In a gripping twist on Emmerdale this week, Tom King continues to torment his estranged ex-wife, Belle Dingle, as their dark storyline escalates. After waking up in the hospital on Monday, Tom is in pain and refuses to give the police any details about the attack, claiming his memory is blank. However, in a private phone call to Belle, he angrily demands her presence at the hospital, threatening to expose her involvement in his injuries unless she complies.

Tuesday’s episode sees Belle’s family rallying to protect her, urging her to leave the village for Ireland to avoid Tom’s blackmail. But when Belle receives a chilling message from Tom, she reluctantly goes to the hospital, where Tom pressures her to drop the abuse allegations she made against him. Tom manipulates Belle further, attempting to gaslight her into believing she’s at fault and even forcing an unwanted kiss, leaving Belle horrified.

Despite Tom’s lies to the police—claiming that two random men attacked him—Belle takes matters into her own hands. In a dramatic turn, she heads to the police station and bravely reveals the truth. She confesses to attacking Tom in self-defense and admits to being a victim of domestic abuse, handing over the weapon used in the incident. Viewers are left wondering if Belle can finally escape Tom’s manipulation, with fans hoping she recorded his threats as evidence to ensure justice is served.