Amidst the chaos of the city searching for Carla, Carl Webster faces his own grief: the sudden death of his mother, Elaine Webster.

ITVX released an early episode that brought millions to tears – the scene of Carl receiving the call on Christmas Eve, standing silently, tears streaming down his face, is the most haunting moment of the week.

Elaine died silently, unnoticed by anyone.

Later, Carl discovers she had been hiding her illness for a long time, not wanting her son to worry.

The pain turns into regret as he realizes the meaningless arguments of the past are now irreparable. “If only I could hear your voice one more time…” – the words choked in the snowy night brought many viewers to tears.

Elaine’s death is not only a personal loss, but also a turning point that forces Carl to reflect on his entire life. He began to realize the value of family, of the bonds of kinship that he had once taken for granted. While outside, Weatherfield was in chaos due to kidnappings and violence, Carl’s story was a quiet but profound snapshot, making this Christmas anything but “merry.”