Ashley is thrilled that Bernice is pregnant, but senses she is upset. She admits to being scared that she might have another miscarriage. But her secret worry is that the child might be Carlos’?
Carlos is frustrated to discover that Bernice could be carrying his child. Diane implores him to accept that Bernice has chosen Ashley and the baby instead of him.
Later at the vicarage, Carlos visits Bernice in a desperate bid to persuade her to continue their affair, but Bernice remains resolute, explaining that she will not risk losing the baby by rushing from pillar to post to be with him. Carlos retaliates, saying that he never thought she could stoop so low as to use her dead baby as an excuse to end their affair. Bernice lashes out and forces Carlos to leave.
Zoe continues to interfere in Chris and Charity’s relationship, and asks whether Charity is willing to leave him. Charity stresses that it would be madness for her to finish with Chris.
Nicola is devastated that Carlos has ended their relationship and seeks solace from a very guilty Bernice.
Scott considers buying Charity’s old car, but Len is outraged when he sees him taking it for a reckless test-drive through the village.
Ashley is played by John Middleton; Bernice – Samantha Giles; Carlos – Gary Turner; Zoe – Leah Bracknell; Chris – Peter Amory; Chairty – Emma Atkins; Nicola – Nicola Wheeler; Scott – Ben Freeman; Len – Peter Martin.
Tonight's episode is repeated on ITV2 tomorrow afternoon at 1.55pm
Wednesday 15th August
Published Sunday, Aug 5 2001, 16:01 BST | By Neil Wilkes






