In a breathtaking episode of Emmerdale, the fate of Tom King hangs in the balance after a dramatic confrontation with his

estranged wife, Belle Dingle. This jaw-dropping cliffhanger left viewers reeling and eager to know what comes next.

As tensions escalated, Tom, who has been lurking in the shadows since Belle confided in her family about the domestic

abuse she suffered, made a chilling return. Supported by his new girlfriend, Amelia Spencer, who doubts the allegations

against him, Tom manipulated the situation to lure Belle into a trap at Wishing Well Cottage.

The episode took a dark turn when Tom cornered Belle, blocking exits and locking doors to reassert his control. As he became increasingly violent, Belle’s quick thinking led her to use Sam Dingle’s shotgun in a desperate attempt to escape. However, the night took another perilous twist when Tom pursued her, breaking into a flat where she sought refuge, armed with an axe.

In a tense standoff, Belle attempted to intimidate Tom with the shotgun, but a crucial moment of vulnerability arose when she discovered the safety was engaged. This lapse allowed Tom to wrestle the weapon from her, putting her in a precarious position as he threatened her further, using psychological manipulation to instill fear.

In a shocking turn of events, as Tom turned his back momentarily, Belle seized the discarded axe and struck him in the back. The episode concluded with Tom crumpling to the floor, leaving Belle traumatized and viewers questioning whether she has just killed him.

As fans are left on the edge of their seats, the cliffhanger sets the stage for intense repercussions and emotional fallout. Will Tom survive, and what will this mean for Belle and her fight against abuse? Stay tuned for the next episodes of Emmerdale to find out how this gripping storyline unfolds!