Emmerdale fans, brace yourselves – tonight’s episode promises high-stakes drama, raw emotion, and the beginning of a deadly secret unraveling.

John Sugden’s conscience is eating him alive after last week’s chilling showdown with Mackenzie Boyd in the woods. On the surface, he’s trying to enjoy a quiet getaway with Aaron Dingle. But inside, John is crumbling under the weight of guilt. And it’s only a matter of time before Aaron senses that something isn’t right.

John Haunted by His Deadly Secret

Viewers saw John seemingly kill Mackenzie in a tense confrontation. While the act has yet to come to light, John’s behaviour tells the story. Away from the village, the couple hoped for a fresh start at a remote holiday cottage. Instead, John finds himself spiralling.

Every quiet moment is a reminder of what he’s done. The man he loves most is by his side, but instead of peace, John feels only dread. Mack’s shadow lingers over him, and it’s clear this secret won’t stay buried forever.

Confiding in Aaron – But With a Twist

Tonight, John finally lets some of his guilt spill out. Sitting with Aaron, he admits that he’s struggling to cope with the past. But rather than revealing the truth about Mack, he shifts the blame onto another dark chapter: Anthony Fox.

Earlier this year, John helped cover up Anthony’s death, believing he was protecting Aaron. The shocking twist later revealed Anthony’s daughter Ruby was responsible, meaning John risked everything for nothing. Now, he pretends that Anthony’s death is the cause of his nightmares.

“I just had this really vivid, horrible dream last night – about Anthony,” John says, his voice heavy with regret. “Do you ever think much about what we did to him? I do. Disposing of him like that – not even giving him a proper grave.”

On the surface, it sounds like he’s haunted by Anthony. But the real torment is Mack. John’s attempt to disguise the truth could backfire in a devastating way.

Aaron Begins to See the Cracks

For now, Aaron listens without suspecting too much. He knows the cover-up weighed heavily on John, but his husband’s intensity is unsettling. John continues, insisting: “I don’t think I’ve quite processed what I’ve done. We’re not God. We don’t get to call the shots.”

The words land like a confession, even if Aaron doesn’t realise it yet. But Emmerdale spoilers confirm that his suspicion will soon grow. This week’s upcoming episodes reveal Aaron can’t ignore John’s erratic behaviour. By Friday, it will erupt into a major confrontation.

Aaron, tired of the lies, directly accuses John of hiding something. The tension between them threatens to explode – and with the truth so close to the surface, fans should prepare for fireworks.

Trouble Ahead in the Village

While John struggles to bury his guilt, other storylines in Emmerdale are also heating up. Nicola and Jimmy face fresh trouble in their marriage, while Ruby’s presence continues to stir chaos. The village may look peaceful on the outside, but under the surface, danger and betrayal lurk at every corner.

Still, all eyes tonight are on John and Aaron. Can John keep his darkest crime hidden? Or will Aaron uncover the devastating truth about Mack’s fate before the week is over?

A Must-Watch Week of Drama

Tonight’s episode, streaming early on ITVX and YouTube before airing on ITV1, sets the stage for one of Emmerdale’s most gripping arcs this year. John’s attempt to cover his tracks only digs him deeper into suspicion. Aaron’s instincts have never been wrong – and this time, they may expose the deadliest secret of all.

Don’t miss tonight’s Emmerdale, because the fallout is only just beginning.