Tension is brewing in Albert Square as Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) and Eve Panesar-Unwin (Heather Peace) find themselves at a crossroads once again, all due to the pregnancy drama surrounding Avani Nandra-Hart (Aaliyah James). The plot thickens as secrets unravel, challenging the already strained relationship between Suki and Eve.

Avani’s Struggle and the Pressure to Go Through with the Plan

Last week, Avani made a difficult decision under pressure from her step-grandmother to give her unborn child to Suki and Eve to raise. While Suki was adamant about her desire to have the baby, Eve was less convinced but eventually agreed to the plan. However, it quickly becomes clear that Eve is not entirely on board with the situation.

As the new week begins, Avani’s morning sickness becomes more pronounced, and her parents, Priya (Sophie Khan Levy) and Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara), remain unaware of her pregnancy. Avani, who is struggling with the weight of her decision, attempts to distract herself by accepting money from Suki for “expenses,” which she intends to use for a party. However, Barney Mitchell (Lewis Bridgeman) begins to sense that Avani might not be as settled in her decision as she appears, questioning whether she is truly happy with the plan.

Eve’s Growing Concerns and Avani’s Emotional Breakdown

Meanwhile, Eve urges Suki to patch things up with her estranged son, Vinny Panesar (Shiv Jalota), but the focus quickly shifts back to Avani’s emotional turmoil. As Eve confides in Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner), Barney overhears and raises further doubts about Avani’s choice. Later, when Eve tries to speak to Avani, she finds herself facing resistance. Avani begins to open up but then runs off, seeking solace at Amy Mitchell’s (Ellie Dadd) party.

There, Joel Marshall (Max Murray), the father of Avani’s baby, turns up, and his presence only adds more confusion. Avani, still struggling with her feelings, continues to act out, and when Suki arrives with Eve to check on her, a heated argument breaks out. Ultimately, it’s Eve who gets through to Avani, urging her to confront her emotions and be honest with herself.

A Heartbreaking Confession: Avani Wants an Abortion

In a heartfelt moment alone with Eve, Avani admits that her heart is not in the pregnancy. She expresses how she didn’t consider the physical and emotional toll the pregnancy would take on her, especially the drastic changes to her body and the discomfort she’s been experiencing. When Avani admits that she wants an abortion, Eve listens with understanding, vowing to stand by her decision and offering her support in the difficult conversation with the family.

However, when Avani pleads for Eve to keep the decision a secret, fearing Suki’s reaction, Eve agrees to stay quiet—for now. But how long can this secret stay hidden, and how will Suki react when she inevitably finds out about Avani’s change of heart?

The Family Drama Heats Up

As Avani struggles with her decision, the emotional fallout will reverberate through the entire Panesar family. Suki has been pushing for a future with the baby, and her dreams could be shattered when she learns of Avani’s true feelings. The dynamics between Eve and Suki are set to be tested as the weight of this decision puts a strain on their already fragile relationship.

This powerful storyline highlights the complexity of family, difficult decisions, and the pressures that come with making life-altering choices. With tensions running high, the aftermath of Avani’s confession promises to ignite a storm that could change the course of many lives on Albert Square.