With the evidence mounting against John, Susan finally finds the courage to confront him.

After initially denying it, he confesses, and admits he bears a grudge against Susan. He'd been a student-teacher when she was Principal, and she had failed him. But Susan argues back, telling him how badly he had affected her and that he wasn't fit to be a teacher, leading him to confess to the police.

Everyone is impressed by Susan's bravery, but they aren't sure if she should go back to university yet. But she is inspired by Ringo returning to his course and decides she can't let the bullying episode rule her life.

Elsewhere, Diana finds out that Declan is actually Paul's stepson. She wants more information from him, but he is worried. And an ultimatum from Diana that she'll take down the whole family if he doesn't help just makes things worse.