ITV Emmerdale confirms new romance twist for two characters as they bond over tragic death

In a poignant twist on Emmerdale, Thursday's episode revealed the burgeoning connection between Liam Cavanagh (portrayed by Jonny McPherson) and Ella Forster (Paula Lane) deepen as they navigated through their sorrow together.

Earlier in the week, Ella was consumed by grief when she learned of her baby's loss. This heartbreak followed an earlier reluctance to allow Liam, the father of her unborn child, to be present at an upcoming scan.

However, a series of transport mishaps unexpectedly enabled Liam to accompany Ella to the medical appointment, where stress ensued after the sonographer failed to locate a foetus during the scan.

Confusion escalated quickly, with Liam becoming incensed and confronting Ella with accusations of deception about her pregnancy.

"Ella, you're not pregnant and you never were," he lashed out. "That's why you didn't want me to tag along. It makes perfect sense now.", reports the Express.

Still in anger upon his return to the village, Liam remained oblivious that Ella had indeed been truthful regarding her condition.

It was not until Ella spoke with Manpreet Sharma (Rebecca Sarker) that the brutal reality came to light she had experienced a silent miscarriage, known medically as a blighted ovum or anembryonic pregnancy.

The revelation struck Liam hard, carrying with it a tidal wave of regret and self-reproach.

Seeking solace, Liam opened up to Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley), confessing his "ashamed" state over his treatment of Ella, acknowledging his failings.

Later in the village, Ella and Liam had a chance encounter. The GP invited Ella to unwind as he admitted his reluctance to be alone after their tragic loss of a baby.

The two found solace in each other's company, with Ella attributing the