Dawn Taylor's (Olivia Bromley) feelings for Billy Fletcher (Jay Kontzle) resurfaced in Emmerdale after she discovered he had started seeing Gabby Thomas (Rosie Bentham). Following his marriage breakdown, Billy had put romance on hold, focusing on being a dad to Clemmie, Lucas, and Evan, and adjusting to seeing his ex with Joe Tate (Ned Porteous). Billy's single status gave Dawn the illusion she had moved on, but seeing him with housemate Gabby changed her emotions.
Dawn's Worry About Gabby's Pregnancy
Next week, Dawn's secret worry that Billy sees a long-term future with Gabby increases as she panics about Gabby possibly being pregnant. Dawn finds Gabby unconscious on the floor after a dizzy spell. She urges Gabby to get checked out, unaware the collapse stems from Gabby's poor relationship with food. During her appointment, Manpreet Sharma (Rebecca Sarker) discovers Gabby's blood pressure is low and suggests a pregnancy test for peace of mind.
Gabby Ditches Birth Control
When Gabby returns, Dawn hides her relief upon learning Gabby isn't carrying Billy's baby. However, she then learns Gabby has ditched her birth control pills, believing they negatively impact her clean living regime. Overstepping, Dawn calls Billy about this, later facing Gabby's angry wrath when Gabby discovers Dawn updated Billy on a private matter. Irritated, Gabby rants to Joe, stating Dawn still has feelings for Billy.
Billy Leans In for a Kiss
Meanwhile, Dawn finds a detention slip in Lucas's pocket, putting her and Billy back in comfortable mum and dad roles. Relaxing into old times, Billy leans in to kiss Dawn, but she pulls away just as Joe arrives. Dawn begins to wonder how much Joe actually saw. The next day, Joe calls an impromptu family lunch. Suspicious Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough) reckons Joe is up to something, but Joe refuses to give anything away.
According to the article, the situation leaves viewers questioning how much Joe knows about Dawn and Billy and what he will do with the information.
