In a terrifying turn of events on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara) finds his life hanging by a thread as a deadly conspiracy orchestrated by Nicola Mitchell (Laura Doddington) reaches its climax. The episode sees Ravi drugged, vulnerable, and completely unaware of the mortal danger closing in around him.
A Fragile Peace Shattered
The drama begins with a heated confrontation outside the café between Ravi and Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway). Demonstrating a newfound determination to change, Ravi walks away, keen to avoid trouble. This decision offers a glimmer of hope to Priya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy), who believes his reformed behaviour could sway the adoption agency in their favour.
With Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) desperate for a flawless adoption process, the pressure on Ravi is immense. However, his own children, Nugget (Juhaim Rasul Choudhury) and Avani Nandra-Hart (Aaliyah James), deliver a crushing blow. They reveal that Suki does not want him at the meeting, leading a hurt Ravi to agree to stay away—a choice that will leave him isolated and exposed.
Nicola's Deadly Scheme Springs into Action
While Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) tries to steer a struggling Harry away from trouble, inviting him for a Chinese meal, a far more sinister plan is unfolding. Nicola informs Harry that their 'delivery'—the drugs central to their plot—has arrived. Their target is Ravi.
In a rare moment of vulnerability, Ravi shares an emotional heart-to-heart with Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker) in Harry's barn, speaking of fatherhood and his fear of repeating past mistakes. Unbeknownst to him, Nicola is watching. Spotting her opportunity, she calls Harry and declares their plan is officially a go.
A Desperate and Dangerous Situation
Nicola discreetly spikes Ravi's drink as Harry looks on. As the drugs take hold, a disoriented Ravi stumbles out of the bar. Harry finds him and drags him to the seclusion of The Arches, where Ravi's condition rapidly deteriorates.
The situation reaches a critical point when Billy arrives, insisting Harry honour their plans. Terrified of raising suspicion, Harry makes a split-second decision to abandon the incapacitated Ravi, rushing off with Billy and leaving his victim alone and helpless.
The episode's final moments are deeply unsettling. Ravi is left frightened and barely conscious, his life now in grave peril. With Nicola still pulling the strings and Harry wrestling with guilt, the stage is set for a desperate fight for survival in the episodes to come.
