Emmerdale spoilers follow.
While it is a happy time for Marlon and Rhona in Emmerdale after the pair got engaged, an engagement party soon tests how well Marlon is coping after his stroke.
Vanessa suggests to Rhona that they throw an engagement party for her and Marlon over at The Woolpack.
Rhona is unsure that Marlon will appreciate the fuss given his condition and recovery, but she tentatively broaches the subject with him.
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Marlon has not been back in the Woolpack since his stroke, and the idea of being around everyone again there makes him feel uneasy.
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But while he has reservations, he does agree to go along, in part due to some words of wisdom from the dependable Paddy, and he and Rhona arrive at the pub for the celebrations.
Marlon is able to tell everyone there how much he loves Rhona and that he can't wait for their married life to start, and it feels like a joyous time has been had by everyone.
But while Marlon is all smiles on the surface, it looks as though he may not be coping as well with it all as he is making out. But will he tell Rhona if he is struggling?
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Marlon's stroke storyline has been acclaimed by viewers and has seen actor, Mark Charnock, nominated for numerous British Soap Awards.
But he recently revealed that the character of Marlon was nearly very different and that he was originally set to be a musclebound hunk – something he did not think he was the right fit for.
"They were going to have him as an absolute hunk, a beautiful, carved thing. At some point, someone said wouldn't it be funny if he was just an absolute dweeb who thought he was that? That was why I got the audition."
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Stroke Association has further information and support on stroke. You can call their helpline on 0303 3033 100 or visit their website at www.stroke.org.uk. Readers in the US can contact the American Stroke Association.
