Episode 132 (22 May 1986)

Summary[]

Ethel tells a reporter that Den got rid of the mob and several people thank Den for doing so. Ethel gives Den her husband's war medal because she thinks he is a hero. Tony is confused when Hannah says she wants to buy the flat above his. Simon worries the Vic is too dangerous and considers leaving. Den tells Michelle it was a coincidence that The Firm left the area after he was asked to deal with them. Sharon witnesses Den treating Michelle more favourably than herself so she steals money from the till and sneaks out in the night.

Sharon ignores Den.

Pauline asks Kathy if she is free at all for a catch-up, but Kathy says she is not. Pauline walks off upset, so Kathy says she will meet her in the Vic at lunchtime.

A reporter is searching the Square for Ethel. Den argues with Sharon. The pair are interrupted by Lofty, who tells Den that a reporter wants to talk to him about the recent bank robbery. When Den gets downstairs, he learns that Ethel has told the reporter that Den got rid of the mob who were hiding in the Square.

Tony and Hannah share a romantic moment together.

Arthur digs at Pauline for buying a bacon sandwich after she moaned about having no money.

Kathy apologises to Den for being hard on him and thanks him for getting rid of the mob. Sharon continues to argue with Den.

Mary tells a deflated Pauline about her new job. Pauline returns home to hear Michelle talking to Mrs Woods about her.

Den learns that Trevor was arrested in Basingstoke following a tip-off, which DS Quick says came from Walford.

Pauline arrives at the Vic to see Kathy, but walks off after seeing Michelle there too. Michelle goes to the bar to get another drink and is invited upstairs by Den for a meal.

Ethel promotes herself as a local celebrity.

Sue tells Ali her belly looks bigger.

Sharon avoids Michelle, who is upstairs eating with Den. She asks Mary about how she masterminded running away from her family.

Den tells Michelle that The Firm are after him and he is scared. He also admits he had no involvement in eradicating the mob from the Square.

Sharon takes money from the till as Mary tries to discourage her from running away.

The sexy underwear party is in full swing at Kathy's flat. Pauline mopes around as she looks at the underwear and nightdresses.

Pete encourages Simon to join him in crashing the underwear party so they can see the ladies in their underwear, but his idea does not go to plan.

Den lies to Kathy and tells her that Angie is stuck in the East End and will not make the party, but has asked that her and Den give £20 to Michelle towards whatever underwear or nightdress she chooses.

Tony buys Hannah new underwear as a gift. Hannah asks Tony when he will paint the outside of Number 3 as she wants to buy the first floor. Tony is confused, having been under the impression they were going to live together. Kelvin waits at Number 45 for Michelle.

Pauline writes a note for Arthur and runs away.

Ethel gives Den one of William's medals for his bravery.

Sharon is unhappy that Den is treating Michelle more favourably than her. She packs a bag, walks downstairs, and overhears Michelle thanking Den for his contribution towards her nightdress. She walks out.

Arthur runs into the Square, helplessly shouting Pauline's name, not knowing where she has gone.

Credits[]

Main cast[]

Guest cast[]

Detective Sergeant Roy Quick - Douglas Fielding
Reporter - Garry Freer
Mrs Woods - Jennie Lee

Locations[]

Albert Square
The Queen Victoria- Public, hallway and upstairs flat
3B Albert Square - Living room
45 Albert Square - Kitchen and backroom
Bridge Street Market
Al's Café
14B Walford Towers - Living room/kitchen

Notes[]

Radio Times synopsis: 'Den, I have to think nice things about you; if I don't... what'll I think of the baby?'
Viewing Figures: UK broadcast - 18,800,000 viewers (chart placing unknown).

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