Hollyoaks is set to reveal Rex Gallagher's violent past as he continues to exploit Dillon Ray and Frankie Osborne.
Alongside Grace Black, Rex has been grooming the vulnerable teens to deal drugs in exchange for luxury items.
Recent episodes also saw Cooper pay to spend the night with Dillon, as Rex's control moved to sexual exploitation of the youngster following his breakup with Lucas Hay.
This week, Rex and Lucas' father Ste Hay are set to pursue their blossoming relationship, much to Lucas' dismay knowing Rex's true colours.
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Ste is unaware of the exploitation operation his boyfriend is involved in, and it seems he may be left in the dark for a while after Lucas tells Ste he accepts his new partner after speaking to Rex.
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Upcoming scenes of the Channel 4 soap will see Rex promise a fresh start for the new couple, but when the gangster is seen with bloody knuckles, it raises questions about his private life.
Overwhelmed with moving house and looking after baby James, Ste confronts Rex about his injuries, pressing him about why he is so comfortable around violence.
Ste questions his partner about his childhood - but what will he find out?
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It comes as the soap's exploitation storyline takes centre stage with Grace holding a party for clients that leads to a horrifying discovery.
As Frankie and Dillon are mingling at the party, Dillon spots Cooper and is devastated to learn that Cooper paid for their encounter. He tries to tell Frankie what had happened and warn her what they've gotten themselves into.
Hollyoaks airs on Mondays-Wednesdays with its Channel 4 streaming premiere at 7am, then an E4 broadcast the same night at 7pm. Full episodes are also released on YouTube a week after their Channel 4 release.
Selected omnibus episodes are available via Prime Video.
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Hollyoaks has been working on Dillon and Frankie’s story with guidance from Causeway, which supports people affected by modern slavery and exploitation, as well as their loved ones. You can find more information on its website, and can also contact info@wearecauseway.co.uk or 03333 055 336.
