Paddy is unable to distract himself from his feelings for Viv and resolves to visit her at the shop, where his request for mint balls sends Viv into overdrive. Unable to control themselves any longer, Viv kicks Shadrach out of the shop and locks all the doors before the pair finally give into their passion. Elsewhere, Matthew comes to Louise’s rescue when her taxi doesn’t turn up and he offers her a ride, which she readily accepts. Louise is a little too happy to hear that Matthew and Sian are just good friends. Later, a homeless Cain gets some unexpected affection from his old friend, Hamish, but despite returning the pony to the Dingles, he receives a frosty reception.