Ross Barton (Michael Parr) was left quietly gutted in tonight’s Emmerdale, as Lewis (Bradley Riches) decided he no longer wanted anything to do with him.
Yesterday, Lewis learnt the truth about his mum’s death. Shortly after his arrival, he was told by Ross and Moira Dingle (Natalie J Robb) that Adam Barton pushed Emma from a bridge, but he’s always wondered if that was actually true.
An accidental slip up from Ross allowed Lewis to work out that their aunt Moira actually killed Emma.
In an attempt to stop Lewis from going to the police, Ross called Moira back to Butlers and together, they tried to explain to the new face exactly who his mum really was.
Unfortunately, Lewis reacted in a way that caused even more problems for Ross and Moira. He believed that his unwell mother deserved justice, and that he should go to the police.
Just as he prepared to leave though, Ross told Lewis that if he did anything, he would tell the police about the cannabis farm in his loft. Blackmailing a brother you’ve known for five minutes certainly isn’t a wise idea but Ross’ loyalty lies with Moira, he was always going to do his best to protect her.
Frustrated and backed into a corner, Lewis announced to Ross tonight that he doesn’t want a brother who manipulates him. He walked away and Ross suggested that he didn’t have a problem with Lewis leaving.
Back at Butlers though, Ross was clearly gutted about the fallout with Lewis.
When they first met, Ross wasn’t fussed about his new brother, but they ended up connecting and having a laugh. Lewis also reminded Ross of his late brother Finn, who was shot by their mum.
If Lewis returns, can Ross rebuild their connection?
