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What are you looking for, Ljiljana?

I wanted to find the photo you were looking at last night.

-I bet he's professing his love for her now. -You think?

Ika can't talk about anything else with women.

But I'll catch them.

Ika is going around telling people how I'm dumb and can't hold a conversation.

He will regret it.

I'll show them both I'm not dumb.

I'm not dumb at all.

Excuse me, a young lady stopped me.

<i>I followed her.</i>

<i>Then I lost her.</i>

<i>When I saw her again, she seemed upset.</i>

<i>She must've got bad news.</i>

<i>But she was so beautiful.</i>

<i>I was enchanted by her</i> <i>looks while my heart bled.</i>

R... T... I.

Margita.

SINGLE MARRIED

Come here.

Come here.

-Here you go. -Thank you.

So?

You're a high school student, right?

I'm a senior.

Worried about your final exam?

No. Just the one in French class.

Are you going to university after that?

I think I will. I can't agree with my father on what I should study.

I want to study law, but he wants me to study philosophy.

It's better for you.

Women lawyers still haven't got all their rights.

And... when you're a lawyer, everyone wants to be represented by a male one.

Listen, Miša. I've been thinking.

-About what? -She should switch rooms.

So she doesn't look at that house anymore.

I agree, this is beginning to be unbearable.

And we should buy her a new sofa.

Mrs. Tomić gave me this.

Listen, darling. You know what your father and I decided?

We're going to buy you a new sofa to sleep on.

-You're not a child anymore. -You're getting a bigger room.

You deserve a nice room.

Alright?

Hey, Ljiljana. I got caught up.

I had a meeting with clients, and then Voja stopped by.

He and Vera invited us to visit her father in the countryside.

Would you like to go?

Yes, that would be great.

It's a two-hour drive, but the nature there is beautiful.

We'd have to get up at six.

What's going on with you? Are you sick?

I'm going to the garden.

It's beautiful here, isn't it?

I was always missing a garden in Belgrade.

There was a funny court hearing today.

Three women wanted to beat up one man.

-Why? -He was cheating on all of them.

His lawful wife and two mistresses.

First, he left his wife and went to live with one mistress in an apartment.

The wife sued the mistress for stealing her husband and sought compensation.

Then, the second mistress showed up in court, and she also sued the first mistress

for stealing the man who promised her marriage.

The judge barely managed to calm them down and stop the fight.

In the end, they found out he was cheating on all of them.

-And? -Nothing.

The policemen stopped the fight.

The lawful wife will file for divorce,

and the other two agreed to testify against him.

How dumb of them, being cheated on by the same man.

They're frivolous.

It's easy for a woman to believe a man loves her since it's the only thing she wants.

It's the only thing a man wants as well.

Mr. Tomić!

Would you and your missus like to come to our house?

We'll be right there.

Shall we?

We shall.

I'll just go get my tobacco.

I should go change.

This is a housecoat, after all.

No need, we're going next door.

It looks really nice on you anyway.

I'll be right back.

That dress looks really nice on you.

I saw it on you before, I looked at it over the fence and admired it.

-Come in, have a seat. -Thank you.

Our studio apartments are upstairs.

Really, Ika? Studio apartments?

Ika's room is always a mess. And Milan's is always tidy.

Milan bought his own furniture.

He loves everything to be just right.

The military academy really teaches them right.

Yes, but if you, for example, wanted to come to my room,

I would show you how everything there was just fine.

Everything's just fine because Vida cleaned.

We'll see what it looks like tomorrow.

Trust me, sometimes I wish Ika was a girl.

I would've loved to have a daughter like you.

Anka, for God's sake.

Wait for our two sons to get married, then you'll have two daughters.

Milan is taking a higher course and, like all officers, he'll marry late.

Fine. I agree. We should marry young.

Go and get married then.

Finish school, get a job in the Court and get married.

The apartment's free.

-Where's Milan? -He's studying.

I can go get him.

Go get him, Ika.

Milan? Come out.

It's not very nice. Radmilo's asking about you.

Hey. You should see Ljiljana.

She looks like a bombshell.

Let me just finish this and I'll be right there.

I don't get you.

I know you like her, but you don't want to see her.

Your home is beautiful.

Yes, we have three bedrooms upstairs, a dining room, a saloon.

Your garden is amazing.

Yes, it's very spacious.

We planted onions, eggplant, green beans.

Radmilo, we could plant some vegetables too.

-We have enough room. -We'll do it next year.

Take some baked goods. My Đoka loves them.

Why don't you tell them I love them, too?

You swallow them whole.

Here comes Milan.

-Good evening. -Good evening.

-Good evening, Milan. -Good evening, neighbour.

Here, have some coffee.

How are you, Milan?

I'm studying, so I'm very tired.

You're lovely at the violin. I heard you playing.

I started learning to play in the first grade of high school.

I also took lessons for four years as a lieutenant.

Why don't you praise me as well, madam?

I play the guitar.

Yes, you play very well, too.

Ljiljana, we have to get going.

Voja, the engineer, invited us to the country.

We have to wake up early.

That's a nice road.

-The madam hasn't been there yet? -I haven't.

We have to wake up before five.

Promise me you'll come back again.

Of course, we will. You come by our house as well. Along with the gentlemen.

We will. Of course, we will.

-What is it? -May I come in, Radmilo?

Come in.

What is it, madam?

I wanted...

Radmilo, I'm so confused.

One minute, you can't stand me, the other, we're a happy couple.

Why do you take me out in public?

Why do you continue to expand my acquaintances?

Wouldn't living a more secluded life be easier until the three months are up?

I think everyone would find it suspicious if we never went out.

This way, I'll be able to think of a good reason for why we are splitting up.

Yes, I forgot you're a lawyer

and your job is to convince people to believe your lies.

It's not always just lies.

Yes. Probably.

Good night.

Good night.

-Good morning. -Good morning.

I'm so happy to see you.

Was it hard waking up this early?

It wasn't. I don't like sleeping in.

You'll see, it's wonderful in the countryside.

The food's amazing.

All my Voja thinks about is enjoyment.

We'll stop by to pick up a cousin of ours.

You won't mind if she comes with us, will you, Ljiljana?

Why would I?

She's a wonderful girl, you'll see. Radmilo knows her. She's studying law.

She's actually Voja's cousin.

-Hello. -Hello.

This is our Margita.

Margita Pantić.

I'm so glad you invited me.

Tell me, where are Mr. and Mrs. Tomić?

They went on a day trip. They'll be back tonight.

That's nice. Goodbye.

"Since day one, I've been thinking about you...

...and your dark, brown eyes.

I've been listening to you playing the guitar every night.

Play it for me more often.

You needn't be perplexed by my decision to write to you.

Not all women are happily married.

Lj. T."

Oh, no.

Mother, don't you knock before coming in?

Ika, I have never knocked before.

-Well, you should from now on. -I'm sorry.

I wanted to ask you if you would like some tea?

-No, thank you. -Alright.

"Since day one, I've been thinking about you and your dark, brown eyes.

I've been listening to you playing the guitar every night.

Play it for me more often.

You needn't be perplexed by my decision to write to you.

Not all women are happily married.

Lj. T."

I'm so excited we'll visit my father in the countryside.

He's going to be happy to see all of us together.

He just wants his little girl to be happy.

It wouldn't be like that if he had a grandbaby.

He will have one, Verka.

He will.

Soon, you'll be getting there as well.

Yes. Yes.

Ljiljana can't wait.

Margita, you're at university, right?

Yes, I'm studying law. I'm a clerk in the court.

So, you take your exams in Belgrade?

Yes, I have an exam coming up.

Do you attend trials sometimes?

Sometimes. When Radmilo's defending.

I like listening to his defense.

-I can learn a lot from him. -Thank you.

So you'll be taking the bar exam?

I would if I knew I'd have as many clients as Radmilo has.

But male lawyers are more appreciated.

That's why our Margita's going to be a clerk in the Court.

-And she's going to marry a judge. -If I agree to that.

Tell me Radmilo, would you have married me if I were a lawyer?

I wouldn't. Both husband and wife lawyers? It would be a marriage from hell.

Women are too sensitive for that job.

I'm surprised you're so conservative about women's professions.

You, too, were at that hearing yesterday, Radmilo?

When those three women wanted to beat up that man.

I was. I told Ljiljana about it.

-What happened? -The man cheated on all three of them.

Serves him right then.

First, they wanted to fight each other.

But they realized what was going on, so his wife is going to sue him.

The other two will testify against him.

No need to worry, Verka. He's getting the short end of the stick.

As he should.

Do you like the scenery?

I do, it's beautiful.

Wait until you see my father's land.

It's wild and romantic.

I'm good.

What's with you? Are you mad? Is everything okay?

No, why?

I'm in a great mood.

I was thinking I'd take you to the riverside for a walk through nature.

Now we can take a walk through the village

so you can see the houses and their surroundings.

-Vera! -Hello, father.

-This is Ljiljana. -Radmilo's wife?

Nice to meet you. Where are the others?

They stayed at the house.

Ljiljana's here for the first time, so I took her on a walk.

You're going to love it.

Carry on with your walk, I'll go say hello to Radmilo and Voja.

-Margita's here as well. -That's nice!

My father loves having company.

-Hello, Vera. -Hello.

-What are the ladies from the country like? -Not like they used to be.

The countryside isn't as ideal anymore as it used to be.

I like the girls from Karlovci, they seem very patriarchal.

It depends.

Some go off to study in Belgrade and become wild.

When they come back, they want to do the same.

Some do it with married men as well.

It's really nice here.

The river's downhill.

I'll show you a hot spring later.

Vera? Come here.

I'm coming. I have to help my mother.

What is it?

Well then... I'm glad you invited us.

Here you go.

Now you'll see how a priest's wife cooks.

My son-in-law is exaggerating, as always.

-No, not at all. -No, he's not.

You have a big library.

Yes, feel free to take any book you like.

Thank you. I'll have a look after lunch.

Dig in. Bon apetit.

Thank you.

Voja's not exaggerating at all.

This is exquisite.

Everything here is fresh, that's why it's good.

I think it's because you're a chef.

A chef.

You're already tanned, Ljiljana.

Yes, you look really nice.

Thank you.

Good choice.

You don't mind if I borrow it?

Please, Ljiljana. A book is worth the number of people who read it.

Thank you.

You should ease up on the wine, you have to drive us home.

I'm afraid you won't be going home today, kids.

They can stay. We have enough beds, there's room.

Ljiljana and Radmilo can be in the guest bedroom.

Although, there's only one bed in there.

They don't mind. They're newlyweds.

I can't stay. I have to go to the office tomorrow.

But we'll get an early start, around five or six.

Please, no. I'd be very nervous.

I'd prefer it if we'd get going. I have to go to the bank early tomorrow.

Then we'll wait for the rain to stop.

You'll stay overnight another time.

We'll have a great time then, we'll sing and dance.

And maybe there will be pastries.

For sure.

-Cheers. -Cheers.

We have to do this again.

-But for two days. -In the same company.

Your mother is going to spoil me.

You're already spoiled, Voja.

Be careful with Radmilo, Ljiljana.

Husbands need to know their wives are looking after them.

That's true.

I can vouch for Radmilo. I see him almost every day.

He handles himself very well.

Radmilo, I'll bring you that case from Judge Novaković.

-Alright. -You'll be in your office tomorrow?

Yes, in the afternoon.

I'll be seeing you then.

-Of course. -Good night.

-Goodbye. -Goodbye.

Ljiljana, what's with you?

Nothing! You wouldn't be interested anyway!

-Just leave me alone! -Tell me what's going on?

You're afraid someone would suspect something?

Don't worry, I'll be cheerful in front of everyone, just leave me alone!

Ljiljana.

Ljiljana, tell me what's wrong? You've been acting strange all day.

-You really want to know? -Yes.

Fine. Stay here.

Here's what's going on.

Margita's letters.

Addressed to you.

-Where did you find them? -Does it matter?

How is this my fault?

No, it's not your fault she writes to and loves you.

But you bringing her into my company and having her sit next to me?

She's a lonely girl.

I even suggested they take her out so she could meet someone, maybe a husband.

So they brought her to you?

I didn't expect them to bring her.

She's their cousin, it makes sense.

Tell me honestly, would you prefer it if no woman wanted me before you?

No!

That's not what I'm saying.

You give her compliments, giving her hope.

You're making a scene over nothing.

-Over nothing?! -It is, she's a nice girl.

She's a nice girl? Of course, she is.

She's a nice girl. She's better than me.

Because I'm a monster to you.

I'm an empty-headed adventurist. I'm the only one you don't want to see the good in.

Don't cry, Ljiljana.

Don't, your beautiful eyes will get tired.

You don't care about my eyes.

Why do you think that?

You even kept her pillow.

When I got it, I didn't know it was from her.

I found out from the letter.

If it bothers you, we can throw it away.

Why did you keep the letters, then?

You really want to know?

Because there are a few lines about you in those letters.

When she wrote those letters, she didn't expect I'd keep and read them

just because I read about your serious demeanor in Belgrade.

You didn't want us to stay the night because of her, right?

What else bothers you about me? Come on, tell me.

You got what you wanted, to make me suffer.

Listen, Radmilo.

I don't want a life like this one.

This has to end.

I'm going back to my parents tomorrow.

You're a lawyer, you'll take care of it.

What if I don't let you leave?

What then?

You can't stop me.

You've made me suffer long enough.

Is that so?

Go then.

You got your wish.

Ljiljana!

-Ljiljana, open this door! -No!

-Open the door, or I'll it down! -No!

-Open it! -No!

-You're going to regret this! -I've regretted enough!

Radmilo?

I realized something.

You do love me, after all.

And I love you too.

Radmilo?

Ika only looks at Ljiljana's yard.

What makes them so obsessed with her?

I'm sorry, I started breakfast without you.

I don't mind.

I told Julija to set the table here. Is that alright?

Yes, I like eating outside.

You have a lot of work to do today?

The normal amount.

Do you like the pie?

It's tasty.

That's the cheese Vera's mother sent us.

-Really? -Yes.

-Ljiljana. -Yes?

I'm in a hurry to go to work.

That's fine.

Enjoy your meal.

Thank you.

<i>Dear Radmilo,</i>

<i>as you can probably see,</i> <i>my decision hasn't changed.</i>

<i>I'm going back home to Belgrade.</i>

<i>I can't even tell anymore when</i> <i>we're newlyweds who are in love,</i>

<i>and when we're the greatest of enemies.</i>

<i>I think there's no reason</i> <i>for us to suffer any longer.</i>

<i>Neither you, nor I.</i>

<i>There's no need for that.</i>

<i>I'm not taking my things.</i>

<i>So you have the time</i> <i>to think of a reason I left.</i>

<i>I believe there's no reason</i> <i>to lie any longer.</i>

<i>But I leave that up to you.</i>

<i>I'll send someone over to get my things.</i>

<i>I'm not mad at you.</i>

Julija? I'm going out for a walk.

That's great! Have a nice time, Madam.

Mrs. Tomić, hello.

-Hello. -How are you?

I'm fine, thank you. And you?

Well... alright, not bad.

How's Nada? Has she recovered?

Nada's just fine, completely recovered, thanks to the food you sent.

-She's doing really well. -I'm so glad.

-Say hi to her for me, please. -I will.

If you need anything fixed around the house, my husband can help.

Feel free to call us.

Thank you, but there's no need.

I'll...

I won't be here for a while,

but I'll make sure Nada gets food, don't worry.

Thank you, you are a godsend.

-Thank you so much. -Goodbye.

Goodbye.

So Mr. Tomić...

I went there with the case, but nobody was there.

I'm certain I got the address right. Maybe they got the time wrong.

Yeah...

-Mr. Tomić? -What?

-Is everything fine? -Yes.

-What should I do with the case? -With what?

With this case.

Everything's fine, you'll take it some other time. Good job.

-Hello, madam. -Hello. What a surprise.

Are you going to see Radmilo?

I'm just on my way to ask him for a book I need for my exam.

No, I'm going to the store to buy something.

-I'm going to the office. Goodbye. -Yes, yes.

Goodbye.

Pera, I'm going home.

You're free to go when you're finished.

Understood. Goodbye.

See you tomorrow.

END OF EPISODE FIVE