Emmerdale fans were left reeling after a dramatic double episode that saw Mackenzie Boyd’s life hang in the balance. The popular character was brutally attacked by serial killer John Sugden, who has been hiding his true nature from the villagers for months. Now, in heartbreaking scenes, Charity Dingle receives a devastating text message that could change everything.

John Strikes Again as Mack Discovers the Truth

The tense storyline escalated when Mack pieced together John’s sinister secrets. He realised John was behind Nate Robinson’s death and other mysterious incidents in the village.

Mack confronted him, but despite promising to stay quiet, John refused to let him walk away. A terrifying chase through the woods followed, ending with John striking Mack with a rock.

Viewers watched in shock as John dragged Mack’s body away and stashed it inside his van. For now, it looks like Mack has become John’s latest victim.

Charity Left in the Dark

While Mack fought for his life, his wife Charity believed he was away on a stag do in London. Following their heated row over surrogacy, she poured her heart out in a voicemail but received no reply.

Confiding in Chas, Charity admitted she feared the worst. Chas tried to explain Mack’s side, but Charity was furious he had opened up to his sister-in-law instead of her.

Eventually, she softened and left a heartfelt message, telling Mack she was ready to listen. Desperate for answers, she even asked Aaron Dingle to intervene and convince Mack to call her back.

John Covers His Tracks

Meanwhile, John wasted no time covering up his crime. He scrubbed his van clean before spinning a chilling lie to Aaron, claiming he had accidentally hit a deer. Aaron, unaware of the truth, reassured him.

But John dropped a telling remark, whispering: “I don’t deserve your sympathy.” His guilt was clear, even as he doubled down on hiding his actions.

Later, in a twisted move, John used Mack’s phone to send a fake message to Charity.

The Text That Breaks Charity’s Heart

Charity’s world collapsed when she read the message. Supposedly written by Mack, it ended their marriage in cold terms:

“I’m so sorry, Charity, but I can’t do this. It’s over. Please respect my decision, it’s best for both of us. I’m done fighting so I’m turning my phone off now. I’m sorry – M.”

The landlady was devastated, believing her husband had abandoned her. Moira tried to defend Mack, suggesting it could be a drunken mistake, but Charity was adamant the words were final.

“Do you know what, Moira? He can stay in London forever for all I care. I am so done with him!” she raged.

What Happens Next?

With Mack’s fate uncertain, Charity faces heartbreak like never before. The cruel text ensures nobody will look for him, buying John more time to cover his crimes.

But how long can John’s lies hold? Spoilers suggest cracks are forming. Aaron has already picked up on his husband’s odd behaviour, and Moira refuses to believe Mack would walk away so suddenly.

As suspicions grow, could Charity be the one to uncover the truth about John and realise Mack never sent that text?