Next week on Emmerdale, a series of dramatic events unfold, plunging characters into turmoil.
Tom triggers a shocking accident just as Belle contemplates their future together. Meanwhile,
Maddie worries about his safety in prison, and Jai finds himself threatened by Eric鈥檚 relentless
pursuit. Here鈥檚 an in-depth look at eight major moments to anticipate: Belle confides in Rachel, her mental health coordinator, revealing her recent termination and the lie she told Tom about having a miscarriage. Despite trying to mask her fear, Belle fears Rachel is catching on to Tom鈥檚 abusive behavior. Rachel suggests Belle take a break from Tom, leaving Belle anxious about taking matters into her own hands. Noah unwittingly complicates things for Belle by revealing to Tom that she was in town for an appointment. Tom probes into Belle鈥檚 secretive behavior and uncovers her visit to the abortion clinic, sparking his furious reaction.
In a fit of rage, Tom damages a barn with an iron bar, accidentally causing a dangerous electric shock that leaves him unconscious. Meanwhile, Maddie, grappling with his prison predicament, asks Amy not to visit him again but finds solace in their phone conversations. Maddie鈥檚 situation worsens when he鈥檚 forced to share a cell with Les, who begins making unsettling comments, prompting Maddie鈥檚 concern for his safety. Cain visits Maddie in prison but struggles to uplift his spirits. Maddie subtly hints to Cain about Les being his new cellmate and expresses his fear. Cain advises Maddie on protecting himself, raising troubling questions about Maddie鈥檚 future actions.
Elsewhere, Laurel notices tension between Jai and Eric, unaware of Eric鈥檚 blackmailing of Jai regarding Al鈥檚 departure. When Eric refuses to pay for drinks at the hide, Laurel presses Jai for answers, hoping to uncover the truth. In another storyline, Sunil confides in Laurel about Nikki鈥檚 desire to leave the village, adding strain to their relationship with Caleb and Ruby. Laurel encourages Jai to compromise, emphasizing the importance of communication. Baby Evan returns home after hospital treatment, but Dawn鈥檚 reluctance to expose him to germs worries Don. Billy supports Dawn, while Rose鈥檚 supportive gestures bring them closer, though Dawn remains oblivious to Rose鈥檚 ulterior motives. Emmerdale鈥檚 upcoming episodes promise gripping twists and emotional turmoil as characters navigate challenging circumstances, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats.