4903: 'Kiss Congeniality'

An indignant Karl denies any ulterior motive in treating Zeke. But Katya isn’t convinced. Katya’s concern increases when Susan springs to Karl’s defence after Katya questions his character. Rightly assuming Katya is interfering with Susan’s parenting, Karl warns Susan she needs to make it clear she (Susan) is Zeke and Rachel’s mother – not Katya. Susan agrees, and promises to stop bowing to Katya. However, when Katya misinterprets an innocent, intimate moment between Karl and Susan, they realise they’ve got a rough road ahead.

As word gets out about the imminent opening of Paul’s new cafe, the community declares its intention to continue to support the General Store, and Harold, in particular. However, despite a display of support from Susan and an offer of help from Max to form an alliance with ScarletBar, Harold is strangely resigned to his fate, struggling to accept escaping traditional “punishment” for attacking Paul.

After Stu warns Izzy to stay away from Ned, an “emotional” Izzy attacks Ned for betraying her trust – she feels so violated. Izzy goes on to “accidentally” reveal Elle’s rent-a-crowd stunt, claiming Elle must have little faith in Ned. However, Izzy’s scheming only brings Ned and Elle closer together. As Paul’s condition worsens and the more imminent Elle’s departure becomes, Izzy resorts to drastic measures, making the ultimate sacrifice for Paul.