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I have a nice little thing.

See you tonight

How are you feeling?

Well, I'm a lot fitter, thank you.

Jack's worked miracles with the hat.

Yes.

Have you been unwell?

No. Why?

I telephoned you at the office. Joseph said you hadn't been there for the last

few days.

I went away.

Oh.

Well, everything seemed under control.

I felt I needed a short break before we got too busy with the twin collection.

We still have a press presentation to launch.

You might have told someone, Joseph, if not me.

Fine. No, I should, but... Where did you go? The Lake District.

On your own?

I bought the Style and Beauty article.

Nan Bennett wanted to check it before it goes to press.

So that's where it was.

Nan telephoned this morning.

She wants an answer by tomorrow. Apparently, we've had it for two weeks.

I'm sorry.

I did at least expect you to thought out a simple thing like this.

I haven't had a chance.

Hard happy?

Somebody has to be.

Meaning?

Well, Beatrice has her baby, and Evie spends all her time wrapped up in

We used to have fun, didn't we, going out together?

And Edie's put pay to all that.

They're in love.

Evie is?

I'm not so sure about Daniel.

I've seen him in love before.

Not like this.

You're upset, aren't you?

Yeah.

Over all that?

Oh, yeah.

Well, this will certainly give your Glasgow article more bite.

You can't argue with pictures like these. I'm sure people will, but they

find it easy.

So, how's the piece on London coming along?

I'm going to see Councillor Rodney Bates tomorrow, the Labour leader on the LCC.

Yes, he's a decent enough fellow.

He's fighting to get a proposal through which could radically improve working

conditions on LCC building sites.

I thought it would be good to do something about a success story for a

Sounds promising.

You don't seem over -enthusiastic.

Well, Bates and his like are just tinkering with a system that needs to be

away completely.

Is it wrong to try and do something practical to help people now?

It could take 50 years to achieve what you and the independent Labour Party

want. It'll be worth the wait, though, won't it?

We're going to see the Highland.

Yeah, Sickard worked there.

Paris, of course.

Italy.

How about a South Sea island?

Am I going on a bit?

No.

He gave me a telling off this morning.

For spending time away from work.

You work hard.

You deserve a holiday.

I don't want us to snatch moments in between other things.

Neither do I.

Then come and live with me.

I've thought about it carefully.

You could do with more space. I have space to spare.

You could spend more time with me without interrupting your work.

There's more to it than that.

I don't like being apart from you.

I feel the same.

But it could cause more problems than it solves.

You're like me. I know how you value your freedom.

Besides, two creative people living together is not a good idea. It could

Maybe, in time.

I don't want to disappoint you.

You've been disappointed before.

Let's not rush into anything.

We're happy as we are. I can't think today that way.

Well, these findings certainly agree with ours, Mr Maddox.

You'll see what I mean when you look through the sub -committer's report.

Will this become LCC policy?

Frankly, the chances are not good.

Because people are blinkers?

Oh, there are plenty like that, yes.

And plenty who think it was a dangerous precedent and put pay to their profits.

But there's also a reasonable case to be made.

If we spend all this money buying new equipment, providing inspector, limiting

the working day...

Where's it all going to come from? I suggest the housing budget.

Precisely. And that'll mean less housing.

And I, for one, want to provide as many decent homes for Londoners as I can.

Yes, yes, yes, but if people are being killed building them... There you have

it. Oh, don't worry.

The Labour councillors will back this to the hilt.

And we have 20 or so of the Tory reformers behind us.

But we need the Liberals.

And they're not convinced. Are they open to persuasion? Well, they won't listen

to me, that's for sure.

I wonder if I could help.

You think they'll listen to you? They might.

There are several liberals working for Henry's paper. Some of their views seem

quite close to those of the Independent Labour Party.

Are they now?

In all my investigations, these are the first real proposals to improve

conditions that I've come across.

Now, I would like to try and do something to help put them into

You're welcome to try.

You seem to have fully recovered from the fire.

Just what I was saying to Miss Kegel.

I thought I'd keep an eye on our things for shaping up.

I think you'll be impressed with how well the Aurora collection is coming on.

everything on target?

Bang on. The garments will be with our clients on the date.

The stores are taking quite a risk. We mustn't let them down.

Oh, indeed not.

I thought I'd deliver your invitation to the press presentation in person.

Oh, thank you. You see?

Even the backstage workers get a look in.

From the replies so far, it should be very well attended.

Oh, that's good news.

Oh, I don't doubt we'll make a big impression.

They won't know what's in.

They are good.

There's just not enough of them to stand comparison with Maison Jules and the

rest.

Too much has gone into the ready -to -wear.

Among other things.

Perhaps we should consider giving Grace more to do.

Let her experiment with a few couture ideas. She's fully occupied with the

Aurora collection.

She won't be once within the shop.

We should use her. She is talented, but she's still extremely inexperienced.

Anyway, there's still time for inspiration to strike us off with press

presentations over.

I'm sorry, but I must be getting back to Lucy.

Well, thank you for coming in.

You're not anxious about leaving her.

Has to be done.

By the way, don't forget.

Lady Romford has invited us to dine with her tomorrow evening. Well, I'm not

sure I want to go.

It would be very rude of you not to.

I'm sure you could bring Daniel.

He knew I went away with him all along, didn't he?

It wasn't difficult to deduce.

Well, I'm not sure he'll want to come.

Well, that's up to him. Daniel seems to have a very clear idea of what he does

and what he doesn't want.

You don't approve of him, obviously, do you?

I like him very much.

Are you sure about him?

Yes, I am.

He's very different to Alexander, for a start.

He's not married to someone else.

Well, are you certain that he's fully committed to you?

What do you mean?

He's a very attractive man.

There's been other women in the past. I said I'm sure. I hoped you'd find it

possible to be happy for me.

I don't need the fifth of the month.

Well, that's settled, then.

I shall see you tomorrow evening?

Miss B looked him so well, didn't she?

Can't wait to see the baby. Good night.

Good night, ladies.

Good night.

Good night, Matt.

Good night.

Good night.

Oh, Kelly, I want to touch your face.

Good night. Good night.

Can I have a stop?

Oh, no. No, I'm going the other way. Right.

What, again?

You ought to go straight home, you little worn out.

Here, you aren't in trouble, are you?

No, nothing like that.

It's not something, you know, like criminal or anything, is it?

Look, Agnes, if I tell you, will you promise to keep it to yourself?

I'm helping out over the other workshop.

Well, there's such a flood of orders they can't cope.

It's hard making ends meet with Stanley Jug.

Yeah, but I thought that Madge would be... Oh, she is, but there's more than

can handle, so I've been brought in.

Oh. Oh, and Agnes. Yes.

Madge mustn't know.

She'd be very upset if she found out what I was doing behind her back.

Wouldn't tell for all the world.

Honest.

Tilly, we can't go on like this.

Like what?

You know what.

Every morning, you're down there.

It makes me happy. Where's the harm? I'm not saying there's any harm.

I owe it to William.

He was never christened.

It's not going to be held against him wherever he's gone now, will it?

Not if I keep praying for him, no.

Maybe we should move in.

It's not good for us, staring at it day after day.

You worry about the silliest things.

Good day, Miss Keeble. May I come in?

Certainly, Mr Payne.

Another masterpiece.

Last one was sold.

We are successful.

Aren't some of your creations about to burst upon an unsuspecting world?

The Aurora Collection?

Nobody knows it's my work.

Your day will come.

Will it?

I don't have the connections.

I don't have the backers.

You know, you've changed.

What happened to all that fire and ambition you used to have?

I can't afford it.

Not everybody has somebody to pick up their bills for them.

I shouldn't have said that.

At least you have the nerve to say it in my face.

Maybe we could go out for a drink tonight.

Catch up on the gossip.

I'm supposed to be going out with Evie tonight.

Having dinner with a client.

On the other hand, why not?

I'll get the book.

Scaffolding exactly like that collapsed at one of your beckoning sites last

week. Three men injured.

Luckily, none fatally.

But it was an isolated account.

I'm afraid not, Counselor. There have been two similar incidents in the last

three months.

Well...

You must understand, however, that we liberals are not going to be rushed into

any conclusions.

I'm just asking you to look for yourself.

What?

Morning to you, Councillor Graham.

Shaping up nicely, don't you think?

Mr. George, you've met Mr.

Maddox, the journalist?

Not personally, no.

Mr. Maddox has written several articles about conditions in the building, Craig.

Oh, I know Mr.

Maddox's work.

I stand by everything I've written.

Well,

I stand by what I'm building.

I've nothing to hide.

Be my guest, Counselor. Take a good look.

Just take anything Mr. Maddox tells you with a pinch of salt.

Daniel?

You must be ready to go by now. I'm not going.

Daniel. I don't think I'll be welcome.

Besides, Grace suggested we go to the club. I haven't seen her for ages.

Lady Romford's expecting you now. I'm sure she'll get over the disappointment.

Celia is a very important client. She and Harry always give entertaining

parties. It might be fun.

Really?

Jack and Bea will be there.

I don't think your sister likes me very much.

That's not true.

She certainly doesn't approve of me.

Well, she won't if you cancel dinner engagements at the last moment.

Come on, please.

What's all this, then?

Look, I've told you, I'm going out.

Again? I've explained.

Pilly's still not well. She gets nervous in the evenings.

And someone ought to be with her while Norman's at the hotel.

I don't see why it's you always has to go.

It isn't always me, but it is tonight, all right?

Well, it doesn't seem I've any say in the matter, does it?

I should be back by ten.

Nothing to be alarmed about. The people here don't bite.

It might have been more interesting if it did.

Daniel!

You're very smart.

You seem surprised.

Not at all.

How lovely to see you all. Hello.

Hello. Hello, Evie. And this must be Daniel.

How do you do?

How do you do?

Well, there are no set hours. When I have commission, I have to complete it.

Not too exhausting.

It can be. Oh, I'm sure you'll be modest.

I always admire anyone who has the courage to be creative.

And are you creative?

Badly, no.

I'm only capable of appreciating the efforts of others.

Shall I tell you something that never fails to amaze me, Miss Ellen?

What's that, then?

How pretty young girls like you manage to escape the matrimonial noose year

after year.

Not that I'm complaining.

I'm all right.

It is terribly confusing, isn't it?

are many popular misconceptions about the Pyramids, which have

been the source of much speculation, both scholarly and,

let us say, less than scholarly.

We should never allow our romantic imaginations... Do you think he suspects

something? I don't know.

Just because of the scale of the undertaking.

It's difficult finding new places to meet.

I'm finding you excuses.

I can't always rely on TV.

The actual significance of humans.

If all human activity can be described in some measure

as futile.

You'll get used to it.

I suppose it's part of the burden of being with one of the famous Elliot

sisters. I hope you don't find it all a burden.

No. Cheers.

Beatrice doesn't approve of me.

She's bound to feel a little protective.

Do come round.

You think so?

I'm relying on you.

I'm so sorry. I'm true, sir.

I wanted to give you a quiet word of advice.

I hear you're dabbling in LCC business.

Only in one very specific area.

Leave well alone.

James is wanting you and his friends to know what they're doing.

I don't follow you.

Don't upset the apple cart.

Are you saying that there are people with vested interests?

I'm not saying anything.

Just remember who your friends are.

Evening, Norman.

Have I called at a bad time?

No, no.

Come in.

Is Madge still here? I mean, she said she'd be home by ten.

Madge?

Is she supposed to be here?

Well, that's what she told me. She's gone, Gerry.

She came here to keep me company and she left just before Norman got back.

And I think she said she was going to get a breath of fresh air before she

home.

She'll probably be home before you are.

I see.

Thank you.

Sorry to have bothered you.

Good night.

Good night.

What's going on?

Nothing.

Well, what do you think of Evangeline Elliot's new protégé?

Not just her protégé, darling.

Really? How interesting.

They're having a torrid affair.

Deirdre saw them at Euston last week. Luggage and all.

Obviously back from some romantic jaunt or other.

Which won't do Evie's fragile reputation any good at all.

Well, well.

He's certainly come a long way since I first knew him.

What's that supposed to mean?

Not what you think.

Daniel painted my portrait while he was at art school.

A cautious talent.

The way his reputation's building, it looks as though Dad is going to get a

good return on his investment.

Indeed.

He's very good -looking.

He's a bit rough around the edges, if you know what I mean.

Oh, I don't object to that.

Thank you.

Beatrice, we haven't had a proper chat all evening.

When are you going to let me come and see your dear little baby?

Whenever you like.

I shall be around tomorrow evening.

I do so adore tiny children.

It's been such fun, Daniel.

And delightful for you again, Evie, as ever. Thank you. Good night.

That wasn't too bad after all.

Can't we meet somewhere else?

I'm fed up with lectures and films.

What about a pub?

Pig and Whistle, down by the river. Pig and Whistle?

I know that pub, don't I?

Yeah, there's a piano player down there on Wednesday.

Yeah, I was just saying, to match.

That was the idea, wasn't it, Madge?

That's right.

I know. We could make it our Christmas outing.

Why not?

And you could bring your husband, Madge, and make a night of it.

Oh, listen, everybody.

Charles and Madge have a smashing idea.

Do you think he was listening?

Seemed to be.

I wouldn't count on it.

James Montague's over there hard at work at him now.

And liberals scare easily.

Two teas, please.

These proposals are going to put people like Mr. Jarrett here out of business.

And that's not going to help anyone.

We can't do all that needs to be done if we have to implement everything the

subcommittee wants.

I gather that.

All the same, the evidence is pretty damning.

Journalists can make anything look damning by presenting it in a certain

You don't believe all you read in the papers?

The Labour Party doesn't want real solutions.

They simply want to make themselves feel good and damn the practical

consequences.

You won't like that, I know.

So that's Montague.

I was wondering, did you get me access to the council's building contracts?

Well, I might be able to.

What have you in mind?

Don't know.

I won't know precisely till I've seen them.

Hello, Magnus.

Free on the Wednesday before Christmas.

I think so. Why?

Well, it's just we're all going to have a night out at this pub that Charles

knows about.

Well, I was wondering, do you want to come?

Well, yes, I'd be happy to. Thank you.

All right.

Settled then.

You do your good, pillow.

No, thanks.

They're normally going to have a quiet Christmas this year.

But you never go out now.

That's why you're wrong.

I'm going to go and get Miss Beatrice's baby tonight.

I'm not missing out.

Oh, I'm sure.

Oh, Agnes.

Yes?

We're all going out all week on Wednesday. Do you want to come?

Oh, yes.

Very much.

Thank you.

We have a visitor.

Celia? No, Tilly.

She's come to see Lucy.

It's a lovely baby, isn't she?

Yes.

Oh, she's taken to you.

Don't worry, Miss B.

My baby's with God.

I know that.

I pray for him regular.

I think my prayers are being heard.

I'm glad.

Lady, won't we do the round?

Let's be going then.

Beatrice!

Such a dear little girl. You must be very pleased.

We are.

Well, excuse me.

Quite a worry, too, I imagine.

Well, she can rather take over.

I don't know what I'm going to do when the nurse leaves.

Oh, I'm sure you'll manage. You always do.

Terribly sweet.

There is a matter I wanted to sound you out on. Oh, you're not unhappy about any

of the dresses?

Oh, no, I'm sure I'll be delighted.

No, it's just that Harry wants to give me a very special present.

How may I help?

He wants my portrait painted.

To hang with all the ancestors in the long gallery.

I wondered if Daniel Page might paint it.

No, I'm not sure he's a portrait painter.

Oh? He painted Lavinia's portrait. She said it was marvellous.

I'm sure he'd do it if you asked him to.

Particularly if you said it was for a special friend.

Who was also a very good client.

Very kind of you, Beatrice.

You realise I can't accept a commission.

I'm not that kind of painter.

Oh?

Celia Romford said you painted her friend Lavinia.

I was young and poor.

We all make mistakes.

Well, this is a wonderful opportunity for you to become known.

Well, as a portrait painter.

Daniel, I don't feel comfortable about asking you.

But Celia Romford is a very demanding client who likes to get her own way.

I stupidly said I would try to persuade you.

So be it then, Beatrice.

You've persuaded me.

Mr. Maddox, you must allow me to make up my own mind.

Your articles put your side of the argument with great passion and cogency.

But it's hardly an objective view, now, is it?

Supposing I were to show you evidence of corruption on the part of certain

council members in their dealings with contractors?

I beg your pardon?

Mr. Jowett, for one, has made a number of arrangements with Councillor Montague

and some of his colleagues, but don't stand any close scrutiny.

That's a serious allocation.

If you don't mind, I'll take a look at these.

You must understand, however, that this is a separate issue.

Regardless of the conduct of any individuals involved, the decision will

be made according to whether or not the subcommittee's proposals are in the best

interest of the people of London.

Naturally.

It was open.

That was good.

You're not just saying that.

Why?

Well, I'm never sure you'd take my work seriously.

If it was all as good as this, I would.

That is merciful.

You shouldn't think that way. You've got to trust your own talent.

Don't compromise.

Beatrice came to see me today.

Oh?

Got me a commission.

What is it?

Lady Romford's portrait.

She said Celia was very insistent and that she'd half promised I'd be

to do it.

And you agreed?

Yes.

I don't believe this.

You've just been lecturing me on integrity and bluffing my own talents.

Where does that fit in with painting some brainless socialite? Your sister

me. Well, I'll talk to you tomorrow.

There's no point. I said I'll do it.

Why am I bothered?

It's obviously the order of the day.

You look nervous.

I've never been to one of these before.

There's quite a turnout.

You wouldn't expect less for the Aurora collection now, would you?

That's Nan Bailey's over there from Style and Beauty. They were doing the

special feature.

And that is Scott Williams from Couture magazine.

What have we got ourselves into?

Nothing we need to regret.

Wait a minute.

Ladies and gentlemen, on behalf of the House of Elliot, we'd like to welcome

to the debut of the Aurora Collection.

I'm worn out.

But I'm really looking forward to tonight.

Yes. Are you done with, um...

You know, the... Oh, Katja? Yes?

Did you think you could get Mr Wynne to come with us tonight?

No, I don't think so.

Ah, it's a shame.

Doing good to let his hair down.

What's left of it.

Well,

that went very smoothly. Thank you.

Oh, now, we are delighted with how the article's turned out.

I'm glad.

Let's hope it makes the customers buy the collection.

Great. I'm Jack, Beatrice's husband.

Oh, hello.

You told me how hard you've been working. Well, they certainly keep me

it.

Congratulations.

Thank you. It's all going so well, I don't suppose you mind very much about

Sears Robot.

What about them?

Well, going to an American designer for their ready -to -wear.

Oh, I heard the news from Miriam Sargasson when I was in New York last.

I don't think that she felt there was anything wrong with your collection as

such, but when they heard about the production crisis, they were bound to

consider other alternatives.

Well, you did know, didn't you?

I didn't mean to be the bringer of bad news.

You will excuse me, please.

Well, it couldn't have come at a worse time.

There's nothing we can do about it.

Oh.

What?

I was wondering whether there might have been a personal aspect to the decision.

Donald, you mean?

I doubt it.

I'm sure Thea's Roebuck are able to keep business and personal relationships

apart. I wish we could do the same.

I don't follow.

I'm sure Celia Romford would.

I'm tired.

No, it's nothing.

Evie's tired too.

You stay like that. Will you be comfortable?

I'm always comfortable here.

It's terribly sweet of you to drop all your other work to get this finished in

time. I'm happy to oblige.

Are you always?

Hmm?

Obliging.

I can be.

It must be so difficult for you sometimes.

What must?

You're a handsome young man.

Thank you.

I imagine that women who sit for you must sometimes be very taken with you.

I wouldn't know.

Wouldn't you?

The relationship between the painter and the subject is a very delicate one.

Clearly. I need to bring a certain objectivity to the portrait.

And after the portrait's finished?

The first thing to find out is whether the sitter is pleased with how I've

painted them.

And the second?

I never think that far ahead.

Happy Christmas, Mark.

Oh, thank you, Charles. And to you.

Oh, well, I don't believe you know my husband, Jerry.

This is Mr Banster.

How do you do?

All right.

I've got into you.

It's not usually like this.

It's a free country.

My round.

In preparing the response of the Liberal group to these proposals, I have

taken into account the many passionate submissions made to me, but I have still

been guided by one consideration above all others.

Are these proposals in the best interests of the citizens of London?

We have to remember...

that we have undertaken to provide to the best of our ability houses in decent

surroundings for as many people as possible. No other consideration could

should weigh more heavily with us than that.

Houses in decent surroundings for as many people as possible.

I'm going to get down.

The cats

in our backyard sound better than she does.

I don't know, she's got the nerve to stand there.

You're better than her any day of the week.

Yeah, do you think so?

It would be hard.

Right, I will.

What? I can't show how it's done, eh?

Are you sure?

Watch me.

Well, she's done it of her own accord.

Maybe I shouldn't have said all that about, you know.

Maybe not.

Honesty's the best policy.

What would you know about honesty?

If I were the only girl in the world and

you were the only boy... It's not fair to

keep you hanging around. It's obvious how the boat's going to go. I don't mind

waiting. No, come on.

Let's go home to Lucy.

Mr Maddox!

Mr Maddox!

I'm sorry, are you all right? I couldn't shift ground.

Couldn't you?

Well, it may look that way for a while, but then he just started quoting all

your arguments one after the other.

The vote's gone our way.

I can't thank you enough.

This is wonderful.

I would say such wonderful things...

Come out.

Calm down.

Don't give me all that.

You've been messing about with my wife. Please, Terry, everybody's looking.

I don't care.

You've got to play with it.

Mr. Uncorked, this is really not the right place to make a scene.

I don't think you've heard the last of this.

Stay away from my wife!

Bravo, well done.

I thought we'd lost, I really did.

And now, well, it's a breakthrough, isn't it?

Why are you smiling?

You originally went to interview Bates for an article, remember?

Of course.

So?

You've enjoyed the politics of all this, haven't you?

I suppose I have.

It's a success, Jack. I don't want to take that away from you, but let's be

honest. In the overall state of things, it's a very small step.

It sets an example.

But that's not enough, is it?

No.

Now, once I might have argued with you, but not now, not after what I've learned

recently. The problems are too big to be solved piecemeal.

Unless you tackle the basic economic issues, nothing's ever really going to

change. Even if our campaign takes 50 years?

It wouldn't even take that long, need it? Not if we all work together.

Do I take that as an application to join the independent Labour Party?

Yes. Yes, you do.

Madge.

Come in.

What happened?

I told him everything.

He gave me a choice.

Either I was never to see you again, or I was to get out.

But here I am.

And how is your portrait coming along, Lady Romford?

Oh, of course, I forgot.

You know Daniel Page, don't you?

We were at college together.

Such a talented young man.

Indeed. There's no doubt he has a real appreciation of the female form.

And the most delicate of touches.

Maybe I shouldn't have told you.

No, it's all right.

I'd have probably heard from somebody else eventually.

She didn't say anything directly.

No, but she implied it.

She may just be making trouble.

I'm not going to go jumping to any conclusions.

I'll hear what Daniel has to say first. He deserves that.

Evie.

What?

Daniel's had affairs with other women before.

He may be finding it difficult to give up that sort of freedom.

Don't judge him too harshly.

Mr Charles, can I check something with you, please?

Certainly, Madge.

I'd just like to check... Has anybody sent anything?

Thank goodness for that.

So, did you get home all right last night then, Madge? Yes, thank you.

Joey seemed a bit upset.

Oh, I expected a little Passover.

I enjoyed your singing last night, Agnes, very much.

First rate.

Thanks.

You're going to have to learn to trust me. I am trying.

It's not easy when I hear you're having an affair with one of your clients.

You'd rather believe Grace than me.

No, of course not. Grace enjoys making trouble. She only feels safe if everyone

around her is insecure. You can't get away with blaming everything on Grace.

And what worries me is that you listen to what she tells you.

Look at me.

Come on, look at me.

I love you, Evie.

It's no secret I've had other lovers before, but that's all in the past, now

you believe me?

Yes.

That's all that matters.

I know.

Please.

Stop tormenting yourself.

I never started the damn portrait.

It was only the favour to your sister.

Would you like to see it?

Is that how you see her?

Why, do you think I misrepresented her?

No, I...

I never want to be with anyone else again.

If you still want me to come and live with you,

then I will.

Daniel, my dear. It's too exciting.

Do come and show me.

Julia, I wasn't expecting you.

Weren't you?

I am not a complete fool, Beatrice.

I beg your pardon? When one commissions a portrait, one does not expect to be

insulted. I'm sure Daniel would never set out to insult anyone.

Oh, what other explanation could there be?

Daniel acted in good faith.

His style is obviously not to your taste. Beatrice, his style could not

be to anybody's taste.

It would be laughable if Harry weren't paying such good money for it.

Perhaps your expectations were a little unrealistic as an artist. Artist?

Is that what you call him?

Celia, you came to me.

A mistake.

I shall not repeat.

Good day.

Hello. Hello.

He's still very busy.

Yes, but we'll see him be done.

I've seen enough of these dresses for the last fair amount of time.

Dress? Yes.

What is the material?

Same as the others. Why?

Everything all right, Katya?

Yes. Thank you, Mr. Cotter.

These are the last of the dresses.

Tell Mr. Wint everything's under control.

Mr. Wint!

Mr. Wint!

What's the matter? I am very worried.

I must talk with you.

I wasn't expecting you this morning.

We need to talk.

Well, if you're wanting to see any new ideas for the spring collection, I

haven't had any.

Neither of us have been giving the business our full attention, and that

stop before things get out of control.

I had a visit from Celia Romford this morning.

And?

She's withdrawing her customs.

Well, she's free to go elsewhere. We have to accept that.

Evie, where she leads, others will follow. And she's not going because

taken a sudden dislike to our dresses.

So she's seen the portrait?

Yes.

You knew?

I saw it last night.

Evie, Daniel has deliberately caused me considerable personal embarrassment. He

is an artist. He paints what he sees.

If Celia can't face seeing the truth about herself, that's her problem. She

a valuable customer. You arranged all of this.

He did it to please you.

Now it's been thrown in my face that I tried to help him. Why were you so eager

for him to do it? What were you trying to prove?

What do you mean?

You know what Celia Romford is like.

Were you hoping they'd have an affair?

That's a terrible thing to say.

I'd never do anything to hurt you. What you don't seem to realise, Bea, is how

important Daniel is to me.

We're going to live together.

So please don't interfere anymore. You've done enough.

If that's how you feel, then there's nothing more to be said.

Miss Elliot, Katya's brought something to my attention.

When she was down at Bayswater, she saw some of the ready -to -wear garments,

and she thinks there could be a problem with the quality of the fabric.

Well, I don't see how that could be. Do you?

Maddy's very reliable. Has anyone else mentioned this?

No, but don't you think we should investigate?

I don't think there's any need. Catty has probably made a mistake.

Perhaps we should consult Miss Beatrice. I don't think that will be necessary.

Very well.

As you wish.