Summer Bay is about to be rocked with emotional turmoil and high-stakes drama next week on Home and Away in the UK. Cohen’s life, along with Ru’s, faces a whirlwind of uncertainty when a man claiming to be

Cohen’s father suddenly arrives, sending shockwaves through the coastal town. With Ru in the midst of finalizing her adoption of Cohen—a boy she took in as an emergency foster placement following his mother

Samantha’s arrest back in July—this revelation threatens to upend the carefully constructed stability she has built for the young boy.

Ru’s Journey to Adoption Hits Turbulence

Ru’s journey with Cohen has been emotionally charged from the start. After Samantha relinquished all parental rights and with no father listed on Cohen’s birth certificate, Ru stepped in, offering him safety, stability, and love. Her attempts to locate any surviving family members began with Sarge David searching for Cohen’s maternal grandmother, whom Cohen vaguely remembered living in Canbor. Unfortunately, this search came to a heartbreaking halt when they discovered she had passed away just months earlier.

Left without other family options and with Samantha ignoring Cohen’s letters, Ru had no choice but to tell him the truth: his mother had given him up. Hoping to provide some stability in his life, Ru confided in Alf about her desire to adopt Cohen. Initially conflicted, Cohen slowly warmed to the idea after spending time with Alf and Ru during a calming fishing trip, where Ru reassured him that she would never try to replace his mother. Finally, Cohen agreed to become a permanent member of the Stewart family, seemingly finding a new sense of belonging.

However, as this week draws to a close, Ru is blindsided by news from the department: her adoption application has been unexpectedly delayed. Frustrated and seeking answers, Ru calls David, who drops a bombshell—there may be a living candidate for Cohen’s father.

A Shocking Discovery

Next week, tensions escalate when David explains to social worker Harper that during his review of Samantha’s criminal record, he found evidence of a man who had posted bail for her while she was pregnant with Cohen. This man, they realize, could potentially be Cohen’s father. Determined to protect Cohen but desperate for answers, Ru storms into the police station demanding information, only to be cautioned by David to remain calm until confirmation arrives.

At home, Alf and Marilyn attempt to shield Cohen from the growing tension, but the young boy is perceptive and immediately senses that something is amiss. Ru tries to protect him further, misleading Cohen by claiming the required DNA test is just a routine follow-up from his recent tonsillitis. But her protective instincts only grow stronger—she resolves to meet Cohen’s potential father face-to-face, determined to keep control of the situation.

Adrien Arrives in Summer Bay

Back in Yabi Creek, the man in question, Adrien PCEL, finally arrives at the police station. Greeted by David and Harper, Adrien admits that he has long suspected he might be Cohen’s father, even producing a photograph of Cohen as a newborn, which he has carried with him for years. Adrien explains that Samantha walked out on him when Cohen was only three months old, insisting he wasn’t the child’s father—but he has never stopped caring for Cohen.

Ru arrives mid-meeting, determined to intervene, but David firmly shuts her down: no discussions can happen until the DNA test results are in. Despite her frustration, Ru leaves with a renewed determination to ensure Cohen remains safe and secure with the Stewarts. Adrien later cooperates fully with the DNA test at the hospital, following the authorities’ instructions, though both David and Harper stress the importance of keeping him away from Cohen until confirmation of paternity is established.

An Unexpected Encounter on the Beach

Fate, however, has other plans. Adrien, having wandered into Summer Bay, spots Ru and Cohen near the beach. Before Ru can divert him, Adrien calls out to Cohen, introducing himself as potentially his father. The young boy is bewildered, and Ru reacts with fury, summoning Cash, who happens to witness the encounter and quickly intervenes to protect Cohen. Adrien reluctantly retreats, but the damage is already done—Cohen now knows he may have a father he never met, shaking the foundations of his world.

Following the incident, Adrien explains to David that his intention was simply to show Cohen that he had always cared, not to disrupt his life. While David reprimands Adrien for overstepping, he can sense the man’s genuine emotion. Cash later escorts Adrien back to his car, where Adrien recounts his past attempts to be part of Cohen’s life. Cash, though cautious, softens slightly, emphasizing the need for patience given all Cohen has already endured.

Cohen Demands Answers

Back at the Stewart household, Cohen, naturally curious and concerned, demands answers. Ru is forced to tell him that Adrien may indeed be his father. Cohen, now confronted with the possibility of losing his place with Ru, is visibly unsettled. Ru reassures him, however, that regardless of the DNA results, he is safe with her and doesn’t need to worry about being sent away.

Social worker Harper, meanwhile, is alarmed by the revelation. If the DNA test confirms Adrien as Cohen’s father, the young boy could face yet another upheaval in his already tumultuous life. Harper visits Summer Bay House to check on Cohen, only to find that his mind is resolutely made up—he wants to remain with Ru, no matter what.

A Tense Future for the Stewarts

Ru begins to understand the implications of Adrien’s potential claim. Despite her role as Cohen’s foster carer, she recognizes that Adrien could legally challenge the adoption. The Stewarts are now faced with an uncertain future—one where love, legality, and parental rights collide. As tensions mount, viewers are left to wonder: will Cohen stay with the Stewarts, or will Adrien push for custody? How will Ru navigate the challenge of keeping the boy she has grown to love safe and secure while the legal system determines his future?

Conclusion

Next week on Home and Away, Summer Bay is set to explode with drama, emotional confrontations, and heart-wrenching decisions. From Ru’s struggle to secure Cohen’s future, Adrien’s sudden and heartfelt arrival, to Cohen’s own emotional turmoil, the week promises high stakes, tension, and the kind of storytelling that keeps fans riveted. The coming episodes will test loyalty, love, and family bonds like never before—reminding viewers why Home and Away remains a cornerstone of compelling soap opera drama.

As Cohen faces the possibility of meeting a biological father he never knew, the Stewarts must confront the fragility of foster care and the complexities of family in all its forms. Summer Bay’s residents are sure to be pulled into the emotional storm, making for a week that fans will not soon forget.