In a gripping early release of EastEnders on BBC iPlayer, Nicola Mitchell’s web of secrets begins to unravel, thrusting the Mitchell family into deeper turmoil.

Nicola’s Confession and Desperate Measures

Nicola Mitchell (portrayed by Laura Doddington) has confessed to orchestrating the intimidation of Shireen, Harry Mitchell’s ex-girlfriend, by hiring Benji. However, the plan spiraled out of control, leading to Shireen’s death and her body being buried in a business park development overseen by Teddy Mitchell . In a panic to conceal her involvement, Nicola attempted to exhume the body herself, only to be confronted by Teddy, who insisted they manage the situation his way. (

A Shocking Arrest and Betrayal

As Nicola struggled to pay Benji £150,000 to relocate Shireen’s body, she sought financial help from Phil Mitchell. Unbeknownst to her, Teddy, swayed by a heartfelt conversation with his son Harry, decided to deceive Nicola and frame Benji instead. The police arrested Benji during his attempt to move the body, during which he implicated Nicola . This betrayal leaves viewers questioning Nicola’s next move and the impact on the Mitchell family dynamics.

Unveiling Dark Secrets and Dangerous Threats

Nicola’s secrets don’t end there. She has been hiding the truth about her son Barney’s paternity, knowing that Zack Hudson is his biological father. When Zack threatened to reveal this to Barney, Nicola resorted to bribery and, when that failed, orchestrated a brutal attack on Zack to silence him. She warned him that any disclosure would have dire consequences .

Furthermore, Nicola attempted to manipulate Sharon Watts by threatening to expose her past indiscretion with Grant Mitchell, aiming to distract from her own secrets. However, her schemes were unveiled during a family gathering, leading to further isolation within the Mitchell clan .

The revelations have left the Mitchell family reeling. Teddy, upon discovering Nicola’s deceit, expelled her from the house. The family’s unity is fractured as secrets and betrayals come to light, leaving viewers on edge about the future of the Mitchells

As the storyline unfolds, EastEnders continues to deliver intense drama and complex character developments, keeping audiences captivated.