1 00:00:41,920 --> 00:00:45,960 BIRDSONG, CHILDREN LAUGHING 2 00:00:48,520 --> 00:00:52,480 ANN: 'Is the heart capable of boundless love? 3 00:00:58,560 --> 00:01:02,680 'Or as it gives to one, does it take from another? 4 00:01:13,600 --> 00:01:16,640 'Must there always be winners and losers?' 5 00:01:26,560 --> 00:01:28,600 GRUNTING 6 00:01:28,640 --> 00:01:30,560 'Can you still lose... 7 00:01:32,440 --> 00:01:34,720 '..even when you think you've won?' 8 00:01:34,760 --> 00:01:37,080 PANTING 9 00:01:41,760 --> 00:01:48,040 'And is the game of love... ever really over?' 10 00:02:06,400 --> 00:02:07,520 Here. 11 00:02:07,560 --> 00:02:08,920 Let me. 12 00:02:23,680 --> 00:02:25,720 Leave it on. 13 00:02:25,760 --> 00:02:27,240 It suits you. 14 00:02:36,360 --> 00:02:38,760 DOOR OPENS AND CLOSES 15 00:02:45,280 --> 00:02:47,480 For God's sake, stop fiddling! 16 00:02:47,520 --> 00:02:48,680 Here. 17 00:02:48,720 --> 00:02:50,240 Get out! 18 00:02:54,400 --> 00:02:56,080 Stupid girl, she's hopeless. 19 00:02:56,120 --> 00:02:58,040 Here, let me. 20 00:03:05,880 --> 00:03:07,840 Any word from Papa? 21 00:03:09,360 --> 00:03:10,840 I haven't given him much thought. 22 00:03:23,960 --> 00:03:26,040 Do we think Jo will come skulking back in time? 23 00:03:26,080 --> 00:03:27,200 DOG BARKS 24 00:03:27,240 --> 00:03:29,800 I can't fathom what possessed him to leave home at all. 25 00:03:29,840 --> 00:03:32,320 He's still waltzing round the office bold as brass. 26 00:03:32,360 --> 00:03:33,760 LAUGHTER Poor Frances. 27 00:03:33,800 --> 00:03:36,920 She's done her best, but she's never managed to tame him. 28 00:03:36,960 --> 00:03:39,000 Of course, you scarcely know them, but trust me, 29 00:03:39,040 --> 00:03:41,160 Frances will be smarting. 30 00:03:44,280 --> 00:03:45,640 Please continue. 31 00:03:48,560 --> 00:03:50,160 Of what were we speaking? 32 00:03:50,200 --> 00:03:52,120 Ah. 33 00:03:53,240 --> 00:03:54,960 Wha... CLEARS THROAT 34 00:03:55,000 --> 00:03:57,080 Of how no-one knows what goes on inside a marriage... 35 00:03:58,440 --> 00:04:00,040 ..except the two people in it. 36 00:04:01,280 --> 00:04:03,400 I beg to differ. 37 00:04:03,440 --> 00:04:06,560 What you and Soames have is plain for all to see. 38 00:04:06,600 --> 00:04:07,880 Hmm. 39 00:04:07,920 --> 00:04:09,680 We're off to the park. 40 00:04:09,720 --> 00:04:11,320 Would you care to join us? 41 00:04:11,360 --> 00:04:13,800 That's kind, but I'm meeting June. 42 00:04:13,840 --> 00:04:15,720 What fun. 43 00:04:15,760 --> 00:04:19,040 So lovely that June has a companion her own age. 44 00:04:19,080 --> 00:04:20,280 Shall we go? 45 00:04:22,160 --> 00:04:25,520 Your wife has a mind of her own. 46 00:04:30,040 --> 00:04:32,440 But isn't that why you married her? 47 00:04:32,480 --> 00:04:33,840 Of course. 48 00:04:56,920 --> 00:04:58,960 I, erm... I may have got carried away. 49 00:04:59,000 --> 00:05:00,440 Glad I was spared. 50 00:05:00,480 --> 00:05:02,080 THEY LAUGH 51 00:05:04,960 --> 00:05:06,280 Well, I should leave you in peace. 52 00:05:07,320 --> 00:05:08,960 Move into my club. 53 00:05:09,000 --> 00:05:10,320 No, you don't need to do that, 54 00:05:10,360 --> 00:05:14,160 but maybe you should ask Frances to reconsider her terms? 55 00:05:30,840 --> 00:05:33,960 Dear Frances, where have you been? 56 00:05:34,000 --> 00:05:36,800 No-one's seen you or dear Jolyon in weeks. 57 00:05:36,840 --> 00:05:39,400 We've been enjoying the peace and quiet of home. 58 00:05:39,440 --> 00:05:41,560 Then perhaps you've not heard? 59 00:05:41,600 --> 00:05:46,200 Our own dear Horatio, engaged to young Countess Avery. 60 00:05:46,240 --> 00:05:48,280 A fellow moth enthusiast? 61 00:05:48,320 --> 00:05:52,400 Sweet girl who matches him in temperament and rank. 62 00:05:52,440 --> 00:05:53,960 And how is June? 63 00:05:54,000 --> 00:05:55,480 And Soames? 64 00:05:55,520 --> 00:05:58,440 You Forsytes make such bold matrimonial choices. 65 00:05:59,760 --> 00:06:02,560 Shall we see you at the Parker Barringtons? 66 00:06:02,600 --> 00:06:06,640 If you prefer to keep a low profile, I do understand. 67 00:06:06,680 --> 00:06:08,760 SHE CHUCKLES 68 00:06:15,000 --> 00:06:16,800 Pure speculation. 69 00:06:19,120 --> 00:06:20,960 But if people are starting to question? 70 00:06:22,240 --> 00:06:24,120 SHE SIGHS 71 00:06:24,160 --> 00:06:26,240 HORSE WHINNIES 72 00:06:26,280 --> 00:06:28,160 DOG BARKS 73 00:06:28,200 --> 00:06:30,200 HUBBUB OF VOICES 74 00:06:33,840 --> 00:06:35,040 Where are we going? 75 00:06:35,080 --> 00:06:37,840 You must promise not to tell, because Soames would be furious. 76 00:06:37,880 --> 00:06:39,160 Soames? 77 00:06:39,200 --> 00:06:44,480 PIANO PLAYS 78 00:07:00,520 --> 00:07:02,480 Isn't she enchanting? 79 00:07:06,960 --> 00:07:08,240 Extraordinary. 80 00:07:18,680 --> 00:07:20,640 Morning, sir. 81 00:07:20,680 --> 00:07:22,400 Jolyon... 82 00:07:22,440 --> 00:07:26,600 will you be making an appearance at the gala? 83 00:07:26,640 --> 00:07:28,480 He will indeed, cousin. 84 00:07:28,520 --> 00:07:32,280 In fact, he will be giving the opening address. 85 00:07:32,320 --> 00:07:34,680 It is, after all, the 50th anniversary, 86 00:07:34,720 --> 00:07:37,320 and so highly appropriate for the heir apparent, 87 00:07:37,360 --> 00:07:40,080 at this great juncture in our company's history, 88 00:07:40,120 --> 00:07:42,800 to lay out his vision for the future. 89 00:07:45,160 --> 00:07:49,320 As for your marital situation, it is not ideal. 90 00:07:52,720 --> 00:07:53,960 So mend it. 91 00:07:54,000 --> 00:07:56,080 Then return home to your excellent wife, 92 00:07:56,120 --> 00:07:59,560 who has done absolutely nothing to merit your desertion, 93 00:07:59,600 --> 00:08:03,440 and thus allay any doubts about your fitness to lead. 94 00:08:03,480 --> 00:08:06,440 Is this actually something you want? As in? 95 00:08:06,480 --> 00:08:08,600 Did you ever really intend to retire? 96 00:08:08,640 --> 00:08:11,240 Why would you doubt it? Because you're still young, 97 00:08:11,280 --> 00:08:13,280 and the fact that you keep pushing me... 98 00:08:13,320 --> 00:08:15,800 Tells you that I was nowhere near ready to take a back seat? 99 00:08:15,840 --> 00:08:17,600 Well, perhaps you're right. 100 00:08:17,640 --> 00:08:21,720 But having seen you make the right call, 101 00:08:21,760 --> 00:08:24,240 when I so spectacularly failed to do so... 102 00:08:25,960 --> 00:08:28,200 ..I am content with my decision. 103 00:08:40,080 --> 00:08:42,800 SOFT PIANO MUSIC 104 00:08:42,840 --> 00:08:44,800 It's been a struggle. 105 00:08:44,840 --> 00:08:46,400 But trust me, I have a plan. 106 00:08:46,440 --> 00:08:48,000 Ah, my dear. 107 00:08:48,040 --> 00:08:51,200 You and I understand each other. Always have. 108 00:08:51,240 --> 00:08:52,560 Knew from the moment we met 109 00:08:52,600 --> 00:08:55,160 that you would be the jewel in our crown. Hmm. 110 00:08:55,200 --> 00:08:59,240 Our task now is to bring the boy home in time for the gala. 111 00:08:59,280 --> 00:09:00,760 Leave that to me. 112 00:09:00,800 --> 00:09:02,840 IRENE: I'll show you Paris one day, where I grew up. 113 00:09:02,880 --> 00:09:05,520 The city of romance, ballet and... and scandal. 114 00:09:05,560 --> 00:09:07,000 JUNE: You must. 115 00:09:07,040 --> 00:09:08,040 THEY LAUGH 116 00:09:10,640 --> 00:09:13,360 I'd like to thank you for allowing us to watch you dance. 117 00:09:14,800 --> 00:09:17,280 IRENE: My pleasure. JUNE: No, ours. 118 00:09:17,320 --> 00:09:19,280 Would you excuse me, Pa? Mm-hm. 119 00:09:19,320 --> 00:09:22,600 JUNE LAUGHS You wouldn't! 120 00:09:22,640 --> 00:09:24,560 Oh, I would. My dear? 121 00:09:24,600 --> 00:09:26,000 Shall we go? 122 00:09:27,080 --> 00:09:28,440 Must we? 123 00:09:28,480 --> 00:09:30,160 Mm. 124 00:09:49,520 --> 00:09:52,040 You used to say you never wanted children. 125 00:09:52,080 --> 00:09:55,240 I also said I wanted to live in a hut in Tahiti and paint sunsets. 126 00:09:55,280 --> 00:09:56,920 What happened to that plan, eh? 127 00:09:59,480 --> 00:10:01,320 At least I'll get to watch your child grow up. 128 00:10:01,360 --> 00:10:04,040 And have some influence in their life. 129 00:10:05,560 --> 00:10:08,640 Try not to set a... bad example. 130 00:10:08,680 --> 00:10:10,720 And to your own children? 131 00:10:11,960 --> 00:10:14,280 I think we both know you still have much to give. 132 00:10:34,680 --> 00:10:36,320 You seem a little out of sorts. 133 00:10:38,720 --> 00:10:40,680 Perhaps I'm still mourning. 134 00:10:40,720 --> 00:10:42,040 Your father? 135 00:10:42,080 --> 00:10:44,240 My life. 136 00:10:44,280 --> 00:10:46,200 Or rather the one I was promised. 137 00:10:46,240 --> 00:10:49,840 My dear, need we revisit this? 138 00:10:49,880 --> 00:10:51,120 Paris was a beautiful dream. 139 00:10:51,160 --> 00:10:52,720 Which you led me to believe you shared. 140 00:10:52,760 --> 00:10:54,640 But for reasons beyond our control... 141 00:10:54,680 --> 00:10:55,680 We are here. 142 00:10:57,840 --> 00:10:59,600 And there is much to be grateful for. 143 00:10:59,640 --> 00:11:00,960 There is. 144 00:11:02,160 --> 00:11:04,160 But I cannot pretend it's what I would have chosen. 145 00:11:10,680 --> 00:11:13,520 HUBBUB OF VOICES 146 00:11:21,280 --> 00:11:23,280 APPROACHING FOOTSTEPS 147 00:11:36,680 --> 00:11:38,040 CHUCKLES QUIETLY 148 00:11:44,880 --> 00:11:47,000 SOAMES CLEARS THROAT 149 00:11:47,040 --> 00:11:49,400 I take it you don't expect visitors. 150 00:11:52,480 --> 00:11:54,880 No, not as a rule. 151 00:11:54,920 --> 00:11:57,040 I have a question. Yes? 152 00:11:58,240 --> 00:12:02,400 Why would a gentleman trust the architect of such... squalor... 153 00:12:03,880 --> 00:12:06,240 ..with the design and build of a country house? 154 00:12:06,280 --> 00:12:08,800 Well, if you're at all familiar with the creative process... 155 00:12:08,840 --> 00:12:11,320 I'm familiar with the works of great artists. 156 00:12:11,360 --> 00:12:15,600 Then you'll appreciate that chaos can be the mother of inspiration. 157 00:12:15,640 --> 00:12:16,960 Hmm. 158 00:12:17,000 --> 00:12:22,000 And in your... inspired opinion... 159 00:12:23,520 --> 00:12:25,000 ..were a gentleman to contemplate 160 00:12:25,040 --> 00:12:27,480 the commissioning of a country house, 161 00:12:27,520 --> 00:12:29,440 where would he begin? 162 00:12:33,560 --> 00:12:35,800 ISAAC: You have a visitor. 163 00:12:35,840 --> 00:12:37,360 Waiting in the boardroom. 164 00:12:50,480 --> 00:12:51,920 Harry Falconer. 165 00:12:54,160 --> 00:12:55,440 Yes? 166 00:12:55,480 --> 00:12:59,200 Your father and uncle refuse to offer compensation, 167 00:12:59,240 --> 00:13:03,160 so you will cover his losses from funds that I'll provide. 168 00:13:03,200 --> 00:13:04,640 Why would you provide? 169 00:13:04,680 --> 00:13:07,000 Call it a moral obligation. 170 00:13:08,920 --> 00:13:11,280 Your late grandfather and I, we... 171 00:13:12,320 --> 00:13:13,760 ..we knew his mother. 172 00:13:13,800 --> 00:13:15,200 Who was she? 173 00:13:15,240 --> 00:13:16,960 After she fell on hard times, 174 00:13:17,000 --> 00:13:21,680 your grandfather provided a home, a family, a trust for the child, 175 00:13:21,720 --> 00:13:23,480 which has recently matured, 176 00:13:23,520 --> 00:13:26,640 and was squandered on your uncle's advice 177 00:13:26,680 --> 00:13:28,120 in the gold mine debacle. 178 00:13:28,160 --> 00:13:29,800 And the child's father? 179 00:13:31,000 --> 00:13:32,600 I couldn't tell you. 180 00:13:33,760 --> 00:13:35,640 Couldn't or won't? 181 00:13:40,360 --> 00:13:42,520 Kindly make the necessary arrangements. 182 00:13:43,880 --> 00:13:46,080 And while you're at it... Yes? 183 00:13:46,120 --> 00:13:48,120 Your own affairs. 184 00:13:48,160 --> 00:13:50,200 Get a grip on them, dear. 185 00:13:51,400 --> 00:13:53,240 It'll be the making of you. 186 00:14:01,840 --> 00:14:04,880 HE SIGHS 187 00:14:04,920 --> 00:14:07,400 CHATTERING VOICES 188 00:14:30,680 --> 00:14:33,160 SHE SIGHS 189 00:14:57,040 --> 00:14:58,440 What a flattering gown. 190 00:14:58,480 --> 00:15:01,400 Miss Louisa? Alas, no. 191 00:15:01,440 --> 00:15:04,720 I was obliged to discontinue our arrangement. 192 00:15:04,760 --> 00:15:07,720 The service was... disappointing. 193 00:15:07,760 --> 00:15:11,080 Oh, you surprise me. I find her excellent. 194 00:15:11,120 --> 00:15:12,480 Ah. 195 00:15:12,520 --> 00:15:15,360 Although tediously she's now moved to the back of beyond. 196 00:15:15,400 --> 00:15:17,200 Can't imagine why. 197 00:15:17,240 --> 00:15:20,560 Perhaps she feared condemnation after her brave confession. 198 00:15:20,600 --> 00:15:23,760 So courageous. Indeed. 199 00:15:23,800 --> 00:15:26,920 The cause of fallen women. Such a complex one. 200 00:15:26,960 --> 00:15:28,440 Is it not? 201 00:15:37,400 --> 00:15:38,880 SOAMES: What is this place? 202 00:15:38,920 --> 00:15:41,040 PHILIP: I believe it's called Robin Hill. 203 00:15:45,800 --> 00:15:47,520 Your experience is limited. 204 00:15:48,800 --> 00:15:50,360 I graduated top of my year. 205 00:15:52,920 --> 00:15:55,640 Youthful enthusiasm is no substitute for skill. 206 00:15:55,680 --> 00:15:58,720 One certainly wouldn't wish to pay a premium for it. 207 00:15:58,760 --> 00:16:03,800 Indeed, one would expect that any fee, however small, 208 00:16:03,840 --> 00:16:05,680 would be gratefully seized upon. 209 00:16:05,720 --> 00:16:07,240 Then one would be mistaken. 210 00:16:07,280 --> 00:16:11,320 I do not underestimate my worth, however others may choose to. 211 00:16:12,440 --> 00:16:13,760 HE CHUCKLES 212 00:16:20,480 --> 00:16:24,680 So, an uncritical presumption of need, 213 00:16:24,720 --> 00:16:28,200 a commitment to provide unconditional support, 214 00:16:28,240 --> 00:16:31,280 so that these women can begin to help themselves... 215 00:16:32,800 --> 00:16:35,280 ..as dear Louisa has demonstrated. 216 00:16:35,320 --> 00:16:37,920 MURMURS OF AGREEMENT 217 00:16:37,960 --> 00:16:42,320 And yet, might some of these women benefit more 218 00:16:42,360 --> 00:16:44,520 from an atonement-based model? 219 00:16:44,560 --> 00:16:46,040 LADY CARTERET: Atonement? 220 00:16:47,040 --> 00:16:48,360 Interesting word. 221 00:16:48,400 --> 00:16:50,200 As you know, 222 00:16:50,240 --> 00:16:53,520 our aim is never to judge, but to support. 223 00:16:54,640 --> 00:16:56,120 Whether or not they deserve it? 224 00:16:57,600 --> 00:16:59,680 Well, I know I speak for many, when I say 225 00:16:59,720 --> 00:17:03,560 that to ignore some of the damage done by these women 226 00:17:03,600 --> 00:17:05,800 to decent, upstanding families 227 00:17:05,840 --> 00:17:08,840 is an obstacle to many who might wish to contribute. 228 00:17:10,280 --> 00:17:12,600 Perhaps you should form your own charity - 229 00:17:12,640 --> 00:17:15,480 one that prizes correction and penance 230 00:17:15,520 --> 00:17:17,760 above indiscriminate hand-outs. 231 00:17:18,840 --> 00:17:20,120 I wish you luck. 232 00:17:20,160 --> 00:17:22,240 MURMURS 233 00:17:24,120 --> 00:17:26,520 WOMAN: Really, this is very uncouth. 234 00:17:26,560 --> 00:17:28,760 I sense you have your reasons. 235 00:17:31,720 --> 00:17:33,720 You must do what you think best. 236 00:18:10,960 --> 00:18:12,720 When could you commence? 237 00:18:12,760 --> 00:18:15,160 I'm sorry? You wish to...? 238 00:18:15,200 --> 00:18:18,280 Commission some preliminary drawings, 239 00:18:18,320 --> 00:18:20,360 so that I may assess your suitability. 240 00:18:20,400 --> 00:18:22,080 At once, if you wish. 241 00:18:25,360 --> 00:18:28,760 You will, however, refrain from discussing our arrangement, 242 00:18:28,800 --> 00:18:31,040 with anyone. 243 00:18:31,080 --> 00:18:32,680 Particularly my wife. 244 00:18:32,720 --> 00:18:35,160 You understand that this is to be a surprise. 245 00:18:37,200 --> 00:18:38,560 Of course. 246 00:19:04,960 --> 00:19:06,480 What is it? Tell me. 247 00:19:07,680 --> 00:19:09,280 I was ordered not to say. 248 00:19:11,320 --> 00:19:12,480 By whom? 249 00:19:13,560 --> 00:19:15,280 Soames Forsyte. 250 00:19:15,320 --> 00:19:17,200 What on earth could he have to say? 251 00:19:45,920 --> 00:19:47,640 Hey. 252 00:19:47,680 --> 00:19:49,200 May I speak with your mama? 253 00:19:49,240 --> 00:19:50,760 Mama went out. 254 00:19:52,000 --> 00:19:53,440 Oh. Will you come in? 255 00:19:53,480 --> 00:19:55,000 I'll ask Hannah to make some tea. 256 00:19:58,160 --> 00:20:00,640 Yes. But only for a moment. SHE GIGGLES 257 00:20:09,600 --> 00:20:11,600 You like painting? I do. 258 00:20:11,640 --> 00:20:13,680 But Mama says I must practise more. 259 00:20:18,360 --> 00:20:19,720 Well, these are excellent. 260 00:20:20,800 --> 00:20:23,240 You've really captured the birds' feathers. 261 00:20:23,280 --> 00:20:25,680 Mama said you're good at drawing. 262 00:20:25,720 --> 00:20:27,480 Will you draw us? 263 00:20:27,520 --> 00:20:29,200 BOY GASPS 264 00:20:34,040 --> 00:20:35,560 I could. 265 00:20:37,760 --> 00:20:41,160 No, no, no. You... You go on painting. 266 00:20:47,600 --> 00:20:48,760 May I? 267 00:20:48,800 --> 00:20:50,320 Yeah. Yes. 268 00:21:04,000 --> 00:21:05,840 HOLLY: Much better than Jos. 269 00:21:07,080 --> 00:21:09,480 May we keep it? Mama will love it. 270 00:21:10,760 --> 00:21:12,200 I know something she'd like. 271 00:21:31,840 --> 00:21:34,160 APPROACHING FOOTSTEPS 272 00:21:35,480 --> 00:21:37,080 SHE LAUGHS 273 00:21:37,120 --> 00:21:39,120 Are you not bursting with joy? 274 00:21:39,160 --> 00:21:41,960 Oh, I know it's meant to be a secret, but of course you know. 275 00:21:42,000 --> 00:21:45,200 Phil's commission, to build a house for you and Soames? 276 00:21:45,240 --> 00:21:47,320 They agreed yesterday. 277 00:21:47,360 --> 00:21:48,680 Sorry, what? 278 00:21:48,720 --> 00:21:50,320 Did Soames not mention...? 279 00:21:52,360 --> 00:21:54,760 Oh, my God, I'm so sorry. 280 00:21:54,800 --> 00:21:57,360 Phil said it was a secret, but I never thought from you! 281 00:21:58,880 --> 00:22:01,440 You have to pretend when Soames tells you. 282 00:22:01,480 --> 00:22:03,520 Look surprised, or he'll be furious with me. 283 00:22:03,560 --> 00:22:06,640 But isn't it just the best of news? 284 00:22:06,680 --> 00:22:09,520 I can get married, you get a beautiful new house... 285 00:22:09,560 --> 00:22:11,800 HER VOICE FADES 286 00:22:18,600 --> 00:22:20,120 KNOCK AT DOOR 287 00:22:28,320 --> 00:22:30,440 Mrs Forsyte? 288 00:22:30,480 --> 00:22:32,840 Is your husband...? No. 289 00:22:33,960 --> 00:22:35,240 Won't you come in? 290 00:22:40,600 --> 00:22:42,760 Is this about the commission? No. 291 00:22:42,800 --> 00:22:46,160 Er, yes. I... hardly know. 292 00:22:46,200 --> 00:22:48,080 Do you have questions? 293 00:22:48,120 --> 00:22:49,600 Many. About the design? 294 00:22:49,640 --> 00:22:51,280 About the site. 295 00:22:51,320 --> 00:22:53,560 And the... purpose. 296 00:22:53,600 --> 00:22:55,040 The site I can answer for. 297 00:22:55,080 --> 00:22:56,920 Thirty miles from London, spectacular views, 298 00:22:56,960 --> 00:22:58,440 no other dwelling for miles around. 299 00:23:01,760 --> 00:23:03,080 As for the purpose... 300 00:23:05,360 --> 00:23:06,960 Is that not obvious? 301 00:23:09,680 --> 00:23:13,240 I shouldn't have come. I should be congratulating you and June. 302 00:23:13,280 --> 00:23:15,600 Your wedding can be sooner. Yes. 303 00:23:15,640 --> 00:23:18,640 I'm glad. It means the world to her. 304 00:23:21,840 --> 00:23:23,360 I'm sorry to have disturbed you. 305 00:23:34,200 --> 00:23:35,360 Mrs Forsyte! 306 00:23:39,280 --> 00:23:41,200 Mrs Forsyte! Forgive me. 307 00:23:43,760 --> 00:23:45,800 I could pretend to misunderstand your distress, 308 00:23:45,840 --> 00:23:48,800 but who would that serve? It was wrong of me to involve you. 309 00:23:48,840 --> 00:23:50,040 But how can I proceed, 310 00:23:50,080 --> 00:23:52,320 knowing that what I've been commissioned to build 311 00:23:52,360 --> 00:23:53,960 will effectively be your prison? 312 00:23:54,000 --> 00:23:56,000 That's not the word I used. 313 00:23:58,120 --> 00:23:59,400 It was implied. 314 00:24:04,040 --> 00:24:07,240 And is not... inaccurate. 315 00:24:07,280 --> 00:24:09,960 SHE SIGHS 316 00:24:11,720 --> 00:24:14,120 Then all that remains is to find a way to make a graceful exit. 317 00:24:15,960 --> 00:24:18,880 What... What do you mean? But I can't be the one. 318 00:24:18,920 --> 00:24:22,680 That will alert your husband and devastate June. 319 00:24:24,200 --> 00:24:26,440 I must make him withdraw of his own accord. 320 00:24:26,480 --> 00:24:28,360 But June will be distraught. 321 00:24:28,400 --> 00:24:30,880 And you, it's your first commission. 322 00:24:32,360 --> 00:24:35,160 I'm arrogant enough to believe there'll soon be another. 323 00:24:35,200 --> 00:24:36,680 SHE LAUGHS 324 00:24:42,640 --> 00:24:44,240 I really don't know what to say. 325 00:24:45,680 --> 00:24:46,920 Say absolutely nothing. 326 00:25:07,400 --> 00:25:08,640 Mama! 327 00:25:08,680 --> 00:25:10,880 GIGGLING 328 00:25:12,280 --> 00:25:14,400 We have a surprise for you. Close your eyes. 329 00:25:14,440 --> 00:25:15,760 Oh! 330 00:25:15,800 --> 00:25:17,320 SHE LAUGHS 331 00:25:27,560 --> 00:25:28,800 Open your eyes. 332 00:25:31,120 --> 00:25:32,560 Do you like it, Mama? 333 00:25:41,320 --> 00:25:43,120 Er, go and play outside. 334 00:25:43,160 --> 00:25:45,200 Do we have to? Yes, please. 335 00:26:03,160 --> 00:26:06,800 WAVES LAPPING, LAUGHTER ECHOES 336 00:26:13,680 --> 00:26:16,720 CLOCK BELLS CHIME 337 00:26:22,760 --> 00:26:24,160 Yes? 338 00:26:25,320 --> 00:26:27,120 I've brought some preliminary designs. 339 00:26:27,160 --> 00:26:28,360 With costings. 340 00:26:29,960 --> 00:26:31,440 Your efficiency bodes well. 341 00:26:40,800 --> 00:26:42,920 Some mistake, surely? 342 00:26:44,120 --> 00:26:46,480 As in "several noughts too many"? 343 00:26:46,520 --> 00:26:49,000 To design a property befitting the status 344 00:26:49,040 --> 00:26:51,200 and the magnitude of a gentleman such as yourself... 345 00:26:51,240 --> 00:26:54,040 I asked you to build me a house, not the Palace of Westminster! 346 00:26:54,080 --> 00:26:55,880 I cannot in all conscience reduce the scale, 347 00:26:55,920 --> 00:26:57,640 and thus the cost, by a single penny. 348 00:26:57,680 --> 00:27:00,080 Then you have done yourself out of a commission, sir. 349 00:27:00,120 --> 00:27:02,560 Mr Bosinney. Was just leaving. 350 00:27:02,600 --> 00:27:03,800 Good day to you both. 351 00:27:08,360 --> 00:27:09,920 Why was he here? 352 00:27:09,960 --> 00:27:11,720 I had thoughts of commissioning a house. 353 00:27:11,760 --> 00:27:14,000 We have a house. Of our own. 354 00:27:14,040 --> 00:27:16,400 Away from these prying, gossiping... 355 00:27:16,440 --> 00:27:17,600 Who do you mean? 356 00:27:17,640 --> 00:27:19,240 Your family has been nothing but kind. 357 00:27:19,280 --> 00:27:22,560 My thought was to remove ourselves from the city altogether, 358 00:27:22,600 --> 00:27:25,480 to the countryside, where we might have room to breathe. 359 00:27:27,080 --> 00:27:29,360 And Mr Bosinney has been unable to deliver that vision? 360 00:27:29,400 --> 00:27:30,640 Unfortunately, yes. 361 00:27:30,680 --> 00:27:34,200 The arrogant young pup has just priced himself out of the market. 362 00:27:34,240 --> 00:27:35,800 SHE SIGHS 363 00:27:35,840 --> 00:27:38,160 DOOR OPENS AND CLOSES 364 00:27:53,320 --> 00:27:54,880 KNOCK AT DOOR 365 00:28:02,560 --> 00:28:04,320 You asked to see me? 366 00:28:05,560 --> 00:28:06,840 Ah, yes. 367 00:28:09,160 --> 00:28:11,720 To see if you've come to your senses. 368 00:28:13,080 --> 00:28:17,640 Or are you still minded to favour your mistress over your wife? 369 00:28:17,680 --> 00:28:18,720 She's not my mistress. 370 00:28:18,760 --> 00:28:21,280 People make assumptions. 371 00:28:21,320 --> 00:28:23,720 No-one knows of our previous attachment, 372 00:28:23,760 --> 00:28:25,640 and now that our connection is platonic... 373 00:28:25,680 --> 00:28:27,840 Despite the fact that you left our home? 374 00:28:29,760 --> 00:28:32,080 You know why I left our home. 375 00:28:32,120 --> 00:28:35,560 Because I couldn't agree to cease contact with my children. 376 00:28:39,240 --> 00:28:40,920 Well... 377 00:28:42,200 --> 00:28:43,480 ..as to that... 378 00:28:47,960 --> 00:28:50,440 ..I might be willing to reconsider. 379 00:29:05,600 --> 00:29:07,640 Reconsider how? 380 00:29:11,040 --> 00:29:12,600 I give a little. 381 00:29:13,760 --> 00:29:15,240 You give a little. 382 00:29:16,360 --> 00:29:18,720 We both want the same thing. 383 00:29:18,760 --> 00:29:20,200 You... 384 00:29:21,640 --> 00:29:22,880 ..home... 385 00:29:25,320 --> 00:29:27,040 ..in time for the gala. 386 00:29:34,200 --> 00:29:35,560 DOOR OPENS 387 00:29:37,920 --> 00:29:39,600 Harry Falconer. 388 00:29:40,640 --> 00:29:41,640 Yes? 389 00:29:41,680 --> 00:29:44,680 Writing to thank us for reimbursing his losses. 390 00:29:44,720 --> 00:29:46,440 What? 391 00:29:46,480 --> 00:29:48,640 Did you have something to do with this? 392 00:29:48,680 --> 00:29:50,000 Hardly! Did you? 393 00:29:50,040 --> 00:29:52,320 Absolutely not. 394 00:29:52,360 --> 00:29:54,960 Then who? And why? 395 00:29:57,960 --> 00:29:59,120 Quite the mystery. 396 00:30:01,200 --> 00:30:02,520 Yes. 397 00:30:04,160 --> 00:30:06,280 BELL CHIMES 398 00:30:08,120 --> 00:30:11,200 GIGGLING, WHISPERING 399 00:30:12,600 --> 00:30:14,280 SHE LAUGHS 400 00:30:15,960 --> 00:30:18,360 WHISPERING 401 00:30:18,400 --> 00:30:19,800 SHE LAUGHS 402 00:30:24,880 --> 00:30:27,280 THEY LAUGH 403 00:30:35,480 --> 00:30:37,200 I was thinking about that day we met. 404 00:30:38,360 --> 00:30:39,880 Seems an age ago. 405 00:30:42,160 --> 00:30:45,360 And still we... barely know each other. 406 00:30:45,400 --> 00:30:46,720 I disagree. 407 00:30:51,880 --> 00:30:55,400 Perhaps it's that we... just want such different things. 408 00:30:57,200 --> 00:30:58,320 Is this about Paris? 409 00:30:58,360 --> 00:31:00,240 Paris is when I first realised. 410 00:31:00,280 --> 00:31:01,600 What? 411 00:31:01,640 --> 00:31:02,840 How... 412 00:31:04,800 --> 00:31:06,080 ..unalike we are. 413 00:31:16,040 --> 00:31:17,400 Hmm. 414 00:31:23,240 --> 00:31:25,520 I look forward to seeing what you've chosen for the gala. 415 00:31:27,560 --> 00:31:29,560 It's important to make an impact. 416 00:31:32,720 --> 00:31:34,480 You should wear your new necklace. 417 00:31:48,520 --> 00:31:51,520 MURMUR OF VOICES 418 00:31:52,720 --> 00:31:54,000 Morning, sir. 419 00:31:57,320 --> 00:31:58,920 Slightly alarming. 420 00:31:58,960 --> 00:32:00,800 Talk of Jo returning home. 421 00:32:01,920 --> 00:32:05,040 If we can't play the "tarnishing the company reputation" card... 422 00:32:05,080 --> 00:32:06,560 Thought I should mention - 423 00:32:06,600 --> 00:32:08,840 planning to make a splash at the grand event, 424 00:32:08,880 --> 00:32:10,440 so if you'd like me to give the address? 425 00:32:11,680 --> 00:32:16,280 Next generation rising like salmon to scale the rapids of opportunity? 426 00:32:16,320 --> 00:32:18,240 Yes. Thank you, I'll bear that in mind. 427 00:32:18,280 --> 00:32:19,680 What's this I hear? 428 00:32:19,720 --> 00:32:23,280 You, treating us to your "vision for the future" at our gala? 429 00:32:23,320 --> 00:32:24,360 I can hardly wait. 430 00:32:24,400 --> 00:32:26,440 Care to give us a taster? 431 00:32:27,680 --> 00:32:29,960 Not especially. Well, let me guess. 432 00:32:30,000 --> 00:32:32,920 "Profit is the devil, caution is king, 433 00:32:32,960 --> 00:32:35,880 "and if our clients lose money, it's up to us to bail them out"? 434 00:32:35,920 --> 00:32:38,040 If it's due to us giving poor advice, then, yes. 435 00:32:38,080 --> 00:32:40,640 Nothing to do with their own greed or wilful ignorance? 436 00:32:40,680 --> 00:32:42,480 Everything to do with our obligation 437 00:32:42,520 --> 00:32:44,320 to urge them not to put their eggs in one basket 438 00:32:44,360 --> 00:32:46,600 no matter how "guaranteed" the returns 439 00:32:46,640 --> 00:32:48,760 or by how much commission we stand to make. 440 00:32:48,800 --> 00:32:50,920 And to say otherwise is just... 441 00:32:50,960 --> 00:32:53,080 Yes? What is it? 442 00:32:55,320 --> 00:32:56,920 Morally bankrupt. 443 00:32:56,960 --> 00:32:59,000 Oh, that... 444 00:32:59,040 --> 00:33:00,720 that's priceless! 445 00:33:00,760 --> 00:33:01,880 Our would-be chair, 446 00:33:01,920 --> 00:33:04,120 the most degenerate member of the firm 447 00:33:04,160 --> 00:33:06,880 presumes to preach morality to the rest of us. 448 00:33:06,920 --> 00:33:09,960 To the man who knowingly capsized the Durham Mining Company, 449 00:33:10,000 --> 00:33:11,840 thereby ruining their investors, 450 00:33:11,880 --> 00:33:14,320 including his own future father-in-law, 451 00:33:14,360 --> 00:33:15,880 making his wife-to-be destitute. 452 00:33:15,920 --> 00:33:17,400 SHOCKED MURMURS 453 00:33:19,840 --> 00:33:21,000 She doesn't know, does she? 454 00:33:23,640 --> 00:33:27,680 And this from the man who's conveniently jilted his wife 455 00:33:27,720 --> 00:33:32,280 so he can debauch his mistress and fawn over his brats? 456 00:33:41,920 --> 00:33:43,760 Is this the type of leadership you're after? 457 00:33:57,880 --> 00:34:00,160 MURMUR OF CONVERSATION 458 00:34:05,360 --> 00:34:08,280 CLOCK TICKING 459 00:34:27,400 --> 00:34:29,280 TICKING 460 00:34:29,320 --> 00:34:30,960 Jolyon is late. 461 00:34:34,480 --> 00:34:36,600 No, my love, I really think you would be happier 462 00:34:36,640 --> 00:34:38,240 if we moved to the country house. 463 00:34:38,280 --> 00:34:39,840 LAUGHTER 464 00:34:39,880 --> 00:34:42,360 ALICIA: How was the garden party? I heard it was exquisite. 465 00:34:42,400 --> 00:34:44,280 Yes, it was. Champagne, madam? 466 00:34:44,320 --> 00:34:47,240 LAUGHTER, CHATTER 467 00:34:52,320 --> 00:34:54,360 What a scrumptious distraction you are. 468 00:34:54,400 --> 00:34:55,600 Thank you. 469 00:35:01,200 --> 00:35:03,120 Has anyone seen Jolyon? 470 00:35:08,120 --> 00:35:10,560 HE SIGHS 471 00:35:19,680 --> 00:35:22,440 Is Jolyon proposing to make some sort of grand entrance? 472 00:35:22,480 --> 00:35:25,120 He'll be here, rest assured. Exciting. 473 00:35:28,200 --> 00:35:29,960 Where's Jo? Did he not leave with you? 474 00:35:30,000 --> 00:35:31,480 He left ahead of me. 475 00:35:31,520 --> 00:35:34,240 I thought he'd be here. 476 00:35:34,280 --> 00:35:35,280 Right. 477 00:35:37,000 --> 00:35:40,040 It's so exciting. I can't quite believe it. 478 00:35:40,080 --> 00:35:41,280 We're getting married! 479 00:35:41,320 --> 00:35:43,560 Phil, aren't you just thrilled beyond words? 480 00:35:43,600 --> 00:35:45,600 I know Mama has plenty of plans already. 481 00:35:45,640 --> 00:35:47,800 Do excuse me. 482 00:35:57,360 --> 00:35:58,760 From Soames? 483 00:35:58,800 --> 00:36:00,760 You guessed. 484 00:36:02,400 --> 00:36:05,320 Reminds me of one my late husband gave me. 485 00:36:06,360 --> 00:36:07,880 Haven't worn it in years. 486 00:36:07,920 --> 00:36:11,360 WOMAN: We had a splendid time today. Ah. 487 00:36:11,400 --> 00:36:13,440 You're in luck, Mrs Forsyte... 488 00:36:23,720 --> 00:36:27,960 Well, Soames has reconsidered the commission. 489 00:36:29,280 --> 00:36:32,560 Reconsidered? Does he not like the design? 490 00:36:32,600 --> 00:36:36,040 He dislikes the price. Reduce it. 491 00:36:36,080 --> 00:36:38,160 Cannot be done. Not without detriment to the plans. 492 00:36:38,200 --> 00:36:41,200 Well, what about our plans? There are other considerations. 493 00:36:41,240 --> 00:36:44,680 Think of Irene. How will she feel? I am thinking of Irene. 494 00:36:46,720 --> 00:36:50,440 I suspect she may not be as keen on the idea as Soames. 495 00:36:54,280 --> 00:36:55,640 Oh. 496 00:36:55,680 --> 00:36:59,040 Well, it is true, we'd... we'd hardly ever see each other. 497 00:36:59,080 --> 00:37:01,040 And it would be just the two of them. 498 00:37:02,200 --> 00:37:04,840 But our wedding, I can't bear the thought of having to wait. 499 00:37:04,880 --> 00:37:07,480 Nor I, but... Mr Bosinney. 500 00:37:07,520 --> 00:37:10,360 On further consideration, I believe the site will suit me well. 501 00:37:10,400 --> 00:37:12,920 Let us proceed. I'm sorry? 502 00:37:12,960 --> 00:37:15,640 You will build me a house at Robin Hill. 503 00:37:38,760 --> 00:37:42,480 SHE SIGHS I knew you'd come. 504 00:37:42,520 --> 00:37:44,880 Well, your father was right. 505 00:37:44,920 --> 00:37:46,280 We shouldn't have doubted you. 506 00:37:47,720 --> 00:37:49,240 And I've been at fault. 507 00:37:49,280 --> 00:37:52,640 Issuing ultimatums, forcing you to make a choice 508 00:37:52,680 --> 00:37:54,840 when you'd have come to your senses of your own accord. 509 00:37:54,880 --> 00:37:57,040 Frances... We can salvage this. 510 00:37:57,080 --> 00:37:59,960 Our marriage, your ascension. 511 00:38:00,000 --> 00:38:01,520 This is our moment. 512 00:38:01,560 --> 00:38:02,920 Frances, I'm sorry. 513 00:38:08,120 --> 00:38:10,640 For everything you've worked for, everything you've done... 514 00:38:13,080 --> 00:38:14,760 ..you deserve a better return. 515 00:38:17,840 --> 00:38:19,240 I do. 516 00:38:20,480 --> 00:38:22,240 And I cannot give it. 517 00:38:24,080 --> 00:38:25,920 Yesterday, it struck me. 518 00:38:28,000 --> 00:38:31,320 Battling with Soames, fighting to impose my will on the company, 519 00:38:31,360 --> 00:38:32,760 my heart's not in it. 520 00:38:35,480 --> 00:38:36,840 It never was. 521 00:38:39,280 --> 00:38:42,440 I don't understand. What are you saying? 522 00:38:47,360 --> 00:38:49,640 That I'll never cease to love you... 523 00:38:50,960 --> 00:38:53,760 ..respect, admire, and provide for you. 524 00:38:56,320 --> 00:38:58,200 But I'll never return to the firm. 525 00:39:01,520 --> 00:39:03,080 Or this house. 526 00:39:21,120 --> 00:39:23,720 SHE BREATHES HEAVILY 527 00:39:41,680 --> 00:39:43,120 I'm sorry. 528 00:39:44,360 --> 00:39:46,120 I tried. 529 00:39:51,320 --> 00:39:54,480 You're very kind. Not kind. 530 00:39:57,040 --> 00:39:58,200 It's just... 531 00:40:00,920 --> 00:40:03,240 ..the thought of you being with... 532 00:40:06,640 --> 00:40:07,880 I won't give up. 533 00:40:09,760 --> 00:40:11,320 I swear it. 534 00:40:12,680 --> 00:40:13,960 I can't. 535 00:40:37,520 --> 00:40:39,600 There will be no divorce. 536 00:40:44,040 --> 00:40:46,760 Your children will not be legitimised. 537 00:40:49,360 --> 00:40:52,520 You will suffer rejection from the family... 538 00:40:53,760 --> 00:40:55,160 ..the firm... 539 00:40:57,880 --> 00:40:59,600 ..from all of London. 540 00:41:05,200 --> 00:41:06,840 I accept that. 541 00:41:18,840 --> 00:41:20,240 I thought I'd moulded you 542 00:41:20,280 --> 00:41:22,960 into something resembling a rational being. 543 00:41:26,080 --> 00:41:27,800 I was mistaken. 544 00:41:29,960 --> 00:41:31,240 So go. 545 00:41:32,560 --> 00:41:35,480 You were once interesting to me. 546 00:41:39,360 --> 00:41:41,040 Now you bore me. 547 00:41:49,960 --> 00:41:51,480 Goodbye, Frances. 548 00:42:00,600 --> 00:42:02,760 SHE CRIES 549 00:42:28,960 --> 00:42:31,800 LAUGHTER, CHATTER 550 00:42:51,640 --> 00:42:53,960 Where is he? Is he coming? 551 00:42:54,000 --> 00:42:56,000 I've been looking all over for the man of the hour. 552 00:42:56,040 --> 00:42:57,480 Where is dear Jolyon? 553 00:42:57,520 --> 00:43:00,160 I'm afraid he's just been called away. 554 00:43:01,920 --> 00:43:04,280 On such an auspicious day? 555 00:43:05,360 --> 00:43:07,360 How disappointing for you all. 556 00:43:07,400 --> 00:43:09,760 A small inconvenience. 557 00:43:09,800 --> 00:43:11,640 I trust we're more than capable 558 00:43:11,680 --> 00:43:14,120 of enjoying the festivities in his absence. 559 00:43:14,160 --> 00:43:15,360 Mr Cole. 560 00:43:16,520 --> 00:43:20,160 I wonder if I might call upon you to transact some business for me. 561 00:43:20,200 --> 00:43:21,560 Er, yes, of course. 562 00:43:21,600 --> 00:43:24,160 My late father left a property in Camden 563 00:43:24,200 --> 00:43:26,280 which has lain empty for many years. 564 00:43:26,320 --> 00:43:29,520 I propose to donate it to the charity. 565 00:43:29,560 --> 00:43:31,280 Well, that's most generous. 566 00:43:31,320 --> 00:43:35,760 For conversion into suitable accommodation for needy women. 567 00:43:37,840 --> 00:43:39,160 Of course I'm no expert, 568 00:43:39,200 --> 00:43:42,800 but perhaps you could advise me on matters legal and beyond? 569 00:43:42,840 --> 00:43:46,360 It would be a pleasure. Impressive performance. 570 00:43:46,400 --> 00:43:49,400 Isn't that how the higher species evolve? 571 00:43:49,440 --> 00:43:51,120 By their ability to adapt? 572 00:43:54,160 --> 00:43:59,240 I suspect you and I will work very well together. 573 00:44:08,440 --> 00:44:12,320 So, Jo's bolted. Shall I step in, say a few words? 574 00:44:12,360 --> 00:44:16,920 Hand over to Soames? Passing of the torch, all that? 575 00:44:16,960 --> 00:44:18,720 I think, on balance... 576 00:44:19,760 --> 00:44:21,280 ..no. 577 00:44:21,320 --> 00:44:23,000 No? 578 00:44:23,040 --> 00:44:25,480 I prefer to do the honours myself. 579 00:44:40,800 --> 00:44:44,120 Pray, silence for her Illustrious Highness, 580 00:44:44,160 --> 00:44:48,520 Mrs Ann Euphemia Isadora Forsyte. 581 00:44:57,840 --> 00:44:59,360 Dear friends, 582 00:44:59,400 --> 00:45:02,520 no doubt you were expecting an address 583 00:45:02,560 --> 00:45:04,520 from one of the male members of this firm? 584 00:45:05,880 --> 00:45:08,680 Instead, you have me. 585 00:45:08,720 --> 00:45:10,920 Perfectly placed 586 00:45:10,960 --> 00:45:15,800 to judge the merits and the demerits of this formidable clan. 587 00:45:15,840 --> 00:45:17,200 Since my arrival, 588 00:45:17,240 --> 00:45:21,120 there have been many newcomers to the Forsyte ranks. 589 00:45:21,160 --> 00:45:22,920 All of you will have wondered 590 00:45:22,960 --> 00:45:25,960 what you were letting yourself in for. 591 00:45:26,000 --> 00:45:30,040 Before becoming Forsytes in your own right. 592 00:45:31,080 --> 00:45:32,160 So... 593 00:45:34,080 --> 00:45:36,720 ..what defines this family? 594 00:45:36,760 --> 00:45:39,280 What is a Forsyte? 595 00:45:41,240 --> 00:45:46,360 A Forsyte is someone who knows the value of loyalty. 596 00:45:49,120 --> 00:45:50,560 And family. 597 00:45:51,760 --> 00:45:54,240 And repute. 598 00:45:55,600 --> 00:45:57,640 We are tenacious. 599 00:45:57,680 --> 00:45:59,520 We are survivors. 600 00:46:00,640 --> 00:46:02,560 And we should never, ever... 601 00:46:04,040 --> 00:46:06,560 ..be underestimated. 602 00:46:09,680 --> 00:46:11,240 APPLAUSE 603 00:46:27,960 --> 00:46:30,760 Only a fool would underestimate you. 604 00:46:33,160 --> 00:46:34,880 Or you, my love. 605 00:46:47,560 --> 00:46:49,440 Seems a shame to let a prime seat go to waste. 606 00:46:49,480 --> 00:46:50,720 Oh, Monty, you wouldn't dare. 607 00:46:50,760 --> 00:46:52,200 I think I know my own worth, Freddie. 608 00:46:52,240 --> 00:46:54,440 Wiggins, remove the chair. 609 00:47:11,800 --> 00:47:13,400 This should have been his moment. 610 00:47:14,960 --> 00:47:16,320 You mean your moment? 611 00:47:19,360 --> 00:47:23,400 Eyes on the camera, please. Holding it still now. 612 00:47:33,920 --> 00:47:35,120 Right. 613 00:47:44,320 --> 00:47:46,920 Mama. Harry Falconer... 614 00:47:49,000 --> 00:47:50,640 Yes? 615 00:47:50,680 --> 00:47:52,280 It was you who paid him off. 616 00:47:55,000 --> 00:47:56,000 Why would you do that? 617 00:47:56,040 --> 00:47:57,960 My dear boy... 618 00:47:59,280 --> 00:48:01,840 ..let's enjoy the day. 619 00:48:01,880 --> 00:48:04,160 We can speak of these things some other time. 620 00:48:04,200 --> 00:48:05,920 But, Mama, who is he? 621 00:48:13,800 --> 00:48:15,360 He's my grandson. 622 00:48:29,840 --> 00:48:31,640 LAUGHTER, CHATTER 623 00:48:52,200 --> 00:48:54,600 Do you remember the day you proposed? 624 00:48:54,640 --> 00:48:55,840 Vividly. 625 00:48:57,000 --> 00:48:58,280 You said to me... 626 00:48:59,560 --> 00:49:02,400 ..if we were unable to make a success of our marriage... 627 00:49:03,920 --> 00:49:05,320 ..then you would release me. 628 00:49:09,200 --> 00:49:12,160 I cannot imagine saying any such thing. 629 00:49:19,480 --> 00:49:21,760 SHE GASPS 630 00:49:55,880 --> 00:49:57,400 I came to finish the painting. 631 00:49:57,440 --> 00:49:59,600 There is no urgency. 632 00:50:00,720 --> 00:50:01,880 I believe there is. 633 00:50:03,160 --> 00:50:04,720 I wish to resume my work as an artist. 634 00:50:06,080 --> 00:50:09,440 An ambition I gave up ten years ago 635 00:50:09,480 --> 00:50:13,080 as incompatible with the aims of my father and my wife. 636 00:50:15,920 --> 00:50:17,560 Oh, don't mistake me, I've been blessed. 637 00:50:17,600 --> 00:50:19,640 I've had wealth, status, 638 00:50:19,680 --> 00:50:22,240 a beautiful wife, an adorable stepdaughter. 639 00:50:25,760 --> 00:50:29,400 And I could have gone on living a comfortable, privileged half-life 640 00:50:29,440 --> 00:50:32,480 if you hadn't walked into that room on June's 18th birthday. 641 00:50:35,120 --> 00:50:36,200 And now? 642 00:50:36,240 --> 00:50:37,480 It's done. 643 00:50:39,040 --> 00:50:40,200 I've resigned. 644 00:50:40,240 --> 00:50:43,200 From the firm. From my family. 645 00:50:43,240 --> 00:50:44,560 From my marriage. 646 00:50:44,600 --> 00:50:48,000 You... You can't. What are... What are you thinking? 647 00:50:48,040 --> 00:50:49,640 Thinking I can no longer lie to her. 648 00:50:49,680 --> 00:50:51,200 Or to myself. 649 00:50:52,800 --> 00:50:54,200 Or to you. 650 00:50:56,640 --> 00:50:58,120 I want to paint. 651 00:50:59,600 --> 00:51:01,920 I want to be a father to our children. 652 00:51:01,960 --> 00:51:03,960 I want to live with you. 653 00:51:06,360 --> 00:51:08,680 We'll be outcasts. We'll be poor. 654 00:51:10,160 --> 00:51:11,520 I cannot give you my name. 655 00:51:13,960 --> 00:51:15,360 But I can give you my love. 656 00:51:17,040 --> 00:51:18,400 If you'll have me. 657 00:51:31,760 --> 00:51:33,560 Do you even need to ask?