah. It's got to be done.

MOBILE RINGS

Telesales.

Denise!

Mum, please, slow down.

No, I've heard enough. I was going to tell you yesterday, all right,

but I wanted to buy us some time. We need to think about this.

What is there to think about?

It's starting again. The phone calls, the texts.

Hounding us out. This is what he does!

He won't! We did everything he asked us to do - that was the deal.

And you broke it by hanging around his mother and lying to everyone.

I am her grandson. I do have a right to see her.

It isn't what we agreed. It stands to reason he's angry.

If they find out you're a fake,

how long before they figure out his death is a fake?

They haven't found out, though.

Face it, Charlie. You've blown it! We need to go - today.

To Ireland. No, Mum. And we'll need money. There's petty cash at the home.

We're going to have to take that. I can't just up and go. I've got family here now.

I am your family.

Bit early, ain't it, for rabbit food?

They're for Fat Blasters. There's a meeting here this evening.

Thought I'd get it done and out the way.

Hark at him, look.

Here you go. As requested.

Thanks, darling.

I wonder what's made you so chipper today, eh?

Stop it. It's nice to see my boy all loved up.

Just in a good mood, that's all.

And I'm guessing I know who's put a smile on that little face.

Yeah, Whitney's a keeper.

The sort of girl all mums hope you bring home.

Easy, L, don't want to put him off the girl, eh?

No, no. I mean, she's straight. Uncomplicated, you know? Like me.

No-one sitting here, is there?

I didn't answer.

Oh, I couldn't wait for one.

I want to know what you've done to my brother. What do you mean?

He's...different. He's happy, won't stop whistling.

Oh, yeah? What's he been saying?

Is there something to tell?

Is my love life one big joke to everyone? Not everyone.

But you clearly ain't whistling, so what's up?

Come on. What is it?

If I tell you, please don't tell anyone. Yeah. OK. I promise.

It's my brother. Your brother? Shush!

I thought you weren't in touch with him?

No. I ain't been for three years.

He messaged me out the blue.

When? Last night.

I don't even know if it is him

because there's no profile picture or nothing.

Well, there's only one way to find out, you should say something back.

Don't. I don't know why it's such a big deal?

Come on. What is it?

He's wanted. For questioning, by the police.

He's on the run.

We're in this up to our necks and you're prepared to sacrifice

everything for some woman that you've known for five minutes?!

This isn't about Dad, is it? This is about you.

Don't be ridiculous.

I've got a separate life from you and that's what you can't stand.

I wonder how she'll feel about you when she finds out the truth, eh?

She won't.

She'll know if I tell her.

You're not going to do that though, are you, Mum?

Always with the temper on you, especially when you're scared.

That's your father in you. Don't say that.

Has us all going for one another, look.

And we've no time to argue.

Come on, now.

She's bound to find out the truth eventually.

And the longer you stay the worse it will be.

I need you, Charlie. Dot doesn't.

OK.

I'm not going without saying goodbye.

Here you go. Thanks.

It's strong. I need it, even if you don't.

I'm sorry that I've dumped this all on you.

No, not at all.

But I was just thinking, what if it was, like, self-defence?

He didn't push that Rob guy into the sea on purpose.

Yeah, but there were no witnesses. So no-one's going to believe him.

Why's he decided to pop back up now?

Because I put a photo of Lily up.

He must be missing her..

I just don't know what I'm going to tell him about Stacey in prison.

Maybe I just shouldn't. Why not?

Because it might make him come back here, for Lily.

Then he'll be recognised.

Maybe I should just tell him nothing at all.

No, he's got a right to know. It's his kid.

But Stacey's appealing her sentence, so she could be out soon anyway.

Look, Whit, you have to.

No. No, I don't want to freak him out. Just leave it.

Hiya. Can I have a coffee to go, please? Thank you.

Hiya, how was last night? All right?

Don't ask. Was it that bad?

The worst. What's the matter? I thought you liked Dean. I do.

Well, did. OK, so this is what happened, right.

Peter comes in with Lola...

What?

Can I get three bacon rolls to go, please?

They're not all for me.

Have you still got the hump

because I won't give your mate's girlfriend a job?

No, it's because you judge people.

What, and you don't, I suppose? At least I'm honest about it.

You still shouldn't have spoke to her like that.

I was straight with her. Lola's not right for my salon.

Right. OK. So it was just a cold business decision, yeah?

Yeah. Sometimes when you're the boss you have to make those.

And the fact that she's a single mum, she's got a little kid

and could really do with a chance, that means nothing to you?

No.

That's life, isn't it?

What? Nothing.

This is the key to the strong box in my office.

Grab whatever petty cash you can.

Right.

What're you doing?

You're not leaving me here alone. Not with him out there.

OK. But when we get to Dot's, you're staying in the taxi.

So what's this one then?

Cherry Brook. Supposed to have quite a good reputation.

It wouldn't have to try hard

considering the last couple we've seen.

They weren't that bad. Weren't they?

We'll find the perfect place for Patrick, OK?

All right? Thought it was your day off?

Yep. Your dad told me to come in.

Thinks you ain't going to cope.

What, flipping burgers? It's not exactly rocket science, is it?

Come here.

So, Mr Trueman will need a placement soon?

Well, soon as possible really. He's only recently had the stroke.

It's only a temporary placement though.

Until he's fully rehabilitated...

We are mainly a home for the elderly, of course,

but we do have some excellent facilities for stroke survivors.

If you just follow me.

Sorry, can you give me a second? Sorry.

Peter, did you seat this table?

Yeah, why?

Because I need a table for four outside.

Why'd you do that? There's only two of 'em. I'll tell 'em to move.

No, no, you can't just re-seat people That ain't right.

Well, in my book it's OK.

Yeah, well, in mine, it ain't.

Well, maybe what you think doesn't count for much, lately.

What's that supposed to mean, exactly?

Just leave it to me. I'll sort it.

Take care. Thanks.

Lola?

What do you want? Can I have a word. Please?

If it's an apology, I ain't interested, all right?

Good. Because it's not.

Stay here.

Visiting Grandma again?

Yeah, I like seeing her.

Who are you seeing these days, Max?

What're you doing? Mum!

Hello, what a surprise. Come on in.

Dot.

Charlie has something he wants to tell you. Something important. Mum!

It's not bad news, is it?

He's moving to Ireland. Tonight.

Tonight?

I'm sorry, Grandma.

It's to do with his job.

Can't be helped, I'm afraid.

How long for? Not permanent, is it? Yes. No.

I don't know. I don't know yet.

I'm sorry, I know it's a shock. It's a last minute arrangement.

Oh. Is it a sort of promotion? Uh...yeah.

Yeah, it's, you know, like, a job transfer - a swap.

You know, one of their guys comes over here and I go over there.

Oh, I see.

Well, you have plenty of other people to rely on, Dot.

You're luckier than most.

It's just that I've got used to having him around.

I shall miss him. You will come and visit me, won't you?

Of course I will. Every chance I get.

I'm never too busy for you, Grandma.

Always the charmer, isn't he?

You're a good boy, Charlie.

I'll make us a cup of tea, shall I?

I know! I couldn't believe it either.

I'm just going to go say thanks.

Can you do it in a bit? She's quite busy.

Is there any danger of you helping me out or what?

Yeah, all right. There you go, sorry about that.

Catch you later. Talk to you in a bit.

Listen, Lauren, Masood can't work tonight.

So I was kind of hoping you could do a double shift?

You are kidding me, aren't ya? I can't do it on my own, can I?

No? It's flipping burgers - it's easy.

What're you doing? I'm unclogging it, is what I'm doing.

But the fork's too short. This is how we do it.

Just give it a big squeeze. Come here.

Do you know what, I've had enough!

Lauren? Lauren. Where you going?

Sorry we can't stay any longer.

You've got a plane to catch, of course. I shall miss you.

But what sort of woman would I be if I weren't happy for you?

Thanks, Grandma.

Yes, well, you know what they say - guide a child along the right path,

and when they're older, they will not leave you.

Like I hope that you won't me.

We need to go.

Yes, off you go.

I'm going to miss you. Charlie.

I suppose you think I should be thankful to you.

I can't break an old lady's heart any more than you can.

But I had to make sure you were coming with me.

I said I was, didn't I?

What is wrong with you?! You were like this last night as well.

Lauren, I... What is going on with you?

I don't know. Well, something obviously is - is it me?

Is this about Dean?

No, it's not.

Well, what then? What's your problem?

I...um...

Well, come on, spit it out! What?

I just don't like the guy.

You don't even know him. And it's none of your business.

But you're my mate, aren't you? Am I?

Really? Because the way you've been acting, it don't feel like it.

I'm sorry, all right. It's just the Lucy stuff, the press appeal.

What, it's been getting to you?

Why didn't you just tell me, instead of having a go at me?

Because I'm an idiot?

Not as much as Dean is.

Well, maybe he's not so bad. I mean, at least he offered Lola that trial.

When was this?

She told me earlier. Was that not down to you?

I mean, yeah, I did mention it to him.

Well, it's done the trick. Thanks.

I'd better get back.

Look, I don't blame you if you don't want to come back today.

I could do with a hand. But, no worries.

It's up to you.

Right, thanks for showing us around. We'll be in touch.

Thanks. Thank you. Thank you.

They seemed like nice enough people. Decor's nice.

I mean, none of that hospital green.

What does it matter what colour the walls are?

I'm just trying to find some positives.

Well, don't. Don't, because there aren't any. What, not any?

Sorry. Just...

Just ignore me.

Look, there's plenty of nurses for him to flirt with,

to look after him. It doesn't seem that bad to me.

You won't be saying that when them monthly bills start arriving.

What's important is that it's the right place for Patrick.

Yeah. Yeah.

Anyway, we'd better be heading off. Oh, look, it's nearly quarter to.

He'll be wondering where we are.

Did you think sucking up to Lola would make me change my mind about you?

I decided to give her a trial because I changed my mind.

Not to change yours.

If you say so.

I was wrong about her. Thought I'd give her a chance.

At least I can admit it.

Well, I can, too.

That being said, out of curiosity, do I get another chance, too?

Say, tonight?

Oh, Whit, sorry I'm late. I forgot the time.

That's all right. How are they? Have they had their tea? No, not yet. I'll do it.

Ooh, you look nice. Are you going out?

Yeah. Lee persuaded me.

Three nights in a week?

What's this? Love in the air?

I told you, he's nice.

Oh, come on, Whit, this is so unfair.

I've had to sit and listen to Kat banging on about Stacey

and the stuff I want to hear about, you're not spilling the beans.

That's a bit harsh, innit?

She's probably excited, Stacey might get out.

Like they're ever going to let her out. Why do you say that?

Appeals, they're a waste of time and money in my book. Why?

Well, because they always reject 'em, don't they?

I mean, no-one I was ever inside with got one, anyway. What, no-one?

Listen, I haven't said nothing to Kat, obviously,

but it's like stupid odds.

And then they just slap a load of time on your tariff anyway.

They add time to your sentence?

They can do, yeah.

For not "accepting your guilt".

I mean, I hate to say this, Whit.

But Stacey's going to be banged up for a long time, you watch.

Kids! Do you want spaghetti hoops?

I've told you. I'm on my way, so stop calling me.

Five minutes.

They said that 15 minutes ago. We'll get the Tube.

Come on, Charlie. Our flight leaves at seven.

You know once he realises we've left, he's going to come looking for us.

And now Dot knows where we've gone.

He'll not harm her. She's his mother.

Charlie, we have to go.

She's late.

She ain't answering any of her texts.

Something's up - I know it is.

You know something, don't you?

Mate, I can't say. I promised.

Johnny, come on mate, what's she said? Is it about me?

Why don't you ask her yourself? All right, Whit? Hello.

You are all right about yesterday, ain't ya?

Yes, course.

Right. Well, look, come here.

Because if I'm coming on a bit too strong... You're not.

Right. Well, you've just been a bit off, that's all,

so if there is something wrong...

No. I've just had a lot on my mind.

Look, you don't have to keep pretending.

If you ain't ready for this then...

Go on, Whit. Please tell him before he has a breakdown, eh?

Tell me what?

It's not you. It's about my brother Ryan.

Your brother? Yeah.

He got in touch with me and I wasn't really sure what to say.

But I've messaged him, so... It's done.

Right. Well, let me get you a drink.

I'll be back in a second and we'll talk more about it, yeah?

Did you tell your brother about Stacey, then?

Yeah. I had to. Stacey's not getting out of prison any time soon.

And besides, little girls need their daddies, don't they? Yeah.

Yeah.

Still no word?

No. And now my dips are going dry.

Baby. You think this no-show is because of me?

They've all got you wrong. It ain't fair.

Listen, they'll get over it eventually.

About time.

Some of us have got jobs to go to.

You got my rent?

You think I'd be stupid enough to give you cash?

I've paid the landlord direct.

A thank you would've been nice.

And there's this one. It's got entertainment every Thursday.

It's great fun, apparently.

Denise? Bingo nights, cocoa before bed?

That ain't Patrick. I know it and he knows it.

I can't do this to him, Ian. I can't, it's just wrong.

It's really, really wrong.

I'm sorry, all right. I'm so sorry.

No, no, it's not your fault.

Listen, go get some air, get a coffee.

Whatever. I'll talk to him.

All right? Let me.

OK.

You all right?

Bit busy actually. I couldn't find anyone else, so...

What am I, then?

You want to work?

I'm your mate, ain't I?

Patrick. I understand you're angry with me.

With life.

What's happened to you, you must be scared.

I'm scared.

Denise is out there, and she's so upset because of all this.

I love her to bits.

No...I do.

So...

Our house is your house.

And if that means you want to tell her everything, then fine.

You tell her everything.

You OK?

Yeah.

Yeah, me and Patrick have had a chat, and we've had a rethink.

He's going to come and stay with us.

What? Are you sure?

Yeah. Why not? I mean, look.

It'll be a bit of a struggle, but we'll manage somehow.

We'll cope. We'll get some help in.

Thank you. Thank you!

Hey, hold on, this "rethink",

it hasn't got something to do with all them little monthly bills?

Usually it would have, but not this time.

Darling, you won't regret this. I promise you.

Will he, Patrick, eh?

WEATHER BULLETIN ON TV

FRONT DOOR OPENING AND CLOSING

Who's that?!

Oh! Charlie.

Transfer fell through. Got room for one more?

Charlie!

I still don't feel old enough to be a grandma.

Don't be silly, Joyce. Of course you are.

What's the upside on losing your short-term memory?