Whitney Dean surprises herself next week when it looks like she might finally be falling for Callum ‘Halfway’ Highway’s charms. Only problem is – he’s about to leave the Square!
With Valentine’s romance in the air, Halfway is thrilled when it appears that he’s got a card from Whitney – who he has been mooning over ever since arriving in Albert Square at New Year.
Despite his best efforts, Whitney has so far managed to resist Halfway’s bumbling charm. But is that all about to change?
Realising that he really does like Whitney, despite their disastrous date a few weeks back, Linda Carter helps Halfway organise a romantic Valentine’s meal that Whit will never forget.
Halfway goes to great lengths to make the meal perfect for Whitney – and she’s taken aback by the effort that he’s gone to.
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But does Whitney finally see what she would be missing? Or is Halfway’s attempts at wooing all for nothing?
Realising that he has outstayed his welcome at The Vic, Halfway decides to move on to pastures new. But as he sets to leave, Whitney is fuming when she catches him with his hand in The Vic till.
Would Halfway really steal from Mick and Linda when they gave him a job and a roof over his head?
While we’re convinced things aren’t quite as they seem to Whitney, does this mean that the pair are parting on bad terms?
As Halfway packs his bags, Whitney is confused by her feelings and asks him out for a last minute drink – but has she just missed her chance at a Valentine’s romance?
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By Friday’s episode next week Halfway has left the Square – but when Linda discovers he’s left his bag behind, is this really the last we have seen of him?
Watch these scenes in EastEnders on Tuesday February 13, Thursday February 15 and Friday February 16 on BBC One.