Sure! Here’s a 700-word Emmerdale scene based on the headline:
“ITV Emmerdale ‘CONFIRMS’ John Sugden’s next victim – and it’s NOT Mack” — full of suspense, drama, and deadly twists.
INT. EMERDALE VILLAGE HALL – NIGHT
The room is dimly lit, the smell of dust and stale coffee hanging in the air. The village’s community meeting is winding down. Locals like CHAS DINGLE, AL, and KERRY WYNN linger, chatting and tidying up. JOHN SUGDEN lurks in the background, his eyes darting around, calculating, planning.
He’s always been a quiet presence in the village, a man with a secret, a reputation that precedes him. But tonight, something’s different. He’s biding his time, watching, waiting. His next move is coming. And it’s not the person everyone thinks.
AL (grinning):
Right, I’ll see you all at the pub later. Can’t say no to a pint after a hard meeting.
KERRY (rolling her eyes):
You and your pint, Al. You’ll be lucky if you don’t end up face down in it, the way you’ve been looking tonight.
JOHN (stepping forward, voice low):
I’ll take care of things here, Kerry.
Kerry gives him a strange look but nods and heads out. The rest of the villagers filter out of the hall, unaware of the tension thickening in the air. John looks around, confirming that the room is almost empty. MACK is not his target tonight. But there’s someone else. Someone who has crossed him.
JOHN (to himself):
You’ll regret crossing me, won’t you?
INT. EMERDALE VILLAGE – OUTSIDE THE VILLAGE HALL – SAME NIGHT
SAM DINGLE steps out, stretching his arms. He’s just finished his shift at the farm and is ready to call it a night. He looks around, noticing the quietness of the village. His eyes narrow when he sees JOHN coming out of the hall, wiping his hands on his coat.
SAM (nodding):
John. What’s going on? You still here?
JOHN (smiling, hiding his intentions):
Just finishing up. Long day. I thought I’d get some fresh air before heading back to the farm.
SAM (chuckling):
Fresh air in Emmerdale at this hour? That’s a first.
John’s smile doesn’t reach his eyes. He tilts his head as he watches Sam, the gears in his mind turning.
JOHN (calmly):
Yeah, well, the night’s got a strange way of revealing things.
SAM:
Don’t tell me. You got some spooky story, John? You’ve been reading too many of those ghost books you like so much.
John’s eyes flash with something colder, something darker.
JOHN (grinning):
Something like that.
Before Sam can respond, JOHN steps closer, his voice now a low whisper.
JOHN:
It’s funny, isn’t it? You think you know someone. You think you’re safe. Then, bam—everything changes.
Sam frowns, clearly confused by John’s cryptic words.
SAM:
What are you on about, mate?
But before Sam can react, JOHN grabs him by the collar, pushing him hard against the wall of the hall. Sam struggles, his breath coming out in quick gasps.
SAM (panicking):
Oi, let go! What’s wrong with you?!
John tightens his grip, his face inches from Sam’s.
JOHN (whispering fiercely):
You’ve been too nosy, Sam. You’ve seen too much. And now… now you’re going to pay for it.
Sam tries to free himself, but John is too strong. The sound of footsteps approaching makes John pause. He looks over his shoulder, eyes narrowing.
JOHN:
This isn’t over.
He releases Sam with a shove, pushing him back against the wall. Sam gasps for air, stunned and frightened.
SAM (angry, catching his breath):
You’re mad, you are. What’s wrong with you?
John looks at him one last time, his cold smile lingering.
JOHN:
Just making sure you stay out of my way, Sam. Remember this night. Remember who warned you.
He steps back and disappears into the shadows, leaving Sam standing there, shaken and confused.
INT. THE WoolPACK – LATER THAT NIGHT
MACK is sitting at the bar, nursing a pint. His usual cocky smile is replaced with a hint of unease, his mind racing. He knows John Sugden too well to ignore the signs. John’s up to something — something dangerous. But who’s next?
As Mack takes another sip, his phone buzzes. He checks the screen.
TEXT MESSAGE: Be careful. John’s not after you tonight. Sam’s in his sights.
Mack’s eyes widen, his grip tightening on the glass. He throws some money on the bar, stands up, and bolts out the door.
EXT. EMERDALE VILLAGE – SAME NIGHT
Sam is still standing outside, dazed and confused. He doesn’t see MACK rushing toward him until it’s too late.
MACK (shouting):
Sam! You alright?
Sam turns, looking surprised.
SAM:
Mack? What’s going on?
MACK (panting):
Get inside. Now. John’s after you. I’ve seen what he’s capable of. He’s dangerous.
Sam stares at Mack, trying to process the information.
SAM:
You’re telling me John? But he just—he just—
MACK (cutting him off):
I know. Trust me. Get inside, Sam. Now.
They hurry toward the village hall, knowing John Sugden’s next move is already in motion.
FADE OUT.
Let me know if you’d like to explore where this twist leads! Maybe John’s plans unravel or Sam and Mack team up to uncover his dark secrets? 🔪🕵️♂️👀
