Next week on Hollyoaks, Mercedes McQueen becomes thoughtful over her future on the day of her twin daughters’ christening.
Elsewhere, Abe Fielding brings baby Clara to visit Cleo McQueen, but what is he up to?
Our 25-picture gallery offers a sneak peek at what’s in store.
1. Tuesday, December 3: It’s a big day for Mercedes
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She looks forward to the two Marias being christened in church today.
2. Tuesday, December 3: Mercedes is supported by her family
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John Paul and Theresa are among the guests.
3. Tuesday, December 3: Grace and Freddie arrive
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Grace has been helping Mercedes with the preparations for the day.
4. Tuesday, December 3: Freddie greets Mercedes
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The pair exchange some friendly words.
5. Tuesday, December 3: Mercedes chats to the priest
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It’s nearly time for the service to get under way.
6. Tuesday, December 3: Mercedes is thoughtful
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She wants to make the day as positive as possible, as she’ll be starting her chemotherapy tomorrow.
7. Tuesday, December 3: Mercedes hopes it’ll be a day to remember
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Will the service go off without a hitch?
8. Tuesday, December 3: Mercedes ponders her future
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She basks in the tranquility of the church before the other guests arrive.
9. Tuesday, December 3: Leela and Joel are also among the guests
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Joel can see that something is troubling Leela, but he isn’t sure what.
10. Tuesday, December 3: The celebrations continue
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Everyone returns to Casa McQueen for a party.
11. Tuesday, December 3: Mercedes remains in high spirits
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12. Tuesday, December 3: Mercedes raises a glass
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13. Tuesday, December 3: John Paul and Grace arrive
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14. Tuesday, December 3: Joel arrives
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He sees the fun has already started.
15. Tuesday, December 3: Leela remains distracted
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She struggles to stay focused on the day.
16. Tuesday, December 3: Mercedes approaches Leela
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17. Tuesday, December 3: Mercedes is worried about Leela
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She has become a confidante for Leela in recent weeks.
18. Tuesday, December 3: Mercedes thinks Leela should be honest with Joel
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20. Tuesday, December 3: Freddie and Grace enjoy the day
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The on-off couple look cosy together.
21. Tuesday, December 3: Mercedes takes Freddie to one side
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She starts to hand out her Christmas presents early.
22. Tuesday, December 3: Freddie receives his gift
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He’s touched by how thoughtful it is.
23. Tuesday, December 3: Abe checks in on Cleo
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And he has a surprise for her.
24. Tuesday, December 3: Abe has brought Clara along
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25. Tuesday, December 3: Abe and Cleo fuss over Clara
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