Ian overhears Denise worrying about Patrick being home alone after Kim is late again. When Denise goes home to visit Patrick, she's surprised to find Ian already there, after cooking Patrick lunch. Ian and Denise have a heart-to-heart and they kiss. Denise tells Ian to go before Kim gets back, promising to sneak him back into the house later!
Liam wants a sick day from school. Bianca is suspicious when she sees a bruise on Liam's side, but is too busy to question him further. After getting a lovely letter from the school praising Liam's behaviour, she agrees to let him have the day off. When Bianca tidies Liam's room, she's horrified to see a stack of paper with the school letterhead on - along with Tamwar's money belt.
Carol speaks to Bianca's probation officer Steve, who reveals he's asked to be taken off Bianca's case because he has feelings for Carol. Bianca is annoyed she's getting a new probation officer with no warning. When Carol meets up with Steve in the Vic, he explains he has a connection with her and asks to see her again.
Also, Tamwar learns Masood was planning to run away with Ayesha.
