Tired of putting on a cheerful front, Alfie leaves Spencer in charge and takes a well-earned break from The Vic. Desperate to let off steam, he heads to Angie's Den, where he relaxes over a few drinks - and comes face to face with temptation. Sam is shocked when she receives a call from Minty, who's in hospital. Suspicious about what's happened to him, she confronts Andy, who denies knowing anything. But, later, Andy pays Minty a visit. Dennis and Chrissie are confident that they have caught Tommy out and triumphantly head home. However, the situation is not as simple as it first seems and the tables are soon turned on them.