Emmerdale spoilers for this week: Robert opens up to Aaron about his harrowing prison life with Kev

Robert opens up about his life behind bars
Laura Morgan

Robert revisits his painful past in Emmerdale spoilers this week as he finds the courage to tell Aaron what really happened in prison.

During a standalone episode, Robert shares the harrowing truths about his life behind bars with Kev. Will his honesty make Aaron see him in a new light? And where does this leave Robert and Kev’s marriage?

Robert is supported by Victoria and Aaron
Robert opens up to Aaron and Victoria (Credit: ITV)

Robert is traumatised by the past in Emmerdale spoilers

Robert’s life and marriage to Aaron fell apart in 2019 when he was sent down for the murder of Lee Posner. Convinced he’d never get out of prison, Robert decided the kindest thing to do was set Aaron free. He cut all ties with his husband, and later filed for divorce.

Fast forward six years and Robert was released after new evidence came to light that put him in the clear. He returned to the village on a mission to win back Aaron’s love. But nothing has been plain sailing.

Viewers have seen how hard Robert has found adjusting to life on the outside. He’s been haunted by vivid nightmares of the ordeal behind bars. During one bad dream, Robert ended up accidentally lashing out at Victoria and gave her a black eye.

So far, Robert has refused to discuss what happened to him during his years inside. But next week, he’s finally ready to share his truth.

Kev pins Robert up against a wall
Kev and Robert met behind bars (Credit: ITV)

Robert shares his story

Flashback scenes will reveal what really went on for Robert in jail, and explain the reasons behind his marriage to Kev.

The couple’s past is complex. Viewers already know that Robert’s life was made a misery by prison bullies and that Kev took him under his wing.  By Robert’s own admission, he would have never survived prison if it wasn’t for Kev.

Somewhere along the line the inmates relationship turned intimate and Robert agreed to marry Kev. But was he manipulated into doing so?

Robert and Kev in their prison cell
Robert reveals what happened between him and Kev in prison (Credit: ITV)

During the emotional episode, Robert reflects on his past with Aaron and Victoria.

As further shocking revelations come to light, fans will understand why prison has changed Robert forever.

Kev cries in Emmerdale
Kev is spiraling out of control (Credit: ITV)

Kev threatens Robron’s future in Emmerdale spoilers

While Aaron and Vic try and get their heads around what they’ve learnt, Kev is an emotional wreck.

The terminally ill criminal is seen sat on the sofa of Woodbine Cottage in floods of tears. Has Robert just called time on their marriage? And will Kev make Robert pay for the rejection? Could he and Aaron be in danger?

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