Coronation Street fans were thrilled to see Carla Connor and Lisa Swain take a huge step forward in their relationship. But while the romantic milestone had viewers swooning, there was one surprising detail that didn’t go unnoticed, and it left a few loyal fans just a little bit irked.
A Chaotic Love Story
For Carla and Lisa, aka Swarla to us, this new chapter didn’t come easy. Their romance started at an unlikely time, when Lisa was investigating the disappearance of Lauren Bolton and Roy Cropper. Yet in the midst of the storm, Carla and Lisa grew close, and found comfort in each other.
By late last year, after months of stolen glances and unspoken feelings, the pair finally shared a kiss that sent viewers into a frenzy. But if fans thought it would be smooth sailing from there, they were in for a reality check. Carla faced health battles earlier this year, triggering the return of her murderous brother, Rob Donovan. Still, the pair stuck it out.
Coronation Street: One Big Piece Is Missing
Fast forward to Monday’s episode, and it was finally a moving day for the Connor-Swain household! The couple packed up Carla’s Victoria Court flat and began a new chapter together at none other than No. 6 Coronation Street. It was Yasmeen Nazir’s former abode, now ready for fresh memories.
The mood was light, the vibe romantic, and fans were absolutely loving it. And to top it off, Carla had a sweet surprise. Lisa had invited Ryan Connor to move in with them, too. It was a touching moment that made the house feel less like a fresh start and more like a true home. But fans couldn’t stop asking one question, where on earth was Betsy?
Coronation Street Viewers Raise Eyebrows
No one expected drama-free bliss in Weatherfield. But viewers were still left scratching their heads over Betsy’s absence from the moving scenes. After all, this was a major family milestone. Shouldn’t Lisa’s daughter have been front and centre, helping with boxes or at least getting a mention? Fans quickly took to social media to voice their confusion.
@_shanjeffery wondered aloud, “How and why wouldn’t they have Betsy on screen while they’re moving into number 6?” And @Louise101050 chimed in with, “Can’t understand why Betsy wasn’t involved in today’s episode.” @LIAM8268661 pointed out the silence, “They didn’t even mention her, not even a comment about her skipping out.”
Fans Still Rooting for Swarla
Despite the slight irritation, the overall response to Carla and Lisa’s move was overwhelmingly positive. For many, this was a landmark moment for Corrie itself. Seeing Swarla thrive and commit to their future together gave viewers the kind of warm-and-fuzzy feelings soaps are made for.
That said, it’s clear fans are emotionally invested in seeing the entire Connor-Swain family, Betsy included, grow together on-screen. This may have been a rare misstep, but the audience is hoping for more rounded scenes moving forward. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for all your Corrie scoops, spoilers, and fan chatter!