Carl Webster’s Christmas takes a messy turn in Coronation Street after he receives heartbreaking news and makes a decision he almost instantly regrets. Reeling from the loss of his mum Elaine, Carl drinks too much and ends up messaging James Bailey, dragging their secret affair back into the picture at the worst possible time.
A Drunken Message Reopens Old Feelings
Earlier this year, Carl Webster and James Bailey were involved in a secret affair that quietly fizzled out without any real closure. Although they stopped seeing each other, neither of them truly dealt with what had happened between them.
Everything changes when Carl learns that his mother, Elaine, has passed away. Struggling to cope with the shock, he turns to alcohol and, in a moment of weakness, reaches out to James.
Almost straight away, Carl regrets sending the message. However, once James sees it, there is no going back. The text brings all their unfinished business straight back to the surface.
In scenes airing across Christmas Eve and Christmas Day on Coronation Street, James does not react well to Carl’s sudden change of heart. Hurt by Carl’s on-again, off-again behaviour, he makes it clear that he has had enough of being messed around.
James Loses Patience With Carl’s Mixed Signals
James confronts Carl and warns that he could tell Abi about their affair. The threat leaves Carl panicked, knowing just how much damage the truth could cause if it comes out. The next day, Carl tries a different approach. He smooths things over, charms James, and suggests they forget the drama and have some fun together. Before long, the two are back in each other’s arms, restarting their affair.
While this is happening, Abi takes Alfie to see Kevin and reluctantly stays to watch a film when Kevin asks. Feeling awkward, she keeps trying to contact Carl, completely unaware that he is with James. Carl’s choice to give in to temptation puts him in a risky spot as the festive season continues. Actor Jonathan Howard has hinted that Carl may not escape the fallout from his behaviour.
Jonathan has suggested that things are not looking good for Carl and that his storyline is heading toward a big turning point. As Carl juggles James, Abi, and his own grief, it looks like the situation is only going to get more explosive. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for all the latest Coronation Street twists and festive drama.