EastEnders fans are predicting bad boy Ben Mitchell is set for a major drugs spiral after he was seen taking an unidentified substance with his new love interest.Fans saw Ben reconnect with new hunk James at his shop after realizing the pair were old school friends, and initially rejected his advances.On tonight’s episode after a series of rejections and outbursts, Ben bumped into James and agreed to go for a drink.READ MORE: EastEnders Peter Beale star's life - model girlfriend, topless snaps and co-star bondBen witnessed James buying drugs from a stranger at Peggy’s and when the pair went back to Ben’s shop, James convinced Ben to join him, telling him it would “take the edge off.”Fans are now predicting this is just the start of a downward spiral for troubled Ben as he refuses to get mental health following his rape and the breakdown of his marriage to Callum.“Ben self sabotaging himself by taking drugs, this isn’t going to end well,” said one viewer. “are they doing crystal meth?? #EastEnders,” guessed another.
A third added: “Oh no Ben going to try drugs you’re just making it worse ben!! #EastEnders.” While a fourth said: “#EastEnders so is Ben going to get hooked on something for another drug addiction storyline?” Ben’s mental health descent continued in tonight’s episode after mum Kathy urged him to get help and he refused.
After apologizing to her for accidentally punching her in the face, Kathy warned Ben that if he doesn’t seek professional help, she would have to distance herself from him until he does.
Ben was further upset after witnessing a happy Callum headed on a fun night out after the pair were supposed to be on vacation together.
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