Manpreet Sharma (Rebecca Sarker) is certainly lonely in Emmerdale.
The character was in a relationship with Charles Anderson (Kevin Mathurin) last year, but they split in the aftermath of Ethan’s (Emile John) sudden death.
A few months ago, we learnt that Charles sleeping with Laurel (Charlotte Bellamy) impacted Manpreet’s self-confidence.
As a result of wanting to feel validated, she took to sharing private images of herself online, which were eventually discovered by Joe Tate (Ned Porteous), and used in a blackmail plot.
With Manpreet searching for a spark where the world of love and lust is concerned, she grabbed an opportunity tonight when she saw Ross Barton (Michael Parr) all alone.
Ross was playing pool and drinking by himself after being dumped by Steph (Georgia Jay). He wasn’t exactly looking for a rebound, but didn’t have a problem with Manpreet arriving and trying to flirt.
With time, the two characters enjoying themselves and dropping subtle innuendos.
Distracted as a result of the alcohol, Ross will end up sleeping with Manpreet, but the local GP is left feeling curious as she wonders if it could turn into something more.
Ross quickly goes to leave, but Manpreet attempts to talk to him about what happened.
With his mind still on Steph, Ross shrugs Manpreet off and leaves her alone.
But how will Steph react if she finds out what Ross has been up to?
