Monday, April 8th, 2024 on Channel 5 at 1:45pm
Theo’s party drug has kicked in and, having never done anything like this before, Valerie is helping navigate the elated Theo. At home, Justin and Leah happily settle back into the rhythm of their relationship, glad that Theo is in a better headspace, but clueless he’s under the influence. Valerie ushers him into his room to minimise risk of them figuring it out. Staring at the mirror he isn’t sure why he was freaking out. He asks Valerie when and why she takes these pills, but she deflects every time, distracting him with the thought of the fun afternoon ahead. They dance into the night, forgetting all their troubles, until finally they collapse in bed together, giving in to their building attraction and kiss.
Kirby’s still confused by her fallout with Theo. She and Remi discuss concerns that Theo is getting distracted from Lyrik, especially with Valerie hanging around. Remi’s still recovering, so Kirby takes matters into her own hands, asking Theo to chat. He’s still emboldened by the drugs when he arrives, uncharacteristically complimentary. Kirby drives to talk about a potential gig, but Theo is distracted. Kirby’s confused, and catches on… is he high right now? Is this Valerie’s doing? He cuts her off, asking for no judgements and leaves her behind, troubled.
Bree lets Remi know she’s home from spending time with her family, and he replies, revealing he’s out of hospital, even though it’s been a week. When Bree knocks at the door, she’s relieved and glad he’s home, but why didn’t anyone tell her? He apologises. Remi felt she needed to be with her family, and not be worrying about him. Bree composes herself, on the verge. She returns to tell Remi the full truth: Bree’s father suffered serious brain damage in his accident. He passed away from his injuries. Bree cries into Remi’s arms. She’s been keeping everyone at a distance to try to fix everything herself – and now she’s falling apart.
Cast
- Ada Nicodemou as Leah Patterson
- Adam Rowland as Remi Carter
- Angelina Thomson as Kirby Aramoana
- Clarke as Valerie
- Emily Symons as Marilyn Chambers
- James Stewart as Justin Morgan
- Juliet Godwin as Bree Cameron
- Lynne McGranger as Irene Roberts
- Matt Evans as Theo Poulos