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So why did you stop taking pictures?

I don't really remember.

I give it to you.

While I was going through your grandfather's things, I found something. I think he'd like you to have.

But be very careful.

This is a very special watch.

You see, long before you were born, when grandfather was still living in Germany, time didn't exist.

The world was frozen. Everywhere, people were standing about, waiting.

Then your grandfather, my father, took this watch and said the magic words "Let there be time".

And suddenly, things began to move.

I can't believe it's morning already.

I have to go.

I'll get the rest of my things when I come back.

I'm so sorry.

And now, George Van Arcken continues to read inspirational myths and fables.

Once upon a time, there was a lion who thought himself the strongest and quickest of all God's creations.

And every day, he would seek out a worthy opponent to challenge, so he could prove how mighty he was.

He never outrun the steady and unhurried pace of the river.

Exhausted, he laid himself down on the bank and bowed his head humbly to the victor...

The lion was expecting the...

This rubbish. It is so banal.

I can't stand your father reading his stupid English truisms.

Cease the day.

Now.

It's a ridiculous lie.

Radio, you see, is only air.

You need to build something concrete, Walter.

Something that lasts.

Actually, I've got something to show you.

U know, I wasn't really gonna do this before I got to know you better, but I thought as you're a photographer and all...

Well, let me explain.

You remember the moment that we met on the platform?

It wasn't the first time.

The exact moment we met was outside the tube station.

The photo booth.

I still have those.

But you and me are real Van Achens, yeah?

And you will go strong, yeah?

And you will create something great.

The renowned German architect, Ludwig Mies van Auchen, died of a heart attack today in his house in Hempstead.

Van Auchen, who immigrated to Britain in 1937, rejoined his English...

So why did you stop taking pictures?

I don't really remember.

Why do you want to take photos of me for?

- Were you any good? - I was okay.

The watch has stopped.

I must have forgotten to wind it.