Emmerdale fans are in for a shocking revelation as Tom King’s sinister intentions come

to light following his split from Belle Dingle. This week, it was confirmed that Tom’s next

moves are far from benevolent. Belle decided to end her tumultuous relationship with

Tom after a harrowing series of events during their stay at a Welsh cottage. As viewers will recall, Tom had been exerting control over Belle for months, subjecting her to abuse and gaslighting. In an emotionally charged episode on July 24, Belle feared for her life as Tom’s behavior escalated. She managed to escape back to the village but returned later to their shared home to retrieve her belongings. Unfortunately, Tom was waiting for her and ominously threatened, “I will kill you before I let you leave this house,” while physically trying to stop her. Despite Tom’s menacing threats, Belle was resolute and managed to break free, warning Tom that Cain would retaliate if he harmed her. She then went to Lydia’s place and informed her family of the end of her marriage.

However, Tom’s creepy presence lingered as he was seen watching her from a distance. Next week, things are set to take an even darker turn. Spoilers reveal that, although Belle and Tom have separated, Tom remains a looming threat, keeping a close watch from the shadows. During a heartfelt moment between Belle and her friend Vinny, Tom observes with a menacing glare. Tom begins to manipulate the situation further by spinning a deceitful story to his aunt Nicola, suggesting that Vinny is interfering with Belle and casting Belle in a negative light. Unaware of Tom’s true intentions, Nicola ends up offering Tom a place to stay.

Tom then cunningly proposes that Belle move back into their old house, under the guise of generosity since he has already paid the rent. However, unbeknownst to Belle, Tom has secretly arranged for a duplicate key to be made when the locks are changed, ensuring he can gain access to the property at will. Meanwhile, Belle, dealing with the aftermath of a mental health assessment, is left to grapple with the reality of her abuse. The situation is shaping up to be even more perilous as Tom’s dark plans continue to unfold.