Next week on EastEnders, a new flashforward twist is teased as the investigation into Joel's attack leads to a bombshell revelation. Meanwhile, Gray Atkins hatches a dangerous plan involving Chelsea and Jordan.
Joel investigation bombshell
Amy, Avani, Denzel, Barney, Ricky, Will, Lily, and Nugget secretly meet to discuss Joel, but Craig catches them and probes Amy for answers. When Craig questions Lily, she reveals what she saw on the night of Joel's attack, with Ricky and Denzel acting suspiciously.
Soon, a new truth comes to light, and Amy makes a confession to Craig.
Gray's manipulation and Chelsea's visit
Gray continues to manipulate Ian, offering him protection in prison in return for requesting a visit from Chelsea. Chelsea agrees to the visit despite her family's concerns. As Ian realizes too late what Gray is planning, he tells Chelsea to leave, but an incident breaks out.
Jordan goes missing
Kim offers to look after Jordan, but when he goes missing, they realize Sheila has taken him. Denise joins Kim as they head off to track Sheila down. At the prison, Gray worries as Sheila doesn't make contact, and Ian's left fearing for his safety.
In other developments, Jean's money woes continue, sparking a clash for Suki and Eve. Suki and Eve throw a party for Ria's birthday, but it doesn't go to plan. Nicola and Eve bond over their fractured relationships with their parents.
EastEnders airs weeknights at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
