When the Beales return, they are grateful to Martin as he has been keeping a close eye on Cindy Williams during their absence.
However, with the Beales back, Martin no longer has a welcome distraction from his own worrying personal troubles.
Alfie Moon is first to realise that something is amiss with Martin when he overhears him having a revealing phone conversation.
Alfie and Donna Yates later come to Martin's rescue in his hour of need, but what has he been hiding in recent weeks?
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Martin comes clean to Alfie about his troubles |