BBC EastEnders fans were heartbroken by characters' reactions to Chantelle's death - but the blow was softened by the return of Stacey Slater.
Chantelle Atkins sadly met a tragic end at the hands of her abuser and husband Gray Atkins in Friday's episode.
EastEnders viewers had watched as Chantelle plotted her escape from Gray for weeks.
While on a family holiday, Gray rifled through her suitcases and found the poker chip she'd been hiding in her make-up bag to fund her escape from him.
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Tonight's visit to Albert Square saw manipulative Gray questioned by the police, while Karen, Mitch and the rest of the family returned from Southend to learn the awful truth of what had happened.
Kheerat broke down over Chantelle's death, declaring his love for her.
In other scenes, Ruby was forced to come clean to Martin that someone has been stealing from her bank account, before the shocking revelation that it was Stacey Slater who is guilty of the theft.
Viewers had mixed emotions over the episode, with many angry and saddened by Gray's heinous actions while others were overjoyed by Stacey's return.
Fans shared their thoughts on Twitter.
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Sinead said: "Kheerat is legit broken. This ain’t fair."
Josh commented: "I’m so sad for Kheerat honestly."
Mikey said: "The aftermath of Chantelle's death is heartbreaking."
Sarah added: "Kheerat is breaking my heart."
One fan said: "Yes my good sis Stacey is BACK."
Nadine said: "Knew Stacey was stealing Ruby’s money a Slater girl at her best."
Joe said: "Stacey stealing thousands from her ex best friend as revenge is so petty... it's so iconic."
Declan added: "So great to see Stacey back."
*EastEnders airs on BBC One
