In a shocking turn of events on Coronation Street, Leanne Battersby’s world

is turned upside down as she uncovers a devastating betrayal. The explosive

confrontation between Leanne and Toyah Battersby, coupled with the revelation of

a hidden affair, ignites a violent clash that rocks Weatherfield.

The drama unfolded when Leanne discovered that her partner, Nick Tilsley, had been having an affair with Toyah. This revelation came to light after Leanne stumbled upon incriminating evidence connected to The Institute—a mysterious organization that had been blackmailing Nick and Toyah with photographs of their illicit kiss.

Leanne’s discovery began when she learned of The Institute’s sinister plans to use Amy Barlow’s recorded therapy sessions as leverage against her. Amy had been trying to reclaim her investment from the cult after being subjected to a harrowing malware session where her past traumas were cruelly exposed. Fearing that her own sessions might also be exploited, Leanne searched Rowan’s computer for her file, only to uncover not only her own recorded sessions but also a file detailing Nick and Toyah’s affair.

Fueled by a sense of betrayal and anger, Leanne stormed over to the Bistro where Nick and Toyah were celebrating Max’s birthday with the Platt family. In a dramatic outburst, Leanne revealed Nick and Toyah’s affair to everyone present. Nick admitted to Leanne that he had fallen in love with Toyah as they tried to extricate themselves from the cult’s influence. The admission led to a tense conversation where Nick confessed to Toyah that Leanne now knew everything, prompting Toyah to react with dismay, saying Nick had only worsened the situation.

Meanwhile, Rowan attempted to deflect Leanne’s anger towards himself by claiming he had kept the therapy recordings as a precaution. Despite his attempts to justify his actions, Leanne expelled him from her life, vowing to make it her mission to restore what The Institute had taken from Amy.

Leanne then visited Amy to support her against the Institute, but her offer of assistance was met with hostility and rejection from a distraught Amy and her family. Later, a heated confrontation between Leanne and Toyah ensued on the cobbles. During this intense encounter, Leanne slapped Toyah, expressing her fury. Toyah, accepting her punishment, pleaded for a chance to explain her actions, but Leanne’s demand to stay away was firm.

The emotional fallout leaves viewers wondering whether Nick and Toyah will be able to mend their relationships with Leanne or if the rift will prove too deep to heal.