‘Neighbours’ spoilers for Aug 22: Steph makes a horrifying discovery; Xanthe comes clean about her frightening ordeal

Shocking revelations rock Ramsay Street on the upcoming episode of “Neighbours.” On Monday, Stephanie Scully (Carla Bonner) reels after realising that the town’s stalker is actually targeting her and not Sonya Rebecchi (Eve Morey). Fans wonder whether Steph’s ex-girlfriend may be related the snake catcher’s dangerous moves.

Meanwhile, Xanthe Canning (Lilly Van Der Meer) opens a can of worms after finally admitting to Elly Conway (Jodi Anasta) why she didn’t want to work with Cooper Knights (Charlie Hannaford). Other “Neighbours” cast members who will also appear on the Aug.22 episode include Jarrod “Toadie” Rebecchi (Ryan Moloney), Mark Brennan (Scott McGregor), Jack Callahan (Andrew Morley), Paige Smith (Olympia Valance), Ben Ian Kirk (Felix Mallard), Piper Willis (Mavournee Hazel) and Gary Canning (Damien Richardson).

“Neighbours” also stars Susan Kennedy (Jackie Woodburne), Karl (Alan Fletcher), Terese Willis (Rebekah Elmaloglou), Paul Robinson (Stefan Dennis), Madison Robinson (Sarah Ellen), Amy Williams (Zoe Cramond), Tyler Brennan (Travis Burns), Aaron Brennan (Matt Wilson), Brad Willis (Kip Gamblin), Lauren Turner (Kate Kendall), Ned (Ben Hall), Charlie Hoyland (Alexander McGuire), Sheila Canning (Colette Mann) and Jimmy Williams (Darcy Tadich).

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Channel Eleven posted a sneak peek of Monday’s episode. In the trailer, Toadie and Sonya are floored when Mark informs them that Clive was released from jail on bail. Digital Spy reports that their theory that he’s behind scaring Summer Bay residents seem to be confirmed when the spate of terror returns after his release.

Steph is spooked after finding a doll that looks exactly like her, with its head cut off. According to Digital Spy, she and Charlie live with Mark to ensure they’re safe. However, she begins to realise that the culprit is not behind Sonya after all.

Cooper gets rough on Xanthe at school. It seems Cooper tries to force himself again on Xanthe, this time as she’s working alone at Harold’s. Elly wonders what Xanthe did to make Cooper so mad, and spoilers says that Xanthe finally admits the truth to her.

“Neighbours” recap

Last week, Jack tried to run after a man who confessed that he’s responsible for releasing the snakes at Ramsay Street, but he was nowhere to be found. Instead, the culprit left behind a receipt at Harold’s Café. He reckoned that the man was after Paige. Worried, he went to Mark to ask for an update about the police investigation. Mark was convinced that Clive West was the one who kept terrorising the neighbourhood, but Jack expressed his doubts. Mark assured him that the investigation is still ongoing.

Later, Jack went to watch Paige from afar. The words of the confessor rang on his ears: “She shouldn’t love someone she couldn’t have.” Jack went up to her and showed her the receipt. He asked her questions, which worried both Paige and Brad. Jack made up an excuse and said he’s just trying to track down who left the receipt. Lauren said it’s possibly Tyler, but she’s not sure. Jack didn’t waste any time and asked Tyler if he owns the receipt, but the latter denied. Tyler also took Jack’s approach the wrong way, thinking that Jack’s doing it out of jealousy.

Jack was stumped – he wanted to protect Paige but he can’t break the seal of confession. Later, the snake catcher bumped into Paige at Harold’s and helped her with something. Paige said she recognised him as the “snake guy.” Jack arrived and offered Paige of teaching her what he does and why. It’s his way of keeping a close eye on Paige. She agreed and reckoned that it’s the best way to move forward with their lives and for her to accept his choice.

Paige’s application to be a professional boxer was accepted, and Tyler and Aaron began planning her first match. When Tyler looked for her to share the news, he learned that Paige was with Jack… again. Paige met Tyler at a bar and informed him about Jack’s offer. Tyler didn’t seem happy at all, especially when she said they have to stop whatever was going on between them. Disheartened, he said it seems she doesn’t need him anymore – in and out of the ring.

Steph opened up to Sonya about the thing that’s bugging her – it seemed Mark wants kids of his own but she was scared of having another baby. She feared of experiencing another post-natal depression and her medical issues. Sonya tried to comfort her and encouraged her to seek a doctor’s advice. Steph did what Sonya said and Karl recommended her to have fertility tests. Karl also told her of the potential risks, such as her medications taking a toll on the baby.

She informed Mark about her fears of having a baby and said that she’s not ready to face the consequences of having post-natal depression again. Steph wondered if their relationship would end if she didn’t have a baby with Mark. He said that while he loves to have a family with her, he’s contented to have Steph and Charlie. Steph was relieved with Mark’s answer.

Later, it was confirmed that the snake catcher was the one who confessed to releasing the snakes. He watched Steph from afar as she played cricket with Charlie, Mark, Toadie and Sonya.

Find out what happens next on “Neighbours,” which airs Monday to Friday at 6.30pm on Network Eleven in Australia. In the UK, “Neighbours” airs during weekdays on Channel 5.