In Emmerdale spoilers next week, Ross Barton is shocked when he realises son Moses is scared of him, leading to him making a big decision.

Ross returned to Emmerdale in October after six years away. He wasted no time in trying to get back with former flame Charity – who is the mother of Moses.

Ross attempted to kiss Charity and told her he wanted to move in with her and Moses. Charity, however, was adamant that her heart was with Mack and she only cared about Ross for Moses’ sake.

Ross has become determined to be a good dad to his son, but next week he is stopped in his tracks to learn that Moses is petrified of him. How will he deal with it?

Full Emmerdale spoilers for this story are below.

Ross realises Moses is scared of him (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale spoilers: Ross’s realisation

Since returning to Emmerdale, Ross has tried to be a good father to his son Moses. Having been involved in illegal underground fighting, Ross tried to give it up at Charity’s request.

However, it’s still not been plain sailing and next week Ross realises that Moses is actually petrified of him.

Knowing that he’s made Moses not want to be near him, Ross is defeated. But Charity is resolute as she sends him packing.

Charity sends Ross away (Credit: ITV)

Ross makes a decision

During Ross’s time away, Mack was been a father figure to Moses. Since being back, this has wound Ross up and the two men have shared plenty of angry words. Ross even punched Mack on one occasion.

Next week, following on from the realisation that his son is scared of him, Ross decides he has to make things right. 

However, when he once again observes the close bond between Mack and Moses, he decides to abandon his plans to reconcile with his son.

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