Coronation Street fans are anticipating Peter Barlow’s (Chris Gascoyne) exit anytime soon. The show has finally revealed Peter’s exit storyline. The plot turns out to be extremely saddening for Peter-Carla fans. It seems like they are on two different paths. Peter will leave the cobbles by the end of this year, but not with Carla Connor (Alison King). Stephen’s death has surely affected both of them in equal measure, but they are choosing two different ways to deal with it. Viewers have to see how this emotional departure plot unfolds.
Coronation Street: Peter’s Emotional Exit Plot, Carla Leaves Him In A Terrible Spot
In Coronation Street, Peter Barlow and Carla Connor have gradually begun to choose diverging paths. Stephen’s death has truly affection the lives of both of them. Since Stephen’s death, Carla is trying her best to save the Underworld, but it’s still a total mess. In the November 8, 2023, episode of Coronation Street, Carla understands that if the team fails to complete an important order, everyone’s jobs will be at risk. Carla, along with Sarah (Tina O’Brien), lied about the team being paid in order to improve morale.
The workers went on strike after Beth (Lisa George) texted Izzy (Cherylee Houston) that Stephen had stolen the money from the Underworld account and it wouldn’t be restored. A guilty Peter decided to help Carla. He also called a few Underworld employees back but made up the numbers by taking help from Simon, Roy, Evelyn, and Nina. While they were working in the night, Peter had a moment with Carla during a break. He expressed his idea of leaving Coronation Street together as his friend abroad is looking for new staff members for his work.
Carla eventually declined his offer. She went back on a client call declaring that packing up her life in Weatherfield and leaving next week wasn’t an option. This whole situation left Peter in a terrible spot as he surely loves Carla, but staying is not an option for him too. The longer he chooses to stay, the longer he will find himself stuck with the memories of Stephen’s death. So, will Peter leave Cobbles without Carla? Also, will he accept his friend’s job offer and start a life on his own? Let us see what the ending of 2023 holds for Peter. For more Coronation Street updates, stay tuned to the TV Season & Spoilers!