ITV Coronation Street's Brie's real plan for Lauren exposed in sinister twist

Drama escalates on Coronation Street as newcomer Brie's true intentions towards Lauren seem to unravel next week. Brie appears to be exposed when she makes a shocking accusation against Lauren while she is on trial, according to fresh spoilers.

There is speculation among viewers that Brie could have connections to Lauren or even the villain Joel Deering. However, it becomes evident in an upcoming episode that Brie has it in for Lauren, concocting a brutal lie about the teenager.

Brie, fresh from taunting Lauren in her cell during Friday's instalment, is set to further smear Lauren's reputation come Monday's episode. With Roy Cropper testifying to Lauren's good character on the witness stand, Brie interjects with a bid to discredit her.

Spoilers and a sneak peek video show Brie accusing Lauren of assaulting her the previous night, an attempt likely aimed to undermine Lauren’s self-defence plea for Joel's murder.

As Roy praises Lauren as "kind, caring and thoughtful", Brie disrupts the courtroom, theatrically shouting, "No she isn't. If she's so kind and caring how come she attacked me last night?", reports the Mirror.

The tumultuous scenes are due to air on Monday evening, leaving audiences anxious to find out whether Brie's malicious scheme succeeds. But the burning question remains: Why does Brie have it out for Lauren, and what drives her to fabricate such a lie?

Viewers of the show are aware that Lauren couldn't have attacked Brie, as we saw them separated by a prison officer after an argument on Friday night. Lauren had threatened Brie after she continued to provoke her, before announcing that she was leaving the unit and the prison.

Lauren didn't have the opportunity to attack Brie, but why would Brie go to such lengths to not only target the teenager but then appear in court and lie about her?

The truth will be unveiled in future episodes, as Lauren braces herself for the verdict. Fans have already speculated about Brie's motives for targeting Lauren, with some believing she could be someone from Lauren's past.

Others suggested there might be a connection to Joel, or perhaps Brie is concealing her real identity, or a dark secret - only time will reveal the truth.