Episode 6406

Extended Summary

Everything’s set up for the wedding, and Nate’s feeling cool as a cucumber as he waits for Ricky’s arrival at the altar. Good natured teasing from Chris is like water off a duck’s back… Nothing can make Nate feel nervous about getting married to the woman of his dreams…

Ricky, meanwhile, en route to the ceremony, yells at Kyle to stop the car! Kyle’s alarmed – but it’s quickly revealed that baby Casey has thrown up over himself. Ricky quickly mops him up – but as Kyle goes to re-ignite the engine, the car won’t start – they’re stuck!

Nate’s aware that Ricky’s running late, but at this stage he’s not letting his nerves get to him. Phoebe, however, can’t help but be a little concerned… She knows Ricky was having some doubts…

Ricky, meanwhile, is beside herself. Neither she or Kyle have their phones, and the car refuses to start. It’s looking like she’s going to miss her own wedding!

By now Nate’s starting to get concerned, and he corners Phoebe, asking if there’s anything he should know. Phoebe tries to cover, but Nate manages to get out of her that Ricky was having a few pre-wedding jitters. It’s the sinking realisation for Nate – is he about to be stood up at the altar?

Trying her best to get the car started, Ricky breaks the heel on her shoe, then catches a glimpse of herself in the wing mirror. She’s got dirt on her face and so has Kyle… Ricky’s had enough of trying the car, it’s time to start running!

Nate, unable to bear it any longer, announces to the waiting guests that the wedding’s obviously not happening… As he says it, however, a dishevelled Ricky comes sprinting up. She apologises profusely to Nate, who needs to be convinced that Ricky’s not having doubts… Ricky stresses there’s nothing she wants more than to become his wife… All she needs is five minutes to tidy herself up! Nate turns to the celebrant – looks like this wedding is back on!

The beautiful ceremony proceeds, with Ricky matching Nate’s prepared vows with heartfelt ones in return. Finally, Ricky and Nate are declared man and wife.

At the reception, Phoebe finds herself getting a lot of attention from Dom, the photographer. They flirt with each other, and it looks as though there might be a spark there…

Dylan persuades Kat to take him to the reception with her, after she missed the ceremony when he pulled her into work. At the reception Kat feels awkward due to Dylan’s presence. She can’t help thinking everyone’s eyes are upon them, and when Ash asks if she’s alright she consequently snaps at him, wanting to look after it her own way.

Dylan later vents his anger by making a disdainful comment to Billie, about what she’s wearing. Creeped out, Billie quickly escapes from Dylan’s orbit, but Ash, who’s seen the exchange, demands to know what just happened. Was Dylan hitting on her? Billie insists that wasn’t the case. It was more Dylan was on a power trip, knowing he could put her down. Ash is furious and confronts Dylan, warning him to stay away from his family.

Ricky, meanwhile, tries to encourage Kyle – who’s feeling very maudlin about his court appearance tomorrow – to join the party, although she totally understands if he’s not in the mood. Ricky tries to boost Kyle’s spirits… They don’t know for sure that he’ll be going to gaol…

Phoebe pushes Ricky to tell her what’s up with Kyle. Phoebe’s upset that she knew nothing about it, and goes to talk to Kyle.

Nate pulls Ricky away from the party to have a private moment, asking if she’s happy. She answers with a smile: ‘blissfully’ and they kiss.

The following morning, Kyle has a poignant farewell with baby Casey, before heading to the court with Ricky. He’s surprised to find Phoebe there, waiting to support him. Ricky tells him that she loves him and is there for him. He’s overwhelmed by the thought of what lies ahead as they head up the steps of the courthouse… Will these be his last moments of freedom?