There is chaos in EastEnders next week. Nigel Bates will receive shocking news. A shulk of foxes brutally kills his beloved chickens. David Peckham, Posh and Sporty are all dead now. They were in Albert Square for a short time. However, everybody loved them. They brought humour to Walford. Sometimes their noisy presence also created problems for the residents. It includes Phil Mitchell. He couldn’t handle their endless crowing. Keep scrolling to learn more.
EastEnders’ Nigel Blames Himself
The chicken’s story has been ongoing for weeks now. Nigel accidentally left the coop gate open last month. It allowed David Peckham to wander freely in Albert Square. The cockerel also found his way to Yolande Trueman’s bridal shower. It created an unforgettable moment. However, Julie Bates rescued him and brought him home.
Nigel is horrified when he sees his chickens dead. It was a new chapter for Nigel and Julie, but it has now turned into a heartbreak. However, the guilt occupies him. Nigel blames himself for the chickens’ deaths and argues with Julie after realising he left the gate open.
Julie tries to calm him down, but she feels stuck between his anger and despair. Things began to change between them after the chickens entered their lives. But now that they are gone, it could bring tensions back into their life.
At the same time, Nigel notices something. Julie has been making mysterious phone calls to somebody. She explains that she is waiting for news regarding her job. However, Nigel doesn’t believe her. He feels there is something else going on. This secrecy makes their relationship sour once again. Julie tries to sort things out, but it is all in vain.
Nigel struggles to cope with the situation. He then asks his old mate Phil Mitchell to take him away for a drive. They left for a drive in the countryside in the Morris Minor. Phil believes it’s just a distraction for Nigel. However, Nigel has some other motive. He wants to revisit a part of his past. He wants to see a time capsule that he buried years ago with Grant Mitchell.
Phil And Nigel’s Secret Trip
A surprise turn occurs during the trip. Nigel and Phil find the exact spot where the capsule was buried. They uncover childhood mementoes, sparking nostalgia. The discovery gave both of them a chance to reflect on their lives.
They return to Albert Square. However, Julie feels sidelined by Nigel and Phil’s bond. She doesn’t like the fact that her husband is finding joy in his friendship with Phil.. She feels she is coping with the loss of chickens alone. Their marriage is now under pressure again.
The fox attack will mark an end to their chickens, but could also put cracks in their relationship. Will Julie and Nigel be able to reconcile? For more EastEnders spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.