With the (time-lagged) union jack flags waving proudly around The Rovers, the war-time dressing up theme was a welcome nod to corrie episodes of old tonight and that distinct air of nostalgia certainly helped set-up tonight's most memorable scenes.
Finding out about the double assault in the gazette, Carla and Peter (both gorgeously dressed for the celebrations) argue about whether he upheld the threat so angrily promised. He denies guilt telling her he was at an A.A meeting when the attack happened. I did doubt him until we saw a close up of Scott’s scuffed knuckles. Any thoughts on what Scott is all about? Also at The Rovers, Norris, Ken, Audrey, and Rita reminisced about Weatherfield's wartime contribution. I love it when Corrie scriptwriters reference past characters and weren't it great seeing Norris again! I think there may be trouble over at Stillwater, though?
Shona's return and recuperation also brought back fond memories for her and David (well him at least) tonight too. Continuing to act completely out of character by making a pass at her support worker, then stealing Ray’s wallet, the latter was an intelligent nod to the characters past indiscretions and this reunion between them does seem to show promise?
Talking of reigniting passions, is Alina ready to get back with Seb? The recent tension between the two is certainly obvious and I have a distinct feeling that Emma will again be caught in the crossfire?
Duly distracted, Emma is with the rest of the Macdonald clan who are taking Oliver on their planned day out. Leanne remains largely worried and even though Oliver brightens up when seeing the animals, the worry on her face, and Nick's, is plainly conveyed. Later, sharing the day's film footage with Steve, you can see how worried his parents are. It is disheartening but child illness was never going to be a jolly affair and I think we have a lot still to discover in this storyline.
Last week, I commented on Daniel 'pulling' another attractive blonde yet (as always) I was completely wrong and had not predicted that his latest blonde would be a sex worker. Aside from the slightly slanted view on the male cure to loneliness (beer & boobs), Nicky lends a friendly ear as Daniel opens up about Sinead, and shows a compassionate interest in our handsome widower. It may have cost him £220, but I'm starting to wonder if I was right after all?
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