For Her Sins episode 2 teaser sees Laura suffer worrying flashback

For reasons unknown, Emily is enacting a revenge plot against Laura that risks tearing apart her loving family – and it appears that her latest trap has worked.

In the clip below, we learn that Laura never returned home from a night out with Emily, who spiked her drink and encouraged her to rekindle an old flame. The terrible truth begins to dawn in the clip below – watch now:

The emotional discussion sees Laura's husband, Rob (Duncan Pow), ask her if she's happy with their suburban life or if she yearns for the non-stop partying of their younger years.

She assures him that she couldn't be happier with their marriage and beloved children, but then recalls a steamy kiss shared the previous night with her ex, Tom (Ansu Kabia).

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Of course, this is in large part a consequence of Emily's scheming, but her motives are being kept under wraps for the time being. The only substantial hint so far is her connection to a boy named Jamie, who drowned at a holiday resort years earlier.

We may learn more about the character this evening, with the official episode synopsis teasing that a "mysterious man" from the previous night's party will approach Emily with a proposition. How will this affect her plans? Tune in to find out.

For Her Sins continues tonight at 9pm on Channel 5. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.

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