The atmosphere in the Brannings is extremely strained. When alone, Max tries his best to explain the situation to Tanya - but will she be able to resist? Masood is stunned by the surprise return of Ayesha, and it does not take her long to make it clear why she has returned. Patrick struggles, knowing he is a burden, so he encourages Denise and Kim to go out. However, he soon finds himself in a precarious position when he tries to do things for himself.