EastEnders is finally dropping clues about that 2027 flash-forward. Lauren and Peter look happy now. But hints of a secret affair suggest her marriage is doomed. The Branning family is heading for a massive New Year’s meltdown. Also, the truth about baby Ethan is finally coming out. Keep scrolling to learn more.
Lauren To Cheat Peter In EastEnders?
With the flash-forward episode, Max is placed at the centre as he prepares for another wedding. However, the identity of the new Mrs Branning isnt revealed yet. Even the pregnant woman beside him has been kept under wraps. However, the episode also focused on Lauren’s behaviour. It brings a lot of questions, especially once Ethan appeared in Jack’s care.
In the present timeline, Lauren and Peter’s marriage seems fine. However, it looks like their future has cracks between the couple. On New Year’s Day 2027, Lauren received a message. Acting in secrecy, she quietly slipped away. However, her father, the Branning man, sensed something was wrong and confronted her.
According to the latest theory, Lauren might be cheating on Peter. Also, Mark Fowler’s sudden presence makes him the strongest suspect. His arrival during the flash-forward placed him close to her.
Elsewhere, Mark Fowler Jr also flirted with her after being asked about the car lot job. However, Lauren reminded him that she was married, showing the ring. Despite this, Mark described Peter as a lucky man, adding to the uneasiness of the scene. And if the speculations are true, then this could be an early sign of trouble in her paradise.
There’s Another Major Reveal In The Flash-Forward Episode
The episode also focuses on the mystery surrounding Baby Ethan. Jack found a pregnancy test left in one of the bags brought to the meal. Initially, he doubted Lily. The Branning man thought she might be pregnant again. However, soon Lily clarified that it doesn’t belong to her. But soon it was revealed that Penny was going to be the new mum.
However, she insisted that the test result was negative. But soon Denise found the test in the bin, which forced Penny to admit she was pregnant. During the future scenes, Ethan was shown in Jack’s care.
And since then, viewers are trying to piece together his real parentage. Is Ethan Penny and Vinny’s child? And if yes, then why was he in Jack’s care? For more EastEnders spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.