Coronation Street enthusiasts are positive that Cassie Plummer, portrayed by Claire Sweeney, is up to no good, potentially plotting to con the unsuspecting Ken Barlow, played by William Roache, out of his fortune. In a recent episode aired on Sunday (October 27), the scene unfolded with Ken growing closer to Cassie as they toyed with the idea of jetting off together to Porto. Cassie first appeared as a helper for Ken after he endured a nasty fall, leaving him dismayed by his sudden dependence.
Despite not being a professional carer and fibbing about her credentials from an agency, Cassie stood by Ken's side, assisting him in regaining his autonomy. Quite miraculously, their bond cemented into a warm friendship even after Ken discovered Cassie wasn't who she claimed to be, choosing instead to let her remain by his side. However, Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson) harboured doubts concerning Cassies 'true' motives after she gleefully agreed to an enchanting holiday in Portugal with Ken.
As Ken and Cassie revelled in anticipation of their voyage, Steve teased: "Spending all his money again, I see," casting a shadow over their sunny plans. Steve couldn't hold back his suspicions, probing Cassie on her continual presence around a now-recovered Ken, only to be shut down with a curt, "none of his business" from her. Complications ensued when Ken, freshly geared up in his new vacation wear following a splashy shopping spree, surprised Cassie with an extravagant pink jacket as a token of .