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01/10/2012

Lilian makes a disturbing discovery and Will splashes the cash.

Matt and Lilian are back from Paris. Matt is off to work but Lilian is trying to tempt him back into bed. Matt leaves and Lilian turns on her phone to find a string of concerning messages.

Ed is pleased that Emma's brought him some sandwiches but not so pleased when he discovers they're fish paste. Emma's not impressed with his attitude.

Lilian goes to the Walters' to find no one at home. Neighbour Eileen reveals that Joyce had a bad fall. Lilian goes to the hospital and finds Arthur. He explains that Joyce has a fractured hip. Lilian takes Arthur home and he shows her the state of the floorboards. She promises to get them fixed.

Will has surprised George with a pet guinea pig. Emma is annoyed that Will didn't discuss it with them first. Will offers to have it at his house but Ed says no, he doesn't want George to prefer being there, Nonetheless, Emma's worried about the cost.

There's a heated argument when Lilian confronts Matt about the Walters' house. Matt doesn't take any responsibility for the problem and blames Darrell. Furious Lilian tells Matt she's taking over the job so she knows it will be done properly.

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Tue 2 Oct 201214:00

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