1 00:00:45,920 --> 00:00:47,220 Remind me of your name again? 2 00:00:47,420 --> 00:00:48,420 I did not give it. 3 00:00:52,640 --> 00:00:53,640 Sophie Peck. 4 00:00:55,940 --> 00:00:57,640 Well, Sophie Peck. 5 00:00:58,320 --> 00:01:03,380 We are only a few hours away from London, but if you wish to continue 6 00:01:03,380 --> 00:01:06,680 silence, I believe we can stretch this ride out into eternity. 7 00:01:07,380 --> 00:01:10,160 We are not so near to London. Look at the constellations. 8 00:01:12,540 --> 00:01:13,800 Also, it is going to rain. 9 00:01:14,990 --> 00:01:20,770 I do not think so. You're going to write. That was myth. 10 00:01:22,770 --> 00:01:23,770 And that? 11 00:01:24,790 --> 00:01:26,010 A collection of myths. 12 00:01:47,340 --> 00:01:49,620 I fear we cannot go any faster in this weather. 13 00:01:50,800 --> 00:01:54,400 I have a cottage not far from here. We can wait out the rain there. 14 00:01:56,060 --> 00:01:59,080 Are you well? 15 00:01:59,420 --> 00:02:00,420 I'm well. 16 00:02:01,640 --> 00:02:03,360 Excellent, in fact. You are injured. 17 00:02:03,560 --> 00:02:04,560 I'm not injured. 18 00:02:06,020 --> 00:02:12,500 I may have earned a small 19 00:02:12,500 --> 00:02:14,600 bruise from my conversation with Gavinder. 20 00:02:21,230 --> 00:02:22,230 And here we are. 21 00:02:23,570 --> 00:02:24,810 Is this your cottage? 22 00:02:25,050 --> 00:02:26,310 That is my stable. 23 00:02:27,370 --> 00:02:29,110 My cottage is farther up the way. 24 00:02:35,830 --> 00:02:38,970 Cottage feels somewhat... ...inflated. 25 00:03:00,780 --> 00:03:04,040 The Crafteries should be here. They take care of the house and grounds. You do 26 00:03:04,040 --> 00:03:05,820 have to use your own cottage, do you not? 27 00:03:06,420 --> 00:03:09,940 It's not me to carry keys. Someone should be... It's here. 28 00:03:15,340 --> 00:03:17,420 Perhaps the Crafteries keep a spare key somewhere. 29 00:03:18,380 --> 00:03:20,340 I'm certain they will return at any moment. 30 00:03:21,720 --> 00:03:26,740 If they did leave, it's as likely they got caught in the storm as well. 31 00:03:27,040 --> 00:03:29,740 In which case, we can always retreat to the... 32 00:03:37,649 --> 00:03:39,750 I climbed through the window. 33 00:03:39,990 --> 00:03:41,230 Servants are resourceful. 34 00:04:03,080 --> 00:04:04,080 I need to get warm. 35 00:04:05,140 --> 00:04:06,880 I shall build up the fire. 36 00:04:07,100 --> 00:04:09,520 You do not have to do the housework. 37 00:04:09,760 --> 00:04:10,760 I shall do it. 38 00:04:11,280 --> 00:04:12,520 Have you ever lit a fire before? 39 00:04:13,140 --> 00:04:14,180 Let's not take a genius. 40 00:04:15,400 --> 00:04:16,839 Wood meet flame. 41 00:04:19,700 --> 00:04:23,800 A fire... ...meet flame. 42 00:04:30,020 --> 00:04:31,300 I see. 43 00:04:56,110 --> 00:04:57,110 Very well. 44 00:04:57,890 --> 00:04:58,970 Where are the servants' rooms? 45 00:04:59,690 --> 00:05:01,530 That is where the Crabtree is today. 46 00:05:02,350 --> 00:05:04,130 You will be sleeping in a guest bedroom. 47 00:05:04,350 --> 00:05:05,350 That is unnecessary. 48 00:05:05,390 --> 00:05:06,730 I am more than happy to sleep upstairs. 49 00:05:07,030 --> 00:05:09,630 But if you knew Mrs Crabtree, you would know that she would not be happy with a 50 00:05:09,630 --> 00:05:10,710 stranger in her part of the house. 51 00:05:11,610 --> 00:05:12,610 Follow me. 52 00:05:19,830 --> 00:05:21,090 The bed is decent enough. 53 00:05:25,280 --> 00:05:27,680 And you are welcome to wear anything in the wardrobe. 54 00:05:45,740 --> 00:05:48,820 You did not mention there was a lady of the house. It wouldn't be right for me 55 00:05:48,820 --> 00:05:49,820 to wear her clothing. 56 00:05:50,240 --> 00:05:51,540 Those dresses belong to my sisters. 57 00:05:51,880 --> 00:05:53,360 And they are old. They will not mind. 58 00:05:53,980 --> 00:05:54,980 Oh. 59 00:05:55,100 --> 00:05:56,100 Thank you. 60 00:05:57,840 --> 00:05:58,840 I'm going to bed. 61 00:05:59,660 --> 00:06:02,840 Your injury. I can make a compress if you... Thank you, but I assure you it is 62 00:06:02,840 --> 00:06:03,840 nothing. Good night. 63 00:06:57,000 --> 00:06:58,000 Mr. Bridgerton? 64 00:06:58,660 --> 00:06:59,660 Sir? 65 00:07:02,440 --> 00:07:03,480 Are you unwell? 66 00:07:05,400 --> 00:07:06,400 Sir? 67 00:07:08,560 --> 00:07:09,560 Mr. 68 00:07:10,360 --> 00:07:11,380 Bridgerton, you are burning up. 69 00:07:14,180 --> 00:07:17,220 This is hardly a bruise. Why did you not say anything? 70 00:08:33,610 --> 00:08:34,850 Do not leave me. 71 00:08:36,210 --> 00:08:38,169 Do not leave me again. 72 00:08:40,610 --> 00:08:41,610 My lady. 73 00:09:02,860 --> 00:09:03,860 Kiss me. 74 00:09:26,760 --> 00:09:28,600 Dearest gentle reader, 75 00:09:29,340 --> 00:09:36,160 Like a butterfly that slaps its wings in London, causing a tempest at land's 76 00:09:36,160 --> 00:09:42,160 end, it seems that the dismissal of a single housemaid from Penwood House some 77 00:09:42,160 --> 00:09:48,420 months ago has invited disorder even this author could not have anticipated. 78 00:09:49,780 --> 00:09:56,500 So skilled was this maid, apparently, that Lady Penwood was in need of four 79 00:09:56,500 --> 00:09:58,620 new maids to replace her. 80 00:10:00,840 --> 00:10:07,640 And where better to find new maids than amongst the 81 00:10:07,640 --> 00:10:11,240 well -trained staff of neighbours and friends? 82 00:10:12,500 --> 00:10:19,000 Lady Penwood is said to have enticed Lady Keswick's ladies' maids with 83 00:10:19,000 --> 00:10:20,180 of better pay. 84 00:10:22,380 --> 00:10:28,260 One of Lady Hamilton's laundry maids was the allure of prettier dresses. 85 00:10:30,350 --> 00:10:36,210 and poached not two but three housemaids from the Marquess of Leicester. 86 00:10:37,650 --> 00:10:43,630 With a shortage of capable staff already plaguing the ton, it seems 87 00:10:43,630 --> 00:10:50,570 Mayfair has fallen into disarray. I hear Lady Keswick has even 88 00:10:50,570 --> 00:10:57,030 resorted to asking her scullery maid to do her hair, leading to rather 89 00:10:57,030 --> 00:10:58,690 unpleasant results. 90 00:10:59,690 --> 00:11:06,350 Now the demand for the best help has soared to new heights, the tempest 91 00:11:06,350 --> 00:11:11,070 growing as each household attempts to replenish their ranks. 92 00:11:11,610 --> 00:11:16,450 And so the great maid war has begun. 93 00:11:17,890 --> 00:11:24,830 Who could have imagined that so very much would be upended by 94 00:11:24,830 --> 00:11:27,650 one unassuming maid? 95 00:11:31,600 --> 00:11:34,320 Perhaps the lady came over for tea. 96 00:11:35,000 --> 00:11:40,940 But the tea made her drowsy. Too drowsy to retire to her own room. 97 00:11:45,460 --> 00:11:48,420 Oh, good morning. Pay me no heed. 98 00:11:49,140 --> 00:11:53,140 Good morning, Mrs Crabtree. 99 00:11:54,920 --> 00:11:57,260 Oh, this is Sophie. 100 00:11:58,350 --> 00:12:02,870 An unchaperoned lady and unidentified injuries. 101 00:12:03,330 --> 00:12:04,790 He's on the mend, I assure you. 102 00:12:09,930 --> 00:12:12,430 Mr Crabtree, Sophie, would you give us a moment? 103 00:12:19,530 --> 00:12:25,570 If your mother knew how you... We went to visit our daughter. 104 00:12:26,480 --> 00:12:27,900 But we got caught in the storm. 105 00:12:28,700 --> 00:12:33,540 But had we known Mr. Bridgerton was here, we would have returned at once. 106 00:12:37,020 --> 00:12:38,020 Oh. 107 00:12:39,180 --> 00:12:40,640 Oh, that poor dear girl. 108 00:12:40,840 --> 00:12:44,560 And she came to my aid last night, so she should be treated as our guest. Of 109 00:12:44,560 --> 00:12:45,560 course. 110 00:12:45,920 --> 00:12:46,920 Of course. 111 00:12:54,460 --> 00:12:55,460 Mrs. Watson. 112 00:12:58,380 --> 00:13:00,380 You are happy here, are you not? 113 00:13:00,620 --> 00:13:04,560 Of course, my lady. This has made wars better. You have nothing to worry about, 114 00:13:04,660 --> 00:13:05,399 ma 'am. 115 00:13:05,400 --> 00:13:06,500 This is my household. 116 00:13:06,880 --> 00:13:09,700 If there were ever any rumblings, they would be dealt with by me. 117 00:13:10,840 --> 00:13:11,840 Thank you. 118 00:13:15,260 --> 00:13:19,080 Francesca, would you and Lord Kilmartin like to accompany me in my carriage to 119 00:13:19,080 --> 00:13:20,080 the garden party tomorrow? 120 00:13:20,260 --> 00:13:23,280 We would, but we have planned an outing with Penelope and Colin. 121 00:13:23,520 --> 00:13:27,520 Have you? I hope you do not feel left out. It is... Simply that... No, you 122 00:13:27,520 --> 00:13:29,480 both married, Anna. Is that what you were going to say? 123 00:13:29,700 --> 00:13:32,380 Well, if Mama has her way, I will also be by the end of tomorrow's party. 124 00:13:32,700 --> 00:13:35,700 Well, in fact, I did not accept the invitation on your behalf. 125 00:13:36,260 --> 00:13:39,320 Benedict spoke to me before he left, and he convinced me to give you some 126 00:13:39,320 --> 00:13:40,320 respite from Susu. 127 00:13:41,960 --> 00:13:44,040 Mother, thank you. 128 00:13:45,060 --> 00:13:50,120 You are sensible and truly ever wise. I'm glad you think so. I hope you will 129 00:13:50,120 --> 00:13:53,760 agree with me, then, that if you are not going out into society, it is... 130 00:13:54,110 --> 00:13:56,810 Perfect timing to chaperone Tyson's finishing lesson. 131 00:14:00,090 --> 00:14:02,430 No? What a delightful idea, Mama. 132 00:14:02,710 --> 00:14:04,990 Unless, of course, you would prefer to speak to suitors today. 133 00:14:11,350 --> 00:14:12,350 Very well. 134 00:14:12,850 --> 00:14:14,350 I do have some reading to get through. 135 00:14:14,610 --> 00:14:17,130 Well, perhaps you will benefit from the lesson too, Eloise. 136 00:14:17,670 --> 00:14:19,370 Certainly the tutorial on posture. 137 00:14:27,340 --> 00:14:28,340 for the doctor. 138 00:14:28,400 --> 00:14:29,780 It's madness out there. 139 00:14:30,520 --> 00:14:35,840 Yesterday, I watched Lady Abercorn trip over her own dress because her maid quit 140 00:14:35,840 --> 00:14:37,160 before hemming her garment. 141 00:14:37,940 --> 00:14:40,920 She fell over on Rotten Row. 142 00:14:41,360 --> 00:14:42,940 It is all rather amusing. 143 00:14:43,620 --> 00:14:46,400 Not that I would laugh at another's misfortune. 144 00:14:47,120 --> 00:14:48,300 Oh, no, of course not. 145 00:14:49,060 --> 00:14:50,800 May I have some more tea, Varley? 146 00:14:52,140 --> 00:14:53,140 Another? 147 00:14:53,460 --> 00:14:55,820 Thankfully, that disorder will never affect our household. 148 00:14:56,410 --> 00:15:00,390 That is why we treat our staff as members of our family. Is that not true, 149 00:15:00,450 --> 00:15:01,450 Barley? 150 00:15:03,810 --> 00:15:06,610 As a matter of fact, there is something I must discuss with you, ma 'am. 151 00:15:08,110 --> 00:15:09,850 In private. 152 00:15:11,150 --> 00:15:12,270 No, we're all women here. 153 00:15:15,310 --> 00:15:15,750 I 154 00:15:15,750 --> 00:15:23,250 have 155 00:15:23,250 --> 00:15:25,250 received an offer to work for another household. 156 00:15:33,390 --> 00:15:36,930 I would have loved to have seen the looks on their faces when you rejected 157 00:15:38,870 --> 00:15:43,250 He did reject them, did he not? 158 00:15:43,450 --> 00:15:44,690 Oh, of course. 159 00:15:45,430 --> 00:15:51,510 But the offer, the rate for housekeepers has gone up in 20 years. 160 00:15:51,770 --> 00:15:58,670 And I hoped that you might consider, well, increasing 161 00:15:58,670 --> 00:15:59,670 my salary. 162 00:15:59,750 --> 00:16:04,900 Well, Ollie, this is unseemly. to discuss matters of money amongst 163 00:16:04,900 --> 00:16:09,160 course, Mum, but it's only because I know you know how often I go beyond my 164 00:16:09,160 --> 00:16:10,240 ordinary duties. 165 00:16:10,780 --> 00:16:15,500 Molly, you don't need to cheapen yourself by selling yourself to me. 166 00:16:15,900 --> 00:16:17,220 I know your value. 167 00:16:17,980 --> 00:16:21,840 If it will make you happier, I will take your request into consideration. 168 00:16:22,280 --> 00:16:23,280 Is that satisfactory? 169 00:16:23,680 --> 00:16:24,680 Ah, quite. 170 00:16:25,120 --> 00:16:26,500 Oh, thank you, Mum. 171 00:16:28,320 --> 00:16:29,500 Oh, another? 172 00:16:48,840 --> 00:16:50,380 That is a lovely pendant. 173 00:16:52,260 --> 00:16:54,120 Is there a story behind it? 174 00:16:55,400 --> 00:16:56,820 Oh, no. 175 00:16:57,300 --> 00:17:00,700 I'm not accustomed to such a low neckline. I usually tuck it behind my 176 00:17:02,720 --> 00:17:05,460 Come along for breakfast, dear. 177 00:17:22,730 --> 00:17:23,730 Good day. 178 00:17:26,710 --> 00:17:27,890 Thank you. 179 00:17:28,569 --> 00:17:31,790 This looks excellent. 180 00:17:32,210 --> 00:17:33,710 It's no trouble. 181 00:17:52,810 --> 00:17:55,670 We shall stay while you eat with your guest. 182 00:17:57,350 --> 00:18:00,210 How thoughtful of you, Mrs Crabtree. Please, sit. 183 00:18:04,850 --> 00:18:07,110 The Crabtrees have been with me 20 years. 184 00:18:07,630 --> 00:18:08,630 23? 185 00:18:09,170 --> 00:18:13,150 I was a maid at Bridgerton House when Mr Bridgerton was little. 186 00:18:23,840 --> 00:18:26,240 I've never seen anyone eat a meal with such enthusiasm. 187 00:18:30,880 --> 00:18:31,880 This is delicious. 188 00:18:32,200 --> 00:18:34,940 It has been far too long since I've had Mrs. Bradbury's breakfast. 189 00:18:35,240 --> 00:18:36,500 Well, what has kept you away? 190 00:18:37,340 --> 00:18:39,460 He loves his time here in the country. 191 00:18:39,660 --> 00:18:46,440 Well, I suppose I have been consumed by my obligations 192 00:18:46,440 --> 00:18:47,440 in London. 193 00:18:48,520 --> 00:18:50,080 Various affairs. 194 00:18:54,990 --> 00:18:58,210 In fact, will you prepare the carriage, Mr Crabtree? We should be making our way 195 00:18:58,210 --> 00:18:59,330 back after... Oh, no. 196 00:18:59,830 --> 00:19:05,010 No, no, no. You are injured and in no condition to travel. I'm keeping you in 197 00:19:05,010 --> 00:19:07,790 bed until you have made a full recovery. Mrs Crabtree, you are being 198 00:19:07,790 --> 00:19:11,330 unreasonable. I am feeling much improved with every bite. 199 00:19:11,530 --> 00:19:15,710 If your wound has not healed properly, it could become infected again. You need 200 00:19:15,710 --> 00:19:16,710 rest. 201 00:19:17,230 --> 00:19:20,530 I've learned it's best to do as she says. 202 00:19:22,510 --> 00:19:24,010 I shall assist Mrs Crabtree. 203 00:19:24,670 --> 00:19:25,950 You do no such thing. 204 00:19:26,250 --> 00:19:27,250 I've already said. 205 00:19:27,650 --> 00:19:28,650 You are my guest. 206 00:19:31,510 --> 00:19:32,570 My guest. 207 00:19:34,690 --> 00:19:36,090 Then what do you suggest I do? 208 00:19:36,290 --> 00:19:37,530 Are you incapable of leisure? 209 00:19:39,610 --> 00:19:40,830 I know how to leisure. 210 00:19:41,750 --> 00:19:43,630 I know how to leisure perfectly. 211 00:19:45,030 --> 00:19:46,030 Perfect. 212 00:21:26,190 --> 00:21:28,550 Why is Lady Whistledown writing of maids? 213 00:21:28,750 --> 00:21:30,770 I am not interested in maids. 214 00:21:31,010 --> 00:21:36,890 I do not even think we have them here, Brimsley. We have 142 maids and 215 00:21:36,890 --> 00:21:37,950 manservants, Your Majesty. 216 00:21:41,250 --> 00:21:45,030 Well, Lady Whistledown should not be concerning herself with maids. 217 00:21:45,570 --> 00:21:46,870 I want gossip. 218 00:21:47,350 --> 00:21:48,970 Maids are gossip. 219 00:21:49,680 --> 00:21:54,380 It's all anyone can talk about. These maid wars are wreaking havoc in every 220 00:21:54,380 --> 00:21:55,660 household of the town. 221 00:21:56,480 --> 00:21:57,600 Yours? No. 222 00:21:58,400 --> 00:22:01,640 I pay my maids well and treat them with respect. 223 00:22:02,500 --> 00:22:07,040 Primitively. The royal household is royal, Your Majesty. 224 00:22:07,440 --> 00:22:09,360 Maids clamour to get in, not out. 225 00:22:09,600 --> 00:22:10,600 Of course. 226 00:22:10,820 --> 00:22:12,560 Imagine wanting to leave here. 227 00:22:13,160 --> 00:22:14,840 Imagine. What shall we do today? 228 00:22:15,220 --> 00:22:16,440 Another game of chess? 229 00:22:16,780 --> 00:22:19,020 I have a rope dancer standing by. 230 00:22:19,680 --> 00:22:24,040 And there is also a flautist. Whatever amuses Her Majesty most. 231 00:22:25,480 --> 00:22:26,480 Rope dance, then. 232 00:22:26,720 --> 00:22:27,160 That 233 00:22:27,160 --> 00:22:43,500 was 234 00:22:43,500 --> 00:22:44,500 very nice. 235 00:23:04,720 --> 00:23:06,860 Do you think it unusual we are not yet with child? 236 00:23:10,680 --> 00:23:12,380 We are not yet even a year married. 237 00:23:13,500 --> 00:23:16,260 And we have only been recommitted these last few months. 238 00:23:18,240 --> 00:23:20,480 Do you think there is anything I should be doing? 239 00:23:22,180 --> 00:23:28,940 Look, I... Well, I have heard a woman is more likely to conceive if she 240 00:23:28,940 --> 00:23:30,320 achieves a pinnacle. 241 00:23:34,730 --> 00:23:36,370 You are achieving a pinnacle, are you not? 242 00:23:38,050 --> 00:23:39,050 Of course. 243 00:23:39,590 --> 00:23:40,590 Yes. 244 00:23:41,130 --> 00:23:42,130 Good. 245 00:24:11,649 --> 00:24:12,649 Oh. 246 00:24:13,670 --> 00:24:14,670 Pardon me. 247 00:24:14,890 --> 00:24:17,430 Please. Take any book that interests you. 248 00:24:20,850 --> 00:24:21,890 Unless you cannot read. 249 00:24:22,110 --> 00:24:23,370 Oh, forgive me. 250 00:24:23,770 --> 00:24:24,950 I know how to read. 251 00:24:25,610 --> 00:24:26,610 Ah. 252 00:24:26,950 --> 00:24:27,950 Forgive me. 253 00:24:27,970 --> 00:24:28,970 Again. 254 00:24:29,130 --> 00:24:30,910 It is rare to encounter a maid who reads. 255 00:24:31,850 --> 00:24:34,970 The first family I worked for allowed me to be present during their children's 256 00:24:34,970 --> 00:24:35,970 lessons. 257 00:24:36,150 --> 00:24:37,550 Are you not supposed to be in bed? 258 00:24:38,350 --> 00:24:40,410 Do you know what is interesting about spending all day in bed? 259 00:24:40,810 --> 00:24:41,810 What? Nothing. 260 00:24:42,110 --> 00:24:46,430 If I do not die of infection, I shall die of boredom. 261 00:24:46,890 --> 00:24:48,170 A terrible fate indeed. 262 00:24:49,390 --> 00:24:55,010 But I did manage to send word back to London in search of work for you and 263 00:24:55,010 --> 00:24:56,730 friend, Hazel. 264 00:25:00,630 --> 00:25:05,670 Thank you. And thank you for your help with the situation at Cavender House, Mr 265 00:25:05,670 --> 00:25:06,670 Bridgerton. Please. 266 00:25:07,250 --> 00:25:08,590 May I pass the formality? 267 00:25:09,840 --> 00:25:10,840 Call me Benedict. 268 00:25:13,540 --> 00:25:18,020 If we are past the formality, then perhaps you could tell me more about 269 00:25:18,020 --> 00:25:19,020 fine library. 270 00:25:20,180 --> 00:25:23,120 What is the story here? 271 00:25:26,320 --> 00:25:27,860 I've not seen this in ages. 272 00:25:28,520 --> 00:25:33,060 I told my brother Gregory I would mend it for him, but never got round to it. 273 00:25:33,380 --> 00:25:36,440 I think little Gregory would love this kite. Gregory is at Eton now. 274 00:25:36,940 --> 00:25:37,940 Ah. 275 00:25:40,430 --> 00:25:41,430 And these paintings? 276 00:25:42,150 --> 00:25:43,770 Uh, unfortunate. 277 00:25:45,530 --> 00:25:46,850 It was a passion of mine. 278 00:25:47,730 --> 00:25:48,930 For a little while, anyway. 279 00:25:51,110 --> 00:25:52,390 This is the one. 280 00:25:52,750 --> 00:25:56,030 The style is unrestrained, but it gives the impression of real feeling. 281 00:25:59,410 --> 00:26:00,410 Yes. 282 00:26:01,710 --> 00:26:02,710 That was my intention. 283 00:26:04,990 --> 00:26:06,210 You are an artist. 284 00:26:06,530 --> 00:26:07,830 No. I... No. 285 00:26:08,480 --> 00:26:13,200 All my paintings are unfinished and most of them aren't even any good. I dabble, 286 00:26:13,220 --> 00:26:14,220 but I'm no artist. 287 00:26:14,240 --> 00:26:15,540 You need not be so modest. 288 00:26:16,840 --> 00:26:21,460 Consider Michelangelo. We may know him for his great works, but he made so many 289 00:26:21,460 --> 00:26:24,740 sketches that he deemed inferior that he had them destroyed in a bonfire. 290 00:26:24,960 --> 00:26:26,140 Two bonfires, in fact. 291 00:26:26,400 --> 00:26:28,440 I never met a maid who knew so much about art. 292 00:26:29,400 --> 00:26:32,680 Tell me, then, about this family who gave you art and reading lessons. 293 00:26:33,060 --> 00:26:35,060 Ah, there is not much to say, really. 294 00:26:35,380 --> 00:26:36,440 Do not go sheepish now. 295 00:26:37,200 --> 00:26:40,580 I do intend to learn your secrets while we're here. 296 00:26:42,140 --> 00:26:43,740 I should retire to my room. 297 00:26:47,080 --> 00:26:51,780 Sophie, that is my French grammar book. 298 00:26:58,040 --> 00:26:59,040 Ah, 299 00:27:02,320 --> 00:27:03,320 Raymond. 300 00:27:04,360 --> 00:27:07,880 On peut parler en français, si tu préfères. 301 00:27:08,600 --> 00:27:12,240 My pronunciation is exquisite. 302 00:27:14,920 --> 00:27:16,300 What is wrong with my pronunciation? 303 00:27:16,840 --> 00:27:20,100 It would be better if you keep your jaw perfectly still and rely on your lips. I 304 00:27:20,100 --> 00:27:26,940 did not even know how that would... Focus on the lips. 305 00:27:32,160 --> 00:27:33,300 Si tu préfères. 306 00:27:41,060 --> 00:27:42,060 Mr. 307 00:27:47,020 --> 00:27:50,440 Bridgerton, my good wife is bringing your dinner shortly. 308 00:27:50,740 --> 00:27:55,820 And if she sees you out of bed, she may force you to stay in there till next 309 00:27:55,820 --> 00:27:57,380 year. Thank you. 310 00:28:03,600 --> 00:28:04,660 Good night, Mr. Bicherton. 311 00:28:06,400 --> 00:28:08,340 Will you please call me Benedict? 312 00:28:21,740 --> 00:28:22,960 You call for me, ma 'am? 313 00:28:23,820 --> 00:28:24,820 Yes. 314 00:28:30,000 --> 00:28:31,360 Well, go on, then. 315 00:28:32,360 --> 00:28:33,360 Open it. 316 00:28:35,280 --> 00:28:36,280 A gift? 317 00:28:37,600 --> 00:28:38,539 For me? 318 00:28:38,540 --> 00:28:41,920 I've considered your request conscientiously. 319 00:28:42,180 --> 00:28:46,980 But unfortunately, there is a precedent in this household. 320 00:28:47,320 --> 00:28:51,100 And if we raise your wages, we'll have to raise the wages of everyone 321 00:28:51,100 --> 00:28:56,240 you. And, well, we simply are not in the financial position to do so. 322 00:28:56,620 --> 00:29:01,940 I understand, ma 'am. But I wanted to give you a token of my appreciation. 323 00:29:02,400 --> 00:29:03,400 A gift. 324 00:29:03,850 --> 00:29:07,090 to let you know how valued you are. 325 00:29:32,810 --> 00:29:35,410 I do not know what to say. I knew it. 326 00:29:35,730 --> 00:29:40,370 You love them so much that you're speechless. That is quite all right. 327 00:29:40,370 --> 00:29:41,950 no need to thank me. Thank you. 328 00:29:45,030 --> 00:29:48,290 Your old dresses, ma 'am. Only two seasons out of date. 329 00:29:48,590 --> 00:29:53,670 You will be the star amongst your peers on your day off when you 330 00:29:53,670 --> 00:29:56,270 do what you do. 331 00:29:57,210 --> 00:30:01,490 Now, I know you must be eager to try it on, but would you please first fetch me 332 00:30:01,490 --> 00:30:02,490 my tea? 333 00:30:03,470 --> 00:30:07,110 I'm exhausted from sorting through the back of my wardrobe. 334 00:30:10,810 --> 00:30:11,890 Of course, Mum. 335 00:31:14,370 --> 00:31:15,670 Francesca! Welcome, Martin. 336 00:31:22,879 --> 00:31:27,480 Shall we head inside for ice cream? I must say, I could use a cool 337 00:31:28,000 --> 00:31:29,000 Oh, for you. 338 00:31:34,560 --> 00:31:36,500 Is it terrible how obvious we are? 339 00:31:38,280 --> 00:31:39,580 Never mind, of course you understand. 340 00:31:40,400 --> 00:31:42,520 You and John are newlyweds, after all. 341 00:31:43,380 --> 00:31:44,380 Yes. 342 00:31:45,240 --> 00:31:49,700 And... What is it exactly that all newlyweds understand? 343 00:31:50,200 --> 00:31:52,820 Well, thankfully for me, it's what keeps Whistle down in business. 344 00:31:53,820 --> 00:31:59,260 Constant desire for one another, that sensation when two bodies... Yes, thank 345 00:31:59,260 --> 00:32:00,179 you, Penelope. 346 00:32:00,180 --> 00:32:03,500 Forgive me. Sometimes I do forget that I am indeed married to your brother. 347 00:32:07,220 --> 00:32:13,480 Without going into details, do you experience the... 348 00:32:20,300 --> 00:32:21,300 Yeah. 349 00:32:21,840 --> 00:32:24,220 Do you not? Here we are. 350 00:32:24,840 --> 00:32:26,060 Ice cream all round. 351 00:32:26,260 --> 00:32:27,260 Your usual. 352 00:32:27,660 --> 00:32:28,660 Vanilla. 353 00:32:42,460 --> 00:32:44,200 You are most quiet today. 354 00:32:45,440 --> 00:32:47,040 My apologies, my dear. 355 00:32:47,760 --> 00:32:50,140 I have much on my mind. 356 00:32:50,720 --> 00:32:53,280 I can be a discreet ear, if you wish. 357 00:32:54,400 --> 00:32:59,460 Her Majesty. 358 00:33:01,800 --> 00:33:03,700 She likes to keep in place. 359 00:33:05,080 --> 00:33:07,700 We spend our afternoons together. 360 00:33:09,420 --> 00:33:10,740 It is pleasant. 361 00:33:12,120 --> 00:33:13,340 She's my friend. 362 00:33:15,440 --> 00:33:19,280 But I am no longer one of her ladies -in -waiting. I have not been for years. 363 00:33:19,780 --> 00:33:25,460 She has many ladies -in -waiting. And yet you remain her only lady -in 364 00:33:26,400 --> 00:33:29,940 It is no secret that the Queen enjoys little familiarity with her ladies. I 365 00:33:29,940 --> 00:33:30,940 wonder why she keeps them. 366 00:33:32,560 --> 00:33:35,780 Being a lady -in -waiting is an honour, Alice. 367 00:33:36,320 --> 00:33:40,040 One that most would only ever dare to dream of, of course. 368 00:33:41,240 --> 00:33:42,240 It is only... 369 00:33:43,370 --> 00:33:46,290 Well, if she does not enjoy them, how can they be useful to her? 370 00:33:47,210 --> 00:33:49,170 How can they hope ever to fill your shoes? 371 00:33:51,170 --> 00:33:52,170 No, 372 00:34:02,710 --> 00:34:04,530 absolutely not. 373 00:34:04,750 --> 00:34:05,750 I'm nearly finished. 374 00:34:06,510 --> 00:34:07,750 Put down that pot. 375 00:34:08,050 --> 00:34:12,350 Mr Bridgerton says you are his guest, and so you are his guest. 376 00:34:16,230 --> 00:34:17,889 That is the comfortable chair. 377 00:34:18,150 --> 00:34:19,570 Put yourself in it. 378 00:34:23,610 --> 00:34:26,909 Not accustomed to leisure time, are you? 379 00:34:27,630 --> 00:34:28,949 I am the same. 380 00:34:29,710 --> 00:34:32,110 Sit. How far is the walk into the village? 381 00:34:32,350 --> 00:34:33,630 Much too far. 382 00:34:34,510 --> 00:34:36,170 Especially with the mud after the storm. 383 00:34:36,449 --> 00:34:39,489 I'd like to see if there is a mail coach that can take me to the nearest town to 384 00:34:39,489 --> 00:34:43,870 seek employment. If Mr. Bridgerton told you he would find you work, I assure you 385 00:34:43,870 --> 00:34:45,969 he will. He is a man of his word. 386 00:34:47,030 --> 00:34:50,550 I suppose if he uses charm, he may be successful finding something. 387 00:34:51,889 --> 00:34:56,389 It can be rather... compelling. 388 00:35:00,690 --> 00:35:01,690 Has Mr. 389 00:35:02,110 --> 00:35:04,610 Bridgerton... been improper toward you? 390 00:35:05,890 --> 00:35:07,230 No, no. 391 00:35:08,990 --> 00:35:10,230 The opposite. 392 00:35:12,210 --> 00:35:19,070 Mr Bridgerton is most kind, but I would not mistake his kindness for 393 00:35:19,070 --> 00:35:24,490 familiarity. It is important for all of us to remember our place. 394 00:35:50,120 --> 00:35:53,760 We almost had to cancel when Lady Hamilton poached our footman. 395 00:35:54,180 --> 00:35:57,880 I, in turn, had to poach the footman from our neighbour's estate just to 396 00:35:57,880 --> 00:35:59,120 out the heavier furnishing. 397 00:35:59,320 --> 00:36:00,660 I hear it has been mayhem. 398 00:36:01,040 --> 00:36:03,760 But today shows no indication of it. 399 00:36:06,440 --> 00:36:08,320 Your garden is lovely. 400 00:36:15,589 --> 00:36:17,510 What a delightful surprise. 401 00:36:18,630 --> 00:36:20,690 I did not know that you would be here today. 402 00:36:20,930 --> 00:36:22,570 I was hungry to see your smiling face. 403 00:36:24,910 --> 00:36:27,890 And I wish to know if you were avoiding me. Avoiding you? 404 00:36:28,110 --> 00:36:31,150 I've heard little from you ever since I suggested we spend time alone. 405 00:36:31,390 --> 00:36:35,510 Oh, well, I... I have been contemplating it. 406 00:36:36,330 --> 00:36:37,850 It is not my wish to compel you. 407 00:36:38,430 --> 00:36:43,880 You need not avoid me if you are not ready. I am. ready but I am I'm ready I 408 00:36:43,880 --> 00:36:50,880 ready it has been some time it is warm is it not would you 409 00:36:50,880 --> 00:36:57,240 like to move to another subject yes please there 410 00:36:57,240 --> 00:37:00,140 is nothing like a garden in Fort Bloom is there 411 00:37:23,520 --> 00:37:26,180 Welcome. We did plan this so long ago. 412 00:37:26,600 --> 00:37:31,680 The invitations went out before you stole my coachman. He was a wonder 413 00:37:31,680 --> 00:37:32,740 the place, by the way. 414 00:37:33,080 --> 00:37:34,620 He is quite clever, is he not? 415 00:37:54,890 --> 00:37:55,890 Mr. Richardson. 416 00:37:56,030 --> 00:37:58,050 Benedict. Mr. Richardson. 417 00:37:58,310 --> 00:38:01,230 You know, you do not have to wear the same dress every day. 418 00:38:02,330 --> 00:38:03,930 You have plenty in that wardrobe. 419 00:38:04,370 --> 00:38:06,750 You do not wish to dirty any of your sister's other frocks. 420 00:38:06,970 --> 00:38:09,790 May I help you with something? I've been staring at the same wall for days. 421 00:38:10,530 --> 00:38:12,090 I've committed the cobweb for memory. 422 00:38:12,310 --> 00:38:13,830 I'm going outside. 423 00:38:14,410 --> 00:38:17,570 Absolutely not, Mrs. Cratchit. You will not like it. You need to heal. You may 424 00:38:17,570 --> 00:38:20,070 not condemn my actions, but you will have to keep my secret. 425 00:38:20,450 --> 00:38:21,450 No. No? 426 00:38:22,060 --> 00:38:25,320 I suppose you'll have to come with me. I do not think it prudent. It's fresh air 427 00:38:25,320 --> 00:38:26,320 not meant to be restorative. 428 00:38:26,600 --> 00:38:28,480 I'm strong enough to manage standing outside. 429 00:38:29,380 --> 00:38:30,380 I have an idea. 430 00:38:31,860 --> 00:38:32,860 Come. 431 00:38:38,520 --> 00:38:39,940 A kite's not for children. 432 00:38:41,100 --> 00:38:42,100 Perhaps. 433 00:38:42,680 --> 00:38:45,660 But how will I know if I've fixed this one if I do not saw it? 434 00:38:48,360 --> 00:38:50,020 Do you know where Mrs Crabtree is? 435 00:38:50,480 --> 00:38:51,680 You worry far too much. 436 00:38:53,780 --> 00:38:54,780 There we are. 437 00:39:05,000 --> 00:39:06,380 Well, perhaps I prefer it this way. 438 00:39:07,120 --> 00:39:09,740 When it is in the air, it is much too far away to admire. 439 00:39:11,520 --> 00:39:12,520 May I have a look? 440 00:39:12,540 --> 00:39:14,420 I have cumulated myself in front of you enough. 441 00:39:16,520 --> 00:39:17,520 I will mend it. 442 00:39:17,980 --> 00:39:18,980 Just give me a moment. 443 00:39:25,299 --> 00:39:26,299 Oh. There. 444 00:39:31,560 --> 00:39:34,740 That does not look right. 445 00:39:35,120 --> 00:39:36,120 Is this your secret? 446 00:39:36,720 --> 00:39:38,520 That you are in fact an expert in kite making? 447 00:39:39,460 --> 00:39:43,340 I know kites. Do you know how many kites I have flown? I have seven brothers and 448 00:39:43,340 --> 00:39:44,340 sisters. 449 00:39:44,740 --> 00:39:45,880 It will fly. 450 00:40:08,080 --> 00:40:09,280 Apologies for doubting you. 451 00:40:17,640 --> 00:40:19,020 I've forgotten how much I enjoyed this. 452 00:40:21,540 --> 00:40:23,820 I have not flown a kite since I was a little girl. 453 00:40:25,460 --> 00:40:27,600 It is good to be reminded of such happy memories. 454 00:40:36,360 --> 00:40:37,760 Oh, no, I am content to observe. 455 00:40:38,140 --> 00:40:39,140 I insist. 456 00:40:39,680 --> 00:40:40,780 I fixed it for you. 457 00:40:43,520 --> 00:40:46,080 Unless... What? 458 00:40:46,480 --> 00:40:48,320 You're concerned you might have a bit of fun. 459 00:41:02,700 --> 00:41:04,200 Go on. You have to run with it. 460 00:41:05,290 --> 00:41:07,530 Go on, go on. If you do not, I will, and I'm injured. 461 00:41:09,030 --> 00:41:10,210 Go on. Go. 462 00:41:15,970 --> 00:41:18,070 You were right. 463 00:41:18,510 --> 00:41:21,150 Go. This is wonderful. Thank you, Mr. Bridgerton. 464 00:41:21,410 --> 00:41:22,388 Very good. 465 00:41:22,390 --> 00:41:23,390 Keep going. 466 00:41:23,630 --> 00:41:24,509 Go, go. 467 00:41:24,510 --> 00:41:26,670 No. Go, go, go, go, go, go, go. Go, go, go, go. 468 00:41:29,510 --> 00:41:33,210 Do you see what I'm seeing? 469 00:41:44,080 --> 00:41:47,600 I imagine there's a kite at the end of that string. 470 00:41:48,100 --> 00:41:49,420 Not the kite. 471 00:41:50,780 --> 00:41:54,280 What is happening between him and her? 472 00:41:54,680 --> 00:41:55,658 The maid? 473 00:41:55,660 --> 00:41:58,060 He certainly does not treat her like a maid. 474 00:41:58,340 --> 00:42:01,220 Well, perhaps he likes her. 475 00:42:01,680 --> 00:42:04,000 He cannot like her. 476 00:42:04,320 --> 00:42:09,160 Do you know what happens to a maid if word spreads she has been defiled by a 477 00:42:09,160 --> 00:42:10,960 gentleman? My God, woman. 478 00:42:11,450 --> 00:42:13,450 Who said anything about defiling? 479 00:42:13,710 --> 00:42:17,610 And the rumour of such a thing could ruin her reputation for life. 480 00:42:19,210 --> 00:42:24,930 What lady would want to employ such a maid in her home? 481 00:42:27,870 --> 00:42:31,230 While your servants may set the table, it is your duty as a hostess to ensure 482 00:42:31,230 --> 00:42:35,250 all is in order. An elegantly laid table can be just as important to the success 483 00:42:35,250 --> 00:42:36,970 of your dinner as the guests who have been invited. 484 00:42:37,330 --> 00:42:40,750 Because one could never be real friends with someone with poor taste in spoons. 485 00:42:41,529 --> 00:42:43,010 Exactly correct, Miss Bridgerton. 486 00:42:43,750 --> 00:42:47,610 And do you know what is even more important than what goes on top of your 487 00:42:47,950 --> 00:42:48,950 The seating plan? 488 00:42:49,170 --> 00:42:55,930 The seating plan is the best way to display your exquisite discernment and 489 00:42:55,930 --> 00:42:59,270 refinement. It is imperative to know the rank of each guest beforehand. 490 00:43:00,190 --> 00:43:04,210 The hostess sat at the head of the table with the two highest -ranking ladies on 491 00:43:04,210 --> 00:43:05,210 each side of him. 492 00:43:05,310 --> 00:43:08,830 The husbands of these ladies are sat next to the hostess at the other end of 493 00:43:08,830 --> 00:43:10,910 table. Correct. And everyone else? 494 00:43:11,110 --> 00:43:15,410 Married couples are to be seated near one another, as well as eligible 495 00:43:15,410 --> 00:43:18,010 and debutantes active in the marriage mart to encourage conversation. 496 00:43:18,830 --> 00:43:21,790 Vinces and the elderly are sat somewhere in the middle. 497 00:43:22,710 --> 00:43:24,890 Do you mean that I would have to sit with Great Uncle Eli? 498 00:43:25,090 --> 00:43:26,370 Could you hand me the last cards, please, Eloise? 499 00:43:29,450 --> 00:43:30,450 Ah. 500 00:43:31,290 --> 00:43:32,290 Well. 501 00:43:32,560 --> 00:43:34,980 At least the spinsters get to be the flashy silver tassels. 502 00:43:35,840 --> 00:43:37,460 Miss Bridgerton, that is grey. 503 00:43:41,100 --> 00:43:42,100 Thank you. 504 00:43:46,220 --> 00:43:53,120 In fact, we hardly ever use the West sitting room anymore, so if you wanted 505 00:43:53,120 --> 00:43:56,000 to take some paintings from there for your entrance hall, then I'm sure Mrs 506 00:43:56,000 --> 00:43:57,540 Wilson could help. Mother, what is the pinnacle? 507 00:44:01,870 --> 00:44:05,630 In... Are you speaking of... In the bedroom. 508 00:44:05,850 --> 00:44:06,850 Oh. 509 00:44:20,930 --> 00:44:24,830 Well... Um... 510 00:44:24,830 --> 00:44:30,010 I wish to explain this as... 511 00:44:31,080 --> 00:44:32,080 Best I can. 512 00:44:32,800 --> 00:44:37,120 I did your sister definitely something of a disservice in this matter. I simply 513 00:44:37,120 --> 00:44:42,960 need information. It has been quite some time for me, but 514 00:44:42,960 --> 00:44:45,440 a pinnacle? 515 00:44:46,440 --> 00:44:47,740 It is pleasant. 516 00:44:48,160 --> 00:44:52,560 It is more than pleasant. It is a delightful 517 00:44:52,560 --> 00:44:59,400 closeness that 518 00:44:59,400 --> 00:45:00,400 is... 519 00:45:01,450 --> 00:45:06,850 It's nearly impossible to describe. It's like a shared language. And when you 520 00:45:06,850 --> 00:45:11,970 speak the same language, you are able to feel 521 00:45:11,970 --> 00:45:18,230 magical, special 522 00:45:18,230 --> 00:45:20,750 feeling inside. 523 00:47:01,200 --> 00:47:02,200 Who's there? 524 00:47:37,200 --> 00:47:40,940 I'm not famed for my patience, though my curiosity is rather strong. 525 00:47:41,360 --> 00:47:42,860 So I can wait here forever. 526 00:47:46,580 --> 00:47:48,200 You might as well show yourself. 527 00:47:50,580 --> 00:47:52,420 What are you doing out here? 528 00:48:06,160 --> 00:48:10,300 I am taking my daily walk. How convenient that your daily walk should 529 00:48:10,300 --> 00:48:11,700 right to where I happen to be swimming. 530 00:48:14,300 --> 00:48:15,300 Would you? 531 00:48:25,360 --> 00:48:28,140 You are finally wearing a new dress. 532 00:48:30,280 --> 00:48:31,280 That suits you. 533 00:48:31,660 --> 00:48:32,660 Thank you. 534 00:48:33,790 --> 00:48:37,250 Sir. You know, I would not be offended if, in fact, you followed me here. 535 00:48:37,510 --> 00:48:40,430 I didn't... Of course I did not follow you. 536 00:48:40,670 --> 00:48:44,670 I wished to take a walk, and Mr. Crabtree informed me there was a lake 537 00:48:44,670 --> 00:48:50,810 which he provided directions, and as I'm a keen listener, I... I found it. Hmm. 538 00:48:51,430 --> 00:48:54,310 A thorough explanation is not always the most convincing one. You should not 539 00:48:54,310 --> 00:48:56,050 have been in the lake anyhow. The water was freezing. 540 00:48:56,310 --> 00:48:58,550 It is, in fact, quite temperate. And you should not be swimming when you have 541 00:48:58,550 --> 00:49:01,490 been unwell. But if we are quite so concerned with shoulds, then you should 542 00:49:01,490 --> 00:49:03,150 have been spying. Certainly not. 543 00:49:03,480 --> 00:49:06,860 I think you were. I was not. You assuredly were. I was not. You did not 544 00:49:06,860 --> 00:49:08,240 me. I cannot help but notice you. 545 00:49:49,550 --> 00:49:50,550 I apologise. 546 00:49:50,730 --> 00:49:57,570 I should not have... No, I apologise. I should... After 547 00:49:57,570 --> 00:49:59,570 you. 548 00:50:00,330 --> 00:50:01,470 Thank you. 549 00:50:02,090 --> 00:50:07,230 I shall continue my walk and we shall 550 00:50:07,230 --> 00:50:10,850 later convene. 551 00:50:15,610 --> 00:50:16,610 Indeed. 552 00:50:26,830 --> 00:50:27,890 Good day, Mrs Crabtree. 553 00:50:29,890 --> 00:50:31,510 Good day, Sophie. 554 00:50:39,210 --> 00:50:40,210 Mrs Crabtree. 555 00:50:41,230 --> 00:50:42,890 It's a blind day in the country, is it not? 556 00:50:45,810 --> 00:50:46,810 Indeed. 557 00:51:03,720 --> 00:51:06,400 Thank heavens you are healing quite nicely. 558 00:51:07,280 --> 00:51:12,520 Even though you disobeyed direct orders to stay out of that lake. 559 00:51:18,600 --> 00:51:20,060 Yes, Mrs Crabtree? 560 00:51:21,860 --> 00:51:26,920 I have tried to hold my tongue. You need not silence yourself. You're like a 561 00:51:26,920 --> 00:51:30,840 mother to me. And it's impossible for you not to share your opinions as well. 562 00:51:34,250 --> 00:51:39,390 You bring a maid to this house, yet you do not treat her as such. 563 00:51:43,330 --> 00:51:46,470 Sophie has been through an ordeal. It is only right we treat her as a guest. 564 00:51:47,490 --> 00:51:49,830 Is that all you are treating her as? 565 00:51:51,290 --> 00:51:56,030 That she is merely a friend, Mrs Crabtree. Oh, you may see her as a 566 00:51:56,030 --> 00:51:59,330 her station does not allow her a choice in the matter, does it? 567 00:52:00,430 --> 00:52:05,370 Whatever there is between the two of you, she must acquiesce because it is 568 00:52:05,370 --> 00:52:06,370 you wish. 569 00:52:11,830 --> 00:52:12,830 Of course. 570 00:52:16,750 --> 00:52:20,130 You're a fine young man, Mr Bridgerton. 571 00:52:21,590 --> 00:52:25,610 And one day you will meet a suitable young lady. 572 00:52:25,990 --> 00:52:29,750 I did, in fact, meet one in London. 573 00:52:32,270 --> 00:52:33,270 What is she called? 574 00:52:33,510 --> 00:52:39,570 Well, I met her at the masquerade ball my mother hosted, but she 575 00:52:39,570 --> 00:52:41,570 left before I could learn her name. 576 00:52:42,210 --> 00:52:47,950 Ah, yes. I was searching for her, but since I've been held hostage at my own 577 00:52:47,950 --> 00:52:53,730 cottage... If this lady is important to you, do not let her be like one of the 578 00:52:53,730 --> 00:52:55,130 projects in your study. 579 00:52:55,890 --> 00:52:59,390 Something you were passionate about today, but forget about tomorrow. 580 00:53:01,900 --> 00:53:07,580 You owe it to yourself to dedicate yourself to something. 581 00:53:25,500 --> 00:53:29,760 Oh, a pleasing columnar. Thank you, Varley. 582 00:53:30,380 --> 00:53:34,500 Since I made room by giving you some of my old dresses, I've had to purchase a 583 00:53:34,500 --> 00:53:35,500 few replacements. 584 00:53:38,280 --> 00:53:41,820 Mum, I thought you said that money was scarce. 585 00:53:43,580 --> 00:53:48,780 And I thought I made myself clear that discussing money with family is 586 00:53:49,020 --> 00:53:52,280 But we are not family. I am your employee. 587 00:53:52,800 --> 00:53:57,100 I assist Mrs Bridgerton with Lady Whistledown. I keep your money secrets. 588 00:53:57,800 --> 00:54:02,800 I have seen through the worst of times, and my reward is witnessing you disport 589 00:54:02,800 --> 00:54:06,420 yourself in your new wares. Well, I can barely afford to buy anything practical 590 00:54:06,420 --> 00:54:08,160 to wear on my rare day off. 591 00:54:09,780 --> 00:54:16,660 I care dearly for you and your girls, but in spite of all that I do, 592 00:54:16,800 --> 00:54:21,480 I am not a member of this family, ma 'am. 593 00:54:32,460 --> 00:54:37,420 If you believe that you will be happier in another household, then I shall not 594 00:54:37,420 --> 00:54:38,540 beg you to stay. 595 00:54:42,580 --> 00:54:43,580 Go to sleep. 596 00:54:44,520 --> 00:54:45,520 Go. 597 00:55:07,240 --> 00:55:10,860 These are from Switzerland, and these are French. 598 00:55:11,320 --> 00:55:16,140 I do not know where these are from, but I had those brought to me from Germany. 599 00:55:16,520 --> 00:55:17,580 They are delightful. 600 00:55:18,480 --> 00:55:24,320 Your Majesty, have you replaced Lady Baird, the lady -in -waiting whom you 601 00:55:24,320 --> 00:55:25,320 dismissed? 602 00:55:25,900 --> 00:55:27,720 I was sharing my bonbons. 603 00:55:28,040 --> 00:55:33,640 And they are exquisite. Your taste is discerning. I was only thinking that 604 00:55:33,640 --> 00:55:36,440 perhaps it is time to find you a new... 605 00:55:36,750 --> 00:55:37,770 Lady -in -waiting? 606 00:55:38,070 --> 00:55:40,970 You deserve a full call. Yes, yes. 607 00:55:41,190 --> 00:55:43,270 I shall talk to the royal secretary. 608 00:55:43,670 --> 00:55:50,490 If you do not mind, Your Majesty, I should very much like the honour of 609 00:55:50,490 --> 00:55:54,910 your new lady -in -waiting. I believe I may have some idea of what you might 610 00:55:54,910 --> 00:55:55,910 need. 611 00:55:56,590 --> 00:55:57,590 Do you? 612 00:55:59,510 --> 00:56:04,010 Agatha, I do not need any of them. 613 00:56:04,410 --> 00:56:05,730 They are all dull. 614 00:56:06,280 --> 00:56:09,460 then let me find you someone who is not. 615 00:56:11,020 --> 00:56:16,440 If you wish, you may make the attempt, but you will fail. 616 00:56:17,060 --> 00:56:24,020 I believe my taste in ladies may be as discerning 617 00:56:24,020 --> 00:56:26,500 as your taste in bonbons. 618 00:56:26,820 --> 00:56:33,300 I shall bring you someone whose present you will enjoy. 619 00:56:39,440 --> 00:56:40,440 Heavenly. 620 00:56:44,840 --> 00:56:45,840 Sophie. 621 00:56:53,240 --> 00:56:54,240 Mr. Bridgerton. 622 00:56:55,240 --> 00:56:58,560 It is good to see you at the easel. Yes. 623 00:56:59,080 --> 00:57:03,240 I'm finally starting to feel more like myself. 624 00:57:07,000 --> 00:57:11,280 You'll be relieved to know that Mrs Crabtree gave me a clean bill of health. 625 00:57:12,200 --> 00:57:13,320 I'm glad to hear it. 626 00:57:15,580 --> 00:57:18,380 For I've been thinking that I should like to return to London. 627 00:57:20,260 --> 00:57:21,260 Oh. 628 00:57:22,880 --> 00:57:24,540 I woke up thinking the same thing. 629 00:57:31,560 --> 00:57:32,620 Well, then we are agreed. 630 00:57:38,960 --> 00:57:41,900 I am eager to see what employment you're able to find for me. 631 00:57:43,180 --> 00:57:49,360 Idle hands and all. Yes, I am eager to help you and return to my affairs. 632 00:57:53,080 --> 00:57:54,080 Of course. 633 00:57:58,000 --> 00:58:01,580 Sophie, I, um... Yes? 634 00:58:02,180 --> 00:58:03,320 I hope you do not... 635 00:58:08,270 --> 00:58:09,270 I apologize. 636 00:58:09,810 --> 00:58:10,810 It was improper. 637 00:58:14,810 --> 00:58:15,850 I regret it. 638 00:58:20,410 --> 00:58:21,450 You need not apologize. 639 00:58:23,130 --> 00:58:26,090 As soon as we are on the road, we need not speak of it or this episode ever 640 00:58:26,090 --> 00:58:27,090 again. 641 00:59:04,520 --> 00:59:09,660 It is not that I do not enjoy your company, Francesca, but we have been 642 00:59:09,660 --> 00:59:10,660 here for quite some time. 643 00:59:11,980 --> 00:59:15,360 Apologies, I simply... At 644 00:59:15,360 --> 00:59:23,380 Gunter's, 645 00:59:23,380 --> 00:59:28,900 the pinnacle we were speaking of... Yes. 646 00:59:31,150 --> 00:59:35,590 I do not know what the pinnacle is, or means, or where to find it, or how to 647 00:59:35,590 --> 00:59:36,428 acquire it. 648 00:59:36,430 --> 00:59:38,450 What is a pinnacle? 649 00:59:39,410 --> 00:59:41,370 Have you discussed this with John? My husband? 650 00:59:41,850 --> 00:59:44,350 I cannot very well admit I have not known this entire time. 651 00:59:45,610 --> 00:59:47,410 Francesca, it is common. 652 00:59:48,170 --> 00:59:51,690 Think about when you were learning piano 40. Penelope, I beg you. No similes, no 653 00:59:51,690 --> 00:59:54,110 analogies, no sentimentalities. I just need answers. 654 00:59:56,630 --> 00:59:57,630 Very well. 655 00:59:58,310 --> 01:00:03,660 Um, it is... A sensation that 656 01:00:03,660 --> 01:00:09,200 occurs between your legs and spreads throughout your entire body. Your heart 657 01:00:09,200 --> 01:00:13,820 will begin to race. You may gasp for air or shout into the night. It would feel 658 01:00:13,820 --> 01:00:14,980 like the height of pleasure. 659 01:00:19,560 --> 01:00:24,180 It cannot always only be achieved through the action of love. It can help 660 01:00:24,180 --> 01:00:28,240 spontaneous, to create a sense of excitement or anticipation, like a bird 661 01:00:28,240 --> 01:00:29,520 staring at a warm biscuit. 662 01:00:30,380 --> 01:00:31,820 Forgive me. No more similes. 663 01:00:33,140 --> 01:00:35,800 Oh, Francesca. 664 01:00:36,400 --> 01:00:37,920 What a surprise to see you here. 665 01:00:38,900 --> 01:00:39,900 Eloise. 666 01:00:40,980 --> 01:00:45,300 Yes, we were just discussing... Marriage. 667 01:00:46,380 --> 01:00:48,080 Tedious married people thing. 668 01:00:48,320 --> 01:00:52,800 Do not tell me. Are you exhausted by the terribly onerous task of selecting the 669 01:00:52,800 --> 01:00:53,800 right spoon? 670 01:00:55,320 --> 01:00:56,400 Biscuits, actually. 671 01:00:56,880 --> 01:00:59,100 Yes, how to keep them warm. 672 01:01:12,020 --> 01:01:13,060 Lady Bridgerton. 673 01:01:15,500 --> 01:01:16,880 Apologies for the intrusion. 674 01:01:17,160 --> 01:01:18,200 It is anything but. 675 01:01:18,500 --> 01:01:19,720 I'm delighted to see you. 676 01:01:49,400 --> 01:01:54,640 I wanted to tell you... Well, I feel it would be best if I shared with you... 677 01:01:54,640 --> 01:01:58,140 No, let me say this, or I shall swoon from embarrassment. I may swoon 678 01:01:58,140 --> 01:01:59,140 regardless. 679 01:02:00,720 --> 01:02:05,320 It has been a long time since I spent time alone with someone, a man. 680 01:02:06,020 --> 01:02:11,340 I have never... Edmund was my husband, and there was no -one after him, so I 681 01:02:11,340 --> 01:02:14,920 that part of myself away when he died. Well, if you do not wish to... No, I 682 01:02:14,920 --> 01:02:16,080 to. I wish to very much. 683 01:02:16,430 --> 01:02:17,430 Oh, very much. 684 01:02:18,290 --> 01:02:19,169 Very much. 685 01:02:19,170 --> 01:02:22,990 It is. Well, there are the children. My children and they are marvellous, but 686 01:02:22,990 --> 01:02:27,490 all of them, they are like dogs on a fox hunt. I cannot be their fox. 687 01:02:28,390 --> 01:02:32,350 We would need to be discreet, and I cannot cause them any harm. 688 01:02:33,770 --> 01:02:36,770 I certainly cannot answer the questions they will have. I can barely speak to 689 01:02:36,770 --> 01:02:40,150 you, and you are the person that... I cannot be their fox. If I may... No, 690 01:02:40,150 --> 01:02:42,470 is more. I... No, I am... 691 01:02:43,810 --> 01:02:48,110 Mature now, my body... Well, I have had eight children with this body, and I'm 692 01:02:48,110 --> 01:02:49,850 different now. All of me is different. 693 01:02:50,430 --> 01:02:51,430 How will that be? 694 01:02:51,690 --> 01:02:58,330 It worked with Edmund very well, but I do not know if it was because it was my 695 01:02:58,330 --> 01:03:02,190 Edmund or... Will it feel like that with another? Well, how could it? 696 01:03:02,550 --> 01:03:03,550 Perhaps it can. 697 01:03:04,250 --> 01:03:08,390 I want it to. I want to be seen and touched... 698 01:03:08,390 --> 01:03:12,190 ..by you. 699 01:03:24,040 --> 01:03:27,820 I understand if this makes you... I will not blame you if hearing all this you 700 01:03:27,820 --> 01:03:28,820 do not want me. 701 01:03:47,520 --> 01:03:48,520 I want you. 702 01:03:50,160 --> 01:03:52,340 If possible, I want you more. 703 01:03:55,180 --> 01:03:56,180 me yourself. 704 01:03:57,360 --> 01:03:58,360 I'm grateful. 705 01:04:00,480 --> 01:04:01,860 We need be in no hurry. 706 01:04:03,220 --> 01:04:06,680 I'm content as long as I'm in your presence. 707 01:05:22,220 --> 01:05:28,960 Of tempests and butterflies, this author does believe in the power of a little 708 01:05:28,960 --> 01:05:31,920 thing to change the circumstances of the world. 709 01:05:40,240 --> 01:05:46,540 But sometimes, no matter how hard a little thing flaps its wings... 710 01:05:46,540 --> 01:05:50,600 I assume you have a route to London you wish to offer? 711 01:05:56,430 --> 01:06:01,670 If the wind blows the wrong way... No. 712 01:06:02,430 --> 01:06:03,930 This would not be my place. 713 01:06:05,270 --> 01:06:09,170 Everything goes back to exactly the way it was.