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And it starts with a subscription to BBC.com giving you unlimited articles and videos ad free podcasts, the BBC News channel, streaming live 24. 7 plus hundreds of acclaimed documentaries. Subscribe to trusted independent journalism and storytelling from the BBC. Find out more@BBC.com join. You're listening to the Archers Omnibus from BBC Radio 4. Hi, Susan. Oh, Amber, how are you? Yeah, fine, thanks. Fine. And how's George getting on? He's okay. Only to be honest with you, I've been worrying about him since last week. Why? Well, since his Uncle Clive turned up. Worrying about what he's been saying to George. I mean, he said dreadful things to me. We were rowing in public. Me and my waste of space brother. Did George tell you? He did, yeah. And then Clive started saying that whoever did the attack was probably someone from round here. I mean, why would he say that? I don't know. No one in hamburger do that. They just wouldn't. I mean, the police have got Marky and his mates in custody, Amber. But we don't know for sure that it was them, though, do we? Not for sure. It's the obvious explanation. I know. I know it is. But still, it did affect George. What Clive said. Oh, no, my brother, he's just poison. He really is. Right. Well, like I say, George is okay now. Have you got any ice cream? Ice cream? In January? It's freezing out there. Will and Poppy have made apple crumble. Oh, very nice. And Poppy says we have to have it with custard and ice cream. Sounds delicious. There's Bridge Farm vanilla in the freezer. Great. Thank you. Brad. Hi. Hi, Amber. All right, Brad? Hi, Auntie Susan. I was just saying to Amber about your Uncle Clyde. Oh, what about him? Oh, that he's poison. Oh, yeah, he is. Mum says he's toxic. Well, toxic's the word. Do you know if he's definitely, definitely gone? I think so. He was around ours yesterday saying this, like, emotional goodbye to Grandad. Where will I find gravy granules? Oh, just over there with the spices and the condiments. You're both going to Burns Night at the ball next Sunday. I don't think Jazza would forgive me if I didn't. What about you, Amber? I don't think mint ought to be welcome. At least not in the pub. Oh, no. Sorry. Wasn't thinking. Well, you would be. Don't know about George, but I'm not gonna turn up without him, am I? No, probably not. Can I pay for the ice cream? Oh, it's so, so lovely that you're here, Harrison. Well, I just thought, you know, why not? How long can you stay? Probably just a night. Yeah. Supposed to be working tomorrow. Oh, you've got to drive back tomorrow morning. Yeah, it's okay though, cuz I don't start till midday, so I, I just, I just really wanted to come home. Ah, that's great. Oh, I'm honestly so glad to see you. I mean, if I'd have known you were coming, I'd have planned something for dinner. I, I, I could run to the shop before it closes. Oh, no, no, it's fine. We can have them. I don't know. Him. Beans on toast. I know. Come on, we're not having beans on toast. Well, honestly, I'm not that bothered. Okay. No, I mean, I was just thinking that it would be nice if it was. Nice? Yeah, it would, but. But what? What's wrong? I really, really need to talk to you. What's happened? Something happened at work. No. Is it that woman? What woman? You said you had a colleague who was after you. Something happened with you and her. No. No fella. What do you take me for? Well, I don't know. It was the way you said it. Like it was something really serious. It is serious, but it's not that. I can't believe you just said that. Sorry. I'm, I'm sorry. Just tell me, please. It's about George Grundy. What about him? I'm sorry, Fallon, I. I think you know something about the attack. What do you mean? Something more. Something that you're not letting on. It's been a while. I know. I've missed you. Missed me? Yeah, I have. Am I not allowed to say that? What do you mean, not allowed to say that? You can say anything you want. That's not true, is it? What are you talking about? Obviously it is. Amber. What? Amber, you left your phone. Oh, did I? Sorry. Only just noticed it next to the card machine. Look, he's still here. Thank you, Susan. Oh, and I don't know whether to say this or not. Amber. What? It's just. I wouldn't want Clive to turn George against us again. I couldn't bear it. Well, George hasn't said anything about that. Okay. Okay. Well, I'm sure it's fine. I'm sure it is. Oh, I'm gonna go in. It's freezing. See you. Auntie Susan, could we just go for a walk? A walk? Like, right now? Yeah, just down the road. Not for a massive hike or anything. Well, it's just I've got the ice cream. Well, I don't think your ice cream is gonna melt in this weather. That's true. Eileen, you really do need to talk, don't you? Think about what, exactly? New Year's Eve. Oh, yeah. Yeah. So can we go for that walk? Sure. I don't know what you want me to say, but you are being weird with me. You've got to admit, you're being quite weird. How? Well, I mean, whenever I mention the attack on George Grundy, you change the subject. Well, that's not weird. That's because I'm sick of talking about George Grundy. I mean, I'd happily never say his name again, frankly. Yeah, I get it. I get that. But I think there's more going on. Like what? Well, I don't know. Do. I'm not a psychic. I need you to tell me, love. I need you to talk to me. I was so happy when you walked through that door. It was such a nice surprise to see you. And now suddenly I feel like I'm in a police interview. Oh, come on. No, but I do. It's just been bugging me for days. I know something's up. Cause I know you. But I thought. I can't talk about this on the phone with you. I need to see you face to face. So just be straight with me. That's all I want. Who is it? Who is it that you're protecting, Harrison? What? You know, right? You already know who it is. I really don't. Well, it's you. What? Obviously it's you. What are you talking about? I know, okay? I know that you did it did what? Hit George Grundy with a bottle. Is this a joke? Oh, yeah, like I would make a joke about this right now. I mean, there's no way. Why on earth do you think it was me? Because I saw you. You saw me? Yeah. But you weren't there. You were still in the pub. I saw you on the CCTV footage. What CCTV footage? From the pub, from the car park. There was a man walking fast across the car park with a bottle of wine in one hand at exactly the right time. And Harrison, that man was you. He's desperate to see you, you know. Is he? Of course. I mean, I feel bad. I do. I didn't go to the hospital and I haven't gone around to see him since he came out. And I'm so glad that he's okay. I really am. Of course I am. But, Amber, he was horrible to me, too. I know. He's been horrible to everyone. What, and that makes it all right? No, of course not. It's. That's not what I meant. I. I don't know what I meant. But he is sorry. He's so sorry. Especially about, you know, accusing us of. You know. Yeah, he's told me. He's told me over and over in his messages. But the awful thing is, he was right, wasn't he? No, he wasn't. He wasn't. Because at that point when he accused us, nothing had actually happened. Nothing had happened, but obviously he could sense something. Do you regret it? No. Yes. Maybe. I don't know. It's just the idea of him lying in the cold while we were. I know. I know. I hate the thought of it, too. But it's not like we knew, is it? No. And it's not like we. It was. It was just a kiss. It was like a kiss. Yeah. It's still a betrayal. Yeah. Yeah, it is. So what are we gonna do? What do you want to do? Don't ask me that. Why? Because it's not about what I want. Of course it is. What else is it about? Well, then I guess I want to stay with George. I care about him a lot and I owe it to him. Brad. What about me? Well, that's the thing, Brad. I have to stop thinking about you. So you do think about me, then? You know I do. I don't know. I don't know what to think. I should go back. They're waiting for me. And there's this ice cream. Okay, look, I'm just gonna say it. Cause I've gotta say it. Say what? I'm in love with you, Brad. No, I am. I just am. And I've got to be able to say it because I'll regret it forever if I don't. And I need to know. Are you in love with me too, Amber? Yes, I am. Wow. Wow. I just didn't expect you to say it. Really? Did you not? I think you're amazing. I think you're amazing. But the thing is. The thing is this. You and me, it can't happen because of George. Yes, but it's not like you're married. You know, we're all of us, really young. I mean, don't you think, like, we owe it to ourselves and to George, you know, seriously, to George as well, to get this right? I do, yeah. So the thing is that it's too late. But it's not. That's crazy. We're 19 years old. How can it be too late? Because I'm pregnant. What? I'm pregnant. No, you're not. I am. And that changes everything. I thought I was protecting you. I don't need protecting because it wasn't me. Are you sure? Am I sure? Are you kidding me? Am I sure? But you have been quite. Quite what? Volatile lately. You've had warnings at work. Oh, that's nice. Lovely, that. Yeah. Throw that back at me. No, I'm not trying to throw. Throw anything at you. I'm. I'm just trying to explain. And you've lost it with George before, haven't you? Yeah. Yeah, but can you blame me? No, it's not about blame. I have worked so hard on myself in these last few months and I've been different. Don't you think I've been different? Yeah, I do. Well, that was convincing. I do. I know. I really do, Harrison. It's just. On New Year's Eve, you were so angry. Again. I just can't get over how little faith you have in me. But, Harrison, you thought I was involved. I thought you knew something. That's not the same as lamping someone with a bottle, is it? Honestly, if you'd seen the CCTV footage. Well, I can't now, can I? No one can. I know and I'm sorry. Do you realise what you've done? What do you mean? You've committed a crime, Fallon. You've deleted crucial evidence. I mean, technically, I should report you. Report me? Yeah. Are you serious? Yeah. Yeah, I am. I am on a final warning. What do you think would happen if anyone on the force found out that I was hiding something like this? I don't know I'd be fired immediately. Well, not only that, though, you'd be charged with a criminal offense. Would I? Yeah. Yeah, you absolutely would. I've been dreading today, David. I know. I know. We all feel the same, every cattle farmer. I haven't slept at all. Seriously? Not even a couple of hours? No, I don't think so. That's not good. How do you sleep the night before something like this? It's so stressful. It is. You've had TB in your herd, haven't you? We have. And was it horrendous? Yes, it was. Sorry, but it was. Oh, it's just after everything else, you know, I'd just be devastated. Yeah, of course. But I think you've just got to try and keep in mind that it's pretty unlikely, you know, there's so much uncertainty in farming. You've just got to find your way through it. Yeah, I know that from growing up here. Well, this anticipation today, it's one of the worst days. Yeah. But touch wood, in 72 hours, you'll know that the herd is TB free and all will be well. Sometimes I'm like, I really want to do this. I want to be a farmer. I love it. It's amazing. And then on a day like today, I think I must be insane. Well, actually, most days I think I'm insane. Well, I, for one, am very glad that you've applied for this tenancy. Thank you. That's lovely. You and Ruth have just been incredibly supportive and fantastic neighbors. Well, we want you to succeed. And you are. You are succeeding. Not financially, I'm not. I think that's going to take time. Yeah, but you'll get there. So long as all my cows don't have to be slaughtered. That is not going to happen. Thanks, David. And thanks for coming this morning. I know you've plenty else to do. All right. It's fine. And you're in safe hands with Alistair and Paul. Actually, I do need to go make a couple of deliveries. Of course. No, why don't you get going? Morning. Morning. Hi, Paul. I hope it all goes well. Hi. How's things? You're very healthy. Cycling everywhere. Yeah, it's only because I can't drive. Oh, you can't drive? It's so embarrassing being a vet nurse that can't drive. It's not like driving is your job, is it? True, but it would be really useful. So, are you going to learn? I've tried. I failed loads of times. Shame. But I've actually made inroads into trying Again? I'm doing some driving practice with my boyfriend Ruri on Wednesday. It will probably be the end of our relationship. Don't be daft. Anyway, enough about me. How are you doing? I am insanely stressed out. Of course you are. How can you not be? Lillian? Yeah? Can I tell you about the specials? Please do. So, I've got some really amazing burrata which I'm planning to use for a winter salad with blood oranges. Oh, sounds good. Yeah. And that'll have a cardamom and honey dressing. Oh, marvelous. I love cardamom. Yeah, so do I. It's gorgeous. What else was I going to tell you? Did I see Harrison's car here last night? Yeah, yeah, you did. So where is he this morning? He. He's gone back. He. He was actually just here for the evening. He drove all that way just for an evening? Yeah. I mean, he was going to stay over, but then he got called back. Oh, that seems a bit rough. I know. Yeah. Poor Harrison. Yeah, it's tough. It's tough. Morning, Lillian. Fallon. Hi. Morning, Jazza. Can I get a sausage tani and a tea, please? Sure. How's the buns date menu coming along? Good. I think I'm all sorted. Really? Well. Although I should probably warn you about the beef bourguignon. Beef bourguignon? Yeah, that's my meat alternative to haggis. Fallon, Fallon, Fallon. I know, I know. You're killing me. Oh, but it will be nice, Jazza. It's no remotely Scottish, though, is it, Lillian? It's French, for crying out loud. Well, didn't Mary Queen of Scots marry someone French? What's that got to do with anything? The thing is, is that it's the perfect thing to prep in advance. And a lot of people don't love the idea of having, I guess, do they? Well, a lot of people are fools. I say the customer is never wrong. Come on, Lillian. The customer's very often as wrang as can be. Let's not pretend here. Sorry, Jazzo. Look, I don't think we'll be short of appropriate Scottish elements. Oh, well, you'll not get me eating beef Burgundy on buns night. I'm telling you now, no one's going to demand it of you, Jazza. Well, they better know. Can you say anything about the floodlights? Floodlights? I'm not sure the green is going to be floodlight. It gets dark that early. See? Oh, yeah, of course. No, sounds amazing. Well, you'll have to ask Kenton about the floodlights, Jazza, because I've no Idea, I'm afraid. Was he about this morning? He was here a minute ago. I have to give you my ring. Yeah, you do that. Morning. Oh, morning, Eddie. Okay, look, I'll go and do you that sausage sandwich, Jazzer. Oh, Fallon, before you disappear, could I have one of those? Yeah, of course. Two sausage sandwiches coming up. So, Eddie. Yes, Jazzer? You gonna make it to the Highland Games on the green? Oh, this is your Burns Night Jamboree, is it? Most certainly is. I'll have to check my diary. Actually, I've got a question for you, Lillian. Oh, Can I interest you in some sought after hay for the stables? Seriously, now, would I make jokes about hay during a crisis like this? I assumed you'd already sold it, Addie. That's fantastic. Okay, cows are lined up, Paul. Should we start? Yep. Alistair's given the thumbs up. Okay, first up. 751-951-751-1951. Here she comes. Go on, girl. That's it. I love the fawn and white. The Guernsey, 752026. Next, 752026. Oh, Paul, I really, really hope they'll all be clear. Nothing changes, does it? What do you mean? Eddie Grundy. I mean, I know hay's in short supply, but his prices are bonkers. I will, I suppose. It's a seller's market, you know. I don't think anyone's desperate enough to pay what he's asking. The stable certainly can't afford it, sadly. Morning. Oh, morning, David. Fallon's beef order. Oh, excellent. Thank you. Shall I take it through? Answer me this, David. Go on, keep a tossing. Any good? I have no idea. What about sword dancing? Oh, I sword dance all the time, Jasmine. Every morning before my turmeric latte. Turmeric latte day. That is a thing, isn't it? It's definitely a thing. Look forward to seeing you in action on Sunday, then. Sunday? The event of the year, David. It's going to be brilliant. We've got floodlights and everything. Well, we don't know if Kenton has secured the floodlighting, Jazza, so don't get carried away. You kind of get carried away on buns Night, Lillian. When can you. Good point. Morning, David. Hi, fellow. Is that my beef? It is indeed. Brilliant. David, guess which is planet he cooked with Jo, for goodness sake. Beef barguignon. What? That's French. I know it's French and it's delicious. Jazzo, don't you have a job to go to? I do and I'm heading there now. Good. Remain Kent about Their floodlights if you get the chance, Lilliana. Oh, the floodlights. See you at the games. Yeah. I think the beef bourgeon is going to be great. So do I, darling. So do I. Better get going on it anyway. David, can you tell me, has Eddie Grundy tried selling you any hair? Hay. Eddie's selling hay? Yeah. Very expensive hay. Well, sourcing hay right now is practically impossible. He's cashing in. Held his back while the prices went up. Hay from those meadows, eh? I might check it out. Right, then. I'll see you on Burns Night, Lillian, if not before. Yeah. Thanks, David. Lillian. Yes, darling, you're right. Yes. Yeah, I'm fine. You sure? Yeah. Absolutely. Absolutely. Fallon, do you think if we hadn't done that big giveaway of wine bottles, do you think George Grundy would never have been attacked? I don't know. But I mean, if someone's got it in for George, then they're gonna find a weapon, aren't they? This isn't in any way your fault, Lillian. I felt bad when I saw Eddie. Well, you shouldn't. But Fallon, I was so horrible to George that evening. With good cause. Imagine if he died and that was the last exchange we'd ever had. But he didn't die, did he? No. Oh, I hate this time of year. It's freezing and there's no Christmas to look forward to. Yeah, there's always Burns Night. Well, that's true. I've got to say, it's pretty tough with Harrison away. Yeah, I'm sure it is. Somehow when it was summer or even the autumn, I could handle it. But in the winter it feels. Feels really lonely, you know? Darling. Wasn't it Jennifer's anniversary soon? Thursday. This Thursday? I'd so love to see her again. Sit down for a catch up. A large G and T. Oh, Eddie. Oh, hello, David. What can I do for you? I heard a rumour that you've got hay for sale. Is that right? I have. I have indeed. Oh. So what's your price, then? Ah, well, now you're asking, David. Yes, I am. So why don't you make me an offer? Or you could just tell me the price. Where's the fun in that, Eddie? I'm kidding. I'm only having a bit of fun. So what are you asking, then? I've got two more orders for the blood orange barota salad. That's right. I'm going to run out. Well, it does sound so lovely. I was hoping there'd be some left for our lunch. Fat chance of that. But Those two are good to go. Well, thanks, Fallon. Oh, and Lillian? Yeah? Do you have plans on Thursday nights? No, I'm not. I don't, really. Well, why don't you and I have a G and T together? Oh, Fallon. Well, I just thought, you know, I could make a fire and get some nice snacks together and. And we could raise a glass to Jennifer. Oh, that sounds gorgeous. Really gorgeous. Great. Thank you. I'm just gonna make a phone call. Okay. You are lovely. Oh, okay. Harrison. Hi. I'm just at work. I'm actually right in the middle of serving lunch, so it's ridiculous to leave you a message right now. But I. I can't stop thinking about you and about us. I'm really worried. I wish you knew how much I love you. Because I do. I really do. Please, please, will you ring me when you can? I believe you. You know, I. I believe you. Okay. If you say that it wasn't you, then it wasn't, and that's that. You know, just. Just call me back, please. Thank you. Okay. Brad? Yeah? You getting up? No. You okay? Yeah. I brought you a cup of tea. Thanks. So you're not going into uni, then? Don't think so. The thing is. What? You don't really seem ill to me. Well, I am. I think you're faking. Why do you say that? Because it takes one to know one. And I was always trying to get out at school and you weren't because you were this brain box and I was not just as clever as me, you know? Yeah. Yeah, I do know that, actually, I do know that now. Didn't used to, but. Anyway, we're getting off the point here. So you didn't go in yesterday, and you're not going in today, and something's up. So what is it? Hi, Fallon. Oh, hi. Jazzo, Ms. Kenton. About? Should be. I still haven't got an answer off my booty floodlights. Oh, right. If we don't have them, what? Messes up all the time and see. Yeah, of course. Well, have you tried calling him? I went straight to voicemail. He might still be in bed. Chazzer. Really? Well, I mean, it's only just gone eight. Just. Why did you pop in before work? Well, I'm sure he'll call you later. Oh, look who it is. Hey, Harrison. How are you? Yeah, I'm. I'm not Bob, my mate. Are you? Oh, good. Oh, good. Can you complain? Oh, good stuff. What are you doing here? Well, I asked my boss if I could have a couple of days off and he said, yeah. Just like that. Yep. Yeah, pretty much. So you're only here a couple of days, are you? Yeah. Yeah, that's right. That's a shame. Well, it's best I could do, mate. No, I know. It's good. It's. It's really good. I only meant you're gonna miss all the fun on Sunday Jazzo. Why, what's happening Sunday? Burns Night. And you're Harrison Burns. Okay. It's true. I am. Oh, Harrison. First seeing you here. Hey. All right? Ah, Kenton. You managed to get their floodlights sorted? Floodlights? Oh, you're obsessed. I know. Sorry. But I just think it'd be dead cool, really. Make the event, you know, the atmosphere, everything. Well, good job. I've got them then. Fantastic. Brad? Yeah? Will you talk to me? I can't. That's the thing. I can't. What do you mean, you can't? I mean, it's not my stuff to tell you. What's not your stuff? Can you stop being so weird and mysterious? Sorry, I'm not trying to be weird and mysterious. Whatever it is, we can work it out, okay? Like, I'm sure it's not as bad as you think. It never is. It definitely is. Well, what are you gonna do then? Just stay in bed for the rest of your life? Okay. Okay. If I tell you, you have to promise not to tell anyone. Yeah? Okay. Yeah, I promise. I'm in love with Amber. Is that it? Well. Cause I already knew that. How? I guessed. You guessed? Yeah. Sorry, does everyone just know? No. No, no, no. Of course not. Is it, like, written across my face or something? I mean, you do light up when you see her. I do not. Oh, you do. And you talk about her all the time. I really don't think I do. And when you talk about her, you look incredibly happy. Don't say that. But I'm not sure anyone else has noticed. That's not good. That's not good. Chelsea. I'm sorry. Do you think George is in there? No, why would. He's too wrapped up in himself. We did suspect us. Did he? But he suspected us when there was nothing to suspect. And now there is. Yeah. No. Sort of. Not really. Okay. Okay. So, well, how does she feel? Like, how does Amber feel about you? Honestly? I think she feels the same. Has she said that? Pretty much. What? I know. Yeah, I know. Have you like. No. No, no, no, no. I mean, we've kissed. That's all. We kissed on the night that George got bottled. And we both feel terrible about it. I mean, I'M supposed to be George's best man. Well, you didn't do it on purpose, did you? Well, I didn't kiss her by accident. No. I mean, didn't plan to fall in love with her. That's what I mean. Yeah. No, I didn't. So. Well, what happens now, then? Nothing. Nothing. She's staying with George. She's staying with him? Yeah. Why would she do that? Can I help with anything in the kitchen? Yeah, why not? You could do yourself a bacon sandwich. Is that allowed? Well, I mean, I'm head of the kitchen, so. Yeah. Okay, great. Yeah, I'm starving. I mean, I'd make it for you. No need to get the bread in. Bacon's in the fridge. Well, you could make one for Kenton too. Sure he won't say no. Yeah. Yeah. All right. Okay. What time did you leave this morning? Oh, 5:00am 5:00am that's why I didn't message you. I didn't want to work you. Is this the right one, love? Yeah, this is a great idea. Falling love. Oh, there's a pan on the hob. Oh, you must be knackered. No, I'm fine. Actually, yeah, I'm. I'm really fine. Ah. I'm sorry. I can't take the day off. Of course you can't. I'm not asking you to. Oh, I know, but it would have been nice. Thank you for your message, by the way. Yeah, it was. It was lovely. I meant it. Everything I said. Yeah, I know. You did. Good. So I'm frying this bacon. I'm not grilling it. Is that okay? Yeah. Old school oil's there. Oh, this day is turning out so much better than I thought it would. I'm sorry I didn't call you. It's okay. I just needed a bit of space. I get it. I do. I really hurt you, and I'm really sorry. Well, I'm sorry. I'm sorry that my behavior was so appalling that you actually believed, you know, I might be capable of, you know. Well, we're both really sorry about everything. And that's good, isn't it? Yeah, I think so. I mean, that night I did have to get myself away from him, from George, just to make sure I didn't punch him, frankly. But I won't ever do something so violent as to lamp someone with a bottle. Oh, I know. I know. I don't know what I was thinking. And I wouldn't leave anyone lying on the path, his head cut open. I mean, I just wouldn't do that. Please, can we just forget that I ever thought any of that. I mean, I know we can't. I just. I can't bear thinking about it. Oh, I think your oil's burning. Oh. Oh, sorry. Sorry. I don't want to say. Have a smoke alarm. Sorry. So you didn't report me, then? Report you? Yeah, for you, you know, deleting the footage. Of course I didn't report you. Well, it's just that you said. You said you should. Technically, you should report me. Yeah, that's true. That is true. But I couldn't. I just. I just couldn't. Thank you. I mean, I really couldn't and wouldn't. It was just a stupid thing to say. Well, it was a stupid thing to do. Well, yes, it was. But, hey, we could call it quits, if you like. Oh, that'd be good. Yeah, that'd be great. I just couldn't believe it when she said it. I just. You know, my stomach. You know, like when you're on a roller coaster. Brad, I'm so sorry. What am I going to do? And she's like. She's having this baby? Well, I think so. Yeah. I think so. She seems pretty sure about it, right? She's committed to George, and that's that. And what does George say? He must be like. He must be freaking out. Well, he doesn't know. What? She hasn't told him yet. But that is mad. I mean, she has literally just found out. But she told you. I know. Yeah, I know. She told you before she's told him. Yeah. It's not. What? Well, could it be yours? My kid? Yeah. No. No. What are you talking about? Just. We just kissed, Chelsea. That's all. Okay. Sorry, I just. I didn't know if maybe you were lying about that bit because, like, you felt bad or something. No, no, it really was just a kiss. Sorry. It's all right. So does he still not know, then? I don't know. I mean, she might have told him by now. She probably has. I'm sure she has. But she hasn't messaged me and told me that she's told him. But then why would she. Okay, okay, look, listen. You cannot be involved in this situation. I know. I know I can. I'm stepping back. Stepping right back. We've agreed. Me and Amber, we've agreed. But now. Now I just want. I don't want to get out of bed, Brad. I just want to hide. You know, sleep. Just not see anyone. Yeah, well, that's not gonna work, is it? Just for today. But you already had Yesterday. So look, you've got this whole brilliant life ahead of you, Brad. You've got your course, you've got that brilliant brain, you've got all of us who love you to bits. And you're free. Amber and George have got a lot to deal with. You know, like earning money and raising a kid. I wouldn't want that. And I wouldn't want it for you either. I love her. I really love her. I believe you. It's not just like some crush or something. And she feels the same. She feels the same as me. Yeah. Yeah, I've got no doubt that she does. And I would be better for her than George. But would she be better for you? Than who? Well, than someone else you haven't met yet. Well, I don't know, cuz I haven't met them. But honestly, I. I can't imagine feeling this way about anyone else. Of course you can't. Right now. Do you think I'm a terrible person? Yeah. What? No, I'm kidding. Of course you're not a terrible person. You're amazing. And George is lucky to have you as a cousin and a friend. Oh, yeah. So lucky. Oh, I meant to be cutting Amber's hair tomorrow. Are you? Oh. Do you mind? Why would I mind? I don't know, just seems almost sort of disloyal. Don't be stupid. I won't say anything. Obviously. What exactly did you end up doing on New Year's Eve? Ah, stayed out late. Not lightweight like you. Who are you with? My mates. Why? I don't know. I just realized I never asked you. Well, the George thing sort of took over. Yeah. Yeah, it did. Why don't I make us some breakfast? I'm not really hungry. Nah, no, no, you're not doing that. You're not staying in bed and being all depressed. Right, get in the shower, get dressed and come downstairs. I'm making us coffee. And like a proper breakfast. Scrambled eggs or something. You need protein. And you're going to uni and you're gonna be all right. And one day you're gonna look back on all of this and you're gonna be absolutely fine. Yeah? Yeah. Do you promise? I promise. At the BBC we go further, so you see clearer. With a subscription to BBC.com, you get unlimited articles and videos ad free podcasts. The BBC News channel, streaming live 24. 7 plus hundreds of acclaimed documentaries from less than a dollar a week for your first year. Read, watch and listen to trusted independent journalism and storytelling. It all starts with a subscription to BBC.com. find out more@BBC.com unlimited. Right. Come in. Come in, Amber. And sit down. Oh, thanks. Is this okay? Yeah, of course. It's great. I'm sorry. It's not like I feel like usually you'd be somewhere really glamorous when you're getting your hair done, and our kitchen is like the opposite of that. I don't care about that at all, honestly. Really? Yes. You're a talented hairdresser, Chelsea. That's what matters to me. Okay, well, good. Well, thanks, but can I just ask? Sure. What? Is anyone else at home? No, actually. Why? Oh, no, no, no reason. Just wondered. Everyone's at work. I mean, well, Brad's at uni, not work. Obvs. Is he okay? Brad? Is he okay? Well, I know he was off for a couple of days, off from uni, and I just wondered if he was okay. Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. He's fine. He was just feeling a bit under the weather. Okay. Okay. So listen, Rory. I'm listening. I am really, really nervous. I know you said no, but I just need to emphasize that, like, I'm. I'm basically terrified. But what is it that you're so terrified of? Killing someone. Paul. You're not gonna kill someone. But you don't have a break, do you? You know, like dual control. Like a driving instructor. Oh. Look, how about we just drive around the farm and avoid the roads? What if I hit a cow on an arable farm? A stray cow. Okay, listen to me. It's going to be fine. Why don't you just talk me through what you're doing as you do it? Yeah. Okay. Ignition on foot. On the clutch before you turn the engine on. Sorry. Yeah. Turn the key away from you. Oh, sorry. It's fine. It's fine. It's all fine. Okay, now into gear. Perfect. I'm glad our paths crossed. David. Are you? Well, I wanted to ask you, did you end up buying that hay from Eddie? Oh, no, I didn't. Too expensive? Ridiculous. Just couldn't bring myself to do it. Well, that's good. I'm rather relieved to hear you say that. I mean, I know he's always been a chancer, but it almost feels like profiteering during a war. Yeah. On the other hand, you know, I'm now regretting saying no. Really? Well, our supplies are so low at the stables, I actually don't know what I'm going to do. Last night I was lying awake worrying about it. Oh, us too. Really? You know, maybe we could. Could have another go at knocking him down. Bargain with him together. Well, how would we do that? Well, what if we offered to take a good chunk of it off his hands for, I don't know, just a slightly reduced rate? Do you think that would appeal? Well, it's worth a try, isn't it? If we're bulk buying. Why don't I call him right now, while we're together? Oh, if you don't mind, see if he answers. Yeah. Hello? Oh, hi, Eddie, it's David. I've got Lillian here. Hi, Eddie. And we were just wondering if you still had any hay available. Oh, no, you're too late, I'm afraid. Are we? Yes, really sorry. David sold the lot to a grateful farmer, William, to get his checkbook out for excellent quality meadow hay. Right. Sorry. Okay. He paid the full work and all, did he? Okay. Thanks anyway. Bye. Bye. Thanks for nothing. I should get some magazines, really, shouldn't I? My clients, I mean. Oh, I've. I've got loads you could just have. Oh, really? Yes, absolutely. Oh, thanks. No problem. I'll. I'll bring them round. Or. Oh, you could just come and get them. Or Brad could. Yeah, Brad could, yeah. Has he told you? Sorry? Has Brad told you? Told me what? He has, hasn't he? I knew it. Oh, how did you know? I was trying really hard. Maybe that's how I knew. He's gonna kill me. I trusted him. Look, he needed someone to talk to, Amber. It hit him so hard. I was worried about that. But, like, we had a good chat and, you know, he's getting his head round it. That's good. But what about you? Me? Yeah. Are you all right? I don't know. Well, it's just such a massive thing, you know? I know you know that, but I don't know, I feel a bit scared for you. I feel a bit scared for me too. Have you told George yet? No. Oh. You have to tell him, Amber. I know. I know. I do. I just. Well, what? I don't know. The thing I don't get is I thought you were on the verge of breaking up. I thought that's why you went to Ireland. Yeah, no, it was. I mean, I was having these massive doubts about me and George and getting married and everything. But I couldn't tell if it was because me and George just aren't right or if it was because of Brad. Right. I thought if I got a bit of space between me and both of them, I thought it would get clearer, you know? And did it? No, not really. Oh, yeah. That's your color done. Oh, and Then when I came back, George was just so. He was just so happy. And I do love him. I really love him. Yeah, I know you do. And it was Christmas Eve, and we were just. We decided to try for a baby. Just like that. I know it sounds bad. No, I'm not judging you. Really, I'm not. I just felt right. Right. We need to go to the bathroom. What? To wash your color off. Oh, yeah. Yeah, of course. But can I. Can I just finish telling you? Look, we really do need to wash your colour off. I know. It's just that I need to explain that it felt really right and then suddenly it didn't. Partly because George was just being so awful to everyone. I mean, I literally forgot that we just did it. You know, it was such a shock seeing that. That blue line, like the very first time we try. That sounds stupid. It doesn't, actually. I mean, people try for babies for years. Yeah, maybe when they're, like, 35, they do, but not when they're, like, 19. Oh, Amber, it'll be all right. I don't think it will. Yeah, we work it out. Okay, we'll work it out. But. But we really have to wash your hair or you're just gonna have these, like, platinum blonde ends. That actually sounds quite cool. I'm on a road. I'm on a road. I'm on an actual road. Yes. And you're doing really well. Do you mean that? Yes, I mean it. 100%. Honestly, from what you told me, I was expecting a car crash. I mean, not literally. Well, maybe literally. And you still came out with me? Yeah, I did. That's kind of romantic. Well, I do really like you. I mean, as a person. You know, as a person. As a human being. Thanks. I think. No, what I mean is, some of my previous relationships have not been very good for me. Right. It's made me nervous, you know, about getting it wrong. But you're so obviously decent. You mean boring. No, no, no. Not at all. The opposite. I'm trying to give you a compliment. I'm obviously not getting it right because. Hang on, hang on. There's someone ahead. There's someone ahead. Yeah, yeah. That's okay. You just slow right down. Okay. Change gears. Drop it into first. Sorry, sorry. It's only David. Oh. What? I just don't want to drive past him. You don't want to drive past David? Yeah. Because it's so narrow, Paul. There's loads of room. There's practically room for a truck. It doesn't feel like that. Afternoon, David. Oh, Hi, Rui. I'm just giving Paul a driving lesson. Oh, okay. I'll stand well back then. Alright. Cheers. Why did he say that? Say what? About standing well back. But he was joking. Are you sure? Yes. Where are you, Lillian? Oh, Eddie, I was. Well, I was passing and. Is. Is everything all right? Yeah, yeah. I just wanted to say I'm sorry about the hay. Oh, no, it's all right. I might have sounded a bit smug about the sale. Now, just a bit. It's just I had to go for the best possible price, you see, and it was. I mean, it was a chance too good to miss. Of course. I do understand. So long as there's no odd feelings. No, no, no, no. You don't sound sure. Oh, no, no, no, it's not that. I was. Well, I was thinking about something else. You see, I did want talk to you the other day. Was it Monday? Oh, yeah. You know, when you came into the pub. But there were too many other people around. Oh, right. I just. Well, I. I do feel very badly about what happened to George. Oh, not your fault, is it? No, no, but. But it was me who gave all those bottles out. And if I hadn't done that, you see. Oh, don't be so soft. And I did lose my temper with him, Eddie, a few times. And. And on New Year's Eve, too. Yeah, well, that's nothing I haven't done. And from all accounts, it's nothing he didn't deserve. I don't mean the bottling, obviously. No, no, of course. Well, thank you any road for thinking of us like that. It's decent of you. Well, I suppose I just wanted to make sure that we're all right, you know, you and me. Oh, we're all right, Lillian. Don't you worry. It's me and George I'm worried about. I just can't forgive him for saying all those things to everyone he loves. I mean, what is wrong with that boy? Can I just say one thing? Go on. Right now you're a few weeks pregnant, right? Yeah. So you have choices. Okay? And like, the main thing you need to do is work out what you want. Yeah? Yeah. And you need to tell George. I know. I know. I do. It's just if I tell him, if I tell George, then it's real, isn't it, Amber? It's real. Anyway. I know. And you told Brad, didn't you? Yeah, but it's. It's different with Brad. I can tell Brad anything Brad thinks before he speaks. And he makes me feel safe. And he's so kind and considerate. Well, then. Then you know what I think you should do? What? If that's how you feel, then I think you and Brad should be together. Did you get up in the middle of the night or did I imagine that? Yeah, I did for a bit. I wanted to look at my phone. I didn't want to wake you up. What were you looking at? Just doom scrolling, Fallon. You do it too. Well, actually, I've been doing a lot better recently. I've really been making an effort. Oh, have you? Yes. Yes, I have. Wow. We can't all be as perfect as you, Harrison. Oh, you're right. Sorry. I didn't mean that to sound barbed. I didn't. Oh, good. Good. Why couldn't you sleep? Just couldn't stop thinking about that CCTV footage. You've just got to forget about that. I can't. Well, I mean, it's done now. There's. There's now we can do about it. You've just got to let it go, love. What if the police want to question me? I mean, how are they going to know it was you? Well, they could work it out. There's not that many people it could have been. Well, I can't imagine that's really what they're going to be focusing on. It was just such a stupid thing to do. I don't know what to say, love. I don't. I don't know how to make you feel better. I think it's just the idea of those mates of Markey's, like, getting away with this awful crime because of me. Because I panicked. Because I thought it was you. Well, maybe I should take some blame in that case, Harrison. I mean, there's an argument for that, ain't there? I could go to prison, you know. For what? For concealing evidence. You said it yourself. No, I never said you'd go to prison. You said it was a criminal offence. I said that when I was angry. Well, it doesn't make it less true, though, does it? No one is going to find out that you deleted the CCTV footage, okay? I looked it up. In the middle of the night? Yeah. Nothing good comes from googling your fears at 3am at the very least, I go to court, I get a massive fine and everyone would know what I'd done and they'd know why. They'd know about us and how bad things have been. That is not going to happen. All right? None of that is going to happen because no one is going to find out. Thank you for coming back for taking these days off. It's been good on it. Yeah, it has. I should get up, really. I should get up to you. I need to get going soon. I wish you could stay longer. Oh, I wish I could stay longer. I'm really sick of this. I'm sick of living apart. Me too. Do you want a brew? No, you're right. I've got to get my bus in a bit. Oh, right. How are you anyway? You okay? Yeah, I'm all right. How's the head? You know, good as it'll ever be. That's good. You sure you don't want a tea? I'm gonna make one for myself. No, thanks. Honestly, I just wanted to stop by for five minutes. Cause, you know, I haven't really seen you. No, I know. I'm sorry about that. It's okay. It's great to see you now. Thing is, George. What? Well, I've been struggling a bit. With what? Well, there's no easy way to say it. This is really hard. What's wrong? I need to. Just for a bit. I need to sort of step back. Step back from what? Me and you. Our friendship. Oh, right. I hate even saying it out loud, but I need a break from like the drama. I want to concentrate on my own life. I'm not stopping you concentrating on your own life, Brad. But you kind of are, mate. I know it sounds bad, but I'm tired. It's stressful being your friend right now. I know, I know. I don't know if you do know, George. You caused absolute chaos over Christmas. All the stuff with Ed and you. You hurting him. I know. That was bad. That was. And me knowing that you'd hurt him and having like this secret from your mum and Will, it was so stressful. I know, I know. And I'm so sorry. But I'm getting it together now, Brad. I am. I know everyone says stuff like that, but it was sort of life changing for me. The attack, I mean, it's like. What happened to Clive? Clive? You know, he had that near death experience. Did he? Yeah. And it had a really deep impact on him. Changed his whole perspective and life, really. I've got a lot of time for Clive. I think he might be the only one. Anyway, never mind about him. I know he's a, you know, A divisive character. Yeah, something like that. But I am gonna do better from now on. Good. Yeah. No, but really I am. I know I was out of order with you. And what I said about you and Amber that night, that was terrible. I'M so embarrassed that I said it. It's okay. It's not okay. I know that. And I know you wouldn't ever, like, ever betray me like that. And I can see that clearly now, clear as day. So maybe. Maybe that bottle knocked some sense into me. Don't say that. Maybe it did. Honestly, George. But I promise you, I'm not going to give you any grief like that, Brad. Like, ever again. Okay. Well, I've got to go really get my birth. I just. I don't want to lose you. I need you, you know? I mean, you're my cousin and you're my best friend and I. I love you. I mean, I do. And I've never told you that. And I'm telling you no because it seems like it might be important for you to know that after everything. Everything I've done and I've said and I've got wrong. George, I love you too. Of course I do. But you have got to give me some space and some time. And I really, really do have to get my bus. You know that woman? What woman? That colleague who basically said to you. How about it? But that is what she said, isn't it? Well, don't think she phrased it exactly like that. Well, how did she phrase it? Well, can't remember now. Yeah, right. Well, I can't. I really can't. Do you think she's still, you know. What, interested? I have no idea. It's not something I've asked her, is it? Well, no, but you usually can get a sense of these things. I mean, I've been trying to avoid her because. It's pretty awkward, isn't it? But were you tempted at all? At the time, I mean. No. No, no, no, no. Never. Never ever. Brad. Hi, Amber. How you doing? Dunno. Not great, actually. I've just seen George this morning. Yeah, I just went round there. That's great. Is it? Yeah. He's been desperate to see you. Thing is, Amber, I need to get some distance between me and him. Like we said the other day. I've just got to leave you two to it. What, and that means not being friends with George? Maybe. Yeah, for a bit. And how did you explain that to him? Well, I didn't say anything about you, obviously. Are you okay? Yeah. Yeah, it was a difficult conversation, really. I'm sorry it's like that. It's okay. It's not really though, is it? You've got to do what you've got to do. You're so lovely. Don't say that. But you Are like. You could have been so angry. Angry about what? About me being pregnant. Amber, I have no right whatsoever to be angry. What are you talking about? I don't know. I. I don't know what I'm talking about. I told George I need space. And I need space from you too. Sorry, I didn't mean to get into this. I just wanted to say hello. It's fine. It's fine to say hello. I don't want to never speak to you again. I just don't want to be involved in the big stuff. Fair enough. That is so fair enough. Have you told him yet? No. Why? Because I'm scared. What are you scared of? I don't know. I don't even know. Will you let me know that you're there safely? Yeah. Yeah. And maybe we can try and stay in touch a bit better. Okay. Maybe we could, like just start leaving each other voice notes. Sure. I'd be really happy just to hear something boring or daft about your day. Makes me feel more in touch. And it's the day to day stuff that we're sort of missing, you know? Yeah. I mean, only thing is, I don't really like the sound of my own voice. Oh, I love your voice. When I hear it, I cringe. You don't have to listen back to it. Oh, that's true. So will you do that? Will you do that for me? Okay. Yeah, I will. Okay. I have got croissant, I've got pain au chocolat and I got orange. Orange for something healthy. Some vitamin C, so we don't get scurvy. Do you remember scurvy? Do I remember scurvy? You know, like sailors used to get it, didn't they? In the olden days when all they had to eat was those biscuits. Amber, what are you on about? Sorry, I don't know. Oh, I'm just nervous. Why are you nervous? Oh, no reason. Did you see Brad at the bus stop? Yeah, briefly, I did. Did he say he was here? He did mention it. Oh. Shall I make some coffee? I've lost him, Amber. What do you mean? He. He doesn't want to know me. I'm sure that's not true. It is. He made out like it was just a temporary thing, but I think I just pushed him too far, you know, I think I did. Was that what he said? He just said he needs space. Well, that's quite different. That's not saying he doesn't want. You know what he's like. He's so decent. And I mean, it's Fair enough. I don't deserve him as a mate. I don't deserve you as a fiance. I know I don't. But it feels like a sucker punch, you know? Yeah. I wasn't expecting that from him. And it makes me think I must be a really bad person to lose someone as good as him, you know, George. It does, though. It does. He just needs to focus on his course and his own life for a bit. Is that what he said to you? Yeah. You said he didn't say anything at the bus stop. Well, he just. He just mentioned something about how busy he was, how much he's got on with his course. Oh, right. Right. You know, I thought I was gonna die that night. I thought no one is gonna find me and I'm gonna die outside on New Year's Eve. And maybe that's the end. Some people think I deserve. Don't say that. Well, someone thought that, didn't they? Yes, they did. But the police have got them. They're in custody, okay? And they can't hurt you anymore. Unless they've got the wrong ones. Why do you say that? Because they could have. It could have been anyone. Okay, George, listen. Can we talk about something else for a minute? There's something I need to say. Please don't end it with me. What? Please, Amber. I wasn't going to. I wasn't. I've got some good news, some massive news, but I'm really nervous about telling you, and I don't even know if you'll think it's good or not. Tell me. I'm pregnant. Oh, no. No. Seriously? Yes. I'm not gonna joke about something like that, am I? I can't believe it. I can't believe it. But is it good news or not? It's not good news. It's not just good news, Amber. It's fantastic. Really? Yes. It's amazing. You're amazing. You are. You are. I'm so relieved that you're happy. Of course I'm happy. This is the best thing that has ever happened to me, like, ever. Thank you for coming over, David. Thanks so much. Hey. I bet you're relieved. The great news that the TB test was all clear. Oh, it is, but. Well, another day, another panic. That's farming. What's up, Esme? I just have no idea now what to do. Can I see the email? Yeah, yeah, hang on a sec. It's on my phone. I mean, it doesn't say all that much. It doesn't give any detail, really. Hey. There you go. Okay. What do you think? Wow. What? That's a fantastic offer. Do you think so? Yeah. I mean, that's a life changing amount of money. Yeah, it is. So do you think I should take it? Well, no, that's not what I said. Or do you think I should say no? Maybe we should have a cup of tea. Thanks for covering for Ed this morning. That's no problem. Of course we have to go and get a big tree surgery job when we're lambing. Well, it's only for one day, isn't it? Yeah. He just hates missing even a day there is babies that Texels. Yeah, I can understand that. And it's pretty joyful, isn't it? I know. Oh, it's amazing. Like every lamb is a small miracle. Yeah, yeah, absolutely. I love lambing. It's one of the most hopeful weeks of the year. New life and all that. Anyway, let's grab some lunch while it's quiet in there. Yes, sir. What are they doing here? I've no idea. Honestly, finding it really difficult even seeing George at the moment. I just. My patience is really thin, you know? But he's. He's doing all right, isn't he? No, he's been good as gold since someone whacked him on the head. Will, I didn't mean it like that. Hi, Mum. Hiya, dad. Hi. Hiya. Is everything all right? Everything's good, Mum. Everything's good. Well, hopefully. What do you mean, hopefully? It is good. It's great. What's good? What's great? Yeah. What's going on? Nothing's going on. I just meant I hope they're happy. I hope you are happy, Amber. They're gonna be chuffed to pits. Can you just tell us what you're on about? Yeah, Just tell us, please. We're gonna have a baby. All right. Sorry? We're gonna have a baby. Is that. Is that true? Of course it's true. Yeah. No, it is true. I'm pregnant. Wow. I don't understand. What don't you understand? Just a bit of a shock, Amber. Yeah, but. But we had that whole conversation about when I was pregnant with George and how difficult it was and you said you weren't even thinking of having a baby. Because I wasn't. We weren't. But we changed our minds, Mum. And it happened the first time we even tried. And I think. Well, I think that's a sign. A sign of what? A sign that you're both idiots. Emma, I can't believe you're reacting like this. Can't you? Look, I know it seems A bit sudden, it seems. Crazy. We're not idiots. Okay? She didn't mean it. I did. I did mean it. Have you rung the landlord? No, Because I didn't know what to say. I still don't. I mean, he's obviously very keen to get his land back. Yeah, which makes me think I've got no chance of winning the tenancy. I don't know about that. You tick all the boxes, Esme. Not all the boxes. Well, most of them. But if the landlord objects, if he objects and it goes to a tribunal, I reckon you'd win it. Oh, I don't know if I've got the energy for a tribunal. Well, might not come to that. Anyway. I just never imagined getting offered this much money to give up. I mean, it is a hell of a lot. I think most people would say it's a no brainer. Yeah, but it's not about most people, is it? Oh, no. Right, so let's say you take the money and you go back to website design. I've not really left it. No? No, I can't afford to right now. And yet the farm takes up tons of my time and keeps me awake at night, you know, worrying about vet bills or the shortage of straw and silage, or whether badgers have broken through our fences and infected the cows with tb. Oh, Lord knows what else. Yep. I know. You know? Know it all. I do. Oh, and yesterday I was offered a four week Sprint contract, which pays brilliantly. But how do I manage the farm as well as the contract? Well, you could always get someone in to help on the farm if your contract could cover the labor. Yeah, it could. Yeah. But hang on. Sorry. Going back to my original question. Sorry. Let's say you do take the money and leave the farm. How does that feel, that prospect? How do you feel about it? Devastated. Really? Totally. Well, there's your answer then. But I don't think it's that simple. Amber, you are 19 years old. Is this really what you want at 19? Yes. I'm not asking you, George. I'm asking Amber. Yes, I think it is. Well, that's ridiculous. Oh, come on, Ed. No, I'm not gonna. Come on. I can't believe you've done this to yourselves, you two. Especially you, George. I mean, haven't you made your life hard enough already? Okay, that's it. What? Let's go. Really? I'm not standing here taking this. Well, I'm not gonna stand here and pretend everything's fantastic. Amber. Yeah? Let's go. Wait a sec, George. Wait A sec. Listen, Emma, I. I do understand. Honestly, I do. I don't. I think it's terrible. I think it's disgusting. And I think maybe Uncle Clive was right. What's Clive got to do with it? Did you tell Clive about this baby before you told us? No, of course not. I wouldn't do that. Anyway, we've only just found out ourselves, haven't we? Yes. And we wanted to share the news with you as soon as possible because we thought you'd be pleased. So maybe we are. Idiots. Sorry. You know what? What? I've just had a thought. If Amber's pregnant, she shouldn't really be around the lambs. I mean, not right now. Oh, of course. I forgot. George, let's go. You'll be fine. Amber. Just don't go in the lambing shed, okay? I wasn't going to. I know you weren't. George. Just tell me what it is that Clive said to you. He thinks there's some very toxic behavior in this family. Well, there is. There's some very toxic behavior from Clive. Look, look, maybe we just need to calm down. Will, can you not tell me to calm down? I. I just. I hate that I'm not telling you. I'm telling all of us. Amber. George, it's just a bit of a shock, that's all. Yeah, I. I know. I'm sorry. Why are you apologizing to them? Because I get it. I. I do. I get it. And no one was expecting this. Even we were surprised, George. So you weren't actually trying that. No, we were. Sorry, I shouldn't ask. No, you shouldn't. Actually. Okay, look, me and Will need to get some lunch and. And you're probably right. It's not a good idea for Amber to be on the farm. Let's be on the safe side. That's it. Yeah. So why don't we talk tonight? Why don't you guys come over? 2 hours and Ed will be back and we can work things out. Work things out? Work out? What to do. There's nothing to work out. I just meant talk about it properly. Not like this. Standing in a farmyard. Fine. Okay. Yeah. Okay. Let's go. But I just want to say one thing, Mum. This is your grandchild. And they're gonna be beautiful and you're gonna love them. And when you look back on this, you're gonna feel absolutely terrible that you reacted so badly. Yeah, well, I've no doubt that's true. So why are you being like this? Because it's not what I wanted for you. Or for you, Amber. But it's not about what you want, Mum. We're adults and we make our. It's head and heart, isn't it? My heart says stay and my head says go. Flip a coin. Really? No, it was a joke. I was so thrilled yesterday. You know, when I got the all clear from the TB testing, I was sort of high on it. Like the roller coaster of it. Yeah, well, that's what it's like. Extreme highs and extreme lows and I love that. Me too. And I've worked so hard. I mean, I put so much in these last three months, I'm completely knackered. But it's been amazing. Even with all the grief for my dad, you know, it's been amazing and it's made me feel closer to him than when he was alive. And I just think, what was all that about? You know, what was all that for? If I just take a big fat check off the landlord, well, I would give him a ring and ask him for some time to think. This is a life changing moment for you, Esme. I don't know if I need that time. I think it's a no. It's a no because I can't bring myself to say yes. Well, that went well. You never know. I suppose it might be just what George needs. A baby. It might, Will. He might calm down a bit, give him some focus. That is not what a baby is for, Will. I know, I know. I'm not saying it is. I'm just saying maybe we need to try and look on the bright side. I can't. I can't. One, I'm too angry with him. And two, I'm not going in for this false positivity. I'm not. Anyway, they need a reality check for both of them. I think you definitely gave them that. Yeah, but did it go in? Yes, it definitely went in. They look shocked to the core. Do you think so? Yeah, they're too young. Well, then they'll grow up fast, won't they? But I don't want that for them. I don't. I think George might just surprise you. I will. For goodness sake. He's got so much to learn. He hasn't got a clue. And he's just got out of prison. I know. Hasn't even got a job. No. Amber's earning, though, on the counter at Borchester Farm Supplies and online stuff. At least she does have. And she does love him. I think she really does. I think she really does too. But is that enough? Is she on a proper Contract? Will she get maternity leave? I don't know. But m. What? Aren't you even a tiny bit excited? Excited? We're going to be grandparents. Will, I'm not done with being a parent yet. I'm already worried about Kira, who gets zero attention next to George. I'm sure she doesn't get zero attention. She had to run away from home to get it, didn't she? I've got things I want to do. Don't want to be providing child care several days a week. Well, I wouldn't mind looking after a little baby. I'd quite enjoy that. Well, you can do it then. Set. You won't, will you? Hey, don't start having to go at me. Sorry. I'm sorry. I'm tired, Will. I don't to want. Want to get dragged into it all again. Yeah. I just don't know how they're going to earn a living and raise a child. And the strain on the relationship. They've only been together properly for a few months and money's tight for us. It's not like we can really help them out. Well, I can help them a bit and they can stay living with me. How's Poppy gonna feel about that? Well, she'll love it. A little baby in the house. Yeah, maybe for five minutes she will. And then what? So much for pulling back and sorting my own life out. 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