If Charity is drowning in lies, Kev Townsend is gradually becoming the “new wolf” of Emmerdale.

Initially, Kev was just a supporting character who appeared briefly, but the recent episode made the audience exclaim: “This is the real controller”.

Kev accidentally got his hands on Aaron Dingle’s darkest secret – the past of being abused by his adoptive father Gordon, something Aaron tried to forget for many years.

This information was thoroughly exploited by Kev after overhearing a conversation between Robert Sugden and Aaron.

In the leaked scene from behind the scenes, Kev appeared behind Robert, with a faint smile and the words: “I know what he fears most”.

Immediately after, Kev began to manipulate. He used Aaron’s secret to force Robert to withdraw from the land deal they were both pursuing. But that’s not all – Kev threatens to make Aaron “regret it for life” if he dares to resist. A leaked video shows Kev approaching Aaron in the Woolpack, his voice low: “I just need to say one sentence, and you’re gone.” The entire scene is dead silent, except for the two men’s breathing.

Robert – who is always calculating – shows his fear for the first time. He tries to protect Aaron, but the more he does, the more Kev seems to prevail. The conflict between the two men gradually turns into a very intense psychological battle, where every word is like a knife.

Emmerdale fans are talking online: “Kev is the kind of villain you hate but can’t take your eyes off.” Some predict he will use Aaron’s past to manipulate Robert, creating a very dangerous triangle of power – love – revenge. And if Kev continues to push this move, Emmerdale is about to witness a chain reaction of collapse, starting with Aaron’s old pain.