Aaron Begins to Question John

According to Danny Miller, Aaron is starting to notice John’s increasingly erratic behaviour. John spends long periods away and goes on intense runs, something Aaron recognizes as a pattern John has used in the past to avoid responsibility.

“He puts two and two together and starts to work out that maybe Mackenzie and Robert are right about John,” Miller explained. Aaron’s growing doubts create tension as he struggles between loyalty to John and lingering feelings for Robert.

Robert’s Return Sparks Old Feelings

Robert’s comeback is pivotal for Aaron. Before Robert returned, Aaron believed his future lay with John. But now, with Robert back in the picture, Aaron finds himself torn. Miller describes Aaron’s internal conflict:

“He really wants to put his blinkers on, keep his eyes closed and just head for what he thinks is the love of his life,” he said. “Since Robert’s come back, it’s been a bit harder for him to believe in that, hence him cheating on John.”

For Aaron, Robert represents his genuine, true love — the partner he’s always needed despite their complicated past.

A Last-Ditch Attempt at Love

Before Aaron leaves with John to retreat to a remote cottage, Robert makes another attempt to convince him to stay. Miller calls it Robert’s last-ditch attempt to save Aaron from making the biggest mistake of his life.

Despite Robert’s pleas, Aaron initially pushes him away. Past hurts — including Robert handing himself into the police and cutting ties during his prison sentence — still weigh heavily on Aaron. Yet beneath the anger, Miller insists that Aaron and Robert are soulmates destined to be together.

“I do think they’re supposed to be together. They’ve always needed each other,” he said. “This is the opportunity for Robert to express that, and Aaron struggles because of their shared past, even though their hearts want the same thing.”

John’s Increasing Desperation

Standing in the way of the longed-for Robron reunion is John Sugden. His manipulations escalate, culminating in hunting down Mackenzie Boyd with a bow and arrow — a chilling reminder of his willingness to resort to violence.

“John’s back is well and truly against the wall,” Miller revealed. “He’s running out of options, and people are starting to close in. He’s not really got an escape route.”

John’s obsession with keeping Aaron under his control is fueled both by genuine love and a desire to win against Robert. Miller notes: “Whether it’s genuine true love with Aaron or John’s hatred toward Robert, he simply can’t lose the battle.”

What Fans Can Expect

With suspicions rising, past wounds resurfacing, and John growing ever more dangerous, the coming episodes promise high tension, emotional reunions, and thrilling drama. Viewers can expect Aaron to face life-threatening situations while grappling with the truth about his feelings for Robert.

As Danny Miller confirms, the Robron connection remains central to Aaron’s story. The ultimate fairytale ending, Miller hints, would see John leave the village and Aaron reunited with Robert — though, of course, in true soap fashion, the path to happiness will be anything but straightforward.