1 00:01:01,160 --> 00:01:03,276 You never speak of your family. 2 00:01:03,360 --> 00:01:05,397 My task here is my first concern. 3 00:01:06,400 --> 00:01:07,879 But your wife asks no questions? 4 00:01:09,360 --> 00:01:11,636 My wife knows her place. 5 00:01:11,720 --> 00:01:14,394 TESS: How I bless the day she dismissed me. 6 00:01:14,480 --> 00:01:17,233 For that set me on thoughts of stealing ore. 7 00:01:17,320 --> 00:01:21,837 And without that, how could Frenchies come ashore to plot thy schemes? 8 00:01:21,920 --> 00:01:24,799 And to pave the way for General Toussaint and his army. 9 00:01:26,240 --> 00:01:27,594 Indeed. 10 00:01:33,080 --> 00:01:34,718 Not now, Tess. 11 00:01:38,080 --> 00:01:39,514 Beg pardon. 12 00:01:40,680 --> 00:01:42,557 It was careless of me. 13 00:01:44,160 --> 00:01:45,798 We have work to do. 14 00:01:53,080 --> 00:01:55,151 You seem a little stronger. 15 00:01:55,240 --> 00:01:59,120 Some days, I almost forget her face for two hours at a time. 16 00:02:00,520 --> 00:02:02,318 Do you recall my advice? 17 00:02:03,520 --> 00:02:06,990 - To find a purpose. - ROSS: He already has a purpose. 18 00:02:09,640 --> 00:02:11,199 My nephew is a soldier. 19 00:02:12,360 --> 00:02:14,874 I trust he will always be ready for action. 20 00:02:24,960 --> 00:02:26,792 DEMELZA: I don't rightly understand. 21 00:02:26,880 --> 00:02:29,759 For months now, we've been losing precious ore. 22 00:02:29,840 --> 00:02:33,276 And still, you make no move to challenge Jacka or Tess. 23 00:02:34,440 --> 00:02:38,798 Did we not agree to wait until we know the full extent of the theft? 24 00:02:38,880 --> 00:02:41,440 - But do we not yet? - Erm... 25 00:02:41,520 --> 00:02:44,239 And what of the weapons haul, what of that? 26 00:02:44,320 --> 00:02:46,994 Wellington and Bonaparte will shortly sign the peace. 27 00:02:47,080 --> 00:02:48,991 An invasion seems unlikely. 28 00:02:49,080 --> 00:02:52,118 But did you not say Addington was a fool if he trusts the French? 29 00:02:52,200 --> 00:02:54,316 I did say so. But... 30 00:02:54,400 --> 00:02:57,711 ...a humble country squire should leave London matters alone. 31 00:03:05,480 --> 00:03:07,835 Gentlemen, still here? 32 00:03:07,920 --> 00:03:10,639 Sir George's company must be most alluring. 33 00:03:10,720 --> 00:03:13,872 Your continued attachment to Cornwall is heart-warming. 34 00:03:13,960 --> 00:03:15,837 - Does the climate suit you? - Ross... 35 00:03:15,920 --> 00:03:21,279 As opposed to London, which, I imagine, remains rather hot. 36 00:03:21,360 --> 00:03:24,398 Your husband thinks he has triumphed, ma'am. Blackened our name. 37 00:03:24,480 --> 00:03:26,835 Helped my daughter abscond with the Despard trull. 38 00:03:26,920 --> 00:03:29,514 And now hopes to see me arrested for corruption. 39 00:03:29,600 --> 00:03:31,273 And perjury, sedition, 40 00:03:31,360 --> 00:03:33,795 brutality, murder. 41 00:03:33,880 --> 00:03:35,791 (He chuckles) Do you hear that, ma'am? 42 00:03:35,880 --> 00:03:37,757 He intends to have me indicted as a traitor. 43 00:03:37,840 --> 00:03:40,275 I intend to have him hanged as one. 44 00:03:40,360 --> 00:03:41,953 Care to wager who'll get there first? 45 00:03:42,040 --> 00:03:43,872 Ross, come away. 46 00:03:45,160 --> 00:03:46,150 No, let me have a drink. 47 00:03:46,240 --> 00:03:50,871 I understand Captain Poldark has been absent from London these past few months. 48 00:03:50,960 --> 00:03:52,280 And with good reason. 49 00:03:52,360 --> 00:03:54,431 His name is reviled in Westminster. 50 00:03:54,520 --> 00:03:56,989 - On account of...? - His Jacobin leanings. 51 00:03:57,080 --> 00:03:58,639 His fondness for traitors. 52 00:03:58,720 --> 00:04:01,951 Oh, you refer to Colonel Despard. 53 00:04:02,040 --> 00:04:05,351 Perhaps Poldark should join the French army. 54 00:04:05,440 --> 00:04:08,478 Since he stands no chance of ever being readmitted to the English one. 55 00:04:08,560 --> 00:04:10,153 (He scoffs) 56 00:04:10,240 --> 00:04:12,197 ls treachery a matter for mirth, sir? 57 00:04:12,280 --> 00:04:15,750 Treachery works both ways, sir. 58 00:04:17,880 --> 00:04:20,713 If your own country betrays you... 59 00:04:22,600 --> 00:04:24,989 ...to whom do you then owe loyalty? 60 00:04:48,520 --> 00:04:50,557 - Good day to Your Ladyship. - Tess. 61 00:04:50,640 --> 00:04:52,472 We don't see much of you in Saul these days. 62 00:04:52,560 --> 00:04:53,755 No, ma'am. 63 00:04:53,840 --> 00:04:56,719 I've got matters elsewhere to attend to. 64 00:05:16,640 --> 00:05:18,119 It looks tender. 65 00:05:23,560 --> 00:05:24,914 How came you by it? 66 00:05:26,720 --> 00:05:27,915 '$33 67 00:05:28,000 --> 00:05:29,229 I don't recall. 68 00:05:33,960 --> 00:05:35,871 You should have a care, Ross. 69 00:05:37,560 --> 00:05:39,836 It does seem but a tiny scratch, yet... 70 00:05:42,160 --> 00:05:44,879 ...if it should fester, an infection set in... 71 00:05:44,960 --> 00:05:46,280 Hm. 72 00:05:48,680 --> 00:05:50,353 I don't want to lose you, Ross. 73 00:05:54,000 --> 00:05:55,673 You fear that? 74 00:05:55,760 --> 00:05:57,353 Sometimes. 75 00:05:59,880 --> 00:06:01,359 Of late, more oft. 76 00:06:02,560 --> 00:06:04,278 Wondering where you go. 77 00:06:04,360 --> 00:06:06,158 I have a mine to run. 78 00:06:06,240 --> 00:06:08,311 And now you're gone so long. 79 00:06:08,400 --> 00:06:10,357 Would you rather I was in London? 80 00:06:11,720 --> 00:06:16,794 And as to that, you may as well be, since Hanson and Merceron pursue us here. 81 00:06:16,880 --> 00:06:18,473 They're of no consequence. 82 00:06:18,560 --> 00:06:20,597 Why do I misdoubt that? 83 00:06:21,840 --> 00:06:24,992 - Perhaps you misdoubt everything I say. - Do I have cause? 84 00:06:28,960 --> 00:06:30,519 No. 85 00:06:35,280 --> 00:06:36,793 No cause. 86 00:06:57,080 --> 00:06:58,639 (Door closes) 87 00:07:19,080 --> 00:07:21,196 SERVANT: Master Valentine, you cannot. 88 00:07:21,280 --> 00:07:23,191 VALENTINE: Why must I keep away from the mine? 89 00:07:23,280 --> 00:07:25,874 I want to learn about copper, and mining is in my blood. 90 00:07:25,960 --> 00:07:28,349 I shall have a mine of my own. 91 00:07:31,040 --> 00:07:32,792 May I have one, Papa? 92 00:07:34,080 --> 00:07:35,878 Will you give me one? 93 00:07:41,400 --> 00:07:42,470 Master Valentine... 94 00:07:43,640 --> 00:07:45,119 CARY: Impudent brat. 95 00:07:45,200 --> 00:07:47,237 He should be whipped for his insolence. 96 00:07:47,320 --> 00:07:48,390 (He sniffs) 97 00:07:49,560 --> 00:07:52,791 Or are you growing sentimental in your dotage? 98 00:07:53,960 --> 00:07:57,999 No, I'm considering how angry its former owner would be 99 00:07:58,080 --> 00:08:01,516 if I made a plaything of his beloved Leisure 100 00:08:01,600 --> 00:08:03,273 and gave it to a child. 101 00:08:05,120 --> 00:08:08,272 (Cary laughs) 102 00:08:09,920 --> 00:08:12,116 Well, if it ain't preacher Came. 103 00:08:12,200 --> 00:08:14,999 It is an age since we last studied together. 104 00:08:15,080 --> 00:08:16,673 How goes the learning? 105 00:08:18,320 --> 00:08:19,799 Tess...? 106 00:08:19,880 --> 00:08:22,838 I've got bigoted fish to fry than 'ee now, preacher. 107 00:08:50,000 --> 00:08:52,150 To think we now have 27 pupils. 108 00:08:53,440 --> 00:08:55,113 And I shall miss them. 109 00:08:55,200 --> 00:08:58,795 But I know I leave them in excellent hands. 110 00:08:58,880 --> 00:09:00,359 How will I manage? 111 00:09:00,440 --> 00:09:03,558 So much I've come to rely on 'ee these past few months. 112 00:09:03,640 --> 00:09:06,758 - It is almost as if... - We're sisters? 113 00:09:08,240 --> 00:09:09,799 No. 114 00:09:09,880 --> 00:09:11,632 That we shall never be. 115 00:09:15,960 --> 00:09:18,076 Sam and Tess no longer study together. 116 00:09:19,240 --> 00:09:21,754 Perhaps she's learned all the lessons there be. 117 00:09:23,720 --> 00:09:25,677 I've certainly learnt mine. 118 00:09:37,520 --> 00:09:41,639 (Tess and Ross speak indistinctly) 119 00:10:05,080 --> 00:10:06,718 - Now. - Not now. 120 00:10:06,800 --> 00:10:08,518 - Why not? - Someone might come. 121 00:10:09,600 --> 00:10:10,920 TESS: Tell them to just go. 122 00:10:12,520 --> 00:10:13,954 Deny me, then. 123 00:10:14,040 --> 00:10:15,474 Say you don't want me. 124 00:10:17,800 --> 00:10:19,473 ROSS: Would I dare? 125 00:10:19,560 --> 00:10:22,154 TESS: Then dare thy body and I'll dare mine. 126 00:10:23,200 --> 00:10:25,111 For we both know we long for it. 127 00:10:25,200 --> 00:10:29,717 And because of that, let us find a more fitting place and occasion. 128 00:10:30,760 --> 00:10:33,593 So we can take our time and enjoy to the full. 129 00:10:37,440 --> 00:10:39,317 ROSS: Come to the beach. They'll be waiting. 130 00:10:42,920 --> 00:10:45,958 GEORGE: There it is. Wheal Leisure. 131 00:10:46,040 --> 00:10:48,031 VALENTINE: A mine is a place of wonder. 132 00:10:49,120 --> 00:10:50,713 Who says so? 133 00:10:50,800 --> 00:10:52,677 Uncle Ross. 134 00:10:59,680 --> 00:11:01,353 Well, well... 135 00:11:01,440 --> 00:11:05,911 It appears the Honourable Member for Truro is less than honest. 136 00:11:06,000 --> 00:11:08,230 I wonder what the scullery maid can say? 137 00:11:25,480 --> 00:11:28,996 Of course, it could simply be a smuggling venture, given his past misdemeanours. 138 00:11:29,080 --> 00:11:31,833 But to be consorting with the French in any guise... 139 00:11:31,920 --> 00:11:34,150 While the peace is yet unsigned. 140 00:11:34,240 --> 00:11:35,878 Treason... 141 00:11:35,960 --> 00:11:37,951 ...pure and simple. 142 00:11:38,040 --> 00:11:42,273 And were we to frame it as more than a smuggling venture... 143 00:12:11,000 --> 00:12:12,593 How is the mine? 144 00:12:15,440 --> 00:12:17,078 Like any mine. 145 00:12:18,480 --> 00:12:20,471 Deep, dark, cold. 146 00:12:21,880 --> 00:12:23,154 Damp. 147 00:12:25,920 --> 00:12:27,479 Lonely? 148 00:12:30,880 --> 00:12:32,917 Aside from a few starving rats, yes. 149 00:12:34,720 --> 00:12:37,280 - Ross... - Mm, the pie is excellent. 150 00:12:40,600 --> 00:12:42,796 Our need for what you say is... 151 00:12:44,000 --> 00:12:46,071 ...honesty betwixt husband and wife. 152 00:12:53,440 --> 00:12:55,636 Is honesty always desired? 153 00:12:56,640 --> 00:12:58,392 I'd say so. 154 00:13:00,360 --> 00:13:02,158 Whatever the cost? 155 00:13:03,280 --> 00:13:04,918 Yes. 156 00:13:08,280 --> 00:13:09,554 Yet consider. 157 00:13:10,760 --> 00:13:12,159 Are there not... 158 00:13:13,320 --> 00:13:14,833 ...some matters... 159 00:13:14,920 --> 00:13:16,593 ...persons... 160 00:13:18,960 --> 00:13:23,670 ...past events, the particulars of which I've never asked you? 161 00:13:24,960 --> 00:13:26,951 And for you also... 162 00:13:29,800 --> 00:13:31,154 ...are there not... 163 00:13:32,560 --> 00:13:34,153 ...like omissions? 164 00:13:36,680 --> 00:13:38,478 Because to ask the question... 165 00:13:41,280 --> 00:13:43,635 ...means it can never be unasked. 166 00:13:45,440 --> 00:13:47,397 Nor the answer unheard. 167 00:13:52,160 --> 00:13:54,720 So, we should never seek to know the truth? 168 00:13:57,160 --> 00:13:59,470 Are we sure we always want to hear it? 169 00:14:19,440 --> 00:14:21,192 (Door closes) 170 00:14:45,640 --> 00:14:47,950 Take your bag. Clowance, your bonnet. 171 00:14:48,040 --> 00:14:50,111 You're going to Killewarren? 172 00:14:52,200 --> 00:14:53,713 May I ask why? 173 00:14:55,440 --> 00:14:57,238 When did I lose you, Ross? 174 00:14:58,560 --> 00:14:59,959 You never lost me. 175 00:15:01,280 --> 00:15:04,318 When I look in your face, I see a stranger. 176 00:15:06,440 --> 00:15:09,114 I will be a stranger if you choose to desert me. 177 00:15:09,200 --> 00:15:11,589 Then become again the man you once were. 178 00:15:13,680 --> 00:15:15,512 That man no longer exists. 179 00:15:24,640 --> 00:15:26,153 Then I must leave. 180 00:15:32,760 --> 00:15:34,159 (Door closes) 181 00:15:37,720 --> 00:15:39,233 DWIGHT: Forgive me if that sounds... 182 00:15:39,320 --> 00:15:41,391 ...a little extreme. 183 00:15:41,480 --> 00:15:44,438 Because you consider marital fidelity as, what, a tiresome detail? 184 00:15:45,440 --> 00:15:48,080 - I've never said so. - Not in so many words. 185 00:15:48,160 --> 00:15:50,436 - But in thought... - Thought? 186 00:15:50,520 --> 00:15:52,158 Your own attachments. 187 00:15:52,240 --> 00:15:53,389 My attachments? 188 00:15:54,760 --> 00:15:57,036 Caroline, must we for ever revisit this? 189 00:15:57,120 --> 00:15:58,952 Yes, I admired Kitty. 190 00:15:59,040 --> 00:16:00,519 I made no secret of it. 191 00:16:00,600 --> 00:16:03,399 But why would you imagine that my feelings went beyond...? 192 00:16:03,480 --> 00:16:07,269 Because it would not be the first time you fell in love with someone else's wife. 193 00:16:09,200 --> 00:16:11,032 Caroline, then you'll... 194 00:16:14,560 --> 00:16:16,039 Pray, excuse me. 195 00:16:16,120 --> 00:16:19,192 - Where are you going? - To do what I should have done months ago. 196 00:16:32,000 --> 00:16:33,957 Yes, I let her go. I think it's for the best. 197 00:16:34,040 --> 00:16:35,599 How could that possibly be? 198 00:16:35,680 --> 00:16:38,274 Months ago, I told you my actions might seem strange. 199 00:16:38,360 --> 00:16:40,874 - And so they do. - I also asked you not to question me. 200 00:16:40,960 --> 00:16:43,918 - And for months, I have not. But now... - Is not the time to start. 201 00:16:44,000 --> 00:16:46,276 Ross, your arrogance, your presumption 202 00:16:46,360 --> 00:16:48,351 that this concerns none but yourself, 203 00:16:48,440 --> 00:16:52,115 have you still not understood that subterfuge destroys? 204 00:16:52,200 --> 00:16:54,555 - You speak from experience? - I speak from experience, yes. 205 00:16:54,640 --> 00:16:56,711 From knowledge of lives affected. 206 00:16:56,800 --> 00:16:59,189 - Actions which had consequences. - What actions? 207 00:17:00,400 --> 00:17:01,959 Actions of mine? 208 00:17:02,040 --> 00:17:04,316 - Actions of yours. - What consequences? 209 00:17:06,240 --> 00:17:07,913 What consequences? 210 00:17:08,000 --> 00:17:10,435 Ask George. He lives with them every day. 211 00:17:15,800 --> 00:17:17,871 Losing his wife, knowing she once loved you. 212 00:17:17,960 --> 00:17:19,712 I can't alter that. 213 00:17:19,800 --> 00:17:22,633 No, but you can alter this. Lying to Demelza, keeping her in the dark... 214 00:17:22,720 --> 00:17:25,519 Only to protect. If you knew, if you understood... 215 00:17:25,600 --> 00:17:27,432 Help me to understand. 216 00:17:27,520 --> 00:17:30,956 Certain actions of mine, if scrutinised, might be misconstrued. 217 00:17:31,040 --> 00:17:33,156 Like your affair with Tess? 218 00:17:33,240 --> 00:17:35,470 -Hm? - Demelza knows of that? 219 00:17:35,560 --> 00:17:38,632 Oh, she knows. And the sooner you break it and plead forgiveness 220 00:17:38,720 --> 00:17:40,870 - and beg her to come home to you... - I cannot. 221 00:17:40,960 --> 00:17:42,758 - Ross... - No, I will not. 222 00:17:42,840 --> 00:17:45,116 It suits me to have Demelza away from Nampara. 223 00:17:46,760 --> 00:17:49,195 - You no longer love her? - Love her? Dear God... 224 00:17:56,880 --> 00:17:58,871 No, I no longer love her. 225 00:19:07,680 --> 00:19:10,149 GEOFFREY CHARLES: I have your note. When does he arrive? 226 00:19:10,240 --> 00:19:11,913 At any moment. 227 00:19:12,000 --> 00:19:13,593 His name is Toussaint. 228 00:19:13,680 --> 00:19:15,398 The General Toussaint? 229 00:19:15,480 --> 00:19:17,391 You know of him? 230 00:19:17,480 --> 00:19:19,471 At Marlow he is much discussed. 231 00:19:19,560 --> 00:19:21,471 And what is he? 232 00:19:21,560 --> 00:19:23,198 A noted military strategist. 233 00:19:23,280 --> 00:19:24,839 An exceptional swordsman. 234 00:19:24,920 --> 00:19:27,594 - Why have they sent him? - To plan the invasion. 235 00:19:27,680 --> 00:19:29,034 They are serious. 236 00:19:29,120 --> 00:19:30,872 Any weaknesses? 237 00:19:30,960 --> 00:19:32,792 A certain arrogance. 238 00:19:32,880 --> 00:19:35,520 A fondness for ladies, good wine, soft beds. 239 00:19:35,600 --> 00:19:37,955 I can't imagine he'll find Wheal Leisure to his liking. 240 00:19:38,040 --> 00:19:40,270 Which is why I've suggested something more congenial. 241 00:19:40,360 --> 00:19:41,714 (Horses approach) 242 00:19:50,720 --> 00:19:56,113 May I present General Jules Toussaint, Senator and Marshal of the Empire? 243 00:19:56,200 --> 00:19:58,237 Captain Ross Poldark. 244 00:19:58,320 --> 00:20:01,278 My nephew, Cadet Geoffrey Charles Poldark. 245 00:20:01,360 --> 00:20:03,397 Both at your service, General. 246 00:20:06,040 --> 00:20:07,872 You live alone here, Captain? 247 00:20:07,960 --> 00:20:11,590 My wife and family are from home. 248 00:20:11,680 --> 00:20:13,273 You'll not be disturbed. 249 00:20:23,040 --> 00:20:24,519 Thank you, Birkett. 250 00:20:27,160 --> 00:20:28,514 A General? 251 00:20:28,600 --> 00:20:29,999 (He scoffs) 252 00:20:30,080 --> 00:20:32,993 Well, now we have him. Colluding with the French at the highest level. 253 00:20:33,080 --> 00:20:37,313 His hanging should be even more spectacular than his friend's. 254 00:20:37,400 --> 00:20:39,914 And the nephew brat will join him. 255 00:20:40,000 --> 00:20:43,197 And our restoration to favour will be complete. 256 00:20:47,120 --> 00:20:50,192 So, the first wave of the invasion will be small and localised. 257 00:20:50,280 --> 00:20:53,636 - But if successful... - We immediately send in the second. 258 00:20:53,720 --> 00:20:56,234 And for when is it proposed? 259 00:20:56,320 --> 00:20:58,516 As early as next month. 260 00:20:59,880 --> 00:21:02,633 - Before the peace is even signed? - Yes. 261 00:21:04,360 --> 00:21:05,680 Excellent. 262 00:21:16,720 --> 00:21:18,393 A letter for you, sir. 263 00:21:30,360 --> 00:21:31,919 Is he giving the gifts to the baby? 264 00:21:33,600 --> 00:21:34,920 Yes. 265 00:21:40,800 --> 00:21:43,553 I need your assurance that nothing I tell you will reach Demelza. 266 00:21:44,640 --> 00:21:46,278 You have my word. 267 00:21:52,360 --> 00:21:55,193 I think he's talking to the people in the church. 268 00:22:00,320 --> 00:22:03,199 How can you possibly think this will work? 269 00:22:03,280 --> 00:22:05,237 Because there's no other way. 270 00:22:06,920 --> 00:22:09,355 Very well, yes, I'll assist you. 271 00:22:09,440 --> 00:22:11,795 Though I give you small chance of success. 272 00:22:11,880 --> 00:22:13,234 My thanks. 273 00:22:14,320 --> 00:22:16,152 Speed is of the essence. 274 00:22:17,800 --> 00:22:20,189 The General and I will visit Wheal Leisure today. 275 00:22:20,280 --> 00:22:23,272 While we're gone, let yourself into Nampara and go to the library. 276 00:22:23,360 --> 00:22:26,910 Beneath the rug by the window there's a panel in the floor. 277 00:22:28,000 --> 00:22:31,038 While we're at Nampara, another party must be at Wheal Leisure. 278 00:22:31,120 --> 00:22:32,679 To what end? 279 00:22:33,800 --> 00:22:36,314 Fireworks, rock falls? 280 00:22:36,400 --> 00:22:38,437 Of the most spectacular kind. 281 00:22:38,520 --> 00:22:40,716 Which is why I've called in the experts. 282 00:22:41,880 --> 00:22:43,279 Can I count on you all? 283 00:22:46,760 --> 00:22:48,319 For God, King and country. 284 00:22:56,120 --> 00:22:57,394 Come on, outside. 285 00:22:57,480 --> 00:22:59,790 My dear, where are you going? 286 00:23:01,320 --> 00:23:03,675 Prudie, take the children outside, please. 287 00:23:06,880 --> 00:23:08,439 Caroline... 288 00:23:11,240 --> 00:23:13,959 ...I've thought and I've thought on what's to be done. 289 00:23:15,240 --> 00:23:17,390 I can see no other way. 290 00:23:18,720 --> 00:23:20,631 When I heard how he spoke to Tess... 291 00:23:23,280 --> 00:23:24,634 ...I thought of Elizabeth. 292 00:23:24,720 --> 00:23:26,393 They could not be more different. 293 00:23:28,400 --> 00:23:30,038 It's the pain that's the same. 294 00:23:31,160 --> 00:23:32,639 And I had hoped that... 295 00:23:33,800 --> 00:23:35,359 ...Ross had learned his lesson. 296 00:23:36,880 --> 00:23:38,871 It's plain to see he's done nothing of the sort. 297 00:23:39,880 --> 00:23:41,109 And... 298 00:23:42,440 --> 00:23:43,953 ...to ever be wondering... 299 00:23:46,560 --> 00:23:50,554 ...to ever be wondering are they in each other's arms? 300 00:23:52,680 --> 00:23:57,595 Does he whisper to her the same sweet words that he once whispered to me? 301 00:23:59,680 --> 00:24:03,799 The agony of never knowing just a moment's peace. 302 00:24:04,920 --> 00:24:06,354 No, I can't! 303 00:24:11,000 --> 00:24:13,037 It's my faith that's broken. 304 00:24:16,200 --> 00:24:17,873 And it can't be remade. 305 00:24:21,200 --> 00:24:23,794 TOUSSPANT: It is a pleasure to see how well-guarded the mine is. 306 00:24:23,880 --> 00:24:26,633 And our cache of arms is impressive. 307 00:24:26,720 --> 00:24:29,712 ROSS: We have many sympathisers hereabouts. 308 00:24:31,960 --> 00:24:34,759 And as you've noted, no shortage of weapons to arm them. 309 00:24:36,840 --> 00:24:38,319 Farewell, my friend. 310 00:24:43,080 --> 00:24:44,957 Tonight, I go to Verity, 311 00:24:45,040 --> 00:24:50,035 till Captain Blarney can see us aboard a ship to Lisbon or the Americas of Jamaica. 312 00:24:50,120 --> 00:24:52,316 - Jamaica? - Why not? 313 00:24:53,440 --> 00:24:56,159 We'll be... quite the band of sisters, 314 00:24:56,240 --> 00:24:57,753 Kitty, Cecily and I. 315 00:24:57,840 --> 00:24:59,194 Demelza, my dear... 316 00:24:59,280 --> 00:25:00,759 ...you cannot. 317 00:25:00,840 --> 00:25:02,274 Caroline... 318 00:25:03,480 --> 00:25:04,914 Oh... 319 00:25:05,000 --> 00:25:06,911 Dwight will never forgive me. 320 00:25:07,000 --> 00:25:08,957 TOUSSAINT: An impressive sword, captain. 321 00:25:09,040 --> 00:25:10,394 You have some skill with it? 322 00:25:11,920 --> 00:25:14,275 Nothing to compare to your own. 323 00:25:14,360 --> 00:25:16,636 - May I? - Of course. 324 00:25:20,360 --> 00:25:22,670 It is true I possess a certain dexterity. 325 00:25:24,440 --> 00:25:25,953 Practice is the key. 326 00:25:26,040 --> 00:25:27,713 Like with any weapon. 327 00:25:29,160 --> 00:25:31,436 And as the ladies in France will testify... 328 00:25:32,720 --> 00:25:34,791 ...a little practice helps a great deal. 329 00:25:34,880 --> 00:25:36,996 (They both chuckle) 330 00:25:39,000 --> 00:25:42,789 How does Bonaparte view our Prime Minister? 331 00:25:42,880 --> 00:25:44,951 With utter contempt. 332 00:25:45,040 --> 00:25:46,713 He thinks him a grovelling fool. 333 00:25:46,800 --> 00:25:49,360 So, this proposed treaty... 334 00:25:49,440 --> 00:25:52,717 Would merely give us a respite to rest and rearm our forces. 335 00:25:52,800 --> 00:25:56,270 Always assuming you do not invade before it is signed. 336 00:25:56,360 --> 00:25:59,273 - Which is my preferred option. - And mine. 337 00:25:59,360 --> 00:26:01,829 This country does not deserve liberty. 338 00:26:03,040 --> 00:26:05,077 It punishes loyalty 339 00:26:05,160 --> 00:26:07,117 and rewards corruption. 340 00:26:09,680 --> 00:26:12,240 ROSS: Let us sketch out a plan. 341 00:26:13,240 --> 00:26:15,072 You know the extent of our weapons. 342 00:26:16,160 --> 00:26:22,031 As you know, I have an intimate knowledge of the terrain, the tides, the locals. 343 00:26:22,120 --> 00:26:24,953 So, how many men do you propose to send us? 344 00:26:26,480 --> 00:26:28,198 Two thousand. 345 00:26:29,640 --> 00:26:32,632 So, he allowed her to form an attachment to him? 346 00:26:32,720 --> 00:26:36,429 Fearing that to do otherwise would jeopardise the entire scheme. 347 00:26:36,520 --> 00:26:37,954 Dear God...! 348 00:26:39,360 --> 00:26:41,431 How could he do that? 349 00:26:41,520 --> 00:26:44,160 To lie to me for so long, so bold-faced? 350 00:26:45,560 --> 00:26:48,712 - And Tess, to so M's-use her. - You cannot pm] her. 351 00:26:48,800 --> 00:26:50,996 I do. She's lost her heart to him. 352 00:26:51,080 --> 00:26:53,071 And I know how easy that is. 353 00:26:55,640 --> 00:26:56,994 Am I a fool? 354 00:26:57,080 --> 00:26:58,479 Or a saint. 355 00:26:59,760 --> 00:27:02,673 That I'll never be. I've no wish to be. 356 00:27:02,760 --> 00:27:04,797 ROSS: All will be in readiness. You may rely on me. 357 00:27:04,880 --> 00:27:08,236 - It is an honour to serve France. - And France will not hesitate to reward you. 358 00:27:08,320 --> 00:27:09,674 Shall we adjourn to the parlour? 359 00:27:11,040 --> 00:27:12,951 I have some excellent rum. 360 00:27:13,040 --> 00:27:15,236 - Imported from France? - Naturally. 361 00:27:15,320 --> 00:27:17,994 Then let us toast to the success of our venture. 362 00:27:18,080 --> 00:27:20,799 (Footsteps above) 363 00:27:40,280 --> 00:27:42,430 I know what 'ee be thinking, maid. 364 00:27:42,520 --> 00:27:46,514 And I know that if Mr Ross takes such pains to protect 'ee, 365 00:27:46,600 --> 00:27:48,511 he'll not take it kindly. 366 00:27:48,600 --> 00:27:49,874 (She scoffs) 367 00:27:49,960 --> 00:27:51,519 I don't doubt it. 368 00:27:54,560 --> 00:27:55,914 Ya! 369 00:28:14,360 --> 00:28:16,874 - Be not afeared. - How could I not be afeared? 370 00:28:22,200 --> 00:28:24,555 I've asked her to come and sit with 'ee. 371 00:28:29,040 --> 00:28:31,873 - To London, with all possible speed. - Yes, sir. 372 00:28:31,960 --> 00:28:33,314 Ya! 373 00:28:43,360 --> 00:28:44,794 (Horse neighs) 374 00:28:51,080 --> 00:28:52,639 (Knocking on door) 375 00:29:09,600 --> 00:29:11,432 From Poldark. 376 00:29:13,000 --> 00:29:15,310 (Men speak in French indistinctly) 377 00:29:21,440 --> 00:29:22,589 (She gasps) 378 00:29:22,680 --> 00:29:28,073 "The French fleet holds itself in readiness for an invasion as early as next month." 379 00:29:28,160 --> 00:29:32,313 The thought of watching him march to Truro jail... 380 00:29:32,400 --> 00:29:35,631 CARY: With that snivelling kitchen maid whimpering after him. 381 00:29:35,720 --> 00:29:41,989 "These details, which I have taken great pains to extort from General Toussaint 382 00:29:42,080 --> 00:29:45,835 "were painstakingly and covertly transcribed by Dwight Enys. 383 00:29:45,920 --> 00:29:48,639 "I hope they will serve as proof of French intent 384 00:29:48,720 --> 00:29:51,758 "and of my own desire to serve the Crown." 385 00:29:51,840 --> 00:29:54,275 Damn him! So he'll be crowned as a hero. 386 00:29:56,160 --> 00:29:57,355 How? 387 00:29:59,400 --> 00:30:01,118 This report will never reach Wickham. 388 00:30:04,320 --> 00:30:05,879 But if it reached the General... 389 00:30:05,960 --> 00:30:07,314 (He chuckles) 390 00:30:13,560 --> 00:30:15,790 Oh, I do not place much store on marital fidelity. 391 00:30:15,880 --> 00:30:17,359 If opportunity presents... 392 00:30:17,440 --> 00:30:19,158 And the lady is willing. 393 00:30:19,240 --> 00:30:20,560 Myself... 394 00:30:21,680 --> 00:30:24,593 ...I prefer the thrill of the chase. 395 00:30:24,680 --> 00:30:26,239 And who doesn't? 396 00:30:29,320 --> 00:30:30,549 I beg your pardon. 397 00:30:31,560 --> 00:30:33,233 I had no idea you had company. 398 00:30:35,320 --> 00:30:38,119 And this is your charming wife? 399 00:30:39,840 --> 00:30:41,877 This is, erm...Demelza. 400 00:30:41,960 --> 00:30:43,439 This is... 401 00:30:46,120 --> 00:30:48,077 ...an old comrade from my days in America. 402 00:30:48,160 --> 00:30:50,231 Jules Toussaint, at your service, madame. 403 00:30:51,320 --> 00:30:53,277 - Pardon my intrusion, sir. - (He tuts) 404 00:30:53,360 --> 00:30:54,509 No intrusion. 405 00:30:54,600 --> 00:30:57,160 This is, after all, your house. 406 00:30:57,240 --> 00:31:00,119 And to think I was almost denied the pleasure of meeting you. 407 00:31:00,200 --> 00:31:01,759 (She laughs) 408 00:31:01,840 --> 00:31:04,400 My husband is rather possessive. He likes to keep me to himself. 409 00:31:04,480 --> 00:31:06,039 Dare you not disobey him? 410 00:31:06,120 --> 00:31:07,349 How could I, sir? 411 00:31:08,480 --> 00:31:10,517 He is my lord and master. 412 00:31:12,680 --> 00:31:14,273 He is also a traitor... 413 00:31:21,160 --> 00:31:22,594 ...to you. 414 00:31:26,800 --> 00:31:29,030 (The men speak in French) 415 00:31:35,120 --> 00:31:37,430 (They shout in alarm) 416 00:31:41,560 --> 00:31:43,278 And you have proof of this, monsieur? 417 00:31:43,360 --> 00:31:46,478 I have in my pocket a letter from this man... 418 00:31:47,600 --> 00:31:50,114 ...which was intercepted on its way to London. 419 00:31:52,320 --> 00:31:55,676 A full account of your plans, addressed to the head of our Secret Service. 420 00:31:57,960 --> 00:32:00,315 And why are you telling me this? 421 00:32:02,000 --> 00:32:04,833 Because he is without loyalty or honour to his country. 422 00:32:05,880 --> 00:32:07,359 Yes, that is true. 423 00:32:08,720 --> 00:32:10,996 And what serves me best at present 424 00:32:11,080 --> 00:32:13,594 is this man's dispatch by any means you see fit. 425 00:32:14,720 --> 00:32:15,835 (He sighs) 426 00:32:16,920 --> 00:32:18,354 Oh, Captain... 427 00:32:19,800 --> 00:32:21,871 You disappoint me greatly, Captain. 428 00:32:22,880 --> 00:32:24,837 I thought I had found an ally. 429 00:32:24,920 --> 00:32:26,558 Instead... 430 00:32:28,360 --> 00:32:30,192 May I'_> 431 00:32:30,280 --> 00:32:32,510 Forgive me if your carpet is stained, madame, 432 00:32:32,600 --> 00:32:35,558 but I must perform a small execution before we resume our conversation. 433 00:32:35,640 --> 00:32:36,789 Sir... 434 00:32:38,520 --> 00:32:40,431 From the bottom of my heart, I... 435 00:32:40,520 --> 00:32:42,238 ...I bless you. 436 00:32:43,680 --> 00:32:46,320 Can you truly think to rid me of this... 437 00:32:46,400 --> 00:32:48,118 "fiend? 438 00:32:50,560 --> 00:32:52,198 You... 439 00:32:52,280 --> 00:32:54,840 - ...do not plead for him? - Plead? 440 00:32:54,920 --> 00:32:56,433 I loathe him! 441 00:32:56,520 --> 00:32:59,034 - What? - He's a liar and a bully. 442 00:32:59,120 --> 00:33:01,555 He repeatedly breaks his marriage vows. And... 443 00:33:02,680 --> 00:33:04,000 ...and my heart. 444 00:33:05,000 --> 00:33:06,479 So, yes. 445 00:33:07,640 --> 00:33:09,358 I despise him. 446 00:33:10,520 --> 00:33:14,798 It would be a blessed release if you were to dispatch him. 447 00:33:15,800 --> 00:33:18,918 - Delighted to oblige you, madame. - But not too swiftly. 448 00:33:21,240 --> 00:33:23,231 I should like to see him... 449 00:33:24,760 --> 00:33:26,353 ...humiliated... 450 00:33:27,520 --> 00:33:29,318 ...before his dispatch. 451 00:33:34,440 --> 00:33:37,353 Nothing would give me greater pleasure. 452 00:33:37,440 --> 00:33:39,556 Forgive me, monsieur. 453 00:33:39,640 --> 00:33:42,519 But would it not be better to have it over and done with? 454 00:33:42,600 --> 00:33:44,477 You, sir, are plainly a Philistine. 455 00:33:44,560 --> 00:33:46,278 Why resort to brute force... 456 00:33:48,080 --> 00:33:50,435 ...when there is artistry to be had? 457 00:33:52,440 --> 00:33:54,750 Choose your weapons, then. Pistols or swords? 458 00:33:54,840 --> 00:33:56,399 Swords, of course. 459 00:33:58,040 --> 00:34:00,270 Then at least you will die a soldier's death. 460 00:34:02,320 --> 00:34:03,833 What were you thinking? 461 00:34:03,920 --> 00:34:05,638 Did you not think to tell anyone? 462 00:34:07,800 --> 00:34:09,234 But she forbid me. 463 00:34:10,960 --> 00:34:12,951 I warned you not to tell her. 464 00:34:14,080 --> 00:34:18,472 (She breathes quickly and heavily) 465 00:34:18,560 --> 00:34:20,676 (She gasps) 466 00:34:20,760 --> 00:34:22,671 (She cries out) 467 00:34:22,760 --> 00:34:24,398 The fuse is set. 468 00:34:24,480 --> 00:34:26,312 Zacky, do the honours. 469 00:34:29,880 --> 00:34:31,439 Make haste! 470 00:34:38,440 --> 00:34:41,159 I may have used a little too much powder. 471 00:34:41,240 --> 00:34:42,594 A proper job. 472 00:34:42,680 --> 00:34:44,830 We'll let the Frenchies out later. 473 00:34:45,840 --> 00:34:48,195 I tell you, monsieur, this is a foolish distraction. 474 00:34:50,120 --> 00:34:51,110 Shall we begin? 475 00:35:19,400 --> 00:35:22,358 Would you like me to make it easier for you, Captain? 476 00:35:27,680 --> 00:35:29,239 On y va. 477 00:35:38,560 --> 00:35:41,359 (She moans and gasps in pain) 478 00:35:59,800 --> 00:36:01,393 Is that really your best? 479 00:36:14,720 --> 00:36:16,996 Uh-uh, too easy. 480 00:36:27,600 --> 00:36:28,749 Madame... 481 00:36:33,000 --> 00:36:34,229 Urgh! 482 00:36:43,800 --> 00:36:45,438 Argh! 483 00:36:47,640 --> 00:36:49,153 Oh! 484 00:36:55,960 --> 00:36:57,678 Argh! 485 00:36:59,480 --> 00:37:00,834 Argh! 486 00:37:07,520 --> 00:37:09,193 Oh, my love... 487 00:37:14,000 --> 00:37:15,479 - He's dead. - Dead? 488 00:37:16,680 --> 00:37:17,715 What? Did I...? 489 00:37:17,800 --> 00:37:21,111 I'd rather you'd killed the other, but we mustn't be greedy. 490 00:37:23,600 --> 00:37:25,238 Keep still. Let me see. 491 00:37:28,960 --> 00:37:30,758 You cannot mean to set him at liberty? 492 00:37:30,840 --> 00:37:32,399 Finish him. 493 00:37:32,480 --> 00:37:34,630 Dispose of both bodies, who would know? 494 00:37:34,720 --> 00:37:36,199 It's tempting, but... 495 00:37:37,440 --> 00:37:39,113 ...I have a better idea. 496 00:37:44,600 --> 00:37:45,954 How bad is it? 497 00:37:46,040 --> 00:37:48,600 It'll keep him in bed a few weeks, but he'll recover. 498 00:37:50,480 --> 00:37:51,800 Mistress, be quick. 499 00:37:51,880 --> 00:37:53,359 What? What is it? 500 00:37:53,440 --> 00:37:55,192 - Thank you, my friend. - For what?! 501 00:37:55,280 --> 00:37:57,430 Demonstrating the true nature of loyalty. 502 00:37:59,280 --> 00:38:01,749 Of which I trust you will shortly reap the benefits. 503 00:38:01,840 --> 00:38:04,400 I think I'll retrieve my letter to Wickham. 504 00:38:12,840 --> 00:38:14,433 Well, I suggest a brandy. 505 00:38:15,520 --> 00:38:16,999 Thank you, no. 506 00:38:18,040 --> 00:38:19,678 You think I might poison you? 507 00:38:19,760 --> 00:38:21,512 I wouldn't rule it out. 508 00:38:24,400 --> 00:38:27,040 Clearly, we are never going to be the best of friends. 509 00:38:28,760 --> 00:38:30,717 Or any manner of friends. 510 00:38:32,680 --> 00:38:35,149 - But I believe thanks are in order. - Spare yourself. 511 00:38:35,240 --> 00:38:39,473 The gesture was not out of concern for you, but out of loyalty to my country. 512 00:38:39,560 --> 00:38:41,756 I'm indebted to you, none the less. 513 00:38:41,840 --> 00:38:43,911 Which is not a position I relish. 514 00:38:46,680 --> 00:38:48,478 Where as I revel in it. 515 00:38:54,440 --> 00:38:55,874 So... 516 00:38:55,960 --> 00:38:58,156 ...shall we revert to our... 517 00:38:59,240 --> 00:39:00,913 ...usual animosity? 518 00:39:03,240 --> 00:39:04,799 With pleasure. 519 00:39:12,120 --> 00:39:13,713 - (She cries out) - Oh, Morvvenna. 520 00:39:13,800 --> 00:39:14,995 Morvvenna! 521 00:39:16,440 --> 00:39:17,919 It is well. It is well, Morvvenna. 522 00:39:18,000 --> 00:39:19,638 (She cries out) 523 00:39:19,720 --> 00:39:21,119 Hold her hand. 524 00:39:22,160 --> 00:39:24,310 - Shh... - (She pants and gasps) 525 00:39:25,520 --> 00:39:27,875 - I'm with you. - Hold fast, Morvvenna. 526 00:39:27,960 --> 00:39:29,473 It's nearly there, Morvvenna. 527 00:39:29,560 --> 00:39:31,870 - (She cries out) - Nearly there. 528 00:39:34,120 --> 00:39:37,511 (She cries out) 529 00:39:41,160 --> 00:39:43,436 Oh, well done, Morwenna! Well done! 530 00:39:44,440 --> 00:39:46,829 (She pants and gasps for breath) 531 00:39:48,160 --> 00:39:49,639 (Baby cries) 532 00:39:52,520 --> 00:39:55,433 She's beautiful. Here, greet your daughter. 533 00:39:59,440 --> 00:40:01,556 Oh, my beautiful girl. 534 00:40:02,600 --> 00:40:04,398 (Door opens) 535 00:40:04,480 --> 00:40:06,232 - My love... - (Baby cries) 536 00:40:08,040 --> 00:40:10,429 We have a daughter. 537 00:40:12,360 --> 00:40:13,714 It's not true! 538 00:40:15,480 --> 00:40:16,879 And you're safe. 539 00:40:16,960 --> 00:40:18,314 All is Well. 540 00:40:20,160 --> 00:40:21,833 All as we'd hoped. 541 00:40:24,880 --> 00:40:26,154 What a day. 542 00:40:26,240 --> 00:40:27,958 What a love. 543 00:40:28,040 --> 00:40:29,519 That's what we'll call her. 544 00:40:30,640 --> 00:40:32,119 Loveday. 545 00:40:33,960 --> 00:40:35,758 Loveday Came. 546 00:40:37,120 --> 00:40:38,997 Welcome, Loveday. 547 00:40:39,080 --> 00:40:41,196 (They chuckle) 548 00:40:43,800 --> 00:40:46,440 ROSS". I doubt I can ever repay you. 549 00:40:46,520 --> 00:40:50,275 How your mind leapt to such a plan. 550 00:40:50,360 --> 00:40:53,079 There was no plan. I was that afeared, 551 00:40:53,160 --> 00:40:55,310 I just blurted the first thing that came into my head. 552 00:40:55,400 --> 00:40:57,914 His vanity was his undoing. 553 00:40:58,000 --> 00:41:01,038 - I knew, if I could just bide my time... - I was counting on that, too. 554 00:41:01,120 --> 00:41:02,633 (He sighs) 555 00:41:02,720 --> 00:41:05,280 I should never have kept things from you. 556 00:41:06,400 --> 00:41:07,629 You saved my life. 557 00:41:10,200 --> 00:41:12,157 As you saved mine... 558 00:41:12,240 --> 00:41:13,469 ...long ago. 559 00:41:14,640 --> 00:41:16,551 ...when you took me from that dogfight, 560 00:41:16,640 --> 00:41:18,677 made me your scullery maid and then... 561 00:41:18,760 --> 00:41:20,114 ...your wife. 562 00:41:22,600 --> 00:41:25,035 My only thought was to protect you. 563 00:41:25,120 --> 00:41:27,316 Oh, Ross, I've long been indebted to you. 564 00:41:28,680 --> 00:41:31,069 If this goes in some way to repay that... 565 00:41:31,160 --> 00:41:33,834 My debt to you can never be repaid. 566 00:41:36,160 --> 00:41:38,117 For the rest of my life... 567 00:41:39,200 --> 00:41:40,634 ...I will try. 568 00:42:12,560 --> 00:42:14,471 She flavours you, Morwenna. 569 00:42:14,560 --> 00:42:16,471 Which can only be a good thing. 570 00:42:16,560 --> 00:42:18,198 (They laugh) 571 00:42:24,960 --> 00:42:26,917 May I hold her? 572 00:42:27,000 --> 00:42:28,513 Of course. 573 00:42:38,560 --> 00:42:40,551 She looks so small. 574 00:42:40,640 --> 00:42:41,789 Yes, my love. 575 00:42:49,520 --> 00:42:51,158 May I ask to speak with 'ee? 576 00:42:51,240 --> 00:42:52,514 Alone? 577 00:43:06,920 --> 00:43:10,834 It is a joy to see them so content, do you not think? 578 00:43:10,920 --> 00:43:13,196 And the child, such a blessing. 579 00:43:14,360 --> 00:43:15,350 And... 580 00:43:16,680 --> 00:43:18,830 ...do we not think 'ee deserve as much joy? 581 00:43:20,280 --> 00:43:22,794 Or will 'ee let guilt be thy master? 582 00:43:22,880 --> 00:43:24,075 '$33 583 00:43:24,160 --> 00:43:25,798 I deserve... 584 00:43:25,880 --> 00:43:28,269 ...torment for the pain I've caused. 585 00:43:29,880 --> 00:43:32,269 Well, for which I hold not the least of a grudge. 586 00:43:33,400 --> 00:43:35,118 Nor pass judgment. 587 00:43:36,120 --> 00:43:38,589 For who in this world have never gone astray? 588 00:43:41,120 --> 00:43:42,997 You and I were once set to be wed. 589 00:43:44,560 --> 00:43:46,756 Can we not be so again? 590 00:43:52,040 --> 00:43:53,519 Would 'ee take me still? 591 00:43:53,600 --> 00:43:55,557 Would 'ee not ask me? 592 00:44:12,400 --> 00:44:13,959 Kitty Despard... 593 00:44:15,320 --> 00:44:16,754 I understand. 594 00:44:18,360 --> 00:44:21,716 Quite rightly, you feared I might repeat my past indiscretions. 595 00:44:21,800 --> 00:44:23,359 No. 596 00:44:24,880 --> 00:44:26,473 That was not my fear. 597 00:44:26,560 --> 00:44:28,517 But it has been my excuse. 598 00:44:31,400 --> 00:44:32,879 For what? 599 00:44:34,000 --> 00:44:36,037 Keeping you at arm's length. 600 00:44:36,120 --> 00:44:38,794 Preventing any lasting reconnection between us. 601 00:44:41,320 --> 00:44:43,118 For what might be the consequence. 602 00:44:48,040 --> 00:44:49,553 Another child. 603 00:44:49,640 --> 00:44:51,517 Another opening of my heart. 604 00:44:54,480 --> 00:44:56,869 Another loss would kill me. 605 00:44:57,960 --> 00:44:59,394 And me. 606 00:45:02,200 --> 00:45:05,670 And yet, without such an opening, are we not but half a life? 607 00:45:06,840 --> 00:45:08,513 Yes. 608 00:45:08,600 --> 00:45:11,513 And would you deprive yourself forever... 609 00:45:12,760 --> 00:45:14,239 ...of that? 610 00:45:15,800 --> 00:45:17,632 I would not. 611 00:45:19,000 --> 00:45:21,037 Nor would I want to deprive you. 612 00:45:22,040 --> 00:45:23,713 Hence my confession. 613 00:45:58,400 --> 00:46:00,789 Yes, this account confirms other reports 614 00:46:00,880 --> 00:46:04,077 which have reached me from France and from England. 615 00:46:06,480 --> 00:46:08,949 But Addington will not heed them. 616 00:46:09,040 --> 00:46:11,077 He is hellbent on securing the peace, so... 617 00:46:11,160 --> 00:46:12,958 I've achieved nothing. 618 00:46:13,040 --> 00:46:14,633 No, not entirely. 619 00:46:14,720 --> 00:46:16,518 Your loyalty has been recognised. 620 00:46:16,600 --> 00:46:19,911 We've managed to avert the impending French invasion of the South West. 621 00:46:20,000 --> 00:46:23,516 And in addition, the French prisoners you took are proving informative. 622 00:46:23,600 --> 00:46:26,718 And you have, it appears, redeemed yourself in the eyes of the Crown. 623 00:46:26,800 --> 00:46:28,154 So... 624 00:46:28,240 --> 00:46:31,073 And what might the Crown be willing to do in return? 625 00:46:32,800 --> 00:46:36,794 Ralph Hanson and Joseph Merceron have also shown loyalty... 626 00:46:37,880 --> 00:46:39,234 ...to none but themselves. 627 00:46:40,400 --> 00:46:43,756 And this account demonstrates treachery, 628 00:46:43,840 --> 00:46:46,798 a lack of conscience, honour or mercy. 629 00:46:48,320 --> 00:46:50,709 The time is surely for them to reap their rewards. 630 00:46:55,320 --> 00:46:57,834 And what of the matter we discussed some time ago? 631 00:46:59,120 --> 00:47:01,555 The covert role of a person of your talents. 632 00:47:03,880 --> 00:47:05,359 Yes? 633 00:47:05,440 --> 00:47:08,114 Perhaps now might be a good time to try it for size. 634 00:47:17,640 --> 00:47:19,358 (Thunder rumbles) 635 00:47:22,960 --> 00:47:24,598 Can this really not wait until morning? 636 00:47:24,680 --> 00:47:26,637 I trust the matter is significant? 637 00:47:26,720 --> 00:47:29,394 Possession of brandy, on which the duty... 638 00:47:30,520 --> 00:47:32,272 ...has not been paid. 639 00:47:32,360 --> 00:47:33,998 - Is that the charge? - Mm. 640 00:47:35,240 --> 00:47:39,029 You realise that being in possession of smuggled goods is a serious offence? 641 00:47:39,120 --> 00:47:41,760 Do not lecture me on the law, sir. 642 00:47:41,840 --> 00:47:43,399 - Do you not know who I am? - No, sir. 643 00:47:43,480 --> 00:47:45,517 - Who are you? - A magistrate. 644 00:47:45,600 --> 00:47:49,639 Then I wonder you are so ill-acquainted with the law as to hold it in contempt. 645 00:47:49,720 --> 00:47:53,759 You will reside in Truro jail until the case comes to court. 646 00:47:53,840 --> 00:47:55,319 What case? 647 00:47:55,400 --> 00:47:58,438 I'll give you a dozen names who'll have us released before you can say... 648 00:47:58,520 --> 00:48:00,079 Ned Despard. 649 00:48:02,920 --> 00:48:04,149 Sir... 650 00:48:05,800 --> 00:48:07,393 - Ah. - A list of charges. 651 00:48:07,480 --> 00:48:08,914 "Bribery. 652 00:48:09,000 --> 00:48:10,274 "Corruption. 653 00:48:10,360 --> 00:48:12,510 "Fraud. Blackmail. False witness. 654 00:48:12,600 --> 00:48:14,113 "Mistreatment of prisoners. 655 00:48:14,200 --> 00:48:15,315 "Murder." 656 00:48:15,400 --> 00:48:17,311 Will it be enough to detain them? 657 00:48:17,400 --> 00:48:19,471 For a considerable time. 658 00:48:21,120 --> 00:48:22,633 Your servant, sir. 659 00:48:24,120 --> 00:48:25,679 And yours, sir. 660 00:48:33,240 --> 00:48:35,356 VALENTINE: So I shall have my own mine. 661 00:48:36,640 --> 00:48:38,870 Close to Nampara and Uncle Ross. 662 00:48:38,960 --> 00:48:40,234 We shall visit him. 663 00:48:41,520 --> 00:48:42,874 He can advise me. 664 00:48:45,040 --> 00:48:48,078 Papa does not care for mines, but Uncle Ross cares a great deal. 665 00:49:12,840 --> 00:49:15,673 A second visit in a fortnight. This is an honour. 666 00:49:15,760 --> 00:49:17,671 How was London? 667 00:49:18,840 --> 00:49:20,353 Productive. 668 00:49:20,440 --> 00:49:22,477 We are now officially free of Merceron. 669 00:49:22,560 --> 00:49:23,994 (He clears his throat) 670 00:49:24,080 --> 00:49:27,357 I came to inform you that I am closing up Trenwith. 671 00:49:29,240 --> 00:49:32,039 Henceforth, Truro and London will be my home. 672 00:49:34,200 --> 00:49:35,520 I see. 673 00:49:39,520 --> 00:49:41,158 Er... 674 00:49:41,240 --> 00:49:43,072 Valentine has... 675 00:49:44,400 --> 00:49:47,153 ...expressed a wish to visit here. 676 00:49:49,240 --> 00:49:52,870 I should be grateful if you refused him permission. 677 00:49:52,960 --> 00:49:55,395 He is, after all... 678 00:49:56,600 --> 00:49:58,432 ...no relation. 679 00:50:38,640 --> 00:50:40,597 It is a blessed day, Mrs Carne. 680 00:50:40,680 --> 00:50:43,433 A day I thought I might never see, Mr Came. 681 00:50:44,960 --> 00:50:46,837 Can you give me a moment? 682 00:50:52,160 --> 00:50:53,958 A proper job. 683 00:50:54,040 --> 00:50:57,476 You had all them Frenchies fooled and me besides. 684 00:50:58,520 --> 00:51:00,033 What do I owe you, Tess? 685 00:51:01,000 --> 00:51:02,673 You detest my wife. 686 00:51:02,760 --> 00:51:05,354 You endanger my children. You set fire to my house. 687 00:51:05,440 --> 00:51:08,159 - You can't prove it was I. - We both know it was. 688 00:51:09,240 --> 00:51:10,958 I saved your neck, Tess. 689 00:51:11,040 --> 00:51:12,713 Don't let me regret it. 690 00:51:24,600 --> 00:51:26,432 So, the call came at last. 691 00:51:26,520 --> 00:51:27,954 It was expected. 692 00:51:28,040 --> 00:51:30,111 Travel to France covertly. 693 00:51:30,200 --> 00:51:33,750 Observe the build-up of troops, the full extent of Bonaparte's rearmament. 694 00:51:33,840 --> 00:51:36,400 - We may yet prevent the Peace of Amiens. - We? 695 00:51:37,400 --> 00:51:39,038 Dwight will meet me there. 696 00:51:39,120 --> 00:51:43,193 In the guise of studying with the famed Dr Purnell at his mental asylum at De Sartre. 697 00:51:43,280 --> 00:51:45,635 But I'll be conveniently close to Paris. 698 00:51:45,720 --> 00:51:47,199 And to Ross. 699 00:51:47,280 --> 00:51:49,430 So, you will be brothers in arms again. 700 00:51:51,520 --> 00:51:52,715 So... 701 00:51:53,920 --> 00:51:55,593 ...do I have your consent? 702 00:51:57,400 --> 00:52:00,916 You have my consent, if you promise... 703 00:52:01,000 --> 00:52:03,435 ...to return in one piece... 704 00:52:03,520 --> 00:52:05,352 ...and before harvest. 705 00:52:05,440 --> 00:52:07,272 To bring in the corn. 706 00:52:08,320 --> 00:52:10,152 To welcome your new son or daughter. 707 00:52:13,320 --> 00:52:15,152 Oh, my love...! 708 00:52:19,000 --> 00:52:20,638 From Marlow. 709 00:52:20,720 --> 00:52:22,597 They've offered me a place again. 710 00:52:22,680 --> 00:52:24,114 Oh, that's wonderful news! 711 00:52:25,520 --> 00:52:29,275 So, I will study hard, train hard, serve my country. 712 00:52:30,360 --> 00:52:32,476 And trust... 713 00:52:32,560 --> 00:52:36,190 ...that, one day, I will love a girl more ardently than the girl who was my first love. 714 00:53:50,280 --> 00:53:53,796 DEMELZA: They'll soon be lighting the beacons in expectation of the peace. 715 00:53:53,880 --> 00:53:56,269 The French will appreciate that. 716 00:53:56,360 --> 00:53:59,478 The land they hoped to conquer lit up for all to see. 717 00:54:04,680 --> 00:54:06,114 If it's a boy... 718 00:54:07,640 --> 00:54:09,119 ...we'll call him Henry. 719 00:54:10,120 --> 00:54:11,633 And if it's a girl... 720 00:54:11,720 --> 00:54:13,552 Isabella Rose. 721 00:54:16,480 --> 00:54:17,959 Are you afraid? 722 00:54:19,120 --> 00:54:20,633 Of course am afraid. 723 00:54:21,640 --> 00:54:24,314 Every moment of every day. 724 00:54:25,480 --> 00:54:26,879 And I. 725 00:54:27,920 --> 00:54:29,638 But we mustn't be. 726 00:54:29,720 --> 00:54:31,552 Where's our faith? 727 00:54:33,240 --> 00:54:34,753 Where's our gratitude? 728 00:54:35,840 --> 00:54:39,310 We're here, we're alive. We have blood in our veins. 729 00:54:39,400 --> 00:54:40,959 And the past is gone. 730 00:54:42,080 --> 00:54:43,400 Tomorrow... 731 00:54:44,400 --> 00:54:45,629 ...doesn't exist. 732 00:54:47,720 --> 00:54:49,279 All that matters is now. 733 00:54:49,360 --> 00:54:50,839 And we. 734 00:54:53,040 --> 00:54:54,599 Two hearts... 735 00:54:55,800 --> 00:54:57,154 ...one beat. 736 00:54:58,480 --> 00:55:00,517 You can't ask any more than that. 737 00:55:02,040 --> 00:55:04,031 There isn't any more to ask. 738 00:55:25,920 --> 00:55:27,479 Ross... 739 00:55:30,120 --> 00:55:32,111 You will come back? 740 00:55:33,600 --> 00:55:35,193 I swear to you, my love... 741 00:55:36,760 --> 00:55:38,433 ...I will return. 742 00:57:17,320 --> 00:57:23,794 Subtitles by TVT