Having heard the truth about Barry's death, a devastated Natalie cannot bear to be near Paul. After a night walking the streets, a desperate Paul returns, begging Natalie to let him explain. She has heard enough and tells him there is only one way he can appease his conscience: he must go to the police and turn Janine in.Vicki causes trouble between Dennis and Sharon, telling Dennis that his new girlfriend is ashamed of their relationship. Stirred by Vicki's words, Dennis goads Sharon and the resulting row forces her to face up to her feelings.