Zoe Carpenter Hollyoaks Spoilers - January 2010

4th of January

Nancy returns from Canada and visits Zoe in hospital. Zoe's overwhelmed to see her after her ordeal and Nancy can't believe what's happened while she's been away. The girls go to see Hannah but they're horrified to see the state she's in. Zoe's suddenly struck with fear at the mention of Lydia's name. She tries to hide it but Nancy senses that she's obviously traumatised by the attack.

Nancy's left with the weight of the world on her shoulders as she realises Hannah's in complete denial over her illness, while Zoe's traumatised and admits that she's terrified of leaving hospital.

awww Zoe...

6th of January

Darren's in turmoil after Hannah's claims that she wants to die. Sees Zoe - who's just been discharged from hospital - he invites her for a coffee and tells her what Hannah said. Although Zoe's concerned, she's unable to offer Darren any advice. With that, Darren goes to see Jack.

Darren goes to the hospital to see Hannah and is met by Zoe and Josh who try to stop him seeing her. Darren's had enough and barges past them to confront Hannah, before washing his hands of her.

7th of January

Meanwhile, Zoe's concerned about Darren and can't believe that he's given up on Hannah so easily. They're both a little surprised when he vents his frustration at the way Hannah's acting and says a little more than he realises about his feelings for her. Darren gets drunk and makes a pass at Zoe but she's horrified and pushes him away. He's hurt that Zoe's so repulsed by the idea but Zoe realises that he's just trying to hide his upset over Hannah and encourages him to be truthful with her.

Unable to face his true feelings, Darren tells Zoe to face up to her own problems before having a go at him. Zoe visits Hannah in hospital and forces her to admit that she's ill. Hannah finally acknowledges she has an eating disorder and asks for help…

13th of January

The students choose their dares and decide to up the stakes - those who fail have to cook and clean for a whole year! Charlotte's reluctant to join in but Dave points out that she has to face Zoe at some point, so she may as well make peace with her sooner rather than later. Hayley, meanwhile, has something on her mind and seeking out Josh, she prepares to reveal all to her.

Charlotte's disappointed by the welcome she receives from Zoe and reels when she refuses to listen to her. She's left devastated when Zoe asks her to stay away as she never wants anything to do with her again. Waiting in line at The Loft, India attempts to hide when Spencer arrives. However, he walks over to her and she realises that she has to face her dare - or clean and cook for a year. Unable to impersonate Spencer, she admits defeat and resigns herself to losing.

14th of January

Later, as Charlotte walks through the skate park, she sees Zoe. Feeling a little delicate after her night out, Charlotte tells Zoe that she can't face another row. Zoe, however, tells her that she doesn't want to argue either and the pair soon put their differences aside. After talking to Charlotte, Zoe realises that her student days are behind her.

18th of January

Zoe prepares to film Hannah in hospital, although she's still not convinced that it's a good idea. Nancy arrives and the girls start chatting about old times. It's quite a relaxed atmosphere, but as Hannah's food arrives, the mood quickly changes. Zoe leaves to take a call and returns to a very edgy Hannah who, even with the distraction of her friends, can't bring herself to eat a single mouthful.

In frustration, Hannah lets rip at a clearly shaken Zoe until she flees the room, followed by Nancy. While outside, Zoe reveals that the call was to let her know that Lydia has been sentenced to life imprisonment. Returning to Hannah's room, they find a much calmer Hannah with an empty plate, having eaten her dinner.

Zoe and Nancy are pleased for her, but as Zoe tries to rewind the tape that's been filming, Hannah rages and destroys it. Zoe and Nancy leave a guilty Hannah alone. Will she find the strength to overcome her demons?

19th of January

Following Hannah's outburst, Zoe's unsure that she should continue to film the family but Josh is determined not to give up now. A nervous Darren turns up to visit Hannah but is relieved when Hannah's clearly glad to see him. She assures him that she's doing well and goes on to reveal that she could be discharged tomorrow. Darren, however, is doubtful.

At The Dog, an angry Rhys walks in on Suzanne, Neville and Josh in front of the camera. Refusing to join in, Rhys is resolute that Hannah wants to die and sees no point in showing her any support. Josh accuses him of being a coward and the brothers start to fight, before being pulled apart by Neville. Rhys finally crumbles as the devastation over Hannah's condition becomes too much.

Rhys watches the footage on Zoe's camera and the realisation that she is genuinely ill hits him. He turns up at the hospital and offers Hannah an apology but she's too hurt to forgive him. With that, Hannah orders Rhys to leave - and as the reality of her brother's betrayal hits her, she begins to break down.

20th of January

Hannah's apprehensive about the day ahead and her possible release from hospital - so long as she's put weight on, the outlook is good. While Zoe continues to film her ordeal, Suzanne, Neville and Josh arrive and the meeting begins.

21st of January

Meanwhile, Hannah and Zoe catch up with Kris. Hannah takes the opportunity to tell her friends about her plans for the future and her imminent departure from Hollyoaks. As Kris and Zoe listen, they soon become caught in the excitement of travelling and before they realise, they've decided to join Hannah for the adventure.

With emotions running high, the friends look over a map of the world and exotic destinations are bandied around. The moment comes to an abrupt halt, though, when Nancy returns from school. Blaming Zoe for inciting Kris's excitement over travelling, Nancy thanks them for highlighting how boring her life is - stuck in Hollyoaks with a child for the rest of her life…

22nd of January

Meanwhile, Hannah and Zoe catch up with Kris. Hannah takes the opportunity to tell her friends about her plans for the future and her imminent departure from Hollyoaks. As Kris and Zoe listen, they soon become caught in the excitement of travelling and before they realise, they've decided to join Hannah for the adventure.

With emotions running high, the friends look over a map of the world and exotic destinations are bandied around. The moment comes to an abrupt halt, though, when Nancy returns from school. Blaming Zoe for inciting Kris's excitement over travelling, Nancy thanks them for highlighting how boring her life is - stuck in Hollyoaks with a child for the rest of her life…

25th of January

Meanwhile, it's full steam ahead for Zoe and Kris as plans for their travelling adventure gather speed. Nancy's still hurt that her responsibilities can't allow her to tag along. However, she hides it well when Hannah turns up and announces that she's reserved three InterRail passes - she's going with them! An excited Hannah is unaware that both Kris and Zoe have reservations about her joining them as they don't want to play nursemaid to an anorexic. Unfortunately for Kris, Hannah overhears his acerbic comments and flees.

The search for her proves fruitless but on her way back, Zoe bumps into Zak and Mike who both wish her luck travelling. Nancy and Kris make their peace and agree that they want to stay together, while Zoe's arrival brings news of Hannah. Agreeing that she's being selfish, Hannah pulls out of the trip - only for Kris and Zoe to discover that Zak and Michaela are considering tagging along! Michaela's furious that Zak expects her to go with Zoe and as a fight brews, Nancy and Hannah are grateful that they're staying at home…

26th of January

Zoe has a skip in her step with her new life only a plane journey away. Zak's stressed and confides in Hayley about his planned trip - he and Michaela have very different opinions on where they want to go. His troubles worsen when Michaela demands that they go where she wants, or they stay put! With Zoe wanting a more cultured adventure, it's only a matter of time until tempers flare.

With Michaela determined to travel to another rave destination - and Zoe reluctant to concede - Michaela pulls out of the trip. India also causes a stir when she accidentally reveals to Zak that Hayley's pregnant. Zak's stunned and seeing a laughing Rhys drinking at the bar, Zak heads over and shoves him, before announcing to everyone that Hayley's pregnant! Just as the news sinks in, Hayley arrives.

27th of January - bye bye Zoe - nooo.

A despondent Zoe sets about unpacking her bags and reflects on her shattered dream. While Hannah urges her to reconsider going, Nancy has reservations and deems her too fragile to cope in the aftermath of the Lydia saga. Later, Zoe bumps into Mike, who challenges her fear of setting off on her own. Finding themselves reminiscing about the plans they previously made together, he's left questioning his own reasons for not going. When Zoe crosses paths with Zak, she's understanding of his decision not to join her and is glad to be comforted by her friend when she breaks down at the prospect of sticking around.

Prompted by Zak to reconsider the opportunity of a lifetime, Zoe makes an announcement to a surprised Archie - she's going it alone! As Zoe begins packing again, her mind turns to not being able to say goodbye to Kris. With that, Nancy confides how much she's going to miss her. The pair are interrupted by a knock at the door and Zoe's both shocked and delighted to see that it's Mike with his rucksack - he's going with her!

As the travellers prepare to depart, everyone other than Kris turns up to say their farewells. The cab begins to pull away but comes to a standstill when Gilly spots Kris running behind. Zoe jumps out and the two friends embrace. After a teary goodbye, the trio set off, ready to embark upon their adventure.

On hearing the news that Mike's joining Zoe on her travels, Hannah considers that the trip could be just the thing Gilly needs and offers him her InterRail ticket. Rhys goes to send Gilly on his way and the friends sadly prepare to part but Gilly knows that he needs to get away to get over Steph.

Elsewhere, a thoughtful Mike tells Amy about Zoe's suggestion that he join her travelling. Despite contemplating the idea, he's insistent that he can't leave Amy and the children. Amy, however, questions his notion and wanting her dad to be happy, she persuades him that she needs to be left alone to grow up.