Template:3 March

3rd March 2011: Frank Foster showed his true and depraved nature when Maria Connor was sent to his house to try and close a business deal for Underworld by Carla Connor. Frank's initial interest was in Michelle Connor but she hadn't returned the compliment. Maria glammed herself up for the evening. They shared a few drinks on his sofa, and Frank forced himself on her, believing he was onto something. Panic-stricken, Maria managed to heave him off and then bolted from the house in tears. The next day, he blithely arrived at the factory to sign the contract. Maria tried to act "professionally" at first but then broke and accused him of trying to rape her. He apologised, saying he had misread the signals and swore he meant no harm. A supportive Carla suggested calling the police but Maria stopped her, knowing it would be her word against his.