Jac's status is challenged when a talented new surgeon arrives at Holby and instantly causes a stir, while Dom is irritated when Carole starts work on reception.

Ange plans to tell Chloe her biggest secret, but a surprise locum throws her day into disarray. Ric's granddaughter, Darla, arrives at Holby, forcing Ric to deal with her pregnancy head on. Kian rallies Nicky and Cameron to help him find out who Jac's mystery patient is.