1 00:00:01,251 --> 00:00:04,046 [melodic orchestral music] 2 00:00:41,792 --> 00:00:44,503 [paper rustling] 3 00:00:47,798 --> 00:00:48,966 Oh. 4 00:00:49,883 --> 00:00:51,009 I say, this is-- 5 00:00:51,176 --> 00:00:53,136 Thought you'd like it. 6 00:00:54,596 --> 00:00:56,181 Like it? 7 00:00:57,266 --> 00:00:58,308 It's magnificent. 8 00:01:00,811 --> 00:01:03,021 This means a lot, Siegfried, thank you. 9 00:01:03,188 --> 00:01:05,148 Yes, Tristan. 10 00:01:05,315 --> 00:01:06,692 Happy birthday. 11 00:01:06,858 --> 00:01:08,694 Yes, happy birthday, Tris. 12 00:01:12,072 --> 00:01:14,408 Right, more tea. 13 00:01:14,575 --> 00:01:16,910 Oh, I've one more present for you. 14 00:01:18,662 --> 00:01:20,622 [soft orchestral music] 15 00:01:20,789 --> 00:01:22,749 You're giving me my own list? 16 00:01:22,916 --> 00:01:24,918 I am, I've decided it's time 17 00:01:25,085 --> 00:01:26,878 to let you stand on your own two feet. 18 00:01:28,547 --> 00:01:29,548 Right. 19 00:01:31,508 --> 00:01:33,093 So I'll be going out on my own? 20 00:01:33,260 --> 00:01:34,636 Well, to all intents and purposes, 21 00:01:34,803 --> 00:01:37,306 I thought James could come along just in case, 22 00:01:37,472 --> 00:01:39,099 but it'll be your show, 23 00:01:39,266 --> 00:01:41,435 that is, if you think you can handle it. 24 00:01:41,602 --> 00:01:43,812 - Oh yes, yes, absolutely. - Excellent. 25 00:01:46,565 --> 00:01:50,485 - [newspaper rustling] - [teaspoon tapping] 26 00:01:50,652 --> 00:01:54,406 Hang on, does that say Sebright Saunders? 27 00:01:54,573 --> 00:01:56,325 Are you sending me to the estate? 28 00:01:56,491 --> 00:01:59,620 Hm-mm, they've a number of horses need tooth filing. 29 00:01:59,786 --> 00:02:01,371 They're valuable animals too, 30 00:02:01,538 --> 00:02:03,582 so make sure you've got your wits about you. 31 00:02:03,749 --> 00:02:05,042 Of course. 32 00:02:08,170 --> 00:02:10,213 That bag won't be much use to you empty. 33 00:02:13,133 --> 00:02:14,468 Right. 34 00:02:14,635 --> 00:02:16,094 Make sure you take a decent brass. 35 00:02:16,261 --> 00:02:18,680 - Will do. - And a spare. 36 00:02:18,847 --> 00:02:20,223 Tristan. 37 00:02:20,390 --> 00:02:22,017 Did you hear me? 38 00:02:22,184 --> 00:02:24,019 [soft orchestral music] 39 00:02:24,186 --> 00:02:26,647 [newspaper rustling] 40 00:02:26,813 --> 00:02:28,357 Tristan. 41 00:02:28,523 --> 00:02:29,566 Tristan! 42 00:02:33,987 --> 00:02:36,114 Good evening with Helen, was it? 43 00:02:37,324 --> 00:02:38,408 It was, thanks. 44 00:02:39,993 --> 00:02:41,370 I'm glad. 45 00:02:42,371 --> 00:02:43,705 She's a smashing lass. 46 00:02:51,088 --> 00:02:54,174 Have you had a chance to talk over Glasgow with her? 47 00:02:55,342 --> 00:02:56,301 Not yet. 48 00:02:58,053 --> 00:03:00,263 I know, I'll do it today. 49 00:03:00,430 --> 00:03:03,266 Candy's in foal, so I said I'd go up and take a look. 50 00:03:03,433 --> 00:03:04,935 I'll tell her about the job then. 51 00:03:09,314 --> 00:03:10,315 Jacket. 52 00:03:14,444 --> 00:03:16,071 Are you sure you've got tweezers? 53 00:03:16,238 --> 00:03:17,781 - Yes. - Both sizes? 54 00:03:17,948 --> 00:03:19,533 Yes and yes, I actually do know what I'm doing. 55 00:03:19,700 --> 00:03:22,119 Stop your fussing, you'll make him nervous, here. 56 00:03:24,246 --> 00:03:27,416 [soft orchestral music] 57 00:03:29,835 --> 00:03:32,879 - Very smart. - Every inch the professional. 58 00:03:33,046 --> 00:03:35,173 Yes, well, come on, don't want to keep them waiting. 59 00:03:35,340 --> 00:03:37,801 So will Mrs. Brompton be joining us at the Drovers 60 00:03:37,968 --> 00:03:39,386 for birthday drinks? 61 00:03:39,553 --> 00:03:41,263 I think she's planning to drop in briefly. 62 00:03:41,430 --> 00:03:43,598 Hope you've told her to come before things get too rowdy. 63 00:03:43,765 --> 00:03:45,267 [scoffs] It's just a few drinks. 64 00:03:45,434 --> 00:03:47,060 Please try not to get completely legless. 65 00:03:47,227 --> 00:03:48,687 Yep, I can assure you, 66 00:03:48,854 --> 00:03:50,272 I'm planning a very civilized evening. 67 00:03:50,439 --> 00:03:52,149 Oh, yes? [laughs] 68 00:03:52,315 --> 00:03:55,402 It's not like I'm a student anymore, things have changed. 69 00:03:55,569 --> 00:03:57,988 In fact, I was half wondering if a little dinner 70 00:03:58,155 --> 00:04:00,407 - might be more appropriate. - Oh, aye? 71 00:04:00,574 --> 00:04:02,534 I mean, it wouldn't have to be anything fancy, 72 00:04:02,701 --> 00:04:04,453 but if it's too much trouble. 73 00:04:04,619 --> 00:04:07,122 Birthday dinner for six at less than a day's notice? 74 00:04:07,289 --> 00:04:09,040 No, no, you're right, it's a stupid idea. 75 00:04:09,207 --> 00:04:10,667 I'm sure I can rustle something up. 76 00:04:10,834 --> 00:04:12,169 Oh, Mrs. H., you're an absolute star. 77 00:04:12,335 --> 00:04:14,880 That's one word for it. 78 00:04:15,046 --> 00:04:17,048 And actually if you could make it dinner for seven. 79 00:04:17,215 --> 00:04:18,925 Oh, for the love of God. 80 00:04:19,092 --> 00:04:20,510 Well, I just thought I might want to invite a guest. 81 00:04:20,677 --> 00:04:23,722 And who exactly might you want to invite? 82 00:04:23,889 --> 00:04:26,391 I don't know yet, but the day is still young. 83 00:04:27,851 --> 00:04:31,229 [soft orchestral music] 84 00:04:38,278 --> 00:04:40,030 [car door clicking open] 85 00:04:40,197 --> 00:04:43,283 [car door thudding] 86 00:04:43,450 --> 00:04:44,993 - [car door thudding] - [car door clicking open] 87 00:04:45,160 --> 00:04:46,787 [car door thudding] 88 00:04:46,953 --> 00:04:48,455 - Good luck, Tristan. - [car door thudding] 89 00:04:48,622 --> 00:04:51,708 Doesn't need luck, he just needs to concentrate. 90 00:04:51,875 --> 00:04:55,003 - [car engine starting] - [light orchestral music] 91 00:04:55,170 --> 00:04:58,340 [car engine stalling] 92 00:05:00,759 --> 00:05:03,804 - Right, cheerio! - [car engine starting] 93 00:05:03,970 --> 00:05:06,431 [car rumbling] 94 00:05:13,396 --> 00:05:14,356 He'll be fine. 95 00:05:14,523 --> 00:05:15,816 Course he will. 96 00:05:24,741 --> 00:05:28,203 [melodic orchestral music] 97 00:05:30,580 --> 00:05:32,749 Right, so when we get to the estate, 98 00:05:32,916 --> 00:05:34,793 I'll just introduce myself and explain 99 00:05:34,960 --> 00:05:37,045 that I'll be dealing with the horses today. 100 00:05:37,212 --> 00:05:39,172 I'm fairly sure they know who you are, Tris. 101 00:05:39,339 --> 00:05:40,715 You've been coming out to the farms half of your life. 102 00:05:40,882 --> 00:05:42,884 Yes, as Siegfried's little brother maybe, 103 00:05:43,051 --> 00:05:44,427 but now I'm here as a vet, 104 00:05:44,594 --> 00:05:46,388 it's a whole different kettle of fish. 105 00:05:46,555 --> 00:05:47,848 You're going to do fine. 106 00:05:48,014 --> 00:05:49,432 You know what he's doing, don't you? 107 00:05:49,599 --> 00:05:51,351 He's basically setting me up to fail. 108 00:05:51,518 --> 00:05:53,395 I don't think that's true. 109 00:05:53,562 --> 00:05:55,397 Giving me this big, new chance, 110 00:05:55,564 --> 00:05:58,942 but he's just waiting for me to mess it up. 111 00:05:59,109 --> 00:06:02,863 [melodic orchestral music] 112 00:06:03,029 --> 00:06:06,616 [horse's hooves clopping] 113 00:06:13,623 --> 00:06:16,001 [handbrake cranking] 114 00:06:16,167 --> 00:06:19,504 [car doors clicking open] 115 00:06:20,964 --> 00:06:24,009 [car doors thudding] 116 00:06:27,387 --> 00:06:30,223 [car door clicking open] 117 00:06:30,390 --> 00:06:33,768 [soft orchestral music] 118 00:06:39,232 --> 00:06:41,276 Where's Farnon? 119 00:06:41,443 --> 00:06:43,028 - Right here. - [car door thudding] 120 00:06:43,194 --> 00:06:44,738 You what? 121 00:06:44,905 --> 00:06:46,406 Tristan Farnon, Mr. Monkham, 122 00:06:46,573 --> 00:06:48,950 Siegfried's brother and fully qualified vet. 123 00:06:49,117 --> 00:06:51,202 I'll be taking care of the tooth rasping today. 124 00:06:51,369 --> 00:06:53,997 Mr. Farnon always sees to horses himself. 125 00:06:54,164 --> 00:06:57,042 Well, he's asked me to deputize on this occasion. 126 00:06:57,208 --> 00:07:01,004 Oh, aye, your brother's a fine vet, knows what's what. 127 00:07:01,171 --> 00:07:03,340 What are you, brand new? 128 00:07:03,506 --> 00:07:06,134 I can assure you, my brother wouldn't have sent me, 129 00:07:06,301 --> 00:07:08,553 if he didn't have complete faith in my abilities. 130 00:07:08,720 --> 00:07:11,056 Oh, aye, what are you gonna be doing? 131 00:07:11,222 --> 00:07:12,682 I'm just here to observe. 132 00:07:12,849 --> 00:07:14,517 Right, well, I can't say I like it, 133 00:07:14,684 --> 00:07:18,980 but I haven't got all day, so let's see what you've got. 134 00:07:19,147 --> 00:07:21,191 [birds chirping] 135 00:07:21,358 --> 00:07:22,651 This way. 136 00:07:22,817 --> 00:07:23,818 [Tristan sighing] 137 00:07:23,985 --> 00:07:27,280 [car door clicking open] 138 00:07:30,575 --> 00:07:32,494 - You wanted this? - Please. 139 00:07:32,661 --> 00:07:35,705 [Siegfried] Poor Bonnie here had quite a sizeable lipomar 140 00:07:35,872 --> 00:07:36,957 on her rib cage. 141 00:07:37,123 --> 00:07:38,458 - Oh. - [heater switch clicking] 142 00:07:38,625 --> 00:07:40,251 Benign, but still an ugly, great mass. 143 00:07:40,418 --> 00:07:44,089 Luckily I was able to remove it with remarkable ease. 144 00:07:44,255 --> 00:07:46,383 Let's just lay her down on that blanket, 145 00:07:46,549 --> 00:07:48,093 while she comes around. 146 00:07:50,887 --> 00:07:52,722 Might take an hour or so. 147 00:07:54,015 --> 00:07:55,141 That's the ticket. 148 00:07:56,434 --> 00:07:57,477 There we are. 149 00:08:01,481 --> 00:08:03,817 Yes, very nice, though I say so myself. 150 00:08:03,984 --> 00:08:06,277 Should hardly leave a scar. 151 00:08:06,444 --> 00:08:09,072 - [Bonnie whining softly] - Should she be doing that? 152 00:08:09,239 --> 00:08:10,991 Oh, it's nothing to worry about, 153 00:08:11,157 --> 00:08:13,076 happens to some animals after anesthetic. 154 00:08:13,243 --> 00:08:15,120 It's just barbiturates leaving the system. 155 00:08:16,413 --> 00:08:19,874 Well, I'm off to the butchers. 156 00:08:20,041 --> 00:08:21,668 If I can get a decent enough joint, 157 00:08:21,835 --> 00:08:23,712 I might try my hand at a Beef Wellington. 158 00:08:23,878 --> 00:08:25,463 Goodness, that's rather elaborate. 159 00:08:25,630 --> 00:08:27,007 Well, I don't want your young ladies 160 00:08:27,173 --> 00:08:29,884 thinking we don't know how to entertain. 161 00:08:30,051 --> 00:08:32,679 I assume Mrs. Brompton's still joining us? 162 00:08:32,846 --> 00:08:36,016 Yes, yes, she was delighted with the invitation. 163 00:08:36,182 --> 00:08:38,226 Well, isn't that nice? 164 00:08:38,393 --> 00:08:42,105 - What about you, Mrs. Hall? - Sorry? 165 00:08:42,272 --> 00:08:43,773 Well, it occurs to me we've all got guests, 166 00:08:43,940 --> 00:08:47,652 so perhaps you might like to invite someone, 167 00:08:47,819 --> 00:08:50,905 to you know, make up the numbers? 168 00:08:51,072 --> 00:08:53,825 Well, I'd be lucky if I can find a joint for seven, 169 00:08:53,992 --> 00:08:58,246 any more would be the parable of the loaves and fishes. 170 00:08:58,413 --> 00:09:02,625 Right, well, as I'm done, I think I'll head out too 171 00:09:02,792 --> 00:09:04,586 and see how Tris is getting on. 172 00:09:04,753 --> 00:09:09,174 You said he needs to stand on his own two feet, so let him. 173 00:09:11,051 --> 00:09:14,429 [soft orchestral music] 174 00:09:18,058 --> 00:09:19,768 Just don't let him rattle you. 175 00:09:19,934 --> 00:09:20,935 Absolutely. 176 00:09:21,102 --> 00:09:23,313 Just focus on the job in hand. 177 00:09:23,480 --> 00:09:27,233 - [horse's hooves clopping] - [background people chattering] 178 00:09:27,400 --> 00:09:30,236 [horse neighing] 179 00:09:31,446 --> 00:09:33,573 Who's that? 180 00:09:33,740 --> 00:09:36,618 Oh yes, Miss Margot Sebright Saunders. 181 00:09:36,785 --> 00:09:38,620 Might she be a suitable candidate? 182 00:09:38,787 --> 00:09:41,331 [laughs] Rather out of my league, I fear. 183 00:09:41,498 --> 00:09:43,541 Margot's generally squired by minor gentry. 184 00:09:43,708 --> 00:09:47,170 You're a man of means now, a respectable professional, 185 00:09:49,005 --> 00:09:50,924 she might see you in a whole new light. 186 00:09:52,133 --> 00:09:55,845 [soft orchestral music] 187 00:09:56,012 --> 00:09:57,889 - [horse neighing] - [background people chattering] 188 00:09:58,056 --> 00:10:00,558 See, you don't want to miss out for a lack of confidence. 189 00:10:00,725 --> 00:10:02,102 No, you may have a point. 190 00:10:02,268 --> 00:10:03,728 Nothing ventured. 191 00:10:03,895 --> 00:10:06,481 It certainly worked for you and Helen. 192 00:10:06,648 --> 00:10:10,652 Well, it's early days, I still have time to mess it up. 193 00:10:10,819 --> 00:10:13,530 - [Tristan laughing] - You too coming? 194 00:10:13,696 --> 00:10:18,660 - [horse's hooves clopping] - [background people chattering] 195 00:10:25,834 --> 00:10:27,168 Excellent. 196 00:10:27,335 --> 00:10:30,421 There's another two need doing across the yard. 197 00:10:30,588 --> 00:10:32,298 Right, let's take a look, shall we? 198 00:10:32,465 --> 00:10:33,967 Hope he's not a kicker. 199 00:10:37,387 --> 00:10:39,681 Right, here we go, good lad. 200 00:10:41,432 --> 00:10:43,017 Ah, yes. 201 00:10:43,184 --> 00:10:45,395 I can see there's quite a sharp point just here, 202 00:10:45,562 --> 00:10:47,438 should be able to file that off nicely. 203 00:10:50,900 --> 00:10:53,653 If you could just hold him steady. 204 00:10:53,820 --> 00:10:55,738 - Monkham. - Yes, Miss Margot. 205 00:10:55,905 --> 00:10:57,532 I want to ride out to Sennor Woods this afternoon, 206 00:10:57,699 --> 00:10:59,033 will you see that my horse is ready? 207 00:10:59,200 --> 00:11:00,910 [John] Yes, miss. 208 00:11:01,077 --> 00:11:03,037 Gosh, are you an actual vet now, Tristan? 209 00:11:03,204 --> 00:11:05,707 That's right, Tristan Sebastian Farnon, 210 00:11:05,874 --> 00:11:07,667 MRCVS at your service. 211 00:11:07,834 --> 00:11:09,252 Well, well done, you. 212 00:11:09,419 --> 00:11:11,796 Yes, I've got all the credentials and 213 00:11:11,963 --> 00:11:14,465 and... 214 00:11:14,632 --> 00:11:16,593 Wonderful, I'm just going up to the house, 215 00:11:16,759 --> 00:11:17,802 but I'll be back here after lunch. 216 00:11:17,969 --> 00:11:18,928 Yes, miss. 217 00:11:21,514 --> 00:11:23,725 Aye, I'll let you get on then. 218 00:11:23,892 --> 00:11:24,934 Jolly good. 219 00:11:25,894 --> 00:11:28,146 You're doing grand. 220 00:11:28,313 --> 00:11:29,397 - [horse's hooves clopping] - [horse neighing] 221 00:11:29,564 --> 00:11:30,690 [Man] Easy boy! 222 00:11:30,857 --> 00:11:32,233 - Come on. - [horse neighing] 223 00:11:32,400 --> 00:11:33,526 What's going on out there? 224 00:11:33,693 --> 00:11:36,029 - That'll be Satan. - Oh, yes? 225 00:11:36,196 --> 00:11:40,033 Aye, he's another that needs rasping. 226 00:11:40,200 --> 00:11:42,160 [horse neighing] 227 00:11:42,327 --> 00:11:45,705 [soft orchestral music] 228 00:11:56,424 --> 00:11:59,886 [cabinet doors thudding] 229 00:12:02,764 --> 00:12:05,934 [Bonnie whining softly] 230 00:12:12,440 --> 00:12:15,568 Oh, what can ail thee, dog at arms? 231 00:12:15,735 --> 00:12:17,820 Alone and palely loitering. 232 00:12:17,987 --> 00:12:19,906 It's nothing physical that I can see. 233 00:12:20,073 --> 00:12:22,742 Perhaps you don't like being by yourself, is that it? 234 00:12:22,909 --> 00:12:24,410 Perhaps you could play with Jess. 235 00:12:24,577 --> 00:12:26,496 Are you sure she's not sickening for something? 236 00:12:26,663 --> 00:12:28,539 Not in the least, she's perfectly healthy. 237 00:12:28,706 --> 00:12:30,792 Probably just wants a bit of company. 238 00:12:30,959 --> 00:12:32,460 Well, where are you off to? 239 00:12:32,627 --> 00:12:34,921 Ah, I found a spare rasp for Tristan. 240 00:12:35,088 --> 00:12:37,006 He'll be almost done, won't he? 241 00:12:37,173 --> 00:12:39,217 Still, better safe than sorry. 242 00:12:39,384 --> 00:12:42,720 [Bonnie whining softly] 243 00:12:42,887 --> 00:12:45,515 [soft orchestral music] 244 00:12:45,682 --> 00:12:50,603 - [horse's hooves clopping] - [background people chattering] 245 00:12:52,730 --> 00:12:56,109 [soft orchestral music] 246 00:13:00,989 --> 00:13:03,866 - If you'd rather I took over? - No. 247 00:13:04,033 --> 00:13:05,410 No, of course not. 248 00:13:06,953 --> 00:13:08,162 In for a penny. 249 00:13:10,164 --> 00:13:12,667 At least he seems to have calmed down. 250 00:13:12,834 --> 00:13:14,294 For now. 251 00:13:15,295 --> 00:13:18,548 [light orchestral music] 252 00:13:24,137 --> 00:13:27,140 Right, let's take a look at your teeth then, shall we? 253 00:13:27,307 --> 00:13:33,021 - [horse neighing loudly] - [dramatic orchestral music] 254 00:13:33,187 --> 00:13:39,027 - [horse neighing softly] - [light orchestral music] 255 00:13:39,193 --> 00:13:41,696 That's it, that's it, old fella, come on. 256 00:13:41,863 --> 00:13:45,533 Nothing to worry about, that's it. 257 00:13:45,700 --> 00:13:46,743 - I'm just going to- - [horse neighing] 258 00:13:46,909 --> 00:13:49,829 - [kick thudding] - Oh! 259 00:13:50,955 --> 00:13:52,165 Are you alright, Tris? 260 00:13:54,334 --> 00:13:58,087 - Did he get you? - It's fine. 261 00:13:59,422 --> 00:14:00,715 He barely made contact. 262 00:14:03,760 --> 00:14:05,261 Sure? 263 00:14:05,428 --> 00:14:11,142 Hm-mm. [breathing deeply] 264 00:14:11,309 --> 00:14:12,810 [car door thudding] 265 00:14:12,977 --> 00:14:14,771 [James whistling] 266 00:14:14,937 --> 00:14:16,814 He nearly broke my kneecap, seriously, Jim, 267 00:14:16,981 --> 00:14:19,025 I thought I was going to pass out at one point. 268 00:14:19,192 --> 00:14:21,110 You should've let me take over. 269 00:14:21,277 --> 00:14:22,945 Oh, Siegfried would love that, 270 00:14:23,112 --> 00:14:25,907 "A man doesn't stop work, because of a bruise. 271 00:14:26,074 --> 00:14:27,658 Cuts and scrapes come with the territory. 272 00:14:27,825 --> 00:14:29,452 A good vet never puts his own comfort 273 00:14:29,619 --> 00:14:31,704 before that of the animal." 274 00:14:33,247 --> 00:14:35,041 Got you a good one, did he? 275 00:14:35,208 --> 00:14:38,628 Ah, yes, yes, it seems he did. 276 00:14:38,795 --> 00:14:40,630 Aye. 277 00:14:40,797 --> 00:14:42,298 Evil bugger. 278 00:14:45,551 --> 00:14:47,804 [John chuckling] 279 00:14:47,970 --> 00:14:51,224 Well, he seems positively delighted by the whole thing. 280 00:14:51,391 --> 00:14:53,893 They like to feel they're getting their money's worth. 281 00:14:54,060 --> 00:14:56,270 What, so the more pain and suffering the better? 282 00:14:56,437 --> 00:14:59,774 That's Dales folk for you, they're a sadistic bunch. 283 00:14:59,941 --> 00:15:01,692 [hand tapping] 284 00:15:01,859 --> 00:15:05,238 [light orchestral music] 285 00:15:05,405 --> 00:15:07,657 - [car rumbling] - [rain pouring] 286 00:15:07,824 --> 00:15:11,285 [melodic orchestral music] 287 00:15:16,249 --> 00:15:19,585 [horse's hooves clopping] 288 00:15:22,422 --> 00:15:24,924 [car rumbling] 289 00:15:33,307 --> 00:15:36,561 Oh, I say, Mrs. H., this smells marvelous. 290 00:15:36,727 --> 00:15:38,020 It really does. 291 00:15:38,187 --> 00:15:39,772 Yes, well, it's just bread and cheese for now. 292 00:15:39,939 --> 00:15:41,315 So hands off. 293 00:15:41,482 --> 00:15:43,276 You really didn't need to do all of this. 294 00:15:43,443 --> 00:15:45,403 Your birthday only comes around once a year, 295 00:15:45,570 --> 00:15:48,281 just eat up and then you can get out from under my feet. 296 00:15:49,490 --> 00:15:50,575 Siegfried not around? 297 00:15:50,741 --> 00:15:55,163 Ah, no, he, er, he went out. 298 00:15:56,873 --> 00:15:59,208 Out where? 299 00:15:59,375 --> 00:16:02,503 I think he, er, was hoping to catch up with you. 300 00:16:02,670 --> 00:16:04,672 Something about a spare rasp. 301 00:16:06,007 --> 00:16:07,341 Seriously? 302 00:16:07,508 --> 00:16:08,593 So he said. 303 00:16:08,759 --> 00:16:10,178 [laughs] Unbelievable! 304 00:16:10,344 --> 00:16:12,722 He went to check up on me, didn't he? 305 00:16:12,889 --> 00:16:14,348 [door thudding] 306 00:16:14,515 --> 00:16:16,684 My apologies, Mrs. Hall. 307 00:16:16,851 --> 00:16:18,769 You're alright, lunch is cold anyway. 308 00:16:18,936 --> 00:16:20,062 Jolly good. 309 00:16:24,942 --> 00:16:26,903 I heard we missed you at the estate. 310 00:16:27,069 --> 00:16:28,779 What? 311 00:16:28,946 --> 00:16:33,451 Oh yes, no matter, just had a quick chat with Monkham. 312 00:16:39,582 --> 00:16:42,293 So what did Mr. Monkham have to say then? 313 00:16:42,460 --> 00:16:43,628 Not a great deal. 314 00:16:45,338 --> 00:16:47,465 He did say you should learn to move a bit quicker, 315 00:16:47,632 --> 00:16:49,467 you wanna watch yourself with those stallions. 316 00:16:49,634 --> 00:16:50,843 Yes, I know. 317 00:16:53,804 --> 00:16:55,056 Nothing else? 318 00:16:55,223 --> 00:16:57,183 Should there have been? 319 00:16:58,434 --> 00:17:00,603 No, no, not at all. 320 00:17:02,897 --> 00:17:05,608 - [phone ringing] - I'll get it. 321 00:17:09,320 --> 00:17:11,948 You know, I've been giving some thought 322 00:17:12,114 --> 00:17:16,077 to those suggestions you made about the improvements. 323 00:17:16,244 --> 00:17:17,995 Oh yes? 324 00:17:18,162 --> 00:17:19,539 We should sit down and start making some plans together. 325 00:17:19,705 --> 00:17:22,124 That'd be great, thank you, Siegfried. 326 00:17:22,291 --> 00:17:25,127 It's all down to money, of course, but I think it's time. 327 00:17:27,463 --> 00:17:29,340 That was Dobson, his heifer's in labor, 328 00:17:29,507 --> 00:17:30,800 but it's not progressing. 329 00:17:30,967 --> 00:17:32,134 I said we'd head over to lend a hand. 330 00:17:32,301 --> 00:17:33,261 Righto! 331 00:17:35,388 --> 00:17:37,723 James, weren't you going to check on the Alderson's mare? 332 00:17:37,890 --> 00:17:40,017 I was, but it's nothing that can't wait. 333 00:17:40,184 --> 00:17:41,769 - I can run by tomorrow. - No, no, you should go 334 00:17:41,936 --> 00:17:45,398 this afternoon, we mustn't let the Aldersons down. 335 00:17:45,565 --> 00:17:48,734 Tristan can manage at Dobson's, can't you? 336 00:17:50,653 --> 00:17:52,989 Yes, [clears throat] yes, it shouldn't be a problem. 337 00:17:53,155 --> 00:17:55,032 Well, that's settled then. 338 00:17:55,199 --> 00:17:57,034 Except how will I get there? 339 00:17:57,201 --> 00:17:58,953 You'll have to take the Rover. 340 00:18:03,291 --> 00:18:06,127 Oh, I think I'd probably be better in the Vauxhall. 341 00:18:06,294 --> 00:18:07,712 James will need the Vauxhall. 342 00:18:10,548 --> 00:18:13,843 But still, the Rover, it's your pride and joy. 343 00:18:14,010 --> 00:18:17,638 I can easily walk over to see Hardwick's ewe, 344 00:18:17,805 --> 00:18:19,682 besides it'll go with the new bag. 345 00:18:22,059 --> 00:18:23,811 [light orchestral music] 346 00:18:23,978 --> 00:18:27,106 [door clicking open] 347 00:18:31,444 --> 00:18:34,030 [door thudding] 348 00:18:37,074 --> 00:18:39,368 Now, just mind the steering on the bends. 349 00:18:39,535 --> 00:18:40,828 Shut up. 350 00:18:40,995 --> 00:18:42,371 [car door thudding] 351 00:18:42,538 --> 00:18:46,584 - I'm sure you can handle it. - Right. 352 00:18:48,878 --> 00:18:50,671 - [car engine starting] - See you later. 353 00:18:52,757 --> 00:18:55,384 [car rumbling] 354 00:19:07,021 --> 00:19:08,397 Is this a good idea? 355 00:19:08,564 --> 00:19:10,483 He's a perfectly good driver. 356 00:19:10,650 --> 00:19:12,693 Well, there's a lot to take on, 357 00:19:12,860 --> 00:19:14,153 he's not done a calfing on his own before. 358 00:19:14,320 --> 00:19:17,406 Well, he's got to do one sometime, 359 00:19:17,573 --> 00:19:19,533 sink or swim, Mrs. Hall, it's the nature of the beast. 360 00:19:19,700 --> 00:19:21,327 It doesn't mean you have to push him 361 00:19:21,494 --> 00:19:22,912 straight in at the deep end. 362 00:19:23,079 --> 00:19:24,538 I'm sure he'll be fine. 363 00:19:30,503 --> 00:19:33,089 James, when you're done at the Alderson's, 364 00:19:33,255 --> 00:19:37,343 perhaps you could call by and see how Tris is getting on. 365 00:19:37,510 --> 00:19:39,512 [car horn tooting] 366 00:19:39,679 --> 00:19:42,890 [car rumbling] 367 00:19:43,057 --> 00:19:44,058 Wrong way. 368 00:19:46,394 --> 00:19:48,521 That might not be a bad idea. 369 00:19:51,190 --> 00:19:56,404 Oh, and I hope it goes well with Helen. 370 00:19:56,570 --> 00:20:00,741 [soft orchestral music] 371 00:20:00,908 --> 00:20:04,036 [car door clicking open] 372 00:20:04,203 --> 00:20:06,414 [car door thudding] 373 00:20:06,580 --> 00:20:10,292 [melodic orchestral music] 374 00:20:26,851 --> 00:20:27,977 [car horn tooting] 375 00:20:28,144 --> 00:20:30,229 [sheep bleating] 376 00:20:30,396 --> 00:20:33,899 [melodic orchestral music] 377 00:20:39,405 --> 00:20:41,323 [car rumbling quietly] 378 00:20:41,490 --> 00:20:43,367 [gear stick cranking] 379 00:20:43,534 --> 00:20:46,412 [car rumbling] 380 00:20:46,579 --> 00:20:50,040 [melodic orchestral music] 381 00:21:03,053 --> 00:21:05,681 [handbrake cranking] 382 00:21:05,848 --> 00:21:07,099 [car door thudding] 383 00:21:07,266 --> 00:21:10,853 [Tristan clearing throat] 384 00:21:12,855 --> 00:21:16,025 - Oh, hello again. - Hello. 385 00:21:16,192 --> 00:21:17,985 Just on my way to my next call, 386 00:21:18,152 --> 00:21:20,404 thought I'd stop and see how he's getting on. 387 00:21:20,571 --> 00:21:24,950 - All right there, boy? - [horse neighing] 388 00:21:25,117 --> 00:21:26,994 I took extra special care with his teeth. 389 00:21:27,161 --> 00:21:28,788 Thanks. 390 00:21:28,954 --> 00:21:30,831 Is that your car? 391 00:21:30,998 --> 00:21:32,249 Isn't she a beauty? 392 00:21:32,416 --> 00:21:34,001 It's very smart. 393 00:21:34,168 --> 00:21:36,587 Well, I'd best not keep this one waiting. 394 00:21:36,754 --> 00:21:38,589 It's my birthday today. 395 00:21:38,756 --> 00:21:41,383 Is it really? Well, many happy returns. 396 00:21:41,550 --> 00:21:44,553 Yes, well, I mean, I don't make a big thing of them as a rule, 397 00:21:44,720 --> 00:21:46,722 but I am actually having a small party, 398 00:21:46,889 --> 00:21:49,225 well, more of a dinner, a dinner party. 399 00:21:52,645 --> 00:21:56,398 Just a few close friends, Helen Alderson will be there, 400 00:21:56,565 --> 00:21:58,859 if you happen to be free? 401 00:21:59,026 --> 00:22:01,028 I haven't seen Helen in an absolute age. 402 00:22:01,195 --> 00:22:03,030 I'm sure she'd be thrilled to see you. 403 00:22:03,197 --> 00:22:04,907 So what do you say? 404 00:22:06,575 --> 00:22:08,702 Alright then, I'll see you this evening. 405 00:22:09,954 --> 00:22:14,375 7:30 or eight or just, you know, come whenever. 406 00:22:14,542 --> 00:22:16,043 [Margot] See you. 407 00:22:17,127 --> 00:22:20,089 [soft orchestral music] 408 00:22:20,256 --> 00:22:23,634 [Bonnie whining softly] 409 00:22:32,560 --> 00:22:35,938 Thank the Lord. [sighing with relief] 410 00:22:36,105 --> 00:22:38,774 [Bonnie barking] 411 00:22:38,941 --> 00:22:40,734 For the love of. 412 00:22:40,901 --> 00:22:44,321 [Bonnie whining] 413 00:22:44,488 --> 00:22:48,242 What's wrong with you, you daft apeth? 414 00:22:48,409 --> 00:22:49,952 Ey, hm? 415 00:22:51,328 --> 00:22:52,788 Oh, come on. 416 00:22:52,955 --> 00:22:56,917 Not nice always being on your own, is it, hm? 417 00:22:57,084 --> 00:23:00,504 Come on, but you so much as sniff at my Beef Wellington, 418 00:23:00,671 --> 00:23:04,174 - you'll be out in the shed. - [Bonnie barking] 419 00:23:04,341 --> 00:23:06,093 [geese honking] 420 00:23:06,260 --> 00:23:09,346 [car rumbling quietly] 421 00:23:09,513 --> 00:23:12,850 [soft orchestral music] 422 00:23:15,394 --> 00:23:19,189 [car door thudding] 423 00:23:19,356 --> 00:23:22,359 Mr. Dobson, I got here as fast as I could. 424 00:23:22,526 --> 00:23:23,485 Oh, aye? 425 00:23:23,652 --> 00:23:24,820 You did the right thing calling. 426 00:23:24,987 --> 00:23:26,780 Has there been any progress? 427 00:23:26,947 --> 00:23:28,616 Well, no, not so you'd notice. 428 00:23:28,782 --> 00:23:31,702 Then I shall begin with a thorough examination. 429 00:23:31,869 --> 00:23:33,829 I'm afraid these things aren't always as simple 430 00:23:33,996 --> 00:23:36,081 as they appear, I'll lead the way, shall I? 431 00:23:37,416 --> 00:23:40,794 [soft orchestral music] 432 00:23:42,504 --> 00:23:45,382 [horse neighing] 433 00:23:52,765 --> 00:23:54,516 Very good, nice and steady. 434 00:23:54,683 --> 00:23:55,935 I'll just check her. 435 00:23:57,686 --> 00:23:58,979 Such efficiency. 436 00:23:59,146 --> 00:24:00,689 We aim to please. 437 00:24:02,232 --> 00:24:03,734 [Richard clearing throat] 438 00:24:03,901 --> 00:24:05,444 Right. 439 00:24:06,487 --> 00:24:07,821 She's alright then? 440 00:24:07,988 --> 00:24:11,200 Well, she's a way to go, but yes, 441 00:24:11,367 --> 00:24:15,329 mother and foal are both coming along very nicely. 442 00:24:16,538 --> 00:24:17,831 Heart rate and, 443 00:24:21,085 --> 00:24:23,003 temperature, all fine. 444 00:24:23,170 --> 00:24:25,965 In a few months' time, you'll have your very own pony. 445 00:24:26,131 --> 00:24:29,426 Lucky girl. Candy was our mam's. 446 00:24:29,593 --> 00:24:32,304 Yeah, sort of like the next generation. 447 00:24:32,471 --> 00:24:34,890 - l see. - Besides it's just practical, 448 00:24:35,057 --> 00:24:37,977 it takes forever to walk up the top field. 449 00:24:38,143 --> 00:24:40,354 Course if you'd let me drive the tractor. 450 00:24:40,521 --> 00:24:41,939 Yeah, well, maybes when your feet 451 00:24:42,106 --> 00:24:43,524 reach the pedals, you can. 452 00:24:43,691 --> 00:24:45,234 [Jenny] Dad, I've been tall enough for months 453 00:24:45,401 --> 00:24:46,777 and you know it. 454 00:24:46,944 --> 00:24:50,280 Aye, annoyingly enough, you're right. 455 00:24:50,447 --> 00:24:53,492 I'm practically an adult, you know. 456 00:24:53,659 --> 00:24:56,745 She will be soon, much as I hate to admit it. 457 00:24:56,912 --> 00:24:58,580 Come on then. 458 00:25:05,838 --> 00:25:07,756 [hand patting] 459 00:25:07,923 --> 00:25:10,801 [birds chirping] 460 00:25:11,927 --> 00:25:13,345 Thanks for coming up. 461 00:25:13,512 --> 00:25:14,596 Not at all. 462 00:25:21,603 --> 00:25:23,355 Do I need to bring anything this evening? 463 00:25:23,522 --> 00:25:26,400 I don't think so, Mrs. Hall has it all in hand. 464 00:25:26,567 --> 00:25:28,527 I didn't have Tris down as a dinner party sort. 465 00:25:28,694 --> 00:25:31,864 Oh, well, this is a whole new Tristan we're talking about. 466 00:25:32,031 --> 00:25:34,199 [both laughing] 467 00:25:34,366 --> 00:25:37,494 Speaking of which, I should get going, 468 00:25:37,661 --> 00:25:39,121 I said I'd check in on him. 469 00:25:39,288 --> 00:25:41,457 - How is he getting on? - Surprisingly well. 470 00:25:41,623 --> 00:25:43,375 Good for him. 471 00:25:43,542 --> 00:25:45,753 It's good news for the rest of us too. 472 00:25:45,919 --> 00:25:50,132 Now he's out on calls, we can split the night shifts. 473 00:25:50,299 --> 00:25:53,677 Up in Glasgow, I only had to be on call once a week. 474 00:25:53,844 --> 00:25:55,345 I thought you liked being out in the Dales 475 00:25:55,512 --> 00:25:57,514 - under the moonlight. - Oh, I do, 476 00:25:57,681 --> 00:25:59,475 it's just I quite like a full night's sleep too. 477 00:25:59,641 --> 00:26:01,852 It's a good job you didn't stay in Glasgow 478 00:26:02,019 --> 00:26:04,271 any longer then, it sounds like you'd have gone soft. 479 00:26:04,438 --> 00:26:09,443 [laughs] Yeah, you're probably right. 480 00:26:09,610 --> 00:26:12,988 [soft orchestral music] 481 00:26:17,201 --> 00:26:20,454 [car rumbling quietly] 482 00:26:29,630 --> 00:26:32,549 [geese honking] 483 00:26:32,716 --> 00:26:36,220 - [handbrake cranking] - [car door clicking open] 484 00:26:36,386 --> 00:26:39,348 [car door thudding] 485 00:26:40,849 --> 00:26:43,185 [car door thudding] 486 00:26:43,352 --> 00:26:46,063 [soft orchestral music] 487 00:26:46,230 --> 00:26:49,483 [cow bellowing softly] 488 00:26:51,318 --> 00:26:53,028 [Tristan grunting] 489 00:26:53,195 --> 00:26:55,280 How are you doing there, Tris? 490 00:26:55,447 --> 00:26:57,866 Thought I'd see if you needed a hand. 491 00:26:58,033 --> 00:26:59,743 Mr. Dobson. 492 00:26:59,910 --> 00:27:02,704 I'm managing as best I can at the moment. [grunting] 493 00:27:02,871 --> 00:27:05,457 Although the presentation does, 494 00:27:07,126 --> 00:27:09,670 ah, present some serious difficulties. 495 00:27:09,837 --> 00:27:11,380 - [cow bellowing softly] - [Tristan grunting] 496 00:27:11,547 --> 00:27:14,216 Both legs are back. 497 00:27:14,383 --> 00:27:18,512 God, she's got an incredibly long pelvis. [grunting] 498 00:27:18,679 --> 00:27:20,222 It is long. 499 00:27:20,389 --> 00:27:22,766 Oh, God, here comes another contraction. 500 00:27:22,933 --> 00:27:26,186 - [cow bellowing softly] - [Tristan grunting] 501 00:27:26,353 --> 00:27:30,107 Oh! [breathing heavily] 502 00:27:30,274 --> 00:27:33,777 [cow bellowing softly] 503 00:27:33,944 --> 00:27:35,821 Er, everything alright there, Tris? 504 00:27:37,531 --> 00:27:41,410 I just need a moment. [breathing heavily] 505 00:27:46,540 --> 00:27:48,792 Oh, give over, will you? 506 00:27:48,959 --> 00:27:52,921 [Siegfried whistling tunefully] 507 00:27:54,590 --> 00:27:56,800 Could one of the boys have done that? 508 00:27:56,967 --> 00:27:59,178 Not if I want it doing this year. 509 00:27:59,344 --> 00:28:00,387 [Siegfried chuckling] 510 00:28:00,554 --> 00:28:01,847 Well, let me help. 511 00:28:08,854 --> 00:28:12,733 I'll need the extra chair, if Tristan's bringing someone. 512 00:28:12,900 --> 00:28:14,443 Is he not back yet? 513 00:28:14,610 --> 00:28:16,862 He's not and he doesn't need you showing up 514 00:28:17,029 --> 00:28:18,739 with any more equipment. 515 00:28:18,906 --> 00:28:21,241 I only wanted to make sure he wasn't out of his depth. 516 00:28:21,408 --> 00:28:23,076 - Hm. - Maybe I should give Dobson 517 00:28:23,243 --> 00:28:24,536 a call, find out how he's getting wrong. 518 00:28:24,703 --> 00:28:26,246 Oh, there's no need for that, 519 00:28:26,413 --> 00:28:28,415 I asked James to pop in on his way back. 520 00:28:28,582 --> 00:28:31,168 Oh, so your faith isn't entirely unshakeable either? 521 00:28:34,254 --> 00:28:36,381 He's a good boy. 522 00:28:36,548 --> 00:28:38,300 I know he doesn't want to let you down. 523 00:28:38,467 --> 00:28:41,803 Despite the fact that it's often the end result. 524 00:28:41,970 --> 00:28:43,680 No, I have noticed a change in him. 525 00:28:43,847 --> 00:28:47,768 I wonder if what he really needed was a bit of self-belief. 526 00:28:47,935 --> 00:28:51,521 He thinks he's a qualified vet and so he acts like one. 527 00:28:51,688 --> 00:28:55,943 - Hm. - [light orchestral music] 528 00:28:58,403 --> 00:28:59,363 Good. 529 00:29:00,572 --> 00:29:01,782 We fixed it. 530 00:29:01,949 --> 00:29:03,492 Oh, I do hope so. 531 00:29:07,037 --> 00:29:11,124 - [cow bellowing softly] - [Tristan grunting] 532 00:29:11,291 --> 00:29:15,796 - Tris, do you want me to- - [Tristan grunting] 533 00:29:15,963 --> 00:29:19,007 You poor lad, what can I do? 534 00:29:19,174 --> 00:29:21,385 Could you manage a sip of tea? 535 00:29:21,551 --> 00:29:23,220 Yes. 536 00:29:23,387 --> 00:29:25,347 [cow bellowing softly] 537 00:29:25,514 --> 00:29:29,268 [Tristan breathing heavily] 538 00:29:32,980 --> 00:29:34,815 Seriously, you need to let me take over. 539 00:29:34,982 --> 00:29:37,150 I've come too far to stop now, James. 540 00:29:38,318 --> 00:29:39,903 Can't be much longer. 541 00:29:40,070 --> 00:29:43,365 [cow bellowing softly] 542 00:29:45,158 --> 00:29:46,493 Ah. 543 00:29:46,660 --> 00:29:48,078 You brave lad, you'll need something 544 00:29:48,245 --> 00:29:49,871 much stronger than a tea after this. 545 00:29:50,038 --> 00:29:51,331 Yeah. 546 00:29:51,498 --> 00:29:53,750 Oh, God, here we go again. 547 00:29:53,917 --> 00:29:55,585 [cow bellowing softly] 548 00:29:55,752 --> 00:29:59,798 [Tristan grunting] 549 00:29:59,965 --> 00:30:02,467 - [door thudding] - Evening, Mrs. Hall. 550 00:30:02,634 --> 00:30:03,844 Oh, don't worry, I'm early. 551 00:30:04,011 --> 00:30:05,304 I thought you might need a hand. 552 00:30:05,470 --> 00:30:07,389 Oh, you are good. 553 00:30:07,556 --> 00:30:09,808 Well, those napkins need going on the table, 554 00:30:09,975 --> 00:30:12,853 but take your coat off first 555 00:30:13,020 --> 00:30:14,938 and will you call me Aud? 556 00:30:15,105 --> 00:30:16,898 You've known me long enough. 557 00:30:17,065 --> 00:30:19,651 I can't believe what you've pulled off here, Aud. 558 00:30:19,818 --> 00:30:21,445 If it were me, I'd have told Tris 559 00:30:21,611 --> 00:30:22,779 he could have a cold buffet and count himself lucky. 560 00:30:22,946 --> 00:30:24,823 Oh, the cooking's no trouble. 561 00:30:24,990 --> 00:30:27,284 All the other madness. 562 00:30:27,451 --> 00:30:30,495 Siegfried up to his usual tricks, is he? 563 00:30:30,662 --> 00:30:34,374 - [Audrey] He's been very nice. - Hm. 564 00:30:34,541 --> 00:30:37,711 He even let Tristan drive the Rover. 565 00:30:37,878 --> 00:30:39,629 That's not like him. 566 00:30:39,796 --> 00:30:43,592 Well, no, I think Tristan's finding it quite unnerving. 567 00:30:43,759 --> 00:30:45,677 To be honest, we all are. 568 00:30:45,844 --> 00:30:48,638 James says Tris is doing well though. 569 00:30:48,805 --> 00:30:50,140 So far so good. 570 00:30:50,307 --> 00:30:51,850 He reckons it'd mean you could make some changes 571 00:30:52,017 --> 00:30:53,935 - round here. - Seems so. 572 00:30:54,102 --> 00:30:57,147 I think he got used to the easy life in Glasgow. 573 00:30:57,314 --> 00:30:59,107 To be honest, I'm half surprised he ever came back. 574 00:30:59,274 --> 00:31:01,568 Well, I think his mother was certainly keen 575 00:31:01,735 --> 00:31:03,737 for him to accept the permanent position. 576 00:31:06,531 --> 00:31:08,241 Did they offer him one? 577 00:31:08,408 --> 00:31:12,621 [soft orchestral music] 578 00:31:12,788 --> 00:31:16,708 Apparently, I don't know all the details. 579 00:31:21,213 --> 00:31:24,383 Right, he didn't say anything. 580 00:31:24,549 --> 00:31:25,634 Did he not? 581 00:31:27,094 --> 00:31:28,595 Now I think we're just about ready, 582 00:31:28,762 --> 00:31:32,724 though with that blessed Labrador 583 00:31:32,891 --> 00:31:35,477 just hoping I haven't put peas in the blancmange. 584 00:31:37,312 --> 00:31:40,649 [soft orchestral music] 585 00:31:45,862 --> 00:31:47,072 Good feeling, isn't it? 586 00:31:48,031 --> 00:31:49,157 Yeah, it really is. 587 00:31:50,325 --> 00:31:51,535 First calf. 588 00:31:52,536 --> 00:31:54,079 And I didn't mess it up. 589 00:31:56,081 --> 00:31:59,501 [melodic orchestral music] 590 00:32:02,963 --> 00:32:06,383 [geese honking] 591 00:32:06,550 --> 00:32:09,511 Thanks again, Mr. Farnon. 592 00:32:09,678 --> 00:32:11,805 - You take care now. - Yeah, will do. [groaning] 593 00:32:11,972 --> 00:32:14,182 Good evening, Mr. Dobson. 594 00:32:14,349 --> 00:32:16,059 [car door thudding] 595 00:32:16,226 --> 00:32:18,353 Are you sure you'll be alright driving with that shoulder? 596 00:32:18,520 --> 00:32:20,605 We can easily leave the Rover and we can. 597 00:32:21,815 --> 00:32:25,652 [melodic orchestral music] 598 00:32:25,819 --> 00:32:26,862 You bugger! 599 00:32:27,904 --> 00:32:30,490 [Tristan laughing] 600 00:32:30,657 --> 00:32:32,200 You were putting that on? 601 00:32:32,367 --> 00:32:33,994 Ssh! 602 00:32:34,161 --> 00:32:36,037 Got to admit it was an inspired performance. 603 00:32:36,204 --> 00:32:38,290 [laughs] I'll tell you something, 604 00:32:38,457 --> 00:32:41,543 Siegfried is going to get a glowing report from Mr. Dobson. 605 00:32:41,710 --> 00:32:43,211 Yeah, I suppose. 606 00:32:44,880 --> 00:32:48,133 Siegfried really is proud of you, you know. 607 00:32:48,300 --> 00:32:51,428 No, he's not, but maybe after today, 608 00:32:51,595 --> 00:32:53,680 he might stop thinking I'm a hopeless case. 609 00:32:54,931 --> 00:32:58,310 [soft orchestral music] 610 00:33:00,479 --> 00:33:03,648 [birds chirping] 611 00:33:03,815 --> 00:33:06,193 [door clicking open] 612 00:33:06,359 --> 00:33:08,778 - [door thudding] - Helen, you're here. 613 00:33:08,945 --> 00:33:11,823 Oh, happy birthday, Tris, James. 614 00:33:11,990 --> 00:33:13,783 Hello there. 615 00:33:13,950 --> 00:33:16,203 Ah, have you seen Siegfried? 616 00:33:16,369 --> 00:33:19,498 He said something about a telephone call from Mr. Dobson. 617 00:33:21,041 --> 00:33:22,626 Right. 618 00:33:22,792 --> 00:33:24,044 I'd better go change. 619 00:33:25,337 --> 00:33:28,131 - Everything okay? - Hm-mm. 620 00:33:29,508 --> 00:33:30,759 I should take these through. 621 00:33:32,594 --> 00:33:35,514 [Siegfried] No, that's very helpful, Mr. Dobson. 622 00:33:35,680 --> 00:33:38,683 - Thank you, yes and you. - [receiver clattering] 623 00:33:38,850 --> 00:33:40,268 S-Siegfried! 624 00:33:40,435 --> 00:33:41,561 Everything alright? 625 00:33:41,728 --> 00:33:43,522 Shouldn't I be asking you that? 626 00:33:43,688 --> 00:33:48,360 Right, yes, all good, one calf delivered safe and sound. 627 00:33:48,527 --> 00:33:49,611 As one would hope. 628 00:33:50,737 --> 00:33:52,989 [doorbell ringing] 629 00:33:53,156 --> 00:33:54,491 Well, go on then, get yourself dressed, 630 00:33:54,658 --> 00:33:56,326 you've guests arriving. 631 00:33:56,493 --> 00:33:57,452 I just thought you might want to- 632 00:33:57,619 --> 00:33:59,454 I'll get it then, shall 1? 633 00:33:59,621 --> 00:34:02,040 Yes, no, I should. 634 00:34:05,335 --> 00:34:06,670 - [door clicking open] - Mrs. Brompton. 635 00:34:06,836 --> 00:34:10,090 Hello, thank you. 636 00:34:10,257 --> 00:34:12,717 - [door thudding] - I do hope I'm not too early. 637 00:34:12,884 --> 00:34:14,094 Not at all, you're right on time. 638 00:34:14,261 --> 00:34:15,220 [Siegfried] Diana. 639 00:34:16,429 --> 00:34:18,223 Siegfried. 640 00:34:18,390 --> 00:34:20,559 - My, how dashing you look. - Thank you. 641 00:34:20,725 --> 00:34:22,310 A spot of Blue Ruin 642 00:34:22,477 --> 00:34:24,896 for when you boys huddle up with your port. 643 00:34:25,063 --> 00:34:28,692 No need for me and Mrs. Hall to miss out, don't you agree? 644 00:34:28,858 --> 00:34:30,235 Very kind of you, I'm sure. 645 00:34:30,402 --> 00:34:31,861 - [doorbell ringing] - Come in. 646 00:34:32,946 --> 00:34:34,739 So where's the birthday boy? 647 00:34:34,906 --> 00:34:37,993 I hope changing into less odoriferous attire. 648 00:34:38,159 --> 00:34:41,204 [laughs] Siegfried, you are dreadful. 649 00:34:41,371 --> 00:34:44,040 [door clicking open] 650 00:34:44,207 --> 00:34:45,333 Good evening. 651 00:34:46,501 --> 00:34:48,003 Margot Sebright Saunders. 652 00:34:51,172 --> 00:34:53,341 Tristan did say to come at 7:30. 653 00:34:53,508 --> 00:34:55,844 Yes, of course, please do come in. 654 00:34:56,011 --> 00:34:57,345 [Margot] Thank you. 655 00:35:00,599 --> 00:35:03,143 [Siegfried] And she said, "Not much of a jumper, 656 00:35:03,310 --> 00:35:04,811 - a one-legged dog." - [door thudding] 657 00:35:04,978 --> 00:35:06,855 So lovely to finally meet you, Mrs. Farnon, 658 00:35:07,022 --> 00:35:09,399 - these are for you. - Oh, no, I'm not- 659 00:35:09,566 --> 00:35:11,318 Siegfried, honestly, 660 00:35:11,484 --> 00:35:13,403 is there something you haven't told me? 661 00:35:14,362 --> 00:35:16,740 I'm Mrs. Hall, the housekeeper. 662 00:35:16,906 --> 00:35:20,535 Oh, I'm so sorry. Er, should I... 663 00:35:22,078 --> 00:35:23,496 I'll just put these in water. 664 00:35:25,206 --> 00:35:28,126 Margot, do come in. 665 00:35:28,293 --> 00:35:33,381 Now then ladies, if this Amontillado is too dry for you, 666 00:35:33,548 --> 00:35:35,383 I do have something sweeter. 667 00:35:35,550 --> 00:35:37,636 Oh, I think we're sweet enough already, don't you, Margot? 668 00:35:37,802 --> 00:35:39,929 Oh, yes, absolutely. 669 00:35:40,096 --> 00:35:41,848 [Siegfried] Oh, Helen, I believe you know 670 00:35:42,015 --> 00:35:45,769 - Miss Sebright Saunders. - Helen, so lovely to see you. 671 00:35:45,935 --> 00:35:47,354 Margot, how are you? 672 00:35:47,520 --> 00:35:49,981 Oh, I'm perfectly fine, but how are you? 673 00:35:50,148 --> 00:35:54,152 I was simply devastated about you and Hugh, we all were. 674 00:35:56,529 --> 00:35:58,490 Oh, well, that's very kind of you. 675 00:35:58,657 --> 00:36:01,785 I'm so glad to see you out and about despite everything. 676 00:36:03,119 --> 00:36:04,537 Right, here we are. 677 00:36:04,704 --> 00:36:06,206 Thank you. 678 00:36:06,373 --> 00:36:09,167 [background melodic music] 679 00:36:09,334 --> 00:36:11,586 What's all that about? 680 00:36:11,753 --> 00:36:13,880 Oh, Margot was an old pal of Hugh's, 681 00:36:14,047 --> 00:36:15,507 family friends or what have you. 682 00:36:15,674 --> 00:36:17,175 You didn't think to mention that before? 683 00:36:17,342 --> 00:36:18,301 Has he said anything to you? 684 00:36:18,468 --> 00:36:20,303 Who? 685 00:36:20,470 --> 00:36:22,389 Siegfried, I know he's spoken to Dobson on the phone. 686 00:36:22,555 --> 00:36:23,932 If he thinks I've botched it somehow, 687 00:36:24,099 --> 00:36:26,434 why doesn't he just say something? 688 00:36:26,601 --> 00:36:30,772 If you'd all like to come through, dinner is served. 689 00:36:30,939 --> 00:36:34,651 [background melodic music] 690 00:36:36,986 --> 00:36:40,156 Siegfried, shouldn't Tristan be at the head of the table? 691 00:36:40,323 --> 00:36:41,700 What? 692 00:36:41,866 --> 00:36:44,577 Um, yes, quite right, silly of me, um. 693 00:36:44,744 --> 00:36:46,538 - I don't know. - It's your birthday, 694 00:36:46,705 --> 00:36:48,039 it's only proper. 695 00:36:48,206 --> 00:36:50,208 James, how do we, how do we do this? 696 00:36:51,418 --> 00:36:52,544 Um... 697 00:36:52,711 --> 00:36:53,878 Well, I, um... 698 00:36:54,045 --> 00:36:55,797 Why don't you two swap? 699 00:36:55,964 --> 00:37:00,885 Hm, yes, of course, thank you, Mrs. Hall, very sensible. 700 00:37:07,642 --> 00:37:11,396 [Mrs. Hall clearing throat] 701 00:37:14,232 --> 00:37:18,319 So Margot, how's that bay mare of your father's? 702 00:37:18,486 --> 00:37:20,947 Will he be entering her on the Northwest Circuit? 703 00:37:21,114 --> 00:37:23,908 I should think so, she's showing excellent form. 704 00:37:24,075 --> 00:37:25,869 I look forward to seeing her in action. 705 00:37:26,035 --> 00:37:28,955 Well, she'll be up against the Holton's new gelding. 706 00:37:29,122 --> 00:37:32,292 He's having a pretty good season. 707 00:37:32,459 --> 00:37:35,211 Just a shame Hugh's missing all the events. 708 00:37:36,588 --> 00:37:37,547 Who's this? 709 00:37:37,714 --> 00:37:38,923 Ah, Hugh Holton. 710 00:37:39,090 --> 00:37:40,884 Oh. 711 00:37:41,050 --> 00:37:42,677 I keep telling him he should just come back from France. 712 00:37:42,844 --> 00:37:44,679 I'm sure he's having a fine, old time. 713 00:37:44,846 --> 00:37:46,556 I doubt it. 714 00:37:46,723 --> 00:37:49,851 He said he felt too ashamed to show his face in Darrowby, 715 00:37:50,018 --> 00:37:53,313 though what he's got to be ashamed of, I really don't know. 716 00:37:53,480 --> 00:37:55,732 Hugh has nothing to be ashamed of, 717 00:37:55,899 --> 00:37:57,400 but I had to be honest with him. 718 00:37:58,818 --> 00:38:00,320 The longer I let it go on, 719 00:38:00,487 --> 00:38:01,821 the worse it would have got for both of us. 720 00:38:01,988 --> 00:38:04,240 I agree, far better to make a clean break, 721 00:38:04,407 --> 00:38:06,034 no point in prolonging the agony. 722 00:38:08,870 --> 00:38:10,121 I suppose not. 723 00:38:18,296 --> 00:38:22,258 You know, Mrs. Hall, this soup is absolutely first rate. 724 00:38:22,425 --> 00:38:24,427 - [all agreeing] - Best one yet, Mrs. H. 725 00:38:24,594 --> 00:38:27,972 [Audrey] Oh, it was no bother at all. 726 00:38:28,139 --> 00:38:30,016 [background cheerful music] 727 00:38:30,183 --> 00:38:32,101 [Siegfried] No, that's going in the pantry. 728 00:38:32,268 --> 00:38:35,730 - [Diana laughing] - [all chattering] 729 00:38:35,897 --> 00:38:37,524 Especially for you, Tris. 730 00:38:37,690 --> 00:38:39,484 Oh, good choice, James. 731 00:38:39,651 --> 00:38:41,110 [all chattering] 732 00:38:41,277 --> 00:38:42,821 Oh, gather over here, boy. 733 00:38:42,987 --> 00:38:44,447 [spoon tapping glass] 734 00:38:44,614 --> 00:38:46,324 If I might have your attention for a moment, 735 00:38:46,491 --> 00:38:47,492 ladies and gentlemen. 736 00:38:48,451 --> 00:38:50,495 First of all, Mrs. Hall, 737 00:38:50,662 --> 00:38:53,414 thank you for making such a delicious meal 738 00:38:53,581 --> 00:38:56,292 and beef of which Wellington would be proud. 739 00:38:56,459 --> 00:38:57,794 - [all laughing] - Hear, hear. 740 00:38:57,961 --> 00:39:00,171 - Hear, hear. - Now, as some of you know, 741 00:39:00,338 --> 00:39:02,465 today was not only my brother's birthday, 742 00:39:02,632 --> 00:39:05,844 it was also his first day out on call as lead vet. 743 00:39:06,010 --> 00:39:08,555 - Goodness, how exciting. - [Tristan laughing] 744 00:39:08,721 --> 00:39:10,974 Now to say that I had my reservations- 745 00:39:11,140 --> 00:39:12,642 Ah, would be putting it mildly. 746 00:39:12,809 --> 00:39:14,143 [all laughing] 747 00:39:14,310 --> 00:39:16,354 And I admit, I thought it prudent 748 00:39:16,521 --> 00:39:19,607 to keep a close eye on his progress throughout the day. 749 00:39:19,774 --> 00:39:24,070 Having said all that, to my surprise 750 00:39:24,237 --> 00:39:28,324 and dare I say it delight, 751 00:39:28,491 --> 00:39:33,121 the reports of his work have been uniformly excellent. 752 00:39:36,499 --> 00:39:38,418 So a toast... 753 00:39:38,585 --> 00:39:40,253 to Tristan, 754 00:39:40,420 --> 00:39:44,340 many happy returns and my heartfelt congratulations. 755 00:39:46,342 --> 00:39:47,677 [All] To Tristan. 756 00:39:52,765 --> 00:39:54,559 Well done. 757 00:39:54,726 --> 00:39:58,271 [background cheerful music] 758 00:40:01,941 --> 00:40:04,360 That was lovely. 759 00:40:04,527 --> 00:40:06,946 You sound almost like the proud father. 760 00:40:07,113 --> 00:40:11,784 Yes, well, I suppose in a way, that's how I feel. 761 00:40:11,951 --> 00:40:13,161 - [Bonnie whining softly] - Oh. 762 00:40:13,328 --> 00:40:14,954 Oh, good heavens, what's that? 763 00:40:15,121 --> 00:40:17,040 Oh, it's fine, she'll calm down in a minute. 764 00:40:17,206 --> 00:40:18,917 Sounds like something's in pain. 765 00:40:19,083 --> 00:40:20,793 I almost wonder if it might be 766 00:40:20,960 --> 00:40:22,420 - a postoperative complication. - It's not a complication, 767 00:40:22,587 --> 00:40:24,339 she just doesn't like being on her own. 768 00:40:24,505 --> 00:40:25,924 I'll let her out as soon as we finish. 769 00:40:26,090 --> 00:40:27,550 I'd be more than happy to take a look. 770 00:40:27,717 --> 00:40:28,968 I've already examined her thoroughly, thank you. 771 00:40:29,135 --> 00:40:31,512 You know, Siegfried, the thing I realized today 772 00:40:31,679 --> 00:40:33,222 is it doesn't matter how good a vet you are, 773 00:40:33,389 --> 00:40:34,766 people only respect you, 774 00:40:34,933 --> 00:40:37,101 once they see you putting in the hard graft. 775 00:40:37,268 --> 00:40:38,811 Well, no one could fault you there, Tris. 776 00:40:38,978 --> 00:40:40,229 No, because at the end of the day, 777 00:40:40,396 --> 00:40:42,106 I'm not afraid to go the extra mile, 778 00:40:42,273 --> 00:40:44,442 - if that's what it takes. - You certainly went all out. 779 00:40:44,609 --> 00:40:47,403 If it's sweat and tears they want, I'll give it to them. 780 00:40:49,364 --> 00:40:50,657 If you've done anything 781 00:40:50,823 --> 00:40:52,742 to embarrass this practice, Tristan. 782 00:40:52,909 --> 00:40:55,203 No, no, not at all, no. 783 00:40:55,370 --> 00:40:58,373 I mean, I may have exaggerated the effort involved a little. 784 00:40:58,539 --> 00:41:01,167 No, really? [laughs] 785 00:41:01,334 --> 00:41:03,461 [laughs] A few well-placed groans, 786 00:41:03,628 --> 00:41:05,546 some unnecessarily straining sinews 787 00:41:05,713 --> 00:41:07,006 and the final howl of pain. 788 00:41:07,173 --> 00:41:08,466 [all laughing] 789 00:41:08,633 --> 00:41:10,051 - Goodness! - Yes. 790 00:41:10,218 --> 00:41:11,636 The final what? 791 00:41:11,803 --> 00:41:13,221 Ah, I may have gotten slightly carried away, 792 00:41:13,388 --> 00:41:15,098 but it had the desired effect. 793 00:41:16,224 --> 00:41:17,934 What is wrong with you? 794 00:41:18,101 --> 00:41:20,728 For God's sake, after that fiasco with the chickens, 795 00:41:20,895 --> 00:41:23,272 I thought you'd finally come to your senses. 796 00:41:23,439 --> 00:41:24,691 Yeah, and I have absolutely. 797 00:41:24,857 --> 00:41:26,442 I thought you'd finally started 798 00:41:26,609 --> 00:41:28,027 to take responsibility for your actions. 799 00:41:28,194 --> 00:41:29,904 Complete responsibility, totally, 800 00:41:30,071 --> 00:41:31,698 but fair's fair, old chap, 801 00:41:31,864 --> 00:41:33,491 you're hardly averse to putting on a show yourself. 802 00:41:33,658 --> 00:41:36,411 I would never resort to play acting and tomfoolery. 803 00:41:36,577 --> 00:41:39,038 Oh, come off it, you and your purple powder 804 00:41:39,205 --> 00:41:42,125 blinding the great unwashed with the magic of science. 805 00:41:42,291 --> 00:41:43,835 - That is entirely different. - I don't see how. 806 00:41:44,002 --> 00:41:45,670 Because I know what I'm doing! 807 00:41:45,837 --> 00:41:48,631 - Yes, well, so do I. - I seriously doubt that. 808 00:41:48,798 --> 00:41:50,133 Well, I've got the qualifications to prove it. 809 00:41:50,299 --> 00:41:51,426 Oh, so you think. 810 00:41:56,973 --> 00:41:58,683 Wait, what? 811 00:41:58,850 --> 00:42:02,186 [soft orchestral music] 812 00:42:09,360 --> 00:42:11,070 Why don't we all go through, everyone? 813 00:42:11,237 --> 00:42:13,740 I can make us some drinks and see to that dog. 814 00:42:23,833 --> 00:42:25,084 [door thudding] 815 00:42:25,251 --> 00:42:28,421 Are you saying I didn't pass? 816 00:42:28,588 --> 00:42:31,966 [soft orchestral music] 817 00:42:37,055 --> 00:42:40,892 You told me that I'd passed, you said categorically- 818 00:42:41,059 --> 00:42:42,643 I know, I may have 819 00:42:44,062 --> 00:42:45,980 omitted one or two of the finer details. 820 00:42:46,147 --> 00:42:47,815 So I didn't pass? 821 00:42:47,982 --> 00:42:50,651 You narrowly missed the mark on one paper, parasitology, 822 00:42:50,818 --> 00:42:52,236 but really in the great scheme of things, 823 00:42:52,403 --> 00:42:54,947 just a tiny, white lie. 824 00:42:55,114 --> 00:42:57,533 You're not serious? 825 00:42:57,700 --> 00:43:01,079 You tried so hard and I knew how disappointed you'd be, 826 00:43:01,245 --> 00:43:04,123 so I just, I bent the truth a little. 827 00:43:06,042 --> 00:43:08,419 You let me think I was qualified, when I wasn't 828 00:43:09,587 --> 00:43:11,089 and then you let me carry on 829 00:43:11,255 --> 00:43:13,174 showing off like a complete idiot, 830 00:43:13,341 --> 00:43:15,510 all this time, I've been a total laughing stock. 831 00:43:15,676 --> 00:43:17,678 Oh, for God's sake, you'd already wasted so much time 832 00:43:17,845 --> 00:43:19,972 on those blasted exams, I thought you'd be better off 833 00:43:20,139 --> 00:43:22,350 getting out there, getting your hands dirty 834 00:43:22,517 --> 00:43:23,893 and I've been proven right, haven't 1? 835 00:43:24,060 --> 00:43:26,145 I don't believe you, 836 00:43:26,312 --> 00:43:28,523 even now, you can't admit that you're in the wrong. 837 00:43:28,689 --> 00:43:30,775 See, I don't see that I am necessarily. 838 00:43:30,942 --> 00:43:32,443 Oh, well, there's a surprise. 839 00:43:34,403 --> 00:43:37,740 [door clicking open] 840 00:43:37,907 --> 00:43:39,742 [door thudding] 841 00:43:39,909 --> 00:43:42,703 [soft orchestral music] 842 00:43:42,870 --> 00:43:45,748 [sighs] Well, thank you so much for dinner. 843 00:43:47,375 --> 00:43:49,627 It was very nice to meet you. 844 00:43:49,794 --> 00:43:52,797 Only Tristan did say he would drive me home. 845 00:43:52,964 --> 00:43:54,006 - Oh. - Not to worry, 846 00:43:54,173 --> 00:43:55,424 I can give you a lift, Margot. 847 00:43:55,591 --> 00:43:57,093 That's awfully kind of you. 848 00:43:59,637 --> 00:44:01,013 I'm sorry about all this. 849 00:44:01,180 --> 00:44:03,182 Please don't apologize. 850 00:44:03,349 --> 00:44:05,852 Dinner and a show, who could ask for more? 851 00:44:06,018 --> 00:44:08,229 We shall have to have that gin another time. 852 00:44:12,191 --> 00:44:13,609 Helen. 853 00:44:13,776 --> 00:44:15,444 [door clicking open] 854 00:44:15,611 --> 00:44:17,155 I'm sorry. 855 00:44:17,321 --> 00:44:18,781 I appreciate now, 856 00:44:18,948 --> 00:44:21,159 that it can't have been easy for you either. 857 00:44:21,325 --> 00:44:23,703 It's fine, Margot, really. 858 00:44:23,870 --> 00:44:27,832 Well, I hope you'll both be very happy. 859 00:44:29,792 --> 00:44:32,086 [Diana] Come on, Margot! 860 00:44:34,463 --> 00:44:38,301 - Goodnight, ladies. - [door thudding] 861 00:44:39,886 --> 00:44:41,429 You sure I can't help you tidy up? 862 00:44:41,596 --> 00:44:44,724 Oh, I think a discrete exit's probably best. 863 00:44:46,517 --> 00:44:48,311 - Thanks for this. - Enjoy. 864 00:44:48,477 --> 00:44:50,897 [Helen] My dad loves a doggy bag. 865 00:44:52,565 --> 00:44:55,651 [door clicking open] 866 00:44:57,069 --> 00:44:58,988 [door thudding] 867 00:44:59,155 --> 00:45:02,783 [Mrs. Hall breathing deeply] 868 00:45:10,708 --> 00:45:14,045 [footsteps approaching] 869 00:45:24,805 --> 00:45:27,642 I made you some blancmange. 870 00:45:27,808 --> 00:45:30,186 I'm sticking to liquids, thanks all the same. 871 00:45:33,272 --> 00:45:34,690 - Tris. - Did you know? 872 00:45:43,199 --> 00:45:45,284 Why didn't you tell me? 873 00:45:45,451 --> 00:45:46,535 I'm so sorry. 874 00:45:49,664 --> 00:45:50,831 I only found out later 875 00:45:53,000 --> 00:45:55,920 and your brother's intentions weren't bad, 876 00:45:57,421 --> 00:45:59,840 even if perhaps his methods were. 877 00:46:03,427 --> 00:46:06,389 Didn't even buy the bag, did he? 878 00:46:06,555 --> 00:46:08,391 He was still the one who paid for it. 879 00:46:12,895 --> 00:46:15,940 You have no idea 880 00:46:16,107 --> 00:46:17,900 how much he cares for you 881 00:46:19,986 --> 00:46:21,612 and worries about you. 882 00:46:24,156 --> 00:46:26,492 - It's just hard for him. - Hard for him? 883 00:46:28,953 --> 00:46:30,037 That's rich. 884 00:46:38,796 --> 00:46:41,799 I am truly sorry. 885 00:46:41,966 --> 00:46:45,845 [melancholic orchestral music] 886 00:47:18,044 --> 00:47:20,296 Just couldn't have gone any worse, if it tried. 887 00:47:21,505 --> 00:47:22,548 Poor Tris. 888 00:47:22,715 --> 00:47:24,425 Did you know about his exams? 889 00:47:24,592 --> 00:47:27,595 I had no idea, Siegfried's outdone himself this time. 890 00:47:27,762 --> 00:47:29,305 I mean, I'm sure he meant well, but- 891 00:47:29,472 --> 00:47:31,932 But the road to hell is paved with good intentions. 892 00:47:37,146 --> 00:47:38,439 So what will it mean for the practice, 893 00:47:38,606 --> 00:47:40,858 if Tris isn't stepping up? 894 00:47:41,025 --> 00:47:43,611 Well, I suppose any modernization will have to wait. 895 00:47:49,950 --> 00:47:53,454 Helen, there's something I need to talk to you about. 896 00:47:53,621 --> 00:47:55,706 - It's about Glasgow. - They offered you a job. 897 00:47:57,458 --> 00:47:59,585 - How did you- - Audrey thought I knew. 898 00:48:02,338 --> 00:48:04,090 Right. 899 00:48:04,256 --> 00:48:06,675 I'm so sorry, I've been wanting to tell you. 900 00:48:08,552 --> 00:48:10,096 Are you considering it? 901 00:48:13,307 --> 00:48:14,600 I see. 902 00:48:14,767 --> 00:48:17,353 It's not... 903 00:48:17,520 --> 00:48:20,731 The chap I was covering for is leaving, 904 00:48:20,898 --> 00:48:24,276 so they need to replace him and well, Bill told my mum 905 00:48:24,443 --> 00:48:27,113 and next thing I know, she'd told him I'd taken the job. 906 00:48:28,239 --> 00:48:29,198 Right, 907 00:48:30,282 --> 00:48:31,492 and are you? 908 00:48:31,659 --> 00:48:33,452 No, I... 909 00:48:33,619 --> 00:48:35,454 I don't know, I need to make a decision, 910 00:48:35,621 --> 00:48:38,249 but whatever I decide, I'll be letting people down. 911 00:48:38,416 --> 00:48:41,085 Oh, James, why didn't you say something? 912 00:48:41,252 --> 00:48:44,964 I didn't want you to feel like I was putting pressure on you. 913 00:48:45,131 --> 00:48:46,799 How do you mean? 914 00:48:49,593 --> 00:48:50,928 Helen, 915 00:48:52,596 --> 00:48:53,806 I want to be with you 916 00:48:57,685 --> 00:49:01,147 and that means staying in Darrowby and I love it here, 917 00:49:01,313 --> 00:49:04,525 I do, the place, the work, the people, 918 00:49:06,444 --> 00:49:07,653 but if I stay-- 919 00:49:07,820 --> 00:49:09,780 You'll break your mother's heart. 920 00:49:14,160 --> 00:49:15,995 They've given up so much for me. 921 00:49:19,582 --> 00:49:21,375 I don't know what I'm going to do. 922 00:49:24,670 --> 00:49:26,088 Well then, we'll just have to 923 00:49:26,255 --> 00:49:28,591 work something out, won't we? 924 00:49:28,757 --> 00:49:32,136 [soft orchestral music] 925 00:49:40,561 --> 00:49:43,647 Stay for another brew. 926 00:49:43,814 --> 00:49:47,735 I'd love to, but I'd better get back and check on Tris. 927 00:49:55,826 --> 00:49:58,871 [door clicking open] 928 00:50:01,540 --> 00:50:04,251 [fire crackling] 929 00:50:07,630 --> 00:50:09,131 Have the others turned in? 930 00:50:13,552 --> 00:50:15,721 Are you alright? 931 00:50:15,888 --> 00:50:20,226 Just dandy, I mean, I've been publicly humiliated, 932 00:50:20,392 --> 00:50:22,394 - shown up as a laughing stock. - Tris. 933 00:50:22,561 --> 00:50:25,814 But I'm exacting my revenge with a very fine malt. 934 00:50:27,608 --> 00:50:29,944 Is that Siegfried's special bottle? 935 00:50:30,110 --> 00:50:31,195 Certainly was. 936 00:50:32,279 --> 00:50:33,239 Here. 937 00:50:34,698 --> 00:50:35,866 Come on. 938 00:50:37,576 --> 00:50:39,537 Misery loves company and all that. 939 00:50:43,707 --> 00:50:45,876 Would it have made a difference, 940 00:50:46,043 --> 00:50:47,586 if you'd found out sooner? 941 00:50:47,753 --> 00:50:51,131 What, that I'm a complete failure? 942 00:50:51,298 --> 00:50:54,176 I don't know, maybe ignorance was bliss. 943 00:50:54,343 --> 00:50:57,388 There are plenty of fine vets with no qualifications. 944 00:50:59,473 --> 00:51:03,269 You know you can do the work, that's what matters. 945 00:51:06,063 --> 00:51:07,940 [soft orchestral music] 946 00:51:08,107 --> 00:51:11,902 - Come on. - Where are we going? 947 00:51:12,069 --> 00:51:15,990 Unless I'm mistaken, it's still my birthday, 948 00:51:16,156 --> 00:51:18,450 so I say we go and get blasted at the Drovers. 949 00:51:18,617 --> 00:51:19,535 All right then. 950 00:51:19,702 --> 00:51:22,162 And bring the whiskey. 951 00:51:22,329 --> 00:51:25,082 You know, we should've just gone to the bloody pub 952 00:51:25,249 --> 00:51:26,375 - in the first place. - [Tristan laughing] 953 00:51:26,542 --> 00:51:29,044 [door clicking open] 954 00:51:29,211 --> 00:51:30,462 [door thudding] 955 00:51:30,629 --> 00:51:34,300 [melodic orchestral music]