Episode 6240

Extended Summary

Whilst Phoebe and Ash are discussing the fallout from their new relationship, at the share flat Kyle is talking to Ricky about leaving the Bay. He’s decided it’s too hard seeing Phoebe with Ash. He came to Summer Bay for his brothers and now they’re not here, it’s time for him to go. He reiterates that he’ll stay if Ricky needs him but she tells him to do what’s best for him. Kyle asks Ricky to keep his decision quiet for now.

Alf sees Roo leave the house quite dressed up and he comments that she looks nice. Roo says she’s just got a new dress for Casey’s naming ceremony. Roo then heads to the diner to have coffee with a friend who turns out to be… the mystery man James. He’s the one that’s offered the lecturing job at the university and it’s obvious Roo is nervous in his company. Irene and Marilyn are spying on Roo & James. Roo sees them and goes to the counter to get muffins. Irene & Marilyn enjoy teasing Roo, asking if she’s on a date. Roo gets flustered and playfully fobs them off before heading back to James. The pair are having such a great time chatting that Roo loses track of time. She realises she’s going to be late for Casey’s naming ceremony and decides to invite James. He happily accepts, saying it’s a date. Roo is flushed like a school girl.

Denny goes to Angelo’s to check on Kyle after last night. She says she’s worried about him; just wants to make sure he’s not going to go off the rails or anything. He assures Denny he’s not planning to do anything right now. Back at home, Kyle, Josh & Ricky are getting ready for the ceremony. Ricky has made Casey a shirt out of one of Brax’s shirts. Kyle thinks it’s a great touch and checks in that Ricky’s going to be ok today. She smiles; she’s ok.

As everyone gathers on the beach for the ceremony there’s tension & excitement – Phoebe and Ash turn up together, and Irene clocks that Roo has brought James. Nate starts the proceedings with a great speech and then Ricky says a few words. They pull at the heart strings for Kyle, as he says his piece as well. He gives a nod to his brother, Casey’s name sake, and to Brax. He then promises to always be there for Ricky and for Casey no matter where in the world he is. They all head back to Angelo’s for some food & drinks. Phoebe tries to talk to Kyle but he rebuffs her.

Alf asks Roo about James… so that was who you were running off to see this morning? Roo is evasive. Alf can’t understand why she’s being so secretive so Roo introduces James to Alf. Then Marilyn & Irene barrel up to start giving James the third degree. Turns out James and Roo went to school together years ago, but in different years. Roo lightly says they have to go now to get him out of the questions and John suggests James should run while he can! As Roo and James walk alone on the beach Roo apologises for her friends, but James doesn’t seem fazed. He suggests they continue their walk up to the headlands and Roo agrees with a huge smile on her face. This is going very well. Later when James drops Roo home, she tells him she’s had a lovely day. James says they should do it again, then kisses Roo on the cheek. As he leaves, it’s clear Roo is smitten.

Back at the party Kyle tells Ricky he’s going to head home. She warns that he better not run out of town without saying goodbye but he promises to see her at home. Phoebe catches him as he heads out and makes a final plea for him to talk to her. She says Denny told her how messed up Kyle was last night. She apologises for everything she’s put Kyle through and ask that he just tell her if he’s not ok. He simple hugs her; holding her tight. He whispers for her to not worry about him. He tells her to take care of herself then he walks out. Is that the last time she’ll see Kyle without knowing it?

Later at the diner, Phoebe is telling Ash about her talk with Kyle. She’s worried that Kyle is acting weird, not himself. Ash decides it’s time for them to sort this out once and for all – face to face. They’ll go to Kyle’s together and talk to him. Meanwhile, Kyle has the last of his stuff packed and is leaving the share house. Ricky asks if he has to go so soon but Kyle’s look says it all. He says goodbye to Casey. He tells him he’s got the coolest mum ever. Ricky asks Kyle to promise her that he’ll look after himself. He does. Ricky will miss him. Then with one final look to Ricky & Casey, Kyle leaves. Soon after, Ash & Phoebe turn up at Ricky’s and ask where Kyle is. She says he’s out. Phoebe tells Ricky about him acting weird at the party and Ricky says its not all about the break up. Phoebe can tell she’s holding something back so Ricky relents and tells them both that Kyle just left the Bay – for good.

Phoebe and Ash chase down Kyle in their car. They see him by the road and Phoebe jumps out to catch up with him. What is he doing leaving without saying good bye?! She’s angry and upset and they finally have a proper conversation about them. Phoebe admits that she wouldn’t even know who she was without her time with Kyle and Kyle agrees she was good for him too. They tried their best to make it work, it just wasn’t meant to be. They have their heartfelt goodbye as Ash watches on. Kyle walks away from Phoebe, Ash and the Bay…forever…