The chemistry between Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden) and Callum Halfway Highway (Tony Clay) has been sizzling for months now in EastEnders and, as a result, the pair decided to go on a proper date in tonights episode. However, it didnt go according to plan thanks to Ben, as he ended up locking lips with another guy.
After sharing another passionate kiss in Fridays episode, Ben agreed to go on a proper date with Callum during tonights instalment. However, after Ian (Adam Woodyatt) and Jay (Jamie Borthwick) made comments about his history with men, Ben began to have second thoughts.
To make matters worse, Stuart (Ricky Champ) later paid Ben a visit, and pleaded with him not to hurt his brother. Afterwards, Ben had plenty of doubts rolling around in his head and, as a result, he was left unsure of what to do for the better. However, he ultimately resolved to go ahead and meet Callum.
Ben arrived with Jay and Lola (Danielle Harold) in tow, and Callum was gutted to learn that they werent going to be alone. If that wasnt hard enough, Ben made absolutely no effort at all during the date, and Callums heart — and the nations, for that matter — was left broken as a result.
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With Ben showing little interest, Callum resolved to leave, but Jay and Lola did their utmost to convince him otherwise, but he discovered Ben snogging another bloke in front of him, which put the final nail in the coffin for this date.
Although Callum put on a brave face, it was pretty clear that he was heartbroken by Bens actions.
Before the episodes conclusion, Ben sat at the bar — alone and forlorn — and it was here that it became appareRead More – Source