Despite their warnings, Belle was adamant about getting inside the hospital, determined to learn Tom’s fate. Vinnie pleaded with her to go home, fearing that her presence would make things worse. As Belle confronted the reality of her actions, she confided in Sam, heartbroken, saying, “If Tom dies, that’s another life I’ve taken. How do I live with myself?” She voiced her deep fears about the uncertain future, lamenting that if he survives and implicates her, her life would be over.

The emotional weight of Belle’s turmoil was palpable as she cried out, feeling as if Tom had triumphed over her. In the wake of this violent act, *Emmerdale* viewers have been left to speculate about Belle’s culpability and whether one of the Dingles might sacrifice themselves to protect her. With hints that Cain might be heading to Scotland to see their father, fans are rife with theories about whether he would step in to take the fall for Belle.

Cain has a history of facing the consequences for his family, having gone to jail for his son in the past. Could we see a repeat of that narrative? On a Facebook fan page, one viewer speculated, “I think Cain will take the rap and do the time,” while another theorized that his trip to Scotland could lead to devastating news, possibly that their father Zach has died. This could prompt Cain to return and take the blame for Belle’s actions, claiming it was him all along.

As the storyline unfolds, the stakes have never been higher for the Dingle family, leaving viewers anxiously awaiting the next episode to see how these dramatic events will resolve. Will Cain sacrifice himself for Belle once more, or will she face the consequences of her actions alone? Stay tuned for more updates as this intense plotline continues to develop!