Episode 7186 (16th October 2009)

Plot
Tony and Maria know that it's going to be a difficult day for everyone and Helen's not impressed when Maria insists that Tony joins them for a family meal. After a difficult and emotional meal, Maria and Tony manage to get some time alone when Helen and Barry nip to the pub. Tony opens a bottle of champagne to celebrate their engagement but as a loved up Tony and Maria discuss their future, the mood's broken when Helen and Barry return.

Helen demands to know why they're drinking champagne on the anniversary of her son's death. She's stunned, though, as Maria tells them that she and Tony have just got engaged.

Luke convinces Rosie that she should transfer all her money to him in return for his shares in Underworld. Rosie's excited at the thought of being the factory boss but Luke tells her that she should keep quiet about their plans for now.

Dev's furious with Umed for becoming involved with Teresa and calls him a fantasist. An emotional Umed breaks down and admits to Dev that the reason he left Mumbai was because he'd run up huge gambling debts. He goes on to say that he believes the time has come for him to return home and sort out the mess.

Leanne receives a call from Carla wanting to know if it's true that Tony and Maria are now an item. Leanne confirms her suspicions and Janice is intrigued to know why Carla's suddenly interested in Tony again.

Regular cast

 * Maria Connor - Samia Smith
 * Tony Gordon - Gray O'Brien
 * Michelle Connor - Kym Marsh
 * Ryan Connor - Ben Thompson
 * Rosie Webster - Helen Flanagan
 * Luke Strong - Craig Kelly
 * Dev Alahan - Jimmi Harkishin
 * Darryl Morton - Jonny Dixon
 * Umed Alahan - Harish Patel
 * Leanne Battersby - Jane Danson
 * Teresa Bryant - Karen Henthorn
 * Lloyd Mullaney - Craig Charles
 * Janice Battersby - Vicky Entwistle
 * Kevin Webster - Michael Le Vell
 * Bill Webster - Peter Armitage

Guest cast

 * Helen Connor - Dearbhla Molloy
 * Barry Connor - Frank Grimes