Months after her mother Lola Pearce's death, Lexi Mitchell has been trying to adapt to a new life with Jay Brown.
But the schoolgirl is heartbroken when she figures out what he has been up to with EastEnders newcomer Nadine.
Jay Brown turns to drugs to cope with grief
The mechanic played by Jamie Borthwick turned to newcomer Nadine, attracted by her striking resemblance to the late Lola.
Unfortunately, in his grief-stricken state, Jay decided drugs were the only way he could cope with the pain of being without his wife.
Jay's state of mind worsens after a horror accident
Next week on BBC One, Jay's state of mind fails to improve and things get worse for him after a horror accident.
He wakes up after a night filled with booze and drugs, and Billy Mitchell soon senses something is wrong.
Lexi discovers the truth and shuns Jay
Ben Mitchell reveals all about Nadine, completely unaware that Lexi is listening.
Lexi reels and abruptly leaves as the family follow her and shun Jay.
Jay tries to make amends but faces rejection
Jay desperately tries to make amends but Ben and Callum Highway shut him out, wanting to protect Lexi.
Jay gets a dealer's number and picks up more drugs before Gina Knight finds him and offers him a bed for the night at The Vic.
Jay has an honest conversation with Lexi
Gina convinces Jay to speak to Lexi and they put a plan into action to make things right.
Ben and Billy are reluctant, but once inside, Jay finally has an honest conversation with Lexi – how will she react?
Jay's downward spiral continues
George is concerned when he finds Jay waking up at The Vic and fears he's having a negative influence on Gina.
Jay drinks himself into oblivion and later finds himself in a row with Keanu Taylor.
Jay's life takes a dangerous turn
Jay is found unconscious after taking more drugs and a huge row erupts between him and Billy.
Jay is then ordered out of their lives for good and decides to drive to Margate against Gina's wishes.
Is Jay's time in Albert Square coming to an end?
The police arrive at The Vic looking for Jay's next-of-kin as it's revealed Jay has been in an accident.
Are Jay's days in Albert Square numbered?
EastEnders airs from Monday to Thursday at 7.30pm on BBC One.
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