While this is going on Robert learns that Chrissie has begun a relationship with his brother Andy. This riles Robert but also irritates Aaron as Robert's attentions are elsewhere when he needs him the most. A week later Aaron tells Robert not to come to court so Robert goes the next day when he is taking the stand. On the stand Robert insists Aaron wouldn't lie about something of this magnitude and admits publicly to his feelings for Aaron. The next day Robert goes to court to support Aaron as Gordon and Liv take the stand. Later Robert arrives at the pub to see Aaron. When Robert is about to leave Aaron asks him to stay to have a drink. Robert admits to Aaron that he is trying to be good. Aaron wants to trust him again, Robert promises he won't let Aaron down and they kiss. The next day Gordon is found guilty of rape by the jury. At the pub Robert comforts Aaron who is worried that Gordon going to prison won't help him to forget what he did, but Robert encourages him to be happy.