With the arrival of episode 4, we embark on a journey back to the vibrant year of 1991, marking nearly three years since Emma and Dex's fateful encounter in Edinburgh. Escaping the hustle and bustle of London, they've found solace on the serene beaches of Greece. Emma has made a conscious decision to maintain a strictly platonic relationship with Dex, vowing to avoid any sexual intimacy, kisses, or sharing the same bed.
Unfortunately, fate intervened when they discovered that the hotel they booked lacked additional beds, forcing them to violate their third rule. Nevertheless, both Emma and Dex cannot deny the unmistakable sexual and romantic tension that lingers between them.
As they reminisce about their first night together in Edinburgh, their memories are filled with warmth and longing. When Dex attempts to revisit the topic, Emma teasingly pretends to have forgotten the details, her playful facade hiding the underlying emotional connection that remains unresolved between them.
During dinner, the trio indulged in a revealing exchange, baring their innermost secrets. Dex bravely confessed to stealing a kiss from a fellow club-goer, while Emma confessed to Adam a sentiment that she had kept hidden until now. She revealed that before their official meeting in Edinburgh, she had harbored a profound infatuation with Dex, one that had even inspired her to compose a few tender poems about him. However, Adam was already privy to this information, having been tipped off by Emma's roommate, Tilly.
Dex, curious, inquired if Emma still harbored those same feelings for him. Emma hesitated, then lied, claiming that her sentiments had changed. As the episode unfolded, the scene shifted to a more relaxed, even romantic setting. Dex stripped off his clothes and plunged into the water, inviting Emma to join him for a spot of skinny dipping. Initially tentative, Emma eventually gave in to the impulse and chased after him, her hesitation turning to excitement.
In the waters' embrace, Dex confessed that he, too, had felt a spark of attraction towards Emma. But he admitted that he wasn't quite ready for a committed relationship. However, if Emma was open to exploring a more casual, unencumbered liaison, he was willing to embark on such an adventure. Emma, however, was displeased by this revelation. Her heart, which had been opening up to the possibility of something deeper, slammed shut. She stepped out of the water, leaving Dex alone, and the episode drew to a close on a note of unresolved tension and emotional complexity.
