If there is a relationship that is strongest in Emmerdale — it is Robert & Aaron.

But in the new arc, that love is pushed to the limit. And the culprit?

Kev Townsend — whose heart condition drama and series of ambiguous actions have both dragged them into a psychological and legal battle.

When Robert discovers that Kev has lied about his condition, he feels like he is being “controlled” like a puppet.

Aaron is so hurt that he almost wants to cut off contact with Kev completely. But Kev won’t let go — he continues to text, call, beg Aaron that “he just wants more time”.

Each call from Kev is like a drop of acid dropped on Robert – Aaron’s relationship. Robert is angry, Aaron is confused, and both are ready to explode. When Liam confirms: “Kev is not dying,” it all comes down on Kev.

But Robert doesn’t choose to fight or scream. He makes a plan. A cold plan: gather evidence, find witnesses, and prepare Kev to face the full brunt of his guilt. Aaron initially resists confrontation, but then realizes — if he doesn’t expose Kev, he’ll be dragged into the emotional maelstrom once again.

As the fight begins, Kev reveals his true colors. No longer playing the victim, he becomes dangerous, obsessive, and clingy to the point of being creepy. This leads viewers to predict that Kev’s arc will end in a full-on villainization, and possibly something to do with the mysterious “sword attack.”