In a classic EastEnders twist that no one saw coming, Kat Slater finds herself locked into a surprising — and tension-filled — partnership with none other than Harvey Monroe. What was supposed to be a fresh start and a potential financial win for Kat and Alfie Moon quickly snowballs into an awkward business alliance that threatens to rattle the peace in Albert Square yet again.

It all starts with Harvey’s ambition to launch a new limousine business. In a bid to jump-start operations, he tries to lure away some of Kat’s drivers — a move that doesn’t sit well with her, especially as she’s still bitter over Harvey’s betrayal of Jean during his affair with Kathy. When Harvey later proposes a business partnership, Kat outright refuses, unwilling to get involved with someone she views as both untrustworthy and morally questionable.

However, that rejection sparks something in Kat. Seeing the potential for a steady income stream and sensing that Alfie could be the right partner, she floats the idea of going into business together. The pair get creative, brainstorming marketing ideas — the most eye-catching of which is a staged wedding photoshoot to drum up attention for their future limo services. With excitement building, Kat sets her sights on acquiring a key asset: a flashy white limo owned by a local named Cheeky.

Kat manages to set up a meeting with Cheeky, determined to close the deal. The only catch? The price. It’s more than she expected, but she sweet-talks her way into a verbal agreement, promising to pay him in cash by the end of the day. Desperate to secure the funds, she turns to her ex-husband, Phil Mitchell, asking for an advance on her divorce settlement now that the legal paperwork has been finalized.

Meanwhile, Harvey also approaches Cheeky, still looking for an edge in launching his own limo business. But he’s in for a surprise when Cheeky tells him someone else is already about to seal the deal. Instead of walking away, Cheeky offers an unexpected compromise: Harvey can pay half the cost and go in as a silent partner with the mystery investor.

Back at the Queen Vic, Kat and Alfie are already celebrating what they believe is the beginning of a prosperous new venture. Champagne is flowing and the idea of a fake wedding shoot is already in motion — venue booked, outfits prepped, everything. That’s when Kat’s phone rings. On the other end is Cheeky, who informs her that her silent partner has already agreed to the terms and signed the paperwork. Curious and more than a little suspicious, Kat demands to know who it is.

When she finds out the truth, her jaw practically hits the floor.

It’s Harvey.

Now contractually tied to the very man she tried to avoid partnering with, Kat is thrown into emotional chaos. Alfie, ever the peacemaker, tries to lighten the mood, but the awkwardness is impossible to ignore. Harvey is equally blindsided by the revelation — neither of them realized they were being roped into the same business. But the ink is dry. The deal is done. And the staged wedding shoot? Completely non-refundable.

What was meant to be a glamorous, feel-good launch for a new business now has layers of discomfort, unresolved tension, and the risk of reigniting long-buried resentments — especially where Jean is concerned. Kat now faces the daunting task of explaining this uncomfortable partnership to Jean, who is unlikely to be pleased, given her lingering heartache over Harvey’s past actions.

But beyond the personal conflict, Kat must also figure out how to make the business work without the venture turning toxic. Harvey, for all his faults, is sincere about his desire to succeed. Kat, driven by her desire to provide for her kids and maintain her independence, won’t walk away from a financial opportunity — especially not when she’s come this far.

The limo business may have started as a dream shared between Kat and Alfie, but it now includes a wildcard in Harvey. What’s more, the wedding shoot — intended to be a showstopping promo — might now double as a public unveiling of this strange new partnership. Will Kat be able to keep her cool? Can Harvey avoid reigniting past feuds? And what happens when Jean finds out?

The stakes are higher than they seem. It’s not just a limo business; it’s Kat’s pride, Jean’s pain, Alfie’s dream, and Harvey’s redemption — all tangled into one high-pressure enterprise with no clear roadmap. The characters are now forced to play nice for the sake of business, even if emotional landmines are scattered all around them.

As EastEnders continues to dive deep into interpersonal drama and unpredictable partnerships, this storyline reminds viewers that in Walford, nothing is ever simple — and that sometimes, your worst enemy might be your new business partner.

Stay tuned as this explosive plot unfolds. Will Kat and Harvey’s business implode before it even begins, or could this mismatched duo surprise everyone and pull off a success? One thing’s for sure: this limo ride is going to be anything but smooth.