Emmerdale spoilers follow.
Emmerdale has confirmed that Joe Tate's shocking plan will finally become clear next week.
After weeks of speculation about what Joe is really up to, fans can expect some answers in tense scenes.
Viewers have seen Joe hiding a mysterious health condition ever since he returned to the village at Christmas.
Mysteriously, Joe also spiked his half-brother Noah Dingle in order to take him to see a dodgy doctor at a private hospital. This sparked speculation that Joe could be searching for a possible donor to save his life.
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Next week, Joe continues to conceal his health issue around Home Farm.
In an unexpected u-turn, Joe also remains cold towards his secret lover Dawn Fletcher. When Dawn tries to tempt Joe into a romantic rendezvous, he rejects her efforts and seems determined to suddenly keep her at arm's length.
One reason for this is that Joe wants to keep Dawn away from a mystery suitcase that he has stashed in his room.
After Dawn finally gives up and leaves Joe alone, viewers see the ruthless businessman open the case to reveal its contents.
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Later, Joe appears to be succumbing to his illness as he looks worse than ever.
When Joe answers the door to Dr Crowley, they talk things through and their sinister plan is finally shared with the Emmerdale audience. What are they plotting?
Ned Porteous, who plays Joe, previously teased: "Joe has always been a character with a dark side, but there could be something much bigger at play here. Joe is back for a reason, and the devastation at Home Farm is just the beginning of a much bigger story."
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Emmerdale's producer Laura Shaw added: "We are thrilled to welcome Ned back to the village as the complex and captivating Joe Tate. From the moment Joe arrives on screen, it's clear there's trouble ahead but Joe's hiding an even darker secret."
Emmerdale airs these scenes on Monday, March 17 on ITV1 and ITVX.
Emmerdale airs on weeknights at 7.30pm on ITV1, and streams on ITVX.
