Hollyoaks delivered a shocking twist as Maxine Minniver faced heartbreak following the revelation of Mark “Dodger” Savage’s double life.
The dramatic episode, which aired on Tuesday, February 25, saw Dodger’s true identity and motives come to light, leaving Maxine reeling from the betrayal.
Dodger’s Return and Undercover Mission
Dodger made his highly anticipated return to the village last month after a ten-year absence.
His unexpected comeback was linked to an ongoing police investigation into Grace Black and Rex’s shady dealings.
However, Dodger had been keeping secrets—not only about his return but also about his real identity.
In addition to working undercover, Dodger had rekindled a romance with Maxine. While their reunion seemed like fate, Dodger had not been entirely honest about his reasons for coming back into her life. Claiming to work in construction in France, he maintained a long-distance relationship with Maxine while secretly gathering intelligence on the criminal operations in the village.
Maxine’s Suspicions Grow
The episode kicked off with Liberty noticing a spark in Maxine’s demeanor, suspecting that she had a new love interest. Liberty mistakenly believed that Robbie was the man in question, but Maxine admitted she was seeing someone—though she cryptically described the relationship as “complicated.”
Maxine’s doubts about Dodger only intensified when they met up later in the day. She confessed that she was struggling with the distance between them and questioned his vague explanations about his supposed work in France. Her suspicions deepened as he abruptly stepped out of the car to take a phone call, leaving her alone with an opportunity to uncover the truth.
The Shocking Discovery
Unable to ignore her instincts, Maxine decided to search Dodger’s car for clues. What she found was more than she had bargained for—inside the glove compartment, she discovered a passport under the name ‘Ben Phillips’ and, even more disturbingly, a handgun. Confronted with the evidence, she demanded answers from Dodger.
Left with no choice, Dodger finally revealed his secret. He admitted that he had abandoned his past life of crime and was now working as an undercover officer. His mission? To infiltrate a dangerous gang operating in the village. Maxine was stunned, but her shock turned to anger when he admitted that his return wasn’t purely coincidental—he had specifically sought her out to gather information about her late father.
Betrayal and Heartbreak
Although Dodger confessed that he had truly fallen back in love with Maxine, his declaration did little to mend the damage caused by his lies. Feeling deceived and heartbroken, Maxine stormed off, unable to process the revelation.
Seeking comfort, she later confided in Liberty, revealing the entire situation and making it clear that she had ended things with Dodger for good. However, their conversation was overheard by DI Banks, a corrupt officer secretly involved in the gang’s operation. Sensing an opportunity, Banks wasted no time in informing Grace.
Grace’s Ruthless Plan
Determined to protect her criminal empire, Grace wasted no time in taking action. She approached Maxine under the guise of offering her a luxurious handbag as a gift. However, her true motive was far more sinister—she needed to uncover who Maxine had been seeing.
When questioned by Rex about her next move, Grace’s ruthless nature shone through. She declared that it was time to root out the mole in her organization, setting the stage for even more drama in the coming episodes.
What’s Next for Maxine and Dodger?
With Maxine feeling betrayed and Grace on the hunt for the informant, tensions in Hollyoaks are set to rise. Will Maxine forgive Dodger, or has his deception cost him their rekindled romance for good? And as Grace closes in on the truth, could Dodger’s undercover mission put him—and Maxine—in grave danger?
Hollyoaks continues to deliver high-stakes drama, and viewers won’t want to miss what happens next.
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