Neighbours duo Chloe Brennan and Elly Conway may be one step closer to becoming a proper couple next week.
Chloe (April Rose Pengilly) vows to take the plunge and quiz Elly about her feelings after securing the blessing of her brother Mark.
Next week's episodes see Elly (Jodi Anasta) struggle with her return to work at Erinsborough High, as a troublesome student called Richie taunts her over how she bought alcohol for Dean a few weeks ago.
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When Chloe finds out that Elly is having a hard time, she confronts Richie and tries to get him to back off – embarrassing the spiteful teen in front of his friends.
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These loyal efforts initially backfire when Elly accuses Chloe of interfering, although she later starts to realise that deep down she doesn't mind the idea of Chloe watching her back.
Later in the week, Elly apologises to Chloe for seeming ungrateful for her support and they end up spending more time together as friends.
Chloe's brother Aaron (Matt Wilson) notices their renewed connection and fears that it will spark fresh tensions for the Brennan family.
On Aaron's advice, Chloe takes an upfront approach with Mark (Scott McGregor) and asks him how he'd feel if she did pursue things with Elly.
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Much to her surprise, Mark puts his own feelings second and gives her a blessing of sorts.
Pleased to have her brother's support, Chloe decides that it's time to ask Elly how she'd feel about moving beyond friendship. Is it time for Chelly to have another heart-to-heart?
Neighbours airs these scenes on Friday, August 9 at 1.45pm and 5.30pm on Channel 5 (UK) and 6.30pm on 10 Peach (Australia).
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