When James's former lover, Carter, comes to the village, James needs a favour from reliable John Paul, who meanwhile begins to spin a web of lies to Scott. Nancy's opinion of Adam Donovan turns full circle when he plays the hero in her hour of need.

When there's a suspected break-in at Nightingale's restaurant, crafty Marnie calls for Mac's help. John Paul is itching to see James, while Liam tells Adam about his latest money-making scheme and they then set about convincing Grace that it's a good idea.