Emmerdale is gearing up for some high-stakes drama as fans speculate about the

potential exits of two key characters, Belle Dingle and Tom King. The latest episode has

left viewers on the edge of their seats, with tensions running high and dark predictions for the future.

Belle Dingle (played by Eden Taylor-Draper) has found herself increasingly isolated and manipulated by Tom King (James Chase). Wednesday night’s episode saw Belle turning on her own family after Tom continued to exploit her vulnerabilities. Mandy Dingle (Lisa Riley) attempted to reason with Belle, expressing concerns about the potential impact of Belle’s schizophrenia medication on a future child. However, Tom twisted Mandy’s words, suggesting to Belle that Mandy was gaslighting her, deepening the rift between Belle and her loved ones.

A heated argument erupted in the Woolpack pub as Tom continued to isolate Belle. “I was only trying to give you some advice,” Mandy remarked, trying to de-escalate the situation. Belle, however, retorted sarcastically, “Even if it’s pessimistic and frightening?” Despite Mandy and Paddy’s (Dominic Brunt) attempts to explain their actions, Belle remained unimpressed, while Tom watched silently, relishing the discord he had sown.

Meanwhile, Ethan Anderson (Emile John) faced his own crisis. Initially planning to flee the village after his arrest for leaving Nicky Milligan (Lewis Cope) for dead, Ethan had a change of heart and decided to face the consequences of his actions. Fans have been buzzing on social media, convinced that death could be on the horizon for both Ethan and Tom. The stakes have been raised even higher with Caleb (Will Ash) and Ruby (Beth Cordingly) vowing revenge.

Speculation has also been rife about Cain Dingle’s (Jeff Hordley) reaction to Tom’s controlling behavior towards Belle. Many fans believe Cain will take drastic action once he discovers the extent of Tom’s manipulation. Others are convinced that Belle is not as naive as she seems and might be playing Tom at his own game. One fan theorized, “All I can say is that wait till Cain Nate Aaron and Caleb all find out what Tom’s been doing to Belle he’s gonna wish that he never came back to the village in the 1st place #Emmerdale.” Another suggested, “Belle is not stupid I definitely think she’s playing Tom if she can dealt with the likes of what Lachlan was capable of I’m sure she knows deep down what Tom is doing is not right and trying to come up with ways to get him back #Emmerdale.”

The drama takes another turn as Belle’s ordeal with Tom’s coercive control escalates. An exasperated Belle implores Tom to seek help for his alarming actions, threatening to leave him if he refuses. Tom’s manipulation reaches new heights as he guilt-trips Belle into staying home for a delivery, causing her to miss a significant family event commemorating her late mother, Lisa. The tension reaches a boiling point when Belle, pushed to her limits by Tom’s constant torment, physically retaliates against him in front of the villagers.

Unbeknownst to Belle, Tom has already planted seeds of doubt about her behavior with village GP Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson), showcasing his manipulative prowess. The question on everyone’s lips is how Belle will navigate this ordeal and whether Mandy will uncover Tom’s deceitful scheme.

Fans are also convinced that Tom’s days might be numbered, especially after Emmerdale’s director, Debbie Howard, shared a cryptic snap from a filming location in the woods. Speculations are rife that Tom could meet his end in these woods. One fan wrote on social media, “So…is Tom dead come June?” sparking a flurry of responses and theories.

As the plot thickens, viewers are left eagerly anticipating the next episodes, wondering who will survive the escalating tensions in the village. With high drama and potential exits looming, Emmerdale promises a gripping watch in the weeks to come. Stay tuned to see how Belle’s nightmare unfolds and whether the village will witness more shocking departures.