Alec (amongst others) suspiciously ponders Phil's reasons for lodging at the Rovers', especially after overhearing him speaking on his cellular phone to someone, warning them to "lie low and stay out of their way". Phil has asked Alec to deny he's staying there if anyone asks for him, and sure enough, someone does: a huge Scot (Scotch Tommy) accompanied by two rough-looking pals in a van. Emily is acting depressed, and Percy ("a megaphone wearing a flat cap" according to Mavis) is concerned about her health. Emily, however, says there is nothing to worry about. Vera is arranging for her mother's funeral. When Raquel stops by with a card signed by everyone at the supermarket, Curly seizes the opportunity to ask her out for a drink. Jenny won't listen to Rita's sound advice regarding her married boyfriend.