ITV’s Emmerdale has seemingly confirmed who will be there to help Belle Dingle (played by Eden Taylor-Draper) leave Tom King (James Chase). The drama surrounding Belle and Tom escalated when, after a dinner party, he forcefully interrogated her about her contraceptive usage.
In an explosive display of anger, Tom forced her hand under a scalding tap, marking his maiden act of physical assault. Regrettably, Belle’s marital life with Tom has been marred by constant manipulation and coercive control, hinting at an impending ordeal. However, soap viewers believe they’ve spotted crucial indications that suggest one of the show’s characters could aid Belle in escaping from her toxic marriage.
During a particularly alarming scene in tonight’s episode, as Tom and Belle retreated upstairs, Mandy was prompt to trail behind them. This behaviour left fans speculating that she may be aware of the troubling situation and will step in to extricate Belle from the terrifying grasp of Tom.
One viewer took to Twitter and stated: “I’m sure Mandy suspects something – she didn’t waste time coming up the stairs after Belle and Tom #Emmerdale,” another chimed in: “I hope Mandy following them upstairs means she’s cottoned on!”
Yet another fan expressed their hopes by tweeting: “Will Mandy figure it out #Emmerdale,”
Another pleaded: “I wish Belle would tell Mandy or someone else what’s going on and how uncomfortable she is. #Emmerdale.”
Another viewer suggested: “Mandy is not thick. I am gonna need her to notice.” (sic)
Emma Atkins, portraying Charity Dingle on the show, hinted that the truth about Tom’s abusive tendencies will soon be unleashed to other members of the Dingle family.
Speaking about the gripping plot, she revealed to Digital Spy: “I don’t think there’s anyone at home who’s watching that story and not screaming out at the TV because it’s so well done. It’s been so well scripted and played excellently by those two – Eden and James.”
She hinted at a family upheaval, saying, “I think at some point the Dingles will no doubt find out and then there’ll be extreme anger and upset and support for Belle because the Dingles always come together to rally round to support whoever’s in need.”
Teasing Emmerdale fans with the promise of dramatic developments, she added: “I think it’s going to be explosive eventually. And for now, it’s watching it trickling out it’s watching it play out. It’s brilliantly done but it’s painful to watch.”
Emmerdale airs weekdays at 7.30pm on ITV.
