A massive turning point in the story about Tom King (James Chase)’s coercive control and abuse of his wife Belle D.i.n.g.l.e (Eden Taylor-Draper) in Emmerdale was reached last week.

In an episode exploring Belle’s thoughts as different potential scenarios played out, Belle finally realised she had to take some action to protect herself from the violence and torment that Tom has put her through since even before they were married.

She opened up to Charity (Emma Atkins), who was the first member of the family to spot that something was wrong because of her own experience of abuse.

Belle had been scared that nobody would believe her, after Tom successfully managed to make most people think that Belle was the one displaying problematic behaviour because of her history of mental health issues. But Charity listened and understood.

Very quickly, Charity told the rest of the family what had been going on and the full force of the protective circle of D.i.n.g.l.e.s was soon in place.

With Belle adamant that she didn’t want the police involved, they agreed to bide their time – but as soon as Tom realised the D.i.n.g.l.e.s knew what had been happening he was terrified, particularly at the prospect of what Cain D.i.n.g.l.e (Jeff Hordley) might do to him.

Upcoming episodes see Tom desperately trying to cover his tracks by removing all the cameras he’d hidden in Belle’s house so he could observe her every move.

His uncle Jimmy (Nick Miles) questions him about what’s in his bag, and Tom tries to cover by saying that Belle is accusing him of abuse. Sympathetic Jimmy hugs him and promises his support.

Elsewhere, sympathy for Tom is at an all-time low and when Vanessa (Michelle Hardwick) and Rhona (Zoe Henry) hear how Tom has been behaving they dismiss him from his job at the vet’s.

Following the sacking, Tom mysteriously vanishes. Jimmy is concerned about what might have happened to him – particularly as Cain is on the warpath.

Has he done something to Tom to avenge Belle? Jeff Hordley has previously said that in this situation, Cain would be capable of anything.

‘It’s his little sister. I think if somebody hurt his little sister in particular I think there’s no saying what Cain would do. He’ll do what he needs to do to make things right. it is Cain and his DNA is always going to be within him, so who knows what he’s capable of?’The recent developments in the storyline of Tom King’s coercive control and abuse towards Belle D.i.n.g.l.e in Emmerdale have brought a major turning point to the forefront. Belle, after much contemplation, finally made the decision to take action to protect herself from the relentless cycle of violence and torment inflicted upon her by Tom. This decision came after a conversation with Charity, who was the first to notice the signs of abuse due to her own personal experience. Despite Belle’s initial fear of not being believed, Charity’s unwavering support and understanding empowered Belle to speak up. Once Belle confided in her family about the truth of her situation, the protective circle of D.i.n.g.l.e.s immediately sprang into action. While Belle preferred not to involve the police at that moment, the united front of her family sent a clear message to Tom. His attempts to cover his tracks by removing hidden cameras from Belle’s home were unsuccessful, and suspicions within the community continued to grow. This culminated in Tom’s dismissal from his job at the vet’s, leading to his sudden disappearance. As the search for Tom intensifies, questions arise about Cain’s potential involvement in his disappearance. Cain’s fierce loyalty to his family, especially his little sister Belle, raises concerns about what he might be capable of in seeking vengeance for her. Jeff Hordley, who plays Cain, has hinted at the depths to which his character might go in such a situation, emphasizing that Cain’s actions will always be guided by his intrinsic need to protect his loved ones. The uncertainty surrounding Tom’s disappearance keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the next twist in this gripping storyline.Join us as we continue to provide updates and insights into this compelling narrative, offering valuable information and engaging content for our readers. Your support and engagement drive us to deliver more informative and entertaining content for you to enjoy. Stay tuned for more exciting updates and analysis on the unfolding drama in Emmerdale.