With so much drama packed into episode one, it was brilliant to hear and see Rita looking as relieved as us Corrie fans, about her brilliant news. The tumour is benign, but something tells me this is not the end of this rollercoaster storyline.
But gloomyville drama continues to take its place. Gary is the daddy and David has seen him cosying up to Nicola and Seb is still in hospital and Faye is anxious. Gary comes clean, well kind of... he describes his dalliance as "just a kiss." Then he finds out David is playing him.
Seb is adamant that he does not want to get tested. The Windass two fret and shout at him and the story is feeling too extreme. But, because of this plot development, hits to the Terrence Higgins website have rocketed. The power of soaps!
Gail receives the news that Shona is moving in. It's David's house but he is still defensive, no need though, as Gail now has a power walking pal! Is she really mellowing? I hope so!
Chesney and Sinead need more money and time, as Joseph is living with them. In true soap style, this one talks about as much as 'our Hope.' Ok, he's grieving, but he also one of those soap kids who will say little for months, until he goes upstairs and comes back down them, replaced; older and talkative and on drugs.
Offscreen Bethany has decided to stay in Milan. Poor Sarah, she must be longing for some good news and something positive to happen. But being consoled by Gary reminds you that some more awful news awaits her. As I said earlier, doom and gloom. Bring me some sunshine!
Anna brings Seb his little siblings to visit him in hospital. So, this is some good news and much needed. Humour is mot evident though, as David is now grimacing at Gary, protective of Sarah, and playing with him, as he looks like he is going to spiĺl the beans.
Shona has learned from David, as she plays Gail like a violin. But the clucking mother of David Platt does genuinely care for Shona, so I look forward to them being under the same roof.
Craig asks Sarah about Bethany, and finds out she has gone. His boss asks if he is ok, and is clearly being set up as a potential love interest to replace the rat that was electrocuted!
Anna sits with the two quiet kids, who's eyes follow the camera, in the hope Seb will say yes to taking the test. It works and he agrees. The kids look non plussed, as a camera man is clearly holding up.some chubba chops, in the hope they will move their heads.
Old enemies David and Gary are at it big time, as the newly bearded David threatens him. Clearly auditioning for a stint at Glasto, I cannot take my eyes off the hairy one, as I am expecting him to stroke his beard, like a Bond villain. Mumford and Sons, eat your heart out! And cue the theme tune.
I applaud the sheer amount of drama being covered on Corrie at the moment. But, I do long for some comedy moments featuring Mary and Tracy. And, what have you done with Roy? He needs to do far more than make sandwiches, I want Brian gone and then Cropper can shine again!
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