4 Spoilers reveal Belle’s horror in shocking flashback episode
Belle’s bliss doesn’t last as Tom steps up his manipulation
There’s a special flashback episode of Emmerdale tonight on Wednesday July 24, and spoilers reveal the extent of Belle’s suffering at the hands of abusive husband Tom.
Shocking scenes will show viewers how an idyllic trip to Wales turns into a living hell for tortured Belle. And Tom unveils his latest move to isolate his wife further away from her family back in Emmerdale.
But will Belle be able to escape his clutches before it’s too late?
Emmerdale spoilers: A holiday from hell for Belle
1. The clock is turned back
The episode begins in the aftermath of Cain and Charity’s horrific discovery at the holiday cottage. The pair went in search of Belle after realising she’s fallen victim to Tom’s abuse.
Arriving at the Welsh hideaway, Charity and Cain entered a scene of total carnage. The place was totally trashed, with blood up the walls and no sign of either Belle or Tom.
Confronted by such devastation, the duo are left fearing the worst. But what has happened to Belle? All is about to revealed as Emmerdale winds the clock back to the start of the week…
2. Belle and Tom’s holiday begins in Emmerdale spoilers
Days earlier, the sun is rising over the Welsh countryside as Belle and Tom arrive at their holiday home. Belle is excited by the prospect of having a few days away, unaware that Tom is planning a permanent move.
The wicked vet is determined to get Belle as far away from her loved ones as possible. It’s a common tactic used by abusers, and Tom wants the Dingles to be a distant memory.
The couple enter the property seemingly loved-up and happy as they anticipate having a happy holiday. But it’s going to be anything but.
3. Tom manipulates Belle
Belle is upset to have left her phone at home and has no means of contacting anyone. But that’s exactly what Tom – who deliberately stashed her mobile in a drawer – intended.
As the newlyweds settle into their new place, Tom wastes no time starting his manipulations. Having had her spirit broken by her sinister spouse, Belle doesn’t sense much is wrong. In fact, she’s hopeful their holiday has got off to a positive start.
But everything changes in an instant when Belle makes a shocking discovery.
4. Belle fears for her life in Emmerdale spoilers
Having got Belle where he wants her, Tom then decides to put the next phase of his plan into action.
He makes a call to arrange renting the cottage for longer, but Belle overhears and is confused what he’s up to.
And as the flashbacks continue, the rest of the week unfolds. But what started out as a relaxing break away soon turns into a petrifying ordeal for Belle.
Just how far will Tom go to trap Belle? Will she make it out alive?
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