Betty and Gloria are horrified that Alec is now their boss. Joiner Jeff Singleton sorts out odd jobs at the cafe. Curly forces himself to feel optimistic about the future. Alec moves into the Rovers. Kevin is overworked at the garage as Brian's heart isn't in the business and he spends all his time with Liz Turnbull. Curly offers Pete Jackson the chance to be his new partner but Pete tells him that Terry took Linda with him and he never wants to see anyone connected with Terry again. Curly breaks the news to Vera that Terry has run off with a married woman. Vera is ashamed. Sally thinks Kevin should have a rise. Jeff invites Gail out for a drink. She refuses although she enjoyed being asked.