Honestly? Be a little mad. Be annoyed that you invested two seasons of emotional energy into a man who’s now apparently commuting to a new life off-screen. But also be curious.
Think about the real world lesson here: people come and go, even in Poplar. Matthew Aylward was a great character, but he’s not the first rose in the garden. Remember when everyone was obsessed with Sister Evangelina? Yeah, we moved on.
So pour yourself a cup of tea, grab a digestive biscuit, and enjoy the drama. The midwives will keep delivering, the babies will keep crying, and Matthew Aylward will probably show up in a 1970s spin-off, looking distinguished with a beard. Until then, I’ll be here, ironically gripping my pillow, waiting for the next plot twist. You know you will be, too.
