A Terrifying Pursuit
Fans are still reeling after John Sugden’s (Oliver Farnworth) relentless pursuit of Mackenzie Boyd (Lawrence Robb) through the woods. The intense chase has left viewers questioning one major thing: is Mack even alive?
Earlier in the episode, Mack discovered one of John’s dark secrets while hiding in his van. He found a scrapbook linking John to Nate Robinson’s tragic death—a shocking revelation that could unravel John’s carefully crafted lies. As fans remember, John accidentally killed Nate last year and manipulated a man named Owen to take the blame through a staged suicide note.
Clues That Could Change Everything
Inside the scrapbook, Mack saw a photo of John with Ben, the man tasked with moving Nate’s belongings to Shetland. The discovery set the stage for the high-stakes confrontation that followed. John, always calculating, quickly escalated the situation as he drove Mack away from the village, leading to the nerve-wracking chase through the woods.
Viewers were on edge as it seemed Mack might escape. But John’s sinister warning—he’s “always one step ahead”—foreshadowed the violent climax. In a chilling scene, John shoots a crossbow at Mack’s chest. Mack pleads for his life, promising not to expose John, only to apparently be struck over the head with a rock and stashed in John’s van.
Fans Speculate on Mack’s Fate
Since the shocking events, fans have debated Mack’s fate online. Some point to John’s cryptic “deer” metaphor, where he told Aaron that “the deer was buried,” fueling fears that Mack might really be dead. Others suspect John could have hidden him elsewhere, considering the practical risk of keeping him close to the cottage.
At the secluded cottage, Aaron discovered a locked room, raising more questions. Could Mack be inside? On Reddit, fans debated the possibilities. One user suggested: “Do we think Mack’s alive, bound and gagged behind that door?” Another replied: “I feel like he is somewhere else. Too risky to keep him that close. But I would like him to be behind the door.”
Yet another theory points to John’s past. Some fans believe the locked room could be John’s childhood bedroom, filled with old possessions. If Mack were held there, he might make too much noise, alerting Aaron. The speculation keeps fans glued to every frame, eagerly anticipating the next reveal.
The Threat to Aaron
The drama doesn’t stop with Mack. Upcoming episodes hint at Aaron being in danger. Jealous over Robert Sugden, John plans to drug his husband to keep him under control. The tension in the cottage is rising, and viewers are left wondering how much longer Aaron can avoid John’s manipulations.
