Part of me thinks Thomas has jumped at the opportunity to get away from Mel for a bit, I can't imagine being stuck in the attic with her is all that much fun
I really see this testing their relationship big time, she has far too many jealousy issues etc I reckon. Plus how will she cope with her baby alone? She can barely manage a walk never mind being the sole carer 24hours a day. Hate to break it to you Mel but you'll be BEGGING for a routine when you have to do it yourself.
I actually get her wanting to live where she wants to live etc but she has to be realistic that for a while they might have to live in the UK and then down the line can move back to Ireland.
They apparently have a big group of friends but where have they all been? I've seen my friends almost every week pandemic or not (socially distanced and following the rules etc) like why can't you make the effort? Oh wait you're too lazy and need something else to moan about.