Everything is on the line in Emmerdale next week, not least of all for Moira and Cain Dingle (Natalie J Robb and Jeff Hordley).
Cain feels all hope is lost as he has almost all but decided that he is going to lose his beloved wife.
It sets him on a spiral as he spends the time during her operation in worrying ways.
What will the outcome be for Moira – and will her husband be at her side for any of it?
Meanwhile, Kim Tate (Claire King) finds herself the target of a hooded figure, but there’s another twist to the tale.
Speaking of twists, Ruby Fox-Miligan (Beth Cordingly) is knocked for six by a few in her life – in the shape of her estranged daughter and father.
A lot going on – here’s everything coming up.
Monday November 18
Ruby is lost for words at seeing her estranged daughter and sends Caleb away so they can have it out. Ruby is rattled when Steph reveals she was in contact with Helen.
Ruby tries to get to the bottom of Steph’s relationship with Helen, but as Steph continues to berate her mother for her dysfunctional childhood, Ruby is pushed over the edge and slaps Steph.
Not the welcome a daughter would expect (Picture: ITV)
Despite her apologies, Ruby is left devastated when Steph leaves claiming Ruby never cared about her. Vulnerable Caleb admits to Chas he can’t lose Steph again, and finds his resolve.
Caleb finds Ruby trying to convince herself that Steph had a good childhood. He puts his wife at ease, insisting that Steph will come around but Ruby’s still hiding something.
Brenda is shocked when Pollard reveals his plans for a Christmas wedding.
Desperate to appease Steph, Caleb offers Jai a job, but Jai throws it back in his face. Laurel convinces Jai to forget about his pride and take Caleb’s offer.
Tuesday November 19
Moira continues to prepare for the worst regarding her operation. Cain can’t deal with the threat of losing Moira and tormented alone in the garage, struggles to face the uncertain future.
Caleb and Ruby are then shocked to see Steph leaving the B&B with Ross. Caleb is quick to question her about Ross before making her an offer to be his partner at the Depot.
Steph reluctantly agrees to go for a coffee with Ruby Just as it looks as if they’re getting somewhere in their relationship things grind to a halt when Ruby’s father, Anthony turns up. the cafe.
Ruby is in disbelief to realise Steph set this up, as her father tries to plead his case. Wanting nothing to do with him, Ruby storms out. Running into Caleb, Ruby begs him to take her home, but Caleb insists on having a word with Anthony himself.
After a heated conversation, Caleb is struck by Anthony’s sincerity and accepts a mysterious box from him as a gift for Ruby.
Jai is quickly thrown to learn that Steph might now be his boss. When Ross arrives looking for work, Caleb turns him away and warns him off his daughter, but as Jai leaves, he begins to formulate a plan with Ross to steal some of Caleb’s valuable stock.
Pollard reveals the engagement ring he bought for delighted Brenda at an auction.
Wednesday November 20
A special episode will follow Moira’s brain surgery and how Cain’s day goes as he struggles with his emotions.
Cain’s story will play in reverse chronological order and starts with Caleb disappointed to find Cain drunk with bloodied hands…
Thursday November 21
Will is hopeful that he and Kim may go to mediation, but Kim has other ideas, offering him £100,000 to get out of her life as quickly as possible.
When Dawn confides in Will about her troubles with Billy he promises her she won’t have to worry about money ever again, remaining defiant in his battle with Kim.
Jai tells Ross about some merchandise coming to the depot. As Jai distracts Kerry at the depot, Ross moves in to steal one of the vans.
Ross arrives at a barn to unload his loot, but is horrified to find Steph among the stock, questioning what he’s planning.
Friday November 22
A hooded figure attempts to steal Kim’s car. The culprit is already long gone but Kim finds out who’s responsible and has an ultimatum for them…
