January 1, 2026
There is a sinister start to the new year, while a happy surprise has a dangerous undercurrent and Ray hopes his dream can come true.
There is a fight to the death, while a secret explodes and the truth is delivered.
A beautiful day quickly turns ominous, a lifeless body is dragged away by an unseen assailant, and vehicles speed frantically into the night.
There is complete carnage after the previous night's catastrophic events, with the local hospital busy and the revelations keep coming over what happened and why.
A deal is struck and a mission given, April stands her ground, and Sarah has questions.
A betrayal unfolds, Paddy gets bad news, and Moira is left in utter shock.
Someone has to think on their feet, Paddy's news gets worse, and a body lies undiscovered.
A convoy of police vehicles head into the village and the officers want answers, while Ray's body is found.
Evidence is found and an arrest is made, while Laurel is struggling and the search for Bear continues.
Paddy is feeling desperately sad, while Jai is left worried and Joe is behaving furtively.
It is clear that many people are keeping secrets, while Jai is the subject of conversation and April is consoled by her family.
The first of three episodes offering different perspectives on the dramatic events that led to Ray's death, with each one focusing on a different suspect, beginning with Laurel. As Ray stands over his mother's dead body, Laurel is left reeling by the truth about him and rushes home, refusing to listen to the man she once loved and the monster he has been revealed to be.
The next episode focusing on the suspects in Ray's murder features a compilation of scenes reflecting Rhona's journey over the past two weeks. It shows her in despair over April's disappearance, while Marlon continues to spiral and she is home alone when a shadowy figure looms behind her.
The next episode focusing on the suspects in Ray's murder features a compilation of scenes reflecting Marlon's journey over the past two weeks. A despairing Marlon is convinced that Ray has April and is determined to get answers. Armed with a knife and murderous intent, he sets out to find him.
Ray prepares to dispose of the body and is left utterly broken, but his despair does not stop him from threatening Eve to ensure Paddy's silence.
In the shocking aftermath of Ray's death, the corpse has to be moved, but a slip-up means the body is driven away by an oblivious Jai.
Paddy receives news that gives him some hope, while Victoria is struggling and Arthur is hiding something.
Rhona has a surprise visitor, while Kim and Joe are floored and April shatters Arthur's illusions.
Joe is utterly overwhelmed, while Kim remains defiant and the police are called.
Marlon is stunned, while Ruby is shocked and Dawn makes a suggestion.
Rhona makes a heartfelt plea, while Kim is angry and Joe is frustrated.
Moira and Cain are arrested, while Caleb reveals some devastating information and Ruby is overwhelmed with guilt.
Cain is feeling nervous and is consumed by intrusive thoughts, while Moira makes a call.
Paddy tries to control the situation, while Cain visits Moira, and Gabby and Lydia are shocked.
Dylan confesses to April, while Victoria is overcome with guilt and Joe puts pressure on Robert.
Joe threatens Victoria, while April makes a suggestion and Sarah supports Cain.
Joe delivers an ultimatum, while Victoria visits Moira in prison and April tries to appeal to Bear.
Victoria is left mortified, while Cain warns Joe to stay away and Paddy tries to coach Bear.
Bear suffers from severe guilt, while Dylan is distressed and April struggles.
Bear confesses, while Cain has a bit of hope and Laurel is feeling guilty
Paddy is feeling stressed, while Laurel makes a decision and Cain is short-tempered.
Ruby confesses to Cain, while Bear is changed and Dawn has an announcement.
Sarah urges Cain to listen to reason, while Bear is determined and Joe encourages Graham.
Marlon is furious, while Paddy is determined to help his dad and Kammy and Ross play Cupid.
Joe wants to seek revenge on Cain, while Aaron reaches out to Bear, and Ross reckons he has a foolproof plan.
Kim persuades Joe to test Graham's loyalty, while a farm emergency worries Cain.
Ray's funeral causes concerns, while Vinny is worried about his love life and Kim orders Graham to leave.
Bear goes into a downward spiral due to his grief, while Arthur pushes Laurel too far.
There is a warning at work for Jacob, while Bear is in need of some help and Arthur is panicked.
Bear finds himself getting into further trouble, while Cain feels he is at the end of his tether and Arthur is fearful.
Sarah betrays Jacob's trust, while Jai and Kerry enjoy working together and the truth about Laurel's fall might finally be revealed.
Sarah accuses Cain of being a coward, while Gabby has her suspicions raised and Kerry taunts Jai in public.
Cain comes under severe pressure, while Graham advises him to sell up. There is a near miss for Jai and Kerry.