1 00:00:02,502 --> 00:00:04,037 - I consider Adam my brother. 2 00:00:04,071 --> 00:00:05,581 - He is so hostile towards you. 3 00:00:05,614 --> 00:00:07,507 - Adam is hostile toward everyone. 4 00:00:07,674 --> 00:00:08,642 Don't you even want to see her try? 5 00:00:08,675 --> 00:00:11,086 - I've seen enough people quit in my lifetime 6 00:00:11,119 --> 00:00:13,005 without witnessing the same thing again. 7 00:00:13,038 --> 00:00:14,214 - I think she'll surprise you. 8 00:00:14,248 --> 00:00:16,466 - I am attempting to find my place here 9 00:00:16,500 --> 00:00:20,020 and claim a degree of equanimity with my new husband. 10 00:00:20,153 --> 00:00:21,605 - I am for Hawick in the morning. 11 00:00:21,872 --> 00:00:23,473 - Is something the matter with Harry? 12 00:00:23,507 --> 00:00:24,558 - He's taken exceedingly ill 13 00:00:24,591 --> 00:00:26,310 at an inn between here and Hawick. 14 00:00:26,343 --> 00:00:27,352 - What are you intending to do? 15 00:00:27,386 --> 00:00:29,363 - Go retrieve him, of course. 16 00:00:29,830 --> 00:00:32,441 Why did you not allow a physician to be summoned? 17 00:00:32,474 --> 00:00:34,568 This gentleman is clearly ill. 18 00:00:34,601 --> 00:00:36,370 - I ain't running a charity, guv. 19 00:00:36,570 --> 00:00:39,414 Here's hoping we can do business again in the future. 20 00:00:40,190 --> 00:00:41,199 - We will. 21 00:00:41,233 --> 00:00:43,327 - He is so confusing. 22 00:00:43,360 --> 00:00:46,046 - All part of his charm, Persephone. 23 00:00:46,179 --> 00:00:48,040 - What in the blazes is wrong with me? 24 00:00:48,073 --> 00:00:49,508 This has arrived for you as well. 25 00:00:50,200 --> 00:00:51,218 Persephone? 26 00:00:51,552 --> 00:00:53,220 - Evander is dead. 27 00:00:54,371 --> 00:00:58,225 (gentle instrumental music) 28 00:01:03,380 --> 00:01:05,182 - Harry was as impertinent as ever 29 00:01:05,215 --> 00:01:07,109 when I saw him an hour or so ago. 30 00:01:07,676 --> 00:01:10,404 Take that as an indication that he is recovering. 31 00:01:14,266 --> 00:01:17,152 - I received a letter from my sister today. 32 00:01:17,185 --> 00:01:18,362 - Which one? 33 00:01:18,395 --> 00:01:20,113 - Artemis. 34 00:01:20,147 --> 00:01:21,164 - The youngest? 35 00:01:22,566 --> 00:01:23,584 - Yes. 36 00:01:26,570 --> 00:01:28,622 She dislikes her governess, 37 00:01:28,655 --> 00:01:31,291 but not for any legitimate reason. 38 00:01:31,325 --> 00:01:32,426 She feels weighed down 39 00:01:32,459 --> 00:01:35,137 by the continued state of mourning around the house. 40 00:01:35,904 --> 00:01:40,559 And she has asked, again, to be able to come here to visit. 41 00:01:46,423 --> 00:01:48,150 I suggested spring or summer. 42 00:01:54,348 --> 00:01:56,575 Of course, nothing has actually been planned. 43 00:01:59,269 --> 00:02:01,455 - We'll have to go to London in the spring. 44 00:02:01,922 --> 00:02:05,409 After enduring Society and the Season, 45 00:02:05,442 --> 00:02:07,711 it will be good to return here where it's quiet. 46 00:02:11,698 --> 00:02:12,716 - Yes. 47 00:02:14,618 --> 00:02:16,511 It is decidedly quiet. 48 00:02:22,709 --> 00:02:25,395 (tender music) 49 00:02:36,723 --> 00:02:38,442 - How are you feeling? 50 00:02:38,475 --> 00:02:40,911 - Mm, much improved. 51 00:02:42,187 --> 00:02:43,697 Being away from the Boar and Dagger 52 00:02:43,730 --> 00:02:46,158 has contributed greatly to my welfare. 53 00:02:46,191 --> 00:02:47,159 - Then you'll be pleased to know 54 00:02:47,192 --> 00:02:50,245 it will not be a source of misery any longer. 55 00:02:50,278 --> 00:02:52,547 It is to be shuttered immediately. 56 00:02:56,493 --> 00:02:58,295 - Shuttered? - Mm. 57 00:02:58,328 --> 00:03:00,172 A closer look at Smith's history and practices 58 00:03:00,205 --> 00:03:02,349 made closing the place absolutely necessary. 59 00:03:02,883 --> 00:03:06,636 Any man who would withhold food, warmth, medical aid, 60 00:03:06,670 --> 00:03:07,721 even the ability to send for help 61 00:03:07,754 --> 00:03:09,222 when a person is in distress, 62 00:03:09,256 --> 00:03:11,725 and has done so time and again, 63 00:03:11,758 --> 00:03:13,402 ought not be running an inn. 64 00:03:14,636 --> 00:03:15,654 - Mm. 65 00:03:17,347 --> 00:03:19,950 First you rush to my rescue, 66 00:03:21,685 --> 00:03:24,246 then you vanquish the villain who tortured me. 67 00:03:25,689 --> 00:03:26,790 Watch yourself, Adam. 68 00:03:31,403 --> 00:03:33,538 People will begin to think you care. 69 00:03:33,572 --> 00:03:35,248 - Shut up, Harry. 70 00:03:35,282 --> 00:03:37,676 (Harry laughs) 71 00:03:39,369 --> 00:03:41,671 (birds chirping) 72 00:03:41,705 --> 00:03:44,674 (Pointer chattering indistinctly) 73 00:03:44,708 --> 00:03:47,677 Barton! 74 00:03:47,711 --> 00:03:50,730 What is that infernal noise? 75 00:03:52,257 --> 00:03:53,517 - I believe that would be described 76 00:03:53,550 --> 00:03:55,560 as lively conversation, Your Grace. 77 00:03:55,594 --> 00:04:00,315 - And who is responsible for such lively conversation? 78 00:04:00,348 --> 00:04:02,442 - (clears throat) Mrs. Pointer. 79 00:04:02,476 --> 00:04:04,236 - No doubt the vicar is here as well. 80 00:04:04,269 --> 00:04:05,287 - No doubt. 81 00:04:05,720 --> 00:04:08,657 - Are you feeling quite yourself today, Barton? 82 00:04:08,690 --> 00:04:09,724 - [Barton] I assure you 83 00:04:09,758 --> 00:04:11,701 I-I feel better than I have in years, Your Grace. 84 00:04:11,735 --> 00:04:15,005 - It sounds as though Falstone is infested with birds. 85 00:04:15,505 --> 00:04:19,668 (Pointer chattering indistinctly) 86 00:04:19,701 --> 00:04:21,011 A full tea? 87 00:04:21,511 --> 00:04:24,422 - I believe cook was exceptionally excited 88 00:04:24,456 --> 00:04:27,601 at the prospect of preparing a tea tray once more. 89 00:04:28,585 --> 00:04:30,679 It's been a while, Your Grace. 90 00:04:30,712 --> 00:04:33,723 - How is it, Barton, that the vicar and his wife 91 00:04:33,757 --> 00:04:35,809 came to be in my drawing room? 92 00:04:35,842 --> 00:04:38,562 I do not recall altering the requirement 93 00:04:38,595 --> 00:04:42,399 that all guests be informed that I am not at home. 94 00:04:42,432 --> 00:04:45,535 - The vicar was quite specific about seeing Her Grace. 95 00:04:46,036 --> 00:04:49,698 When I presented the duchess with Mr. Pointer's card, 96 00:04:49,731 --> 00:04:51,700 I thought she'd actually run down the stairs, 97 00:04:51,733 --> 00:04:54,377 she was so pleased to have callers. 98 00:04:55,612 --> 00:04:57,706 - How long have the Pointers been here? 99 00:04:57,739 --> 00:04:59,833 - Only a few minutes, Your Grace. 100 00:04:59,866 --> 00:05:02,711 - Well, a few minutes is more than most get. 101 00:05:02,744 --> 00:05:06,339 (thudding echoes) 102 00:05:06,373 --> 00:05:06,882 - Thank you. 103 00:05:06,915 --> 00:05:08,308 - Of course. 104 00:05:08,775 --> 00:05:10,594 Would you like a cup of tea, Adam? 105 00:05:10,627 --> 00:05:11,628 - No. 106 00:05:11,661 --> 00:05:13,847 - It is a pleasure to see you again, Your Grace. 107 00:05:13,880 --> 00:05:14,948 - I doubt that. 108 00:05:14,981 --> 00:05:17,726 What, precisely, is the reason for your visit here? 109 00:05:17,759 --> 00:05:19,477 - Social call, of course. 110 00:05:19,511 --> 00:05:20,545 - Of course? 111 00:05:20,579 --> 00:05:22,606 When, in the 15 years that you've served as vicar, 112 00:05:22,639 --> 00:05:24,774 has Falstone Castle ever received visitors? 113 00:05:24,808 --> 00:05:25,859 - [Mr. Pointer] Not once, Your Grace. 114 00:05:25,892 --> 00:05:27,611 - Not once. 115 00:05:27,644 --> 00:05:30,413 What has led you to believe that that has changed? 116 00:05:31,356 --> 00:05:32,357 - Wishful thinking? 117 00:05:32,390 --> 00:05:35,452 - There will be no callers at Falstone Castle. 118 00:05:35,485 --> 00:05:38,413 Not today, not in the future. 119 00:05:38,446 --> 00:05:40,749 - Falstone Castle is not receiving, Your Grace? 120 00:05:40,782 --> 00:05:43,468 Or you are not receiving? 121 00:05:44,786 --> 00:05:46,338 - It is the same. 122 00:05:46,371 --> 00:05:47,847 - Forgive me, it is not. 123 00:05:49,457 --> 00:05:51,343 Thank you for your hospitality, Your Grace. 124 00:05:51,376 --> 00:05:52,394 - Ah. 125 00:05:53,795 --> 00:05:54,813 Do come again. 126 00:05:56,965 --> 00:05:58,358 Thank you for... 127 00:05:59,801 --> 00:06:02,354 I will see you on Sunday. 128 00:06:02,387 --> 00:06:03,813 - Do not lose hope. 129 00:06:03,847 --> 00:06:06,483 Happiness can be found even in dark times. 130 00:06:06,516 --> 00:06:08,777 - Persephone doesn't get to be happy. 131 00:06:08,810 --> 00:06:09,778 That is the ending of the myth, 132 00:06:09,811 --> 00:06:11,780 according to my youngest sister. 133 00:06:11,813 --> 00:06:13,698 - Ah, but it is the ending of the tale 134 00:06:13,732 --> 00:06:16,451 according to you that matters most. 135 00:06:16,484 --> 00:06:21,506 - You might as well stay and finish your tea. 136 00:06:22,073 --> 00:06:25,719 Cook will be offended if the tray is sent back untouched. 137 00:06:26,186 --> 00:06:29,547 - Do sit, dear, and do try the lemon cake. 138 00:06:29,581 --> 00:06:30,724 - [Mrs. Pointer] Thank you. 139 00:06:32,626 --> 00:06:33,643 - Pardon. 140 00:06:37,005 --> 00:06:39,733 Are you sure you wouldn't care for some tea? 141 00:06:43,553 --> 00:06:45,989 I didn't know I was supposed to turn them away. 142 00:06:48,016 --> 00:06:49,993 - They might as well finish their tea. 143 00:06:50,527 --> 00:06:53,405 - I thought no one wanted to meet me. 144 00:06:53,438 --> 00:06:54,698 - I doubt anyone in the neighborhood 145 00:06:54,731 --> 00:06:56,166 even made the attempt. 146 00:06:56,700 --> 00:06:58,493 - So I could go visit the neighbors. 147 00:06:58,526 --> 00:06:59,544 - No. 148 00:07:01,863 --> 00:07:05,008 No, they may attempt to return the favor. 149 00:07:06,493 --> 00:07:07,294 - [Persephone] But I- - I will not have 150 00:07:07,327 --> 00:07:09,012 Falstone Castle overrun with people. 151 00:07:12,999 --> 00:07:14,017 - Of course not. 152 00:07:15,752 --> 00:07:17,595 Thank you for allowing the Pointers to remain. 153 00:07:17,629 --> 00:07:19,606 I have been enjoying their visit. 154 00:07:24,594 --> 00:07:28,732 - You, of course, will owe Mrs. Pointer a visit. 155 00:07:28,765 --> 00:07:29,983 I understand she entertains half the county 156 00:07:30,016 --> 00:07:31,493 on a regular basis. 157 00:07:32,060 --> 00:07:36,831 - I could meet the neighbors that way, then? 158 00:07:38,817 --> 00:07:39,834 - If you want to. 159 00:07:41,903 --> 00:07:44,798 (birds squawking) 160 00:07:56,793 --> 00:07:59,729 (hooves clopping) 161 00:08:13,935 --> 00:08:14,936 - [Harry] Who else was at the vicarage? 162 00:08:14,969 --> 00:08:17,030 - [Persephone] Mrs. Milston and her daughter, 163 00:08:17,063 --> 00:08:19,908 Lady Hettersham, Miss Greenburrough. 164 00:08:19,941 --> 00:08:23,787 - Mm, what did you think of our resident spinster? 165 00:08:23,820 --> 00:08:24,921 - (chuffs) She was very quiet, 166 00:08:24,954 --> 00:08:27,499 so I was not able to form much of an opinion of her. 167 00:08:27,532 --> 00:08:28,550 - Persephone. 168 00:08:31,828 --> 00:08:33,046 - It's for me? 169 00:08:33,079 --> 00:08:34,222 - You should read it. 170 00:08:38,001 --> 00:08:39,803 - "Your Grace, Lord Barham, First Lord of the Admiralty, 171 00:08:39,836 --> 00:08:40,870 has relayed to me your inquiries 172 00:08:40,904 --> 00:08:43,732 regarding two midshipmen aboard the HMS Triumphant. 173 00:08:47,093 --> 00:08:48,812 Evander Lancaster, as you have been informed, 174 00:08:48,845 --> 00:08:51,030 succumbed to injuries sustained at Trafalgar and, 175 00:08:52,015 --> 00:08:52,949 as with most lost at that time, 176 00:08:52,982 --> 00:08:54,734 has been buried in a cemetery on Gibraltar 177 00:08:54,768 --> 00:08:56,536 alongside his fallen shipmates." 178 00:08:58,897 --> 00:08:59,914 - Go on, Persephone. 179 00:09:01,775 --> 00:09:03,251 It's not bad news. 180 00:09:05,779 --> 00:09:07,130 - "Midshipman Linus Lancaster 181 00:09:08,990 --> 00:09:11,709 sustained only minor wounds in that battle 182 00:09:11,743 --> 00:09:13,762 and remains aboard the Triumphant. 183 00:09:16,873 --> 00:09:18,842 He will, as requested, be granted shore leave 184 00:09:18,875 --> 00:09:21,019 when we return to home port." 185 00:09:25,131 --> 00:09:28,026 - The other missive is from Linus. 186 00:09:28,493 --> 00:09:30,770 - (gasps) Linus has written to me? 187 00:09:30,804 --> 00:09:34,649 - Mm-hmm. 188 00:09:34,682 --> 00:09:36,985 - I don't know how you managed this, Adam. 189 00:09:37,018 --> 00:09:38,620 - You needed answers. 190 00:09:39,687 --> 00:09:41,289 I simply ensured you receive them. 191 00:09:42,649 --> 00:09:43,992 - This is by far the kindest thing 192 00:09:44,025 --> 00:09:45,702 any person has ever done for me. 193 00:09:45,735 --> 00:09:47,754 Adam, thank you so, so much. 194 00:09:53,034 --> 00:09:55,762 (tender music) 195 00:10:06,047 --> 00:10:08,016 You do that very well. 196 00:10:08,049 --> 00:10:11,694 (tender music continues) 197 00:10:19,644 --> 00:10:21,613 - I just kissed Persephone. 198 00:10:21,646 --> 00:10:24,666 - Mm, I noticed. 199 00:10:25,775 --> 00:10:28,837 And, um, (clears throat) 200 00:10:29,946 --> 00:10:32,006 I think Persephone noticed as well. 201 00:10:33,658 --> 00:10:35,084 Which is a good thing, really. 202 00:10:35,118 --> 00:10:36,961 If she hadn't even realized you were kissing her, 203 00:10:36,995 --> 00:10:40,048 one would begin to wonder about your technique. 204 00:10:40,081 --> 00:10:40,715 - Oh, shu- 205 00:10:40,748 --> 00:10:43,685 - I know, "Shut up, Harry." 206 00:10:45,128 --> 00:10:47,981 (wolves howling) 207 00:10:50,216 --> 00:10:52,986 (door clicks) 208 00:10:57,140 --> 00:10:58,983 - (whispers) They're getting louder. 209 00:10:59,017 --> 00:11:01,945 (wolves continue howling) 210 00:11:01,978 --> 00:11:04,372 (soft music) 211 00:11:06,149 --> 00:11:08,668 Thank you for my letter, Adam. 212 00:11:10,987 --> 00:11:12,422 Linus sounds happy. 213 00:11:13,990 --> 00:11:16,259 He didn't mention Evander, which worries me a little. 214 00:11:17,994 --> 00:11:21,014 It was always his way to avoid topics that were upsetting. 215 00:11:24,000 --> 00:11:26,019 But he did promise to keep writing. 216 00:11:32,258 --> 00:11:33,768 You don't like it when I thank you 217 00:11:33,801 --> 00:11:36,029 for the things that you do, 218 00:11:39,724 --> 00:11:41,743 but I really am grateful. 219 00:11:45,188 --> 00:11:48,241 If only you could do something about the wolves. 220 00:11:48,274 --> 00:11:51,794 (soft music continues) 221 00:12:20,056 --> 00:12:23,076 (soft music fades) 222 00:12:26,229 --> 00:12:28,081 - [Adam] Persephone? 223 00:12:34,237 --> 00:12:35,254 Persephone. 224 00:12:40,868 --> 00:12:42,920 - W-What happened? 225 00:12:42,954 --> 00:12:45,048 - You were thrown from your horse. 226 00:12:45,081 --> 00:12:47,050 Are you hurt? Can you sit up? 227 00:12:47,083 --> 00:12:48,267 - Uh, I don't know. 228 00:12:52,797 --> 00:12:54,223 - Let me help you. 229 00:12:54,257 --> 00:12:55,183 (Persephone groans) 230 00:12:55,216 --> 00:12:56,234 Careful. 231 00:13:01,848 --> 00:13:02,865 Does anything hurt? 232 00:13:04,100 --> 00:13:05,818 - You asked me that already. 233 00:13:05,852 --> 00:13:08,237 - A person can be killed being thrown from a horse. 234 00:13:08,271 --> 00:13:09,781 Until I'm certain you are not hurt, 235 00:13:09,814 --> 00:13:11,833 I'm going to keep asking you questions. 236 00:13:15,111 --> 00:13:16,329 (horse neighs) 237 00:13:16,362 --> 00:13:17,505 What happened? 238 00:13:18,039 --> 00:13:20,333 - I can't explain it, Yer Grace. 239 00:13:20,366 --> 00:13:22,919 It's almost like something spooked the horse. 240 00:13:22,952 --> 00:13:25,797 - We are fortunate she didn't come to serious harm. 241 00:13:25,830 --> 00:13:27,056 - Yes, Yer Grace. 242 00:13:31,127 --> 00:13:33,346 - Your abigail can have a hot bath prepared. 243 00:13:33,379 --> 00:13:35,890 That should help with any stiffness. 244 00:13:35,923 --> 00:13:39,227 - There really is no need for this much fuss. 245 00:13:39,260 --> 00:13:40,937 - When you're too stiff to come down for dinner, 246 00:13:40,970 --> 00:13:42,230 you'll disagree. 247 00:13:42,263 --> 00:13:43,106 (Persephone groans) 248 00:13:43,139 --> 00:13:44,232 Careful. 249 00:13:44,265 --> 00:13:45,108 (Adam grunts) 250 00:13:45,141 --> 00:13:46,159 There you are. 251 00:13:47,143 --> 00:13:48,361 (Persephone sighs) 252 00:13:48,394 --> 00:13:50,288 - That is very kind of you, Adam. 253 00:13:50,822 --> 00:13:53,166 - You've been thrown from a horse, Persephone. 254 00:13:53,700 --> 00:13:56,419 Any decent gentleman would be concerned. 255 00:13:57,612 --> 00:14:00,089 (soft music) 256 00:14:01,949 --> 00:14:03,918 I can have the kitchen send up a tray 257 00:14:03,951 --> 00:14:06,129 if you would rather not come down for dinner. 258 00:14:06,162 --> 00:14:09,257 - I really am feeling fine already. 259 00:14:09,290 --> 00:14:11,893 I think I was more startled than anything else. 260 00:14:14,003 --> 00:14:17,023 When I'm a little more sure of myself, 261 00:14:17,457 --> 00:14:20,026 might I come riding with you and Harry? 262 00:14:22,345 --> 00:14:24,856 - Atlas can't keep pace with Zeus. 263 00:14:24,889 --> 00:14:26,274 - Couldn't you rein Zeus in a little? 264 00:14:26,307 --> 00:14:29,277 Or let me join you at the end of your ride, 265 00:14:29,310 --> 00:14:30,912 when Zeus has slowed down? 266 00:14:34,023 --> 00:14:35,908 - Zeus is impatient. 267 00:14:35,942 --> 00:14:37,627 He might make Atlas nervous. 268 00:14:39,445 --> 00:14:41,923 - Couldn't I at least try? 269 00:14:44,909 --> 00:14:48,221 - I would rather you not take that chance. 270 00:14:49,205 --> 00:14:51,224 - But you would be there. 271 00:14:52,917 --> 00:14:56,354 - Yes, but, but that is no guarantee that... 272 00:14:57,922 --> 00:15:00,358 (tender music) 273 00:15:07,056 --> 00:15:10,026 (Adam flinches) 274 00:15:10,059 --> 00:15:11,077 - I'm sorry. 275 00:15:12,228 --> 00:15:13,246 - No. 276 00:15:14,397 --> 00:15:15,414 - I, Adam. 277 00:15:16,941 --> 00:15:19,293 (sullen music) 278 00:15:23,406 --> 00:15:26,175 (Persephone sighs heavily) 279 00:15:31,289 --> 00:15:34,142 (wolves howling) 280 00:15:37,044 --> 00:15:39,313 (Adam sighs) 281 00:15:41,299 --> 00:15:42,266 - Ridiculous! 282 00:15:42,300 --> 00:15:44,652 It is too blasted quiet in here. 283 00:15:46,095 --> 00:15:47,104 (wolves continue howling) 284 00:15:47,138 --> 00:15:49,991 (poignant music) 285 00:15:55,521 --> 00:15:59,208 (wolves continue howling) 286 00:16:04,989 --> 00:16:08,292 What the blazes is taking so long? 287 00:16:08,326 --> 00:16:09,418 (Persephone gasps) 288 00:16:09,452 --> 00:16:10,419 So you are awake. 289 00:16:10,453 --> 00:16:11,120 - Adam! 290 00:16:11,154 --> 00:16:12,713 - Are you stiff from your fall? 291 00:16:12,747 --> 00:16:14,423 Does it hurt to walk? 292 00:16:14,457 --> 00:16:17,718 (wolves howling) 293 00:16:17,752 --> 00:16:19,020 They are loud tonight. 294 00:16:22,757 --> 00:16:24,267 How long do you plan to sit at that window 295 00:16:24,300 --> 00:16:25,393 and worry about wolves? 296 00:16:25,426 --> 00:16:26,485 - Until they stop. 297 00:16:28,221 --> 00:16:30,398 (wolves howling) 298 00:16:30,431 --> 00:16:33,734 - You should've come in when they first started. 299 00:16:33,768 --> 00:16:34,902 - Come in? 300 00:16:34,936 --> 00:16:38,039 - And curled up on the bed wrapped up in that blanket. 301 00:16:39,315 --> 00:16:41,409 - You knew? 302 00:16:41,442 --> 00:16:42,460 I... 303 00:16:44,070 --> 00:16:45,121 I thought you were asleep. 304 00:16:45,154 --> 00:16:46,289 - Asleep? 305 00:16:46,322 --> 00:16:47,540 Oh, I can't sleep. 306 00:16:47,573 --> 00:16:49,125 You've ruined the room for me. 307 00:16:49,158 --> 00:16:50,459 - What do you mean, I've ruined it? 308 00:16:50,493 --> 00:16:52,545 - My bedchamber used to be quiet. 309 00:16:52,578 --> 00:16:54,422 And then you started coming in 310 00:16:54,455 --> 00:16:57,091 and making all those noises while you're sleeping. 311 00:16:57,124 --> 00:16:58,467 - I make noises? 312 00:16:58,501 --> 00:17:00,761 - And you move constantly. 313 00:17:00,795 --> 00:17:01,470 - Loud noises? 314 00:17:01,504 --> 00:17:03,472 - What, no. 315 00:17:03,506 --> 00:17:05,274 No, like a puppy. 316 00:17:08,052 --> 00:17:09,362 Little noises. 317 00:17:10,388 --> 00:17:12,565 - And that doesn't bother you? 318 00:17:12,598 --> 00:17:14,442 - I've grown used to it. 319 00:17:14,475 --> 00:17:17,078 - I don't want to bother you. 320 00:17:19,188 --> 00:17:20,206 - You won't. 321 00:17:23,150 --> 00:17:26,045 - The wolves don't worry me as much in your bedchamber. 322 00:17:29,365 --> 00:17:30,758 - Are they quieter in here? 323 00:17:32,201 --> 00:17:33,219 - No. 324 00:17:34,161 --> 00:17:35,388 The way I've figured it, 325 00:17:35,855 --> 00:17:37,506 if the pack ever actually makes it into the castle, 326 00:17:37,540 --> 00:17:39,141 they'll eat you first. 327 00:17:51,304 --> 00:17:53,522 Good night, Adam. 328 00:17:53,556 --> 00:17:56,609 - Good night, Persephone. 329 00:17:56,642 --> 00:18:00,246 (distant wolves howling) 330 00:18:04,817 --> 00:18:05,835 - Adam? 331 00:18:06,652 --> 00:18:07,795 - Yes? 332 00:18:09,530 --> 00:18:11,465 - Why did you decide to get married? 333 00:18:14,410 --> 00:18:17,630 (distant wolves continue howling) 334 00:18:17,663 --> 00:18:21,267 - [Adam] At the time it seemed like a good idea. 335 00:18:25,171 --> 00:18:26,188 - Does it now? 336 00:18:27,465 --> 00:18:31,610 (distant wolves continue howling) 337 00:18:34,597 --> 00:18:36,449 Mrs. Adcock said you would. 338 00:18:38,184 --> 00:18:38,718 - Said I would what? 339 00:18:38,751 --> 00:18:40,494 - Regret marrying me. 340 00:18:48,486 --> 00:18:51,213 When I visited the vicarage several days ago, 341 00:18:53,616 --> 00:18:57,211 Mrs. Adcock said that most gentlemen who pay for a wife 342 00:18:57,244 --> 00:18:58,888 regret the purchase in the end. 343 00:19:00,915 --> 00:19:01,849 It was blatantly obvious 344 00:19:01,882 --> 00:19:04,393 she was referring to our marriage settlement. 345 00:19:05,878 --> 00:19:07,346 Mrs. Adcock had mentioned 346 00:19:07,380 --> 00:19:10,349 her sizable dowry at least a dozen times, 347 00:19:10,383 --> 00:19:14,270 so I happened to ask Lady Hettersham, 348 00:19:14,303 --> 00:19:17,198 loudly enough for Mrs. Adcock to hear, 349 00:19:18,307 --> 00:19:19,859 whether or not it seemed odd 350 00:19:19,892 --> 00:19:21,610 that some ladies found it necessary 351 00:19:21,644 --> 00:19:24,613 to offer money to a prospective bridegroom 352 00:19:24,647 --> 00:19:26,874 in order to bring him up to scratch. 353 00:19:28,484 --> 00:19:31,454 No gentleman would accept a horse so ill-recommended 354 00:19:31,487 --> 00:19:34,373 that he had to be bribed to accept it. 355 00:19:34,407 --> 00:19:37,376 (Adam laughs) 356 00:19:37,410 --> 00:19:41,464 I thought Mrs. Adcock's tea would come flying out her ears, 357 00:19:41,497 --> 00:19:43,632 she looked so livid. 358 00:19:43,666 --> 00:19:45,634 - Well, you compared her to a horse? 359 00:19:45,668 --> 00:19:48,387 (Adam and Persephone laughing) 360 00:19:48,421 --> 00:19:50,222 I doubt even I could produce such a cutting retort. 361 00:19:50,256 --> 00:19:52,475 Well done, Persephone. (laughs) 362 00:19:52,508 --> 00:19:54,935 - I have not pulled caps with anyone in years. 363 00:19:54,969 --> 00:19:59,482 I'm not ashamed to admit that I enjoyed it. 364 00:19:59,515 --> 00:20:02,651 I felt like a regular warrior. 365 00:20:02,685 --> 00:20:05,196 Perhaps before I next call at the vicarage, 366 00:20:05,229 --> 00:20:07,656 I should try on one of the suits of armor for size. 367 00:20:07,690 --> 00:20:09,909 I could check the armory for a jousting lance 368 00:20:09,942 --> 00:20:11,660 and simply unseat my adversary 369 00:20:11,694 --> 00:20:14,330 as she rides up to the vicarage. 370 00:20:14,363 --> 00:20:18,217 I would be the terror of the neighborhood. 371 00:20:18,718 --> 00:20:22,421 - Well, if it comes to full combat, let me know. 372 00:20:22,455 --> 00:20:24,298 I'm rather handy with a crossbow. 373 00:20:24,331 --> 00:20:25,633 - Maybe Harry could be our page, 374 00:20:25,666 --> 00:20:27,551 and we could go conquer Adcock Manor. 375 00:20:27,585 --> 00:20:29,970 - Oh, Harry would make an abysmal page. 376 00:20:30,004 --> 00:20:31,680 (Adam and Persephone laughing) 377 00:20:31,714 --> 00:20:34,683 But he might, he might be trusted with a battle ax though. 378 00:20:34,717 --> 00:20:36,519 (Adam and Persephone laughing) 379 00:20:36,552 --> 00:20:40,448 - We would make a wonderfully fearsome team. 380 00:20:42,266 --> 00:20:43,651 You see, Adam, marriage to me 381 00:20:43,684 --> 00:20:46,412 might not be such a terrible thing for you after all. 382 00:20:47,730 --> 00:20:50,458 (tender music) 383 00:20:56,822 --> 00:20:59,333 (hooves trotting) 384 00:20:59,366 --> 00:21:02,636 (tender music continues) 385 00:21:05,956 --> 00:21:08,601 (horse snorts) 386 00:21:15,591 --> 00:21:18,486 (Alibi neighing) 387 00:21:22,348 --> 00:21:23,616 - [Groom] Steady. 388 00:21:27,770 --> 00:21:28,996 Steady. 389 00:21:29,763 --> 00:21:31,574 - Are you wishing to ride today, Yer Grace? 390 00:21:31,607 --> 00:21:34,493 - [Groom] Steady. - Is Alibi still unhappy? 391 00:21:34,527 --> 00:21:36,579 You said he doesn't like the cold. 392 00:21:36,612 --> 00:21:38,581 - Oh, it's not just the cold. 393 00:21:38,614 --> 00:21:40,049 He was treated badly before. 394 00:21:41,033 --> 00:21:42,626 Doesn't trust people. 395 00:21:42,660 --> 00:21:43,460 (Alibi neighing) 396 00:21:43,494 --> 00:21:44,712 Figures they treated him bad before, 397 00:21:44,745 --> 00:21:46,630 they'll treat him bad again. 398 00:21:46,664 --> 00:21:47,531 (Alibi neighs) 399 00:21:47,565 --> 00:21:49,008 - But no one here would ever hurt him. 400 00:21:49,041 --> 00:21:50,392 - Nah, it doesn't matter. 401 00:21:51,418 --> 00:21:53,020 He'll not give anyone a chance to. 402 00:21:53,787 --> 00:21:56,357 He'll fight you 'till holy perdition that one. 403 00:21:57,758 --> 00:21:59,401 - It seems like a lost cause. 404 00:22:00,511 --> 00:22:01,770 Why keep trying? 405 00:22:01,804 --> 00:22:03,989 - Ah, there's no lost causes, Yer Grace. 406 00:22:04,590 --> 00:22:08,319 Every creature needs someone who could save 'im, 407 00:22:08,352 --> 00:22:09,370 if they'd only try. 408 00:22:10,271 --> 00:22:13,374 There's many who're hoping you're the sort who tries. 409 00:22:14,775 --> 00:22:19,505 - This poor creature seems so angry. 410 00:22:21,407 --> 00:22:22,675 - More afraid than furious. 411 00:22:24,660 --> 00:22:26,053 Been afraid for years. 412 00:22:27,538 --> 00:22:30,808 - Why? What happened? 413 00:22:32,793 --> 00:22:34,562 - Got torn apart and left behind. 414 00:22:36,422 --> 00:22:38,524 Decided to bite before anyone bit first. 415 00:22:39,058 --> 00:22:44,530 If nobody gets close, nobody can hurt him. 416 00:22:46,098 --> 00:22:49,577 (tender music continues) 417 00:22:50,686 --> 00:22:53,581 (hooves trotting) 418 00:22:58,611 --> 00:23:00,829 (horse neighs) 419 00:23:00,863 --> 00:23:02,498 - Welcome back. 420 00:23:02,531 --> 00:23:03,582 - Good morning to you, Persephone. 421 00:23:03,616 --> 00:23:04,842 - Good morning. 422 00:23:06,160 --> 00:23:07,795 Good morning, Adam. 423 00:23:07,828 --> 00:23:08,796 - Good morning. 424 00:23:08,829 --> 00:23:10,130 Are you wanting to ride? 425 00:23:10,164 --> 00:23:11,365 - I was thinking about it. 426 00:23:11,398 --> 00:23:14,852 - If you do, I fear we'll be forced to postpone our siege. 427 00:23:16,587 --> 00:23:18,147 - You two are planning a siege? 428 00:23:22,718 --> 00:23:23,819 Why do I get the feeling 429 00:23:23,852 --> 00:23:27,398 my presence is not particularly appreciated just now? 430 00:23:27,431 --> 00:23:30,693 - I would think, Harry, that you'd feel that way often. 431 00:23:30,726 --> 00:23:33,070 If you go now, you'll have plenty of time to pack. 432 00:23:33,103 --> 00:23:34,530 - But you'll miss me. 433 00:23:34,563 --> 00:23:35,873 - I never miss anyone. 434 00:23:39,860 --> 00:23:41,161 - Mm. 435 00:23:41,195 --> 00:23:44,673 (tender music continues) 436 00:23:55,542 --> 00:23:58,604 (tender music fades) 437 00:24:00,130 --> 00:24:01,298 (birds chirping) 438 00:24:01,332 --> 00:24:05,519 - "Your name is on the lips of every member of the ton. 439 00:24:05,552 --> 00:24:08,897 Some are saying that Persephone has left you already." 440 00:24:08,931 --> 00:24:10,157 Thank you, Mother. 441 00:24:11,558 --> 00:24:13,485 (knocks on door) 442 00:24:13,519 --> 00:24:14,536 - Adam? 443 00:24:15,771 --> 00:24:17,706 May I talk with you for a moment? 444 00:24:22,903 --> 00:24:25,798 Mrs. Smithson skipped this room when she gave me my tour. 445 00:24:27,491 --> 00:24:28,801 I haven't ever been in here. 446 00:24:30,786 --> 00:24:32,680 - No one ever comes in this room. 447 00:24:33,831 --> 00:24:35,632 - I am overstepping myself? 448 00:24:35,666 --> 00:24:37,518 - No. No. 449 00:24:41,672 --> 00:24:43,982 (soft music) 450 00:24:51,515 --> 00:24:54,693 - [Persephone] Who is this you're standing beside, Adam? 451 00:24:54,727 --> 00:24:55,744 - My father. 452 00:24:56,937 --> 00:24:58,530 - I thought he must be. 453 00:24:58,564 --> 00:24:59,832 You look very much like him. 454 00:25:01,650 --> 00:25:02,951 - Do I? 455 00:25:02,985 --> 00:25:04,953 - You have the same eyes. 456 00:25:04,987 --> 00:25:06,789 And there is something similar about your mouth 457 00:25:06,822 --> 00:25:08,215 and the shape of your face. 458 00:25:09,658 --> 00:25:11,677 And, of course, you both have dark hair. 459 00:25:12,870 --> 00:25:15,264 - I suppose there is a resemblance. 460 00:25:17,541 --> 00:25:19,802 - Your nose is your mother's. 461 00:25:19,835 --> 00:25:22,688 I noticed that when I first saw the two of you together. 462 00:25:27,718 --> 00:25:29,236 Are you like him in other ways? 463 00:25:30,220 --> 00:25:31,647 - My father? 464 00:25:31,680 --> 00:25:33,699 - Mm. 465 00:25:36,727 --> 00:25:38,237 - I hope so. 466 00:25:38,270 --> 00:25:41,623 (soft music continues) 467 00:25:45,277 --> 00:25:48,580 You wanted to speak to me about something? (clears throat) 468 00:25:48,614 --> 00:25:49,782 - Ah. 469 00:25:49,815 --> 00:25:52,885 The Triumphant will make port the last week of November. 470 00:25:53,318 --> 00:25:55,838 Linus will be granted three weeks' shore leave. 471 00:25:55,871 --> 00:25:57,756 Isn't that wonderful? 472 00:25:57,790 --> 00:25:58,757 - Yes. 473 00:25:58,791 --> 00:26:00,259 - The Triumphant will be docking at Newcastle. 474 00:26:00,292 --> 00:26:02,302 I could be there and see him 475 00:26:02,336 --> 00:26:04,596 before he departs for Shropshire. 476 00:26:04,630 --> 00:26:07,307 - Be there? In Newcastle? 477 00:26:07,341 --> 00:26:09,601 - I wouldn't be gone more than a day or two. 478 00:26:09,635 --> 00:26:11,687 Of course, I would want to see him off as well, 479 00:26:11,720 --> 00:26:12,521 which would mean going back 480 00:26:12,554 --> 00:26:14,615 when the Triumphant sets out again. 481 00:26:16,600 --> 00:26:17,618 - You cannot go. 482 00:26:17,985 --> 00:26:20,829 (sullen music) 483 00:26:21,814 --> 00:26:22,831 - Please, Adam. 484 00:26:25,067 --> 00:26:26,702 It, it would only be a few days. 485 00:26:26,735 --> 00:26:31,874 I, I need to see him for myself, 486 00:26:31,907 --> 00:26:33,967 I need to know that he is well and whole, 487 00:26:34,701 --> 00:26:38,046 to have even a moment with the only brother I have left. 488 00:26:38,080 --> 00:26:40,933 This is important to me, Adam. 489 00:26:42,668 --> 00:26:44,937 Things of importance to me should matter. 490 00:26:51,927 --> 00:26:52,986 - What if he came here? 491 00:26:53,487 --> 00:26:55,314 - But you don't allow visitors. 492 00:26:55,347 --> 00:26:56,248 - It makes more sense 493 00:26:56,281 --> 00:26:57,991 than you journeying to Newcastle twice. 494 00:26:58,934 --> 00:27:00,277 Linus could come to Falstone 495 00:27:00,310 --> 00:27:01,737 before going to see your family. 496 00:27:01,770 --> 00:27:02,871 - Do you mean it? 497 00:27:03,372 --> 00:27:07,034 - I don't say anything I don't mean. 498 00:27:07,067 --> 00:27:09,912 - It wouldn't be too much of an imposition? 499 00:27:09,945 --> 00:27:11,330 - No. 500 00:27:11,363 --> 00:27:13,632 I'd very much like to meet the boy myself. 501 00:27:14,658 --> 00:27:15,692 - Really? 502 00:27:15,726 --> 00:27:18,846 - Linus might make a great addition to our siege. 503 00:27:20,372 --> 00:27:21,840 Harry would probably faint dead away 504 00:27:21,874 --> 00:27:23,759 at the first battle cry. 505 00:27:23,792 --> 00:27:27,688 (Persephone chuckles softly) 506 00:27:28,755 --> 00:27:29,773 - Thank you, Adam. 507 00:27:42,436 --> 00:27:46,365 (footsteps approaching) 508 00:27:46,398 --> 00:27:47,833 - Why don't you ever leave? 509 00:27:49,151 --> 00:27:51,044 - Good afternoon to you too. 510 00:27:53,864 --> 00:27:55,707 - Answer the question. 511 00:27:55,741 --> 00:27:57,384 - Is this a pointed interrogation 512 00:27:58,218 --> 00:27:59,836 or of an intellectual discussion? 513 00:27:59,870 --> 00:28:01,096 - Intellectual discussion. 514 00:28:05,042 --> 00:28:06,727 - Why do I never leave? 515 00:28:09,171 --> 00:28:10,055 Because I like Falstone. 516 00:28:10,088 --> 00:28:11,023 - Why? - Free food. 517 00:28:11,056 --> 00:28:12,724 - I'm in earnest, I need you to be as well. 518 00:28:12,758 --> 00:28:14,017 - The food is nothing to disregard. 519 00:28:14,051 --> 00:28:15,777 Cook is a miracle worker. 520 00:28:20,182 --> 00:28:25,195 Aside from that, Falstone is familiar. 521 00:28:25,229 --> 00:28:27,030 It's comfortable. 522 00:28:27,064 --> 00:28:29,866 - So you feel the same way about the house in London? 523 00:28:29,900 --> 00:28:31,159 You spend a lot of time there as well. 524 00:28:31,193 --> 00:28:33,745 And you've come with me to Kent a few times. 525 00:28:33,779 --> 00:28:37,007 - This is a pointed interrogation, isn't it? 526 00:28:38,533 --> 00:28:39,501 Look, if you were trying to tell me 527 00:28:39,534 --> 00:28:41,044 to make myself scarce now that you're married, 528 00:28:41,078 --> 00:28:41,920 I completely understand. 529 00:28:41,954 --> 00:28:44,431 - No, it's not that at all. 530 00:28:47,125 --> 00:28:48,810 - Then what is it? 531 00:28:52,089 --> 00:28:53,106 - I want to know 532 00:28:54,466 --> 00:28:56,985 why you've stayed around all these years. 533 00:28:58,095 --> 00:28:59,404 - We're friends, Adam. 534 00:28:59,938 --> 00:29:03,066 Friends don't just jump ship. 535 00:29:03,100 --> 00:29:05,777 - I think your answer about the food was more honest. 536 00:29:05,811 --> 00:29:06,645 - Did it ever occur to you 537 00:29:06,678 --> 00:29:08,789 that I sincerely consider you a friend? 538 00:29:11,233 --> 00:29:12,250 My... 539 00:29:14,486 --> 00:29:15,963 best friend, in fact. 540 00:29:19,116 --> 00:29:20,133 - Because of Harrow? 541 00:29:22,119 --> 00:29:23,920 - It may have started that way. 542 00:29:23,954 --> 00:29:25,514 You saved my skin, 543 00:29:27,499 --> 00:29:29,468 so I worshiped you for a while, 544 00:29:29,501 --> 00:29:33,480 like an idol who could ward off evil spirits, I suppose. 545 00:29:35,924 --> 00:29:36,942 But then (chuckles), 546 00:29:38,552 --> 00:29:40,228 then you landed me a facer 547 00:29:40,262 --> 00:29:43,899 for something stupid I did or said. 548 00:29:43,932 --> 00:29:44,733 - I remember that fight well 549 00:29:44,766 --> 00:29:47,110 but not what we were scuffling over. 550 00:29:47,144 --> 00:29:49,112 - And we were sent down. 551 00:29:49,146 --> 00:29:52,874 My parents were away, so we came here. 552 00:29:53,642 --> 00:29:56,545 (sighs) In those two weeks of our expulsion, 553 00:29:57,012 --> 00:30:02,175 I met Adam Boyce, the Duke of Kielder. 554 00:30:03,535 --> 00:30:05,178 Still scared the guts out of me. 555 00:30:06,288 --> 00:30:11,059 But Adam Boyce was just a boy like me. 556 00:30:14,588 --> 00:30:16,973 Why this sudden interest 557 00:30:17,007 --> 00:30:18,191 in our colorful childhood? 558 00:30:22,304 --> 00:30:26,149 (Adam breathes heavily) 559 00:30:26,183 --> 00:30:28,910 (tender music) 560 00:30:45,577 --> 00:30:48,513 Looks frigid out there, doesn't it? 561 00:30:49,331 --> 00:30:50,348 - It does. 562 00:30:52,334 --> 00:30:54,561 - Persephone looks cold, Adam. 563 00:30:55,921 --> 00:30:58,065 You should go and keep her warm. 564 00:30:59,591 --> 00:31:00,609 - Keep her- 565 00:31:02,135 --> 00:31:04,312 - The fact that my suggestion confuses you 566 00:31:04,346 --> 00:31:05,947 does not bode well, 567 00:31:08,350 --> 00:31:09,367 my friend. 568 00:31:11,353 --> 00:31:12,621 - It didn't... 569 00:31:15,399 --> 00:31:17,250 It didn't confuse me. 570 00:31:18,402 --> 00:31:22,047 (tender music continues) 571 00:31:33,625 --> 00:31:36,561 She is lonely in this empty castle. 572 00:31:40,006 --> 00:31:41,108 Just as mother was. 573 00:31:43,385 --> 00:31:46,279 (wolves howling) 574 00:31:47,639 --> 00:31:49,232 Persephone. 575 00:31:49,266 --> 00:31:52,235 (Persephone panting) 576 00:31:52,269 --> 00:31:53,103 - I heard them, Adam! 577 00:31:53,136 --> 00:31:54,171 The wolves, they're inside Falstone! 578 00:31:54,204 --> 00:31:56,406 - [Adam] They are still outside the castle walls. 579 00:31:56,440 --> 00:31:58,366 - But they're so loud. They sound so much closer. 580 00:31:58,400 --> 00:32:01,294 - [Adam] They are not inside the castle walls, Persephone. 581 00:32:02,279 --> 00:32:03,955 - Are you certain? 582 00:32:03,989 --> 00:32:05,006 - Absolutely. 583 00:32:07,409 --> 00:32:09,252 Have tea sent up to my book room. 584 00:32:09,286 --> 00:32:10,303 - Yes, Your Grace. 585 00:32:12,289 --> 00:32:16,226 (Persephone breathing heavily) 586 00:32:21,423 --> 00:32:24,100 - I know I shouldn't be so afraid of them, 587 00:32:24,134 --> 00:32:27,696 but the howling sends chills through me. 588 00:32:30,140 --> 00:32:31,650 - I will have my steward check on the pack, 589 00:32:31,683 --> 00:32:34,069 so you can breathe more easily. 590 00:32:34,102 --> 00:32:35,987 - I had always been told 591 00:32:36,021 --> 00:32:38,448 that there were no more wolves in England. 592 00:32:38,482 --> 00:32:39,516 - Our pack is descended 593 00:32:39,549 --> 00:32:43,003 from the last of the wolves that roamed the area 594 00:32:43,470 --> 00:32:46,456 and the wild dogs that called the forest home. 595 00:32:46,490 --> 00:32:50,177 - Are they less vicious than true wolves, then? 596 00:32:53,163 --> 00:32:55,465 - They are more wolf than anything else. 597 00:32:55,499 --> 00:32:58,018 But they always give the castle a wide berth. 598 00:33:02,130 --> 00:33:05,233 (Persephone shudders) 599 00:33:10,180 --> 00:33:11,198 I think, 600 00:33:14,726 --> 00:33:17,112 (sighs heavily) I think we should hold a ball. 601 00:33:17,145 --> 00:33:17,779 - A ball? 602 00:33:17,812 --> 00:33:18,580 - Unless you don't want to. 603 00:33:18,613 --> 00:33:20,665 - I assumed you wouldn't want to. 604 00:33:21,266 --> 00:33:24,085 It would mean a lot of people in the castle. 605 00:33:27,781 --> 00:33:30,717 - Every bride should have a ball. 606 00:33:33,203 --> 00:33:35,096 - We are still in mourning. 607 00:33:37,290 --> 00:33:41,102 - I think a wedding ball would be permissible. 608 00:33:43,755 --> 00:33:45,106 - Do you mean... 609 00:33:49,761 --> 00:33:52,781 You don't say things you don't mean. 610 00:33:54,224 --> 00:33:55,242 - No. 611 00:33:57,769 --> 00:33:58,787 No, I don't. 612 00:34:02,232 --> 00:34:03,333 - Yes, Adam. 613 00:34:04,776 --> 00:34:07,337 We should host a ball at Falstone. 614 00:34:12,450 --> 00:34:13,468 - Adam suggested it? 615 00:34:15,245 --> 00:34:16,796 Adam? 616 00:34:16,830 --> 00:34:18,798 As in the Adam I know? 617 00:34:18,832 --> 00:34:21,551 - I am as surprised as you are. 618 00:34:21,585 --> 00:34:24,554 - He's been doing a lot of uncharacteristic things lately. 619 00:34:24,588 --> 00:34:27,474 - Barton says Cook is in tears. 620 00:34:27,507 --> 00:34:28,558 - What did you do to her? 621 00:34:28,592 --> 00:34:30,477 - I didn't do anything to her. 622 00:34:30,510 --> 00:34:32,145 She's informed about the upcoming ball. 623 00:34:32,178 --> 00:34:33,146 - She's that upset about it? 624 00:34:33,179 --> 00:34:34,773 - She's that pleased about it. 625 00:34:34,806 --> 00:34:37,567 She's been reduced to weeping at the kitchen work table. 626 00:34:37,601 --> 00:34:40,153 - How has the rest of the staff reacted? 627 00:34:40,186 --> 00:34:41,821 - Mrs. Smithson is rushing about 628 00:34:41,855 --> 00:34:43,156 as though the ball is this evening 629 00:34:43,189 --> 00:34:44,366 instead of three weeks from now. 630 00:34:44,399 --> 00:34:46,368 And Barton has simply begun grinning 631 00:34:46,401 --> 00:34:47,452 when he thinks I'm not looking. 632 00:34:47,485 --> 00:34:49,287 - Three weeks from now? 633 00:34:49,321 --> 00:34:52,374 But, Adam, Linus is coming in three weeks' time. 634 00:34:52,407 --> 00:34:53,833 Please tell me you haven't changed your mind 635 00:34:53,867 --> 00:34:55,293 about his visit. 636 00:34:55,327 --> 00:34:56,553 - Of course not, Persephone. 637 00:34:57,621 --> 00:34:59,222 He can be here for the ball. 638 00:35:01,625 --> 00:35:04,844 - Why the sudden urge to entertain, Adam? 639 00:35:04,878 --> 00:35:07,806 First you invite Persephone's brother. 640 00:35:07,839 --> 00:35:10,225 And the ball will bring every family of consequence 641 00:35:10,258 --> 00:35:11,309 in the northern half of England 642 00:35:11,343 --> 00:35:14,229 to Falstone at the same time. 643 00:35:14,262 --> 00:35:16,189 That is precisely the sort of thing 644 00:35:16,222 --> 00:35:17,524 that makes you miserable. 645 00:35:17,557 --> 00:35:19,192 - I don't want you to be miserable. 646 00:35:19,225 --> 00:35:20,485 - I will not be miserable. 647 00:35:20,518 --> 00:35:23,488 - You'll simply make the rest of us miserable. 648 00:35:23,521 --> 00:35:25,240 Perhaps you should put an end to the entire thing 649 00:35:25,273 --> 00:35:26,491 and save us the suffering. 650 00:35:26,524 --> 00:35:27,584 - Shut up, Harry. 651 00:35:30,528 --> 00:35:33,498 - Harry is not nearly persuasive enough 652 00:35:33,531 --> 00:35:36,292 to convince me to cancel Linus's visit. 653 00:35:36,326 --> 00:35:37,877 There's no need to worry over that. 654 00:35:37,911 --> 00:35:38,970 - But there is. 655 00:35:39,504 --> 00:35:43,425 You tell me to trust you, but I don't know that I can. 656 00:35:43,458 --> 00:35:45,969 There is so much I don't know about you, Adam. 657 00:35:46,002 --> 00:35:47,846 So much I don't understand. 658 00:35:47,879 --> 00:35:49,981 And that frightens me. 659 00:35:51,925 --> 00:35:52,892 - I frighten you? 660 00:35:52,926 --> 00:35:54,644 - That isn't what I said. 661 00:35:54,678 --> 00:35:55,937 - It really isn't. 662 00:35:55,970 --> 00:35:57,572 - [Adam And Persephone] Shut up, Harry! 663 00:35:59,265 --> 00:36:01,651 - I am happy to see I'm a unifying force. 664 00:36:01,685 --> 00:36:02,986 - At the moment, Harry Windover, 665 00:36:03,019 --> 00:36:04,529 you are a frustrating force. 666 00:36:04,562 --> 00:36:06,281 - Harry, now would be a perfect opportunity 667 00:36:06,314 --> 00:36:07,907 for a timely exit. 668 00:36:07,941 --> 00:36:08,958 - Hint taken. 669 00:36:11,277 --> 00:36:14,539 (footsteps retreating) 670 00:36:14,572 --> 00:36:15,607 (door clicks) 671 00:36:15,640 --> 00:36:19,302 - I have faults, Persephone, like any other man, 672 00:36:20,328 --> 00:36:21,596 but I am not a liar. 673 00:36:24,416 --> 00:36:26,009 I was raised by a man 674 00:36:26,042 --> 00:36:29,679 who valued honesty and loyalty 675 00:36:29,713 --> 00:36:31,356 and keeping one's word. 676 00:36:33,341 --> 00:36:34,209 Now I've promised you 677 00:36:34,242 --> 00:36:35,685 that your brother will visit you here 678 00:36:35,719 --> 00:36:37,896 and that Falstone Castle will host a ball, 679 00:36:37,929 --> 00:36:40,982 and no one, not Harry, not anyone else, 680 00:36:41,015 --> 00:36:44,369 will browbeat me into going back on that promise to you. 681 00:36:46,062 --> 00:36:47,497 On any promise to you. 682 00:36:49,733 --> 00:36:51,951 - I want to believe that. 683 00:36:51,985 --> 00:36:54,295 - And your happiness does matter. 684 00:36:55,613 --> 00:36:57,507 You should believe that too. 685 00:37:00,034 --> 00:37:02,378 - I'm beginning to. 686 00:37:02,412 --> 00:37:04,973 (tender music) 687 00:37:19,637 --> 00:37:22,365 (door clicks) 688 00:37:23,767 --> 00:37:24,984 - [Adam] Afternoon. 689 00:37:25,018 --> 00:37:27,537 - You look a bit unwell, poor boy. 690 00:37:29,355 --> 00:37:30,523 - I'm fine. 691 00:37:30,557 --> 00:37:33,993 - I was just telling Persephone of all the wonderful balls 692 00:37:34,027 --> 00:37:36,621 we used to have here at the castle. 693 00:37:36,654 --> 00:37:38,081 Even the London papers 694 00:37:38,114 --> 00:37:40,750 were full of every detail of the evening; 695 00:37:40,784 --> 00:37:45,680 who attended, the decorations, the menu. 696 00:37:46,247 --> 00:37:50,635 Falstone balls were positively legendary. 697 00:37:50,668 --> 00:37:53,012 - I am certain our ball will be far less elaborate. 698 00:37:53,046 --> 00:37:55,390 - But that's why I rushed back. 699 00:37:55,423 --> 00:37:57,684 It could be extraordinary. 700 00:37:57,717 --> 00:37:59,561 A few changes to the menu, 701 00:37:59,594 --> 00:38:02,647 perhaps a more dramatic decorating scheme. 702 00:38:02,680 --> 00:38:05,483 - It is enough that there will be people here. 703 00:38:05,517 --> 00:38:07,777 That should be plenty to fill the London papers 704 00:38:07,811 --> 00:38:10,413 with pages of shocked commentary. 705 00:38:12,065 --> 00:38:14,492 - The castle's always been more pleasant 706 00:38:14,526 --> 00:38:16,536 when it's been festive. 707 00:38:16,569 --> 00:38:18,496 - Mrs. Smithson and I have discussed the menu 708 00:38:18,530 --> 00:38:20,039 and the preparations. 709 00:38:20,073 --> 00:38:22,792 I am quite satisfied with what we've chosen. 710 00:38:22,826 --> 00:38:27,096 - Mm, satisfied and pleased are not the same thing. 711 00:38:27,697 --> 00:38:30,592 You'll be desperate to leave before long 712 00:38:30,625 --> 00:38:32,719 if something's not done to liven the place. 713 00:38:32,752 --> 00:38:34,679 - We are holding a ball, mother. 714 00:38:34,712 --> 00:38:36,097 That has always been enough festiveness 715 00:38:36,130 --> 00:38:37,732 for you to return to Falstone. 716 00:38:39,717 --> 00:38:44,531 - It sounds to me like it's hardly a ball. (scoffs) 717 00:38:45,098 --> 00:38:48,693 - I, (clears throat) I suppose the arrangements 718 00:38:48,726 --> 00:38:52,080 could be made a little more extensive. 719 00:38:53,106 --> 00:38:54,824 Oh, I sound just like father. 720 00:38:54,858 --> 00:38:56,701 - I assure you both, 721 00:38:56,734 --> 00:39:00,705 I am satisfied and pleased with our current arrangements. 722 00:39:00,738 --> 00:39:02,540 They suit my preferences. 723 00:39:02,574 --> 00:39:06,711 - You really must let me help with future entertainments. 724 00:39:06,744 --> 00:39:10,173 We could hold ever so many, both here and in London. 725 00:39:10,206 --> 00:39:13,101 You'll have far too much fun to be unhappy. 726 00:39:16,588 --> 00:39:19,148 - Will you please excuse me? 727 00:39:23,887 --> 00:39:25,563 (footsteps retreating) 728 00:39:25,597 --> 00:39:26,431 (door thuds) 729 00:39:26,464 --> 00:39:27,857 All of the balls you held for mother 730 00:39:27,891 --> 00:39:29,058 weren't enough to keep her here, 731 00:39:29,092 --> 00:39:33,446 so why the blasted blazes am I trying the same approach? 732 00:39:33,479 --> 00:39:34,280 (fist pounds) 733 00:39:34,314 --> 00:39:35,657 Dukes don't need people, you said. 734 00:39:35,690 --> 00:39:37,166 We're better off without her. 735 00:39:39,152 --> 00:39:41,746 Persephone will leave too in the end. Everyone does. 736 00:39:41,779 --> 00:39:44,582 (fist pounds) 737 00:39:44,616 --> 00:39:46,876 (knocks on door) 738 00:39:46,910 --> 00:39:48,127 (door creaks) 739 00:39:48,161 --> 00:39:49,087 - [Persephone] You will hurt your hand 740 00:39:49,120 --> 00:39:50,221 if you keep doing that. 741 00:39:53,166 --> 00:39:55,518 - Go eat your dinner, Persephone. 742 00:39:56,920 --> 00:39:58,596 - I intend to. 743 00:39:58,630 --> 00:40:01,516 (door creaks) 744 00:40:01,549 --> 00:40:02,692 On the desk will be fine. 745 00:40:06,179 --> 00:40:07,196 - I'm not hungry. 746 00:40:08,264 --> 00:40:09,616 - Perhaps not, but I am. 747 00:40:12,852 --> 00:40:13,870 Thank you. 748 00:40:18,650 --> 00:40:19,317 - Mother- 749 00:40:19,350 --> 00:40:20,835 - Is taking her meal with Harry. 750 00:40:21,653 --> 00:40:23,087 I am eating here. 751 00:40:23,621 --> 00:40:25,590 - No one eats in this room. 752 00:40:26,658 --> 00:40:28,209 - You would rather I starve? 753 00:40:28,242 --> 00:40:29,919 - If you are truly on the verge of expiring, 754 00:40:29,953 --> 00:40:34,515 then by all means, take some nourishment. 755 00:40:39,545 --> 00:40:42,690 (silverware clatters) 756 00:40:45,677 --> 00:40:46,694 Blast it. 757 00:40:48,221 --> 00:40:48,888 - It does smell good, doesn't it? 758 00:40:48,921 --> 00:40:50,815 What a shame you aren't hungry. 759 00:40:50,848 --> 00:40:53,526 - [Adam] Is that a hint, Persephone? 760 00:40:53,559 --> 00:40:55,194 - [Persephone] A hint? 761 00:40:55,228 --> 00:40:57,747 - [Adam] You are trying to convince me to join you. 762 00:40:58,690 --> 00:40:59,532 - This is for me. 763 00:40:59,565 --> 00:41:00,633 If you want something, 764 00:41:00,667 --> 00:41:02,627 you will have to send to the kitchen for it yourself. 765 00:41:05,863 --> 00:41:08,291 - You plan to eat an entire chicken? 766 00:41:08,324 --> 00:41:10,668 - It is not an entire chicken. 767 00:41:10,702 --> 00:41:11,836 And not such a very large one, at that. 768 00:41:11,869 --> 00:41:14,672 In fact, it is a very good thing 769 00:41:14,706 --> 00:41:15,873 there is plenty to go with it. 770 00:41:15,907 --> 00:41:18,810 Otherwise I would be in very real danger of wasting away. 771 00:41:29,345 --> 00:41:32,740 You didn't expect me to eat an entire chicken, did you? 772 00:41:44,902 --> 00:41:47,922 - Thank you for the dinner, Persephone. 773 00:41:49,657 --> 00:41:51,300 - Thank you for allowing the ball. 774 00:41:52,660 --> 00:41:55,304 For inviting Linus to visit. 775 00:41:55,805 --> 00:41:58,683 It is nice having something to look forward to. 776 00:41:59,667 --> 00:42:02,228 (tender music) 777 00:42:15,058 --> 00:42:20,279 - Would you like having more balls and entertainments? 778 00:42:20,313 --> 00:42:22,331 - I would, now and then. 779 00:42:24,650 --> 00:42:26,836 But I miss my family more than I miss company. 780 00:42:29,655 --> 00:42:30,790 They are so very far away. 781 00:42:30,823 --> 00:42:33,968 It sometimes feels as though I'll never see them again. 782 00:42:37,789 --> 00:42:40,758 - They may very well go to London for the Season. 783 00:42:40,792 --> 00:42:42,760 You could see them there. 784 00:42:42,794 --> 00:42:44,687 You could see a lot of people there. 785 00:42:46,339 --> 00:42:47,982 That should tide you over for a while. 786 00:42:50,301 --> 00:42:52,653 - I will have to get my fill then, I suppose. 787 00:42:56,808 --> 00:42:59,368 (gentle music) 788 00:43:08,361 --> 00:43:11,714 (gentle music swells) 789 00:43:23,876 --> 00:43:26,938 (gentle music fades)