EastEnders is never short of heartbreak. This week, it’s Callum Highway in the spotlight. He thought Johnny Carter’s return would bring joy. Instead, it sparks pure chaos. With Ben Mitchell still in prison, Callum is torn. The fallout could reach every corner of the Square. Keep scrolling to learn more.
EastEnders’ Callum’s Jealousy Boils Over
Johnny is back in the Square. He’s been away for weeks on a cruise with his mum, Linda. Callum can’t hide how much he has missed him. It all came flooding back. But just when Callum let himself believe things could be simple, he got a crushing surprise. He spotted Johnny on a date at The Albert.
That one sight just shattered his entire mood. His heart just sank. He knows he has no right to feel betrayed. But he can’t stop himself from feeling it. Callum masks it, but his friends notice the strain in his eyes. Later, Johnny helps Callum during a delicate moment. It was with his stepdaughter, Lexi. The tenderness between them makes everything more complicated.
Callum feels pulled in two directions. He feels guilty about Ben. He also feels an irresistible pull towards Johnny. He replays their stolen moments in his head. He’s desperate for more. The Square has become a minefield of emotions. Every corner reminds him of Johnny.
Trouble Ahead
Johnny’s return doesn’t just test his marriage. It risks starting another Mitchell war. Phil already showed how violent he could be. That was when he discovered their fling. If the truth spreads again, Callum could be walking into a storm. It’s a storm far bigger than just heartbreak.
Then there is Ben. His release is looming. He is bound to learn what’s been going on. Walford insiders say the fallout could be explosive. More than just Callum and Johnny will be caught in the crossfire. Stuart Highway’s return at Jonno’s funeral could also complicate matters. Callum will have to face family pressures. This is in addition to his romantic ones.
The timing could not be worse. Instead, it could expose the cracks in his marriage. Callum will be forced to look Ben in the eye. He will know full well what he’s been hiding. If the truth comes out at the funeral, the drama could overshadow the entire event. Phil’s rage is another ticking time bomb. He is not the sort to forgive. Johnny is still in his firing line. A single slip from Callum or Johnny could set him off again. The whole Square would feel the shockwaves. For more EastEnders spoilers and updates, follow Soap Opera Daily.