Ruby from EastEnders is surprised by Stacey's begging and rejects her.

Next week on EastEnders, things take a turn for the worse when Ruby finds herself at odds with her love rival, Stacey Slater. Despite her current happiness with ex-husband Martin Fowler, tensions arise between him and Stacey, his other ex-wife. Ruby's dealings with Councillor Barker regarding the closure of Bridge Street market have unintended consequences for Martin, causing a rift in their relationship.

As Martin gives Ruby the cold shoulder over her handling of the situation, even the news that the market can stay open does not improve his mood. In an attempt to prove him wrong, Ruby seeks out Barker to make things right. However, Barker has his own agenda and announces that while the market will remain open, he will be shutting down Martin's stall due to a supposed health and safety violation.

Furious at Ruby, Martin turns to his cousin Ian Beale for support. However, Ian's indifference towards the stall's closure leaves Martin devastated. It is then up to Stacey to try and lift his spirits. Later, she pleads with Ruby to use any means necessary to get the stall back, but Ruby remains firm in her decision, determined to prove that she has changed for the better.

Actress Louisa Lytton, who plays Ruby, explains that her character knows she will risk losing Martin if she gives in to Stacey's request. After all, Martin has made it clear that he does not want to be with the old version of Ruby. Plus, why should Ruby do something for Stacey when it was Stacey who asked her to do it, not Martin? Ruby is not willing to jeopardize her relationship with Martin and push him back towards Stacey.

However, without Ruby's help, Stacey takes it upon herself to get Martin's stall back. Ruby may soon regret not offering her assistance when she witnesses a heartwarming moment between Stacey and Martin that nearly leads to a kiss.

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