Thrown by Troys disappearance, Jade is convinced hes in hiding, readying to take revenge. But when Troy collapses in Lassiters Complex and is taken to hospital, Jade believes theyre safe, for now. But her relief is cut short, however, when the police arrive at the door. Troy made a statement before he lapsed into a coma, accusing Jade and Sonya of attacking him.

Worried about Toadie, Susan remains unaware of Pauls determination to reclaim his job as editor. Failing again to convince Zoe to help him, Paul gets desperate and orchestrates a meeting between Susan and Zoe, confident that theyll clash and Zoe will subsequently agree to help him.