Episode 4138 (5th February 1997)

Plot
Mike can't believe Alma has turned Roy's offer down. Derek is dismayed to hear his allotment shed has been broken into. Roy is puzzled over why Alma thinks he and his money need protecting. He is sad as he wants the cafe. Sally finds it hard working with counterfeit goods behind the backs of Kevin and the workers. Gail accuses Alma of not selling to Roy because she knows it would help her out. Alma realises that Gail really isn't exploiting Roy and apologises for saying she was. Alma tells Gail that she's worried that if Roy makes a mess of the business, Gail will get burnt. Gail tells her she is being arrogant and patronising and says she must sell to Roy. Sue tells Ken she doesn't want to see him until he's decided if he wants a relationship with her or Deirdre. Derek is annoyed that his tools have been stolen. Roy is pleased when Alma agrees to sell him the cafe for £35,000. Mike is relieved it's all over. Sally breaks down and tells Kevin about her selling counterfeit stock, saying she can't stand it anymore. She feels she's a criminal and is grateful when Kevin tells her they'll sort it out together.

Notable dialogue
Mavis Wilton: (about Gary Mallett) "He could make a bus timetable sound like filth."