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- Why are you here? - I had to see you.

- What's going on? - I was at your place with Claudine.

To celebrate her birthday.

Goodness, you, her sister Carole...

- Not Carole. - She was there when we got home.

- Not with me. - I drove them home.

Look...

We smoked a joint and then...

Don't get angry. Okay?

Am I an angry person?

Your son surprised us.

I'm so ashamed!

"Surprised"...?

In your bedroom.

I had your wife's dress on.

Jean!

Claudine said I looked stunning.

I'm sure you did.

What will you tell your son if he mentions it?

We'll see tomorrow.

So, you're not mad?

How could I be mad at you?

Take care, Marc.

Thanks for coming.

We don't need words.

The fact that you're here means so much.

If there's anything we can do, don't hesitate to call.

Thank you.

- Just let us know. - Thanks.

In the Law of Moses, he orders us to stone to death

that kind of woman.

What do you say?

That's when Jesus spoke those wise words:

"Let he who is without sin

"cast the first stone."

Let he who has never made a mistake...

Who here among us has never made an error?

Who are we to judge our neighbour?

It was a short journey

that we made together, my angel.

But you gave us a lifetime of joy.

You left as you came into our lives:

wisely,

discreetly,

and gently.

Now, Herve, I ask you to watch over us.

Protect your mum and dad

who must now live without you.

I'd like you to look at me, my great Marc.

I want to say, darling, you've been a wonderful dad.

I love you, Marc.

Even more with this hardship we face.

FIRES

I'm not sure, but...

if he pleads guilty,

he serves time.

Maybe life.

He's not a murderer. Anyone could do it.

He must plead not guilty.

Still, he forgot a child in a car.

Mylene was moving. And her words to Marc.

You okay, Mum?

Sit down

for a minute.

It's okay.

Can I get you some food?

I'm not hungry, Mum.

I won't tell anyone.

Don't worry.

How old were you

when he died? - 15.

Two years between us.

Were you close?

Not enough for him to confide in you

and tell you he was seeing Dr Lemaire.

The adultery parable was fitting.

Come, Steph. Let's get some air.

She's distraught.

Take it easy.

It isn't the time. Think of the others.

- He creeps me out. - Steph, we're off soon.

She's finding it hard.

I'll be off too, then. You're the only ones I know here.

Francine...

I wanted to thank you.

I'm very grateful you stayed for Steph's ball.

- It was nothing. - No, no. Really.

I could see you took the little one's death hard.

- Put work second. - That doesn't worry me.

Take all the time you need.

- I owe you big time. - No, you owe me nothing.

You'd have done the same.

Can I help you?

The toilets.

- At the end of the corridor, right. - Thanks.

I'll be right back.

- I hate myself. - It's not your fault.

How do you expect me to feel?

I'm the one who forgot my son.

- If I hadn't answered your text... - If I hadn't sent it...

How do we live, now?

When I go back to court, I'll plead guilty.

But you pleaded not guilty.

That was just a strategy.

For Mylene. To protect her.

Now, I've got 2 months to prepare her for the prospect.

It's the only way to avoid a trial.

But you'll go to prison.

It's the price to pay for protecting you and your family.

No! It doesn't make sense.

It hurts. It hurts so bad...

Claudine...

Alex, help me, please.

I'm not sure what to do.

- Come, Marc. - Marc, it'll be all right.

- I don't know. - Thanks, Alex.

Usually, only one person is sick.

The healthy one takes care of the other.

We're both in good health,

but it's strange.

When Mum died, how did you feel?

Guilty.

Lost.

But I had you.

I had to keep a brave face. For you.

I clung onto you. You saved me.

Do you think we pay for the errors we make?

What do you mean?

I don't know. Like...

serious mistakes, sins.

God is light.

God is kindness, God is love.

Any news from Marc?

No.

Can you imagine if it was you?

I saw in a magazine, or a documentary,

that over 90% of couples separate when a child dies.

- Don't know how he does it. - It's Mylene who's amazing.

I couldn't forgive him.

That's what love is.

If Alex did that, you'd be the same.

I'm not so sure.

I need change, need...

to refocus, to refocus myself.

Maybe...

start from zero again.

If it was up to me, I'd sell the house.

That's not the answer.

I know.

It's just that...

When everything reminds us...

I need...

It's hard.

How do you feel about selling?

I'm not opposed to it.

Removing traces of Herve won't ease the pain.

- You're right. - I'm not trying to be.

- I didn't mean it like that. - And starting from zero?

You erase everything and restart?

We carry on.

There was a time with Herve, now there's a time

when we live without him.

But how?

Helene and I have helped couples in our community.

I'm thinking of Rached,

who was having a hard time and planned to separate.

They came to us,

and...

we set up an exchange.

A dialogue with God centred on the gospel.

If you both believe.

Our son is dead.

That leaves a chasm between us and God won't fix that.

You know about relationships?

After your wife died, did you form a couple?

There were several women, but none stayed.

You have the nerve

to pass yourself off as marriage counsellor? Bullshit!

- Mylene... - It's okay, Helene.

Do you know something about Jacques?

"What were you doing with Jean Forget

"while your house was burning?"

It's Francine Forget.

- Are you sure? - They saw each other that night.

How does she know?

I don't know. She just said it.

There's more, hidden, I feel.

- No one sends an anonymous letter... - Ask Jacques.

You're right. Sorry, Mylene.

Here I am with this when you're going through... Sorry.

Forgive me.

Happy birthday, Mum.

For goodness sakes! A cake?

The funeral was the 22nd, so we're doing this today.

And we have a little gift.

"A gift"! No! Remi...

But I had a surprise party, that was enough.

Relax. I captured the best moments of the day for you.

- I didn't understand, before. - It doesn't matter.

You bit his head off.

- I said sorry. - It was uncomfortable for Helene.

I don't want to mix God into this.

I understand, but...

"But"... But what?

Do we call the shrink back?

- That's not what I meant. - We can if you want.

I don't know. You?

Maybe.

I'm losing myself.

I've been feeling confused for a while.

In fact, given your past...

- There are lots of... - Why d'you say that?

Surprise!

Happy birthday to you!

Still the most beautiful to me.

Yes, you lead, you manage...

you organise...

You want everything perfect.

Slow dancing.

After a day like this, it's hard to think, on Monday

we return to the treadmill.

It's so intense.

You don't want it to end.

Edmond!

- Sorry about that. - No, no. It's fine.

Leave the man. Come on.

Claudine?

- Are you okay? - Yes, yes.

Hi. A nice surprise.

Mylene's not here.

She's gone to get my new car.

Is your father well?

Yes. When I last heard,

he was in good shape.

And you?

- Your family are all well? - Yes.

Do you want a drink?

- Fill up my bottle? - Sure. No problem.

I was in Dominion Square

and thought of you. - That's nice.

- Want to see my office? - I'd love to.

Hairdressing, manicures, pedicures

They were seen kissing.

I'm sorry. Forgive me, Helene.

- Does Mylene know? - Yes.

That's an awful way for you to find out.

Did you know Jean loved Jacques?

No. I didn't even know he was going to him.

That's why I went to Claudine's birthday.

I was keen to talk to your boyfriend.

- Jean never mentioned him? - No, he didn't.

- When you came to church... - I wanted to talk about it.

- He sensed it. - Well, yeah.

How do you know someone saw Jacques and Jean?

It was Claudine's mother, Gisele.

She told Stephanie.

- You must think I'm ridiculous. - Not at all.

But why don't you talk to him?

I'm too scared.

I don't want to pry, but do you care about him?

Yes.

You love him?

Only you know why you're with him.

- I know what you're thinking. - It could put off your wedding.

The ball is in your court.

It can only come from you, now.

Jacques saved my life.

The Helene you see before you...

It's thanks to him that I survived.

When I met him 10 years ago, I was a mess.

When I met Jacques,

I met the Lord.

Faith put me back on my feet.

I don't care if they loved each other,

but if he beat Jean senseless,

I don't know what I might do.

- I wasn't sure if... - You did the right thing.

Thank you so much.

Can you send me it?

Yes.

It's done.

Thanks.

You might remember,

the first time we met, at your house,

I wanted to take a year's sabbatical

to have another child or to write a novel.

I'm not doing either, it turns out.

Why do you say that?

What's stopping you having another child?

I don't want a placebo child.

- Why did you go there? - How to know

Helene would find it.

But you could have guessed.

- Will she talk to him? - Please.

- Well... - I think so.

Will she tell you after?

What do you think?

We're almost there, that's what counts.

We'll find out who hurt Jean.

No. Enough of your snooping.

Tell your mum everything.

If you want.

If she learns from someone else,

she'll take it badly, I don't want to go behind her back.

And the novel?

My mind's elsewhere.

One day.

Plenty of notes.

I'm fleshing out characters.

Well, two lovers.

There's something missing. The backbone. A twist.

Anyway!

I know.

I don't know what to think.

Lots of people know, actually.

Sorry, I don't follow you, Mylene.

My father-in-law and Jean Forget,

seen on the night of the fire, kissing.

- You didn't know? - Who told you?

Francine Forget.

I don't believe it.

How could she know?

I've no idea.

Marc must wonder where I am. I left at 9 am.

It's crazy, I don't know what got into me.

I was on the motorway...

On my way to the car dealer.

Marc's getting a new car. His old one has memories.

Suddenly, it gripped me.

It was strong.

I wanted to visit the place Herve spent his last moments.

I parked there, where Marc had left his car.

It's a busy street.

That surprised me. People kept coming.

For 5 minutes, I counted the people who went passed.

62.

In 5 minutes.

No one could see Herve inside the car.

Then, I went...

I went to Dominion Square.

I sat there for an hour and a half, like Marc's meeting with the man.

No, it was a woman.

1 hour and a half is a long time.

I mean, it's longer when you're alone.

It's a funny place to make a property deal.

Clients, you know...

There are all kinds.

I...

I couldn't stop thinking...

that while Marc, sitting on a bench,

talked about important things

with his female client,

my poor little Herve...

I hope he didn't wake up.

I hope he didn't realise that he was alone.

I hope he didn't cry.

Someone would have heard.

You think?

From Stephanie: All the best for work

We're thinking of you. Steph and family

Very handsome.

Thanks.

Did you reply to Alex's invitation?

No.

- Shall I? - You want to go?

- You don't? - I don't know.

A housewarming party...

There'll be lots of people.

Go without me.

We go together or not at all.

I'll think about it. No rush. When is it?

In a fortnight.

Don't want to bother them.

Come on, you...

People feel awkward.

That's all in your mind.

Before Herve died, the Mahers were a big deal.

And then...

A lot has changed since Herve died.

You okay?

Yes.

Some of you must be wondering how I can live with it.

It's all right.

I'd think the same.

It shoots through my body and my mind, I won't hide it.

It's...

awful what happened.

I can't stop you feeling bad or caring, but...

life must go on.

My wife Mylene is...

incredible.

Actually, what I want to say is...

It's good to be back.

Seeing you helps me feel better.

I love you

I don't know why,

but I can't sleep.

Is this recent?

In the last 3 weeks.

Any worries?

No.

Work problems?

That's okay.

At home?

If you could just give me something for a few nights.

I'd like to examine you.

Please come this way.

Marc?

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Friends, open your diaries. I'd like to share

a major event in my life and Helene's.

Right here, on Labour Day weekend,

we'll celebrate our union.

We're getting married.

- Going to the pool, Mum? - No.

- It's Wednesday. - That's right.

It's self-neglect. You've missed 3 swims.

A heavy pan might do the trick.

- Let's go. - No. I don't want to.

- Go on, a swim will do you good. - I'm tired.

- Exactly. Go! - I said no!

Stop nagging me!

Okay. Thanks, that's perfect.

What's up with her?

Something's wrong.

It's not easy.

Hot flushes?

I agree with you.

Good, I'm not going mad.

- Is something bothering you? - No.

I was a bit surprised when you announced...

That was the idea: to surprise you.

Yes, but...

I would have liked it if you'd warned me first.

We're good like this.

If something works, why change it?

We never talked about getting married

but suddenly, it's happening.

I could turn your question around.

Why the sudden doubts?

Why now?

What's changed in a short time?

Something feels forced.

"Forced"?

I don't know. I feel it less.

- Changed your mind? - No, it's not that.

It's like a calling to me.

A desire to share it all with you, to formalise our love.

It's that simple.

Since Marc's son died, nothing's the same.

Exactly, talking about Marc, reminds me...

You know, when we had Champagne after the solicitor...

Well, your mother was going to the pool...

and I had to go home.

Marc drove us.

And the, I know it's silly...

but it was logical to drop Claudine off first,

and then me, wasn't it? - Of course.

So, it's really weird.

I could see and feel

that Marc wanted to drop her off after me.

It felt like I was ruining their plans.

So, I didn't insist.

But now, thinking back...

- What happened? - He dropped me home first.

Can you help us with the deck chairs?

Sure.

You should have woken me.

You needed to sleep.

- You've lost weight. - No.

It looks like it.

Are you free?

As free as air.

I'd like to talk.

I'm pretty sure why.

I'm glad you got the message.

What message?

- You want a drink? - After, when I'm done.

Sorry to bother you.

Will it take long?

20 minutes, half an hour.

I'll start on dinner, slice the vegetables.

Sorry.

- What's going on in her head? - I told her to tell you.

I was sick of going behind your back.

Thanks. I appreciate it.

What about you...

How did you know Jean and Dr Lemaire were seen together?

Your mother told Steph.

Perhaps it's crossed your mind,

but...

look...

Naturally, it depends on you, but...

We could try for another baby.

No.

Work's going well, but...

I want it to be 9 to 5 now.

Stop it.

No, but I was stupid.

- You're saying that to please me. - No.

- I know you. - No. I want to stop...

- The whirlwind. - I don't believe you.

I'm not used to this.

It's good that you come home earlier now, but...

But what?

You're pacing up and down.

- No, I'm not. - You're bored here at home.

Where did that come from? I don't want you alone at night.

- I'm used to it. - Before, Herve...

I don't know, Herve's gone, you're here.

Hang on, that came out wrong.

- I don't mind you being here... - All of this is normal.

It's a period of transition.

I can see your efforts to keep us afloat.

I'm aware of it.

But that worries me the most.

I don't want you to force it.

- I'm not forcing it. - Marc.

I'm not.

I don't want you to do everything right.

Why not?

Well, because...

Because I...

I can't blame you.

I can't. I want to blame you, but I can't.

You have every reason in the world to blame me.

But how would I look?

Heartless?

It's my fault.

You're angry at me?

Say it.

Say it, Mylene.

It's all right, say it.

- Say it. - Yes.

Yes. Yes, I blame you!

I blame you for wrecking our lives. Our life!

We have no life now.

How could you?

How could you? How could anyone forget their child?

Can you keep a secret?

What do you think?

I did something bad, Francine.

I don't know if I'll ever forgive myself.

What's going on?

The night the Lemaires' house burned down,

after Dr Lemaire drove us home...

What's that on you?

Oh yeah...

You know, my crush,

it isn't on a guy from school.

- It's not? - No.

If I tell you, will you keep it secret?

The last person I thought I'd see again was Francine.

If true, it's horrific.

You know nothing. We know nothing.

Don't worry about that.

Tell you something.

It will all come out in the end.

Subtitles: ECLAIR