June 6th 2024.
The Dales have been rocked by some explosive and traumatic events recently. It has been a tough week for Belle Dingle, who has once again fallen victim to Tom King's violent behavior. But that's not all - she's also dealing with the curveball of an unexpected pregnancy. Meanwhile, her cousin Vinny Dingle is on a quest for love, while Ruby Fox-Miligan is consumed by guilt.
Belle finds herself in an angry confrontation with Tom, but before things escalate, she blurts out that she's pregnant with his child. In an instant, Tom's demeanor changes and he promises to be a better man, at least for the time being. However, after months of emotional abuse, Belle is exhausted and falls asleep, unaware that a fire has started.
Meanwhile, Gabby Thomas is experiencing a change of heart as she decides to take a chance on romance with Vinny. But her hopes are dashed when he unexpectedly rejects her. And as if that wasn't enough, Ruby is struggling with the weight of her guilt over Ethan's death.
As the days go by, Belle tries to hide her pregnancy from Tom and Mandy, but eventually, with the support of Wendy, she musters up the courage to visit the doctor. She's apprehensive about her options, but also hopeful for the future. Things between Gabby and Vinny are tense, but there's still a spark of attraction between them.
Cain lectures Tom for selling Belle's car without consulting him, and Tom becomes paranoid that Belle has shared their private affairs with Cain. He confronts her, and in a moment of fear, Belle reveals her pregnancy. Tom prepares to attack, but his anger fades as he realizes the gravity of Belle's news. They both break down in tears, but Belle's are not tears of joy.
Belle urges Tom to keep their secret for now, and they take a walk with Piper along River Walk. Belle is unsure if she can trust this new version of Tom, but he promises to be a better husband. Meanwhile, Manpreet confides in Ruby about her feelings for Charles, who is struggling with Ethan's death. Ruby is overwhelmed with guilt and wants to make things right.
Tom seems sincere in wanting to change, and Belle begins to soften towards him. But he can't keep their secret and shares the news of Belle's pregnancy with Paddy. When Jimmy later congratulates her, Belle is furious that Tom let it slip. She struggles to contain her anger, but Tom talks her round and they decide to tell everyone. Belle tries to convince herself that everything will be okay.
Despite everything that's going on, romance is in the air as Vinny leans in for a kiss with Gabby. And in a surprising twist, Ruby finds comfort in Charles at the church, where they both mourn Ethan's death. Ruby is determined to turn herself in for the hit and run, but Caleb tries to convince her otherwise. At Ethan's funeral, Charles struggles to lead the service, and later, he asks Manpreet to leave while he is drunk.
Back at the Woolpack, Vinny is flustered when Gail reveals that she knows he's a virgin and offers to help him out. Feeling overwhelmed, Vinny snaps and ends things with Gabby. She leaves, and Vinny is left feeling guilty. The events of the week have taken a toll on everyone, and it's clear that the Dales will never be the same again.
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