Belle Dingle’s recent actions have left the village in shock. After being punched in the stomach by Tom King, she found herself at the center of a false narrative spun by her attacker. Tom, claiming to seek help for his own mental health and anger issues, instead turned the blame on Belle. This manipulation continued when Belle, overwhelmed by her emotions, pushed Tom in the middle of the street.
Belle’s day had already been difficult, as she wanted to reflect on the anniversary of her mother’s death. However, Tom, showing his true colors, forced her to stay inside for a parcel and neglected to offer her any support. This led to a heated argument between the two, resulting in Belle pushing Tom to the floor.
Concerned for Belle’s well-being, her family held a meeting at the pub to discuss how to help her. Meanwhile, at Dale Head, Tom disposed of one of Belle’s mental health pills and convinced her that she had forgotten to take them for the entire week. This manipulation left Belle confused and overwhelmed.
In an effort to address her mental health concerns, Belle had a visit from a mental health nurse. During their conversation, Belle expressed her fear of what might happen if her mental health deteriorated further. The nurse determined that the best course of action would be for Belle to spend time in a mental health unit for her own safety.
When Tom discovered Belle preparing to leave with a bag, he was taken aback. He attempted to convince the nurse that Belle simply needed a reminder to take her medication, but they both knew that time away from the village was necessary. As Belle got into the car, Tom’s troubled expression revealed his true feelings.
Belle will now be away from the Dales and away from Tom, surrounded by people who genuinely want to help her. The question remains: what will Belle reveal about her experiences during her time away?
