FORBIDDEN love on the cards for THIS SHOCKING Emmerdale pair?

Emmerdale

Could there be a new twist in Victoria Sugden and Luke Posner's blossoming friendship in Emmerdale?

Next week's Emmerdale sees Victoria Sugden and Luke Posner grow closer... but does this mean there could be romance on the cards for the pair?

Emmerdale fans have watched in horror as the family of Victoria's rapist pitched up in the village and decided to make themselves at home.

Emmerdale, Victoria Sugden, Wendy Posner

Victoria agrees to let Wendy see baby Harry (Picture: ITV) (Image credit: ITV)

But while rapist Lee's mum Wendy has made something of a nuisance of herself, Victoria has always been on better terms with Lee's brother, Luke.

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While Wendy might be desperate to get to know her new grandson, Harry, Victoria has been keeping her at arm's length, which is understandable given the circumstances.

However next week sees Victoria finally let Wendy bond with her grandson... so could the ice between them finally be thawing?

Emmerdale, Victoria Sugden, Wendy Posner

Victoria starts to thaw towards Wendy next week (Picture: ITV) (Image credit: ITV)

While Victoria is awkward as Wendy corners her in the cafe wanting to see Harry, Victoria's brave move to let her have a moment with her grandson leaves Wendy on could nine.

But Wendy isn't the only one that Victoria is offering an olive branch too...

Later when Luke arrives she tells him that with Marlon in prison, there is a chef's job going at the Woolpack and even encourages him to apply for it.

Victoria in Emmerdale

Is Victoria starting to see Wendy in a new light? (Picture: ITV)

But while this means she would be working closely with the brother of the man who raped her, it doesn't seem to bother Victoria and Luke is pleased.

The following day Luke then offers to look after Harry, but will Victoria take him up on his offer?

Things are clearly starting to take a turn between the pair... does this mean romance could be on the cards?

Emmerdale, Victoria Sugden, Luke Posner

Luke offers to help out Victoria with baby Harry again... bringing the pair closer together (Picture: ITV) (Image credit: ITV)

There was definitely a spark between them before Victoria discovered Luke's true identity... could that chemistry be returning? Watch this space!

Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7pm on ITV, with an extra episode at 8pm on Thursdays.

Claire Crick
Assistant Managing Editor at What To Watch

Claire is Assistant Managing Editor at What To Watch and has been a journalist for over 15 years, writing about everything from soaps and TV to beauty, entertainment, and even the Royal Family. After starting her career at a soap magazine, she ended up staying for 13 years, and over that time she’s pulled pints in the Rovers Return, sung karaoke in the Emmerdale village hall, taken a stroll around Albert Square, and visited Summer Bay Surf Club in sunny Australia. 

After learning some tricks of the trade at websites Digital Spy, Entertainment Daily, and Woman & Home, Claire landed a role at What’s On TV and whattowatch.com writing about all things TV and film, with a particular love for Aussie soaps, Strictly Come Dancing and Bake Off

She’s interviewed everyone from June Brown — AKA Dot Cotton — to Michelle Keegan, swapped cooking tips with baking legend Mary Berry backstage at the NTAs, and danced the night away with soap stars at countless awards bashes. There’s not a lot she doesn’t know about soaps and TV and can be very handy when a soapy question comes up in a pub quiz! 

As well as all things soap-related, Claire also loves running, spa breaks, days out with her kids, and getting lost in a good book.