Emmerdale's Laurel And Ross Reach A Painful Turning Point

Laurel Thomas makes a life changing decision this week when she brings her relationship with Ross Barton to an end.

After weeks of growing complications, Laurel finally accepts that their fling cannot continue. Despite the chemistry between them, the reality of their situation becomes impossible to ignore.

The decision comes as emotions are running high for both characters. Ross has enjoyed spending time with Laurel, but neither can escape the fact that their relationship has created tension and uncertainty.

Meanwhile, a misunderstanding threatens to make matters even worse.

When Kim Tate spots Sam Dingle leaving Laurel's house, she quickly jumps to the wrong conclusion and becomes convinced the pair are secretly having an affair. The suspicion adds another layer of drama to an already complicated situation.

For Laurel, ending things with Ross is far from easy. However, she believes it is the right thing to do before anybody gets hurt.

Ross, meanwhile, is left wondering whether there is any chance of changing her mind.

Has Laurel really closed the door on their romance for good?

Or could their story be far from over?