Families face difficult decisions in Hollyoaks during the week of 16–20 November as Tony becomes increasingly concerned about Dee Dee, Ste ignores warnings about Imran and Misbah and Donny struggle to agree on how best to protect their children.

There is some happier news for Jack and Pearl as their wedding approaches, while Sienna has an unusual suggestion for Christmas.

However, with Abigail preparing to leave the village with Dee Dee, the Hutchinson family faces a particularly worrying situation.

Tony struggles to understand Dee Dee's behaviour

Trouble begins when Dee Dee and Trina clash over the leading role in a new school play at Hollyoaks High. Their disagreement turns into a fight, prompting Tony to lose patience with his daughter and snap at her.

Meanwhile, Sienna, Nancy and Abigail attend an impromptu staff meeting at The Hutch, where Abigail makes several pointed remarks towards the school's newest recruit. Cindy joins the gathering before Abigail receives a call from Dee Dee and rushes away.

Abigail takes Dee Dee back to her flat, where the teenager, who has been drinking, struggles with her confusing feelings towards her. Sienna overhears a heated conversation between them after arriving to return Cindy's coat.

When Dee Dee fails to return home overnight, Tony becomes frightened. Sienna explains that she believes Dee Dee may be with Abigail, but his relief at hearing this increases her concerns.

Sienna reports the situation to head teacher Nancy, who calls Abigail into a meeting following a serious allegation. Meanwhile, Abigail asks Dee Dee to leave the village with her and start a new life in France.

Kathleen-Angel notices something is wrong

The Hutchinson family is thrown into crisis as Dee Dee promises that she will stop causing them heartbreak and begin sorting herself out. Her first step is supposed to be a drama therapy session, but she is also secretly packing her belongings.

Ant tells Kathleen-Angel that Dee Dee has been struggling, prompting her to visit her friend. Kathleen-Angel notices that Dee Dee is behaving suspiciously, although she does not realise she is preparing to leave.

Abigail's disagreement with Sienna continues to deepen, while she tells Cindy that she intends to stay with a friend. In reality, Abigail is preparing to leave Hollyoaks with Dee Dee.

The pair drive away together and travel into Liverpool city centre, where Dee Dee shops for disguises. Her phone fills with concerned messages from Kathleen-Angel as Abigail hurries her towards the ferry terminal.

With Dee Dee apparently determined to follow Abigail, the question is whether those closest to her will discover the plan before the journey continues.

Ste faces another troubling encounter

Lucas, Leela and James are desperate for Ste to make a police statement about Imran, fearing that he could return to Hollyoaks when he is discharged from hospital.

However, Ste chooses to visit Imran himself and secretly enters the hospital to arrange a meeting on the boat the following day.

When the two come face to face, Imran refuses to reconsider his decisions and continues to believe that Ste deserves punishment.

His attitude leaves the prospect of his return deeply concerning, particularly for the family members who have been urging Ste to involve the police.

Wedding happiness and relationship troubles

Frankie and Caleb face a difficult moment after an argument leaves their relationship on shaky ground.

Caleb later arrives at the Osbornes hoping to make amends, although their disagreement has not yet been resolved.

Elsewhere in the household, Jack and Pearl are enjoying their wedding preparations. The couple are in pre-wedding bliss as they look forward to their special day.

Christmas brings an unexpected suggestion

Sienna has another family matter on her mind when she brings Warren, Theresa and Mercedes together. She suggests that, given their overlapping family tree, they should celebrate Christmas dinner together.

The proposal could offer the families an opportunity to spend the festive season together, although their complicated connections make the idea particularly intriguing.

Leah, meanwhile, checks in on Vicky after hearing that she has been struggling, offering a moment of friendship and concern during an emotional week.

While Jack and Pearl look forward to marriage and Sienna considers Christmas arrangements, Tony and the Hutchinson family face a much more immediate worry. Dee Dee is preparing to leave Britain with Abigail, and those closest to her have yet to discover the full extent of their plans.

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