S04E09: Donte surprises Chlo

The school is reeling after the murder of Maxine Barlow, as the drama set in a state secondary school continues. Rachel feels responsible – the buck stops with her. She plans to resign with immediate effect.

However, the shock revelation from Paul that the gun in the school at the start of term was Earl's and not Denzil's compels her to try to secure Denzil's release before she goes.

Meanwhile, bereavement councillor Charlotte has her work cut out with Steph and Janeece. Steph is doing everything she possibly can to bury her true feelings while Janeece is struggling with the thought that if she hadn't left Maxine alone with Earl, he might not have pulled the trigger. Can Steph and Janeece find a way to share their grief and start the long process of healing?

Elsewhere, realising that life is precious, Donte surprises Chlo with a romantic proposition and Eddie organises a surprise for Melissa.

He's organised a beach wedding in a tropical paradise – and they leave the following week.