Sharon is frustrated when Den refuses to pay Chrissie a visit. She is certain that his stubbornness is concealing real loneliness. Later, Den gets into several arguments at Angie's Den and Dennis sends him home. Zoë is planning a romantic night for Dennis but Den has some romancing of his own in mind.

Jim is concerned about Dot's strange behaviour and assumes that she is lonely. He invites Derek to move in with them but Dot is furious to find she has gained a new lodger.

Sasha decides that Ash's romantic picnic is not quite her idea of a great date but finds her perfect man elsewhere. Meanwhile, Jane and Ian have a huge row and Jane hands in her notice.

Ian writes her a reference but eventually backs down and asks her to stay. Jane agrees but is nevertheless pleased with the glowing reference.

She takes it to show a special person she has been keeping secret from her new friends on the Square.