Emmerdale viewers issued a demand as Caleb Milligan's secret was finally unveiled.
Viewers have been convinced something more sinister has been at play since the character, played by Will Ash, arrived in the fictional Yorkshire village. Fan concern was proven to be true in the latest show as Caleb was revealed to Frank Tate's long lost son.
He has returned to the Dales as part of a plot to claim Home Farm from Kim Tate. A second twist in Thursday's episode unveiled that Nicky was Caleb's son and had got access to Home Farm to gain information for his dad.
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Viewers were in disbelief after the twist and were confused as they questioned whether Faith Dingle had a fling with Frank. Louise said: "Does this mean Frank had a dalliance with Faith??"
Avni added: "So Frank had a kid with Faith Dingle I’m confused" Georgina posted: "So is Caleb a Dingle? Did Faith have a thing with Frank Tate?"
The episode aired at an earlier slot at 7pm as ITV broadcast England vs Brazil in the Women's Finalissima. Emmerdale was formerly broadcast at this slot and viewers took to Twitter to they urge ITV to revert to the previous schedule.
Mike said: "I preferred #Emmerdale at 7pm.. it should return to that time slot and have the news on at 7.30pm - 8pm" Cat added: "It is so fantastic to have Emmerdale on at the correct time tonight. IT SHOULD ALWAYS BE ON AT 7 PM."
Declan posted: "So much better having #Emmerdale on at 7:00 @ITV need to change it back.
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