After arriving home, Frankie discovers that the lives of those close to her have changed drastically. Charlie and Julia have broken up, Tom his moved in with new partner, and Di has made a home in her art studio.

Charlie is surprised by an intruder. Meanwhile, Julia falls into old habits when she is once again caught shoplifting.

Frankie starts art school, and unfinished business with Tom triggers tension for them both at home. Steven spends the night with Julia.

Katie moves out of Dover Heights. Frankie realises how much she wants to be a mother again when babysitting Toby.

Brenda admits that she and Gerry love Tom more than Charlie. Frankie becomes locked in the art school.

Tom is torn between Frankie and his new love Katie. Charlie once again fails in his attempts to win Julia back and seeks comfort with a client.