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Our story begins 18 years ago,

the day Camila Wilde-Silva

first walked into a comic bookshop.

She had just moved to London from Mexico.

Her life was upside down, inside out,

and emotionally jet lagged.

And then comics.

Suddenly, everything made sense.

Well, not everything, but enough.

Ever since she finished reading that first issue,

she knew that was what she wanted to do

for the rest of her life,

which is a very big decision for a 12-year-old.

And even though it was not easy, she loved it.

She loved telling stories.

It did, however, come at a cost.

No stability, no relationship,

but at least it was still in London.

Sure, it wasn't the nice bit she grew up in,

but it was still the city she loved.

Just the less nice bit.

Because at the end of the day, she had a picture

of this perfect life she'd have by now.

The beautiful home, the handsome husband,

the wonderful kids, the two cats,

and a library with bookcases so tall you need a ladder,

all while doing what she loved.

As long as she worked hard on her craft,

she knew a successful career would come first

and everything else would follow.

And she did get published. She did win awards.

She did achieve the dream. Just not all of it.

It wasn't part of her plan

to still be living in a mouldy houseshare when she turned 30.

Camila, you have to stop making so much noise.

- It's a light switch. - I'm trying to meditate.

Mental health is really important.

- Okay. - Just turn it on quietly like this.

She could deal with living

with four nightmare housemates in her 20s,

with always being single,

with never really having enough money.

Be quiet.

Because she knew that all she needed was one big break.

One that would make everything fall perfectly into place.

- Hey, Lucy. - Good news.

They loved the pitch. - Really?

Yeah, they want to go ahead

with a full 12 issue series with an option for movie rights

and a 25K advance, after my fee.

Oh my God, that's incredible.

They should send the contract through

in the next few days, I'll be in touch.

Thank you so much, Lucy.

All right?

Here we have vintage bespoke MDF panelling

with cutting edge acrylic countertops.

And here we have our dual-function

hydrogen dioxide hybrid tap.

I'll take it.

It doesn't work like that.

First you have to put in an offer.

And then after the offer,

there's the surveys you have to do and -

Okay, okay, I'll put in an offer then.

Great, first, we have a very reasonable holding deposit.

That's amazing, congratulations.

Keep it down.

Did I tell you about the newest thing?

She wants me to clean the doorknobs counterclockwise.

- Why? - Because they look shinier that way.

You must be so excited to give your notice.

You're finally getting rid of this bitch.

Oh, I've already given my notice.

Oh, the sale's gone through? That's so quick.

Not yet, but it'll be fine.

I'm sure it will be.

Look at you doing all these things.

This is so exciting.

Speaking of, I got excited about the advance.

You know that camera lens you were looking at?

Camila, these are expensive. I can't accept this.

Of course you can.

You deserve it.

Anyway, how are you?

Did you hear anything about the exhibition?

- Yeah, I didn't get it. - I'm sorry.

I'm just kind of tired

of working at these pubs, you know?

My manager is such a dick.

But I have an idea.

I'm sorry, it's so rude,

but I'm waiting to hear from my agent.

Do you mind if I -

Oh no, yeah, no problem.

Everything okay?

Yeah. John's getting married.

Why do people have to send me this stuff?

Oh, I'm sorry.

No, I'm fine. It's been years.

I just thought I’d beat him to it, you know?

Yeah, I know, but who wants to get married anyway?

It's so old-fashioned.

I want to. I've always wanted to.

I like the idea of getting my friends

and family together, celebrating that we found love.

And that's cute, but...

It's really cute.

But when I think about it, I feel a bit behind, you know?

You are not behind?

You're buying a flat in London

without your parents' help and by doing what you love.

It’s not like you’re a banker or banging one.

I could bang a banker

if I wanted to.

You were doing so well. Are you on the apps?

- Kind of. - Which ones?

- None of them. - How long?

Three years.

No, since the last time you had sex.

Camila, no,

oh, we need to get you back on the apps ASAP.

I hate the apps.

Why can't I just meet someone at the pub or something?

- To even go to the pub? - Sometimes.

Online dating feels so casual.

I don't want to get laid,

Mija, after three years,

that should be all you want to do.

I want a relationship.

I've never cum from my one night stand.

You've definitely been

sleeping with the wrong people then.

I just can't do it with someone I don't trust. Okay?

Well, you're not going to have a relationship

unless you put yourself out there.

You work in your bedroom.

The only person you're ever going to meet here

is some scary rapist coming through the window.

- Clarita. - Or one of your flatmates.

Are they single?

- Camila. - All right?

I think I'm good.

Give the apps a try.

I can help you with your profile.

I can take some cute pictures of you

at your dad's thing on Friday

cause we need to get you laid as soon as possible.

- I don't know. - Come on, it'll be fun.

I mean, not the getting laid part?

I mean, that too probably, hopefully.

But the photos.

Plus, you'll be helping me out.

That's the idea I wanted to talk to you about.

I'm starting this dating app photography business.

‘Pictures to Get You Laid’ or Headshots to Get Head’.

I don't know. Still figuring that out, please.

Fine. But make me look successful.

And hot. Mainly hot.

Hello? Hi, Camila, it's Ben.

I've just had a chat with the seller's solicitor.

They're getting a bit impatient.

They still haven't received your deposit.

I have to tell them something. Any updates?

I mean-

Look, I know you really want this flat.

And with those vintage MDF fixtures, who can blame you.

But at this point, they're wondering

whether or not you're serious

or whether or not we even have proof of funds.

I told you I'm waiting for this advance to come through.

They're looking to move on if they don't receive

the funds by Friday.

Come here, boy. - By Friday?

I can push them to the end of the day,

but really, they're ready to go with a different buyer.

I mean, I'm sure the money will come through,

but if it doesn't, we can get something else, right?

I hate to say this, and I would never give you

financial advice, but the way things are looking,

this might be your only shot.

Not my only shot.

They are projecting a 10% increase

to house prices this year,

and the interest rates are going up again in November.

I sold a flat two doors down from this one,

and within two weeks, the value went up by 30K.

- That's not true. - It's London, I'm afraid.

It's how it works.

I can never give you financial advice,

but honestly, how it's going, it's now or never.

Unless you wanna look at more houseboats.

The last time, Ben.

I am not going into debt for 30 years for a boat.

I can show you some anchored in prime parking space.

I'll have the money by Friday, okay?

Hi, you've reached Lucy at Unified Agents.

I can't come to the phone right now.

Leave a message and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

Hi, Lucy. It's Camila here.

I was wondering if you could chase them about my contract.

It's been weeks already.

Shut up.

I'm sure it’s nothing, but I'm starting to get a bit nervous.

Please call me back as soon as you can.

Love you. Sorry.

Thank you. Bye.

Talk to me, Lucy.

Sorry, I don't know why I said that.

What? But you said it was as good as done.

Do you know who?

Please tell me.

I've got a social media presence.

Not two million followers, but...

So there's nothing we can do.

I could reduce my rate or...

Of course.

Sorry, I know it's not your fault.

Thank you for letting me know.

Hey, Camila, I was just reading an article

about the average rent increase being 20% this year,

and it made me think of you.

I still haven't heard, and the deadline is tomorrow.

I would never give you financial advice,

but I cannot stress this enough,

it's probably your only chance to buy.

Please get back to me as soon as you can.

It's both a great investment and-

Not only a great investment.

It's not only a great investment.

It's an opportunity to find - An incredible opportunity.

It's an incredible opportunity

to finally get myself on the housing ladder

and own my own home. - Perfect.

- They will help. - I hope so.

It'll be fine.

So shitty that the contract hasn't come through yet, though.

Yeah, I know.

Why does my mom insist on having a picture of Sophie here?

- It's a picture of you too. - I guess.

Ever since she could remember,

Camila had been compared to her cousin, Sophie.

Sophie was always better behaved, did better in school,

made better choices.

She even became a lawyer, like Camila's dad.

Camila did not.

Something her mother, a woman

who has never been delicate about anything in her life,

likes to constantly remind her.

- Mama, Dad. - We're in here.

What's all this food for?

I told you it should be just a small gathering, Lucía.

I know, I know, but it's your 65th birthday, Richard.

It doesn't happen every day.

Is it so wrong that I want to celebrate you?

- Hey. - Oh, you're early.

This is unheard of. - Happy birthday, Dad.

- I got you this. - Oh, thank you, sweetheart.

I love the paper.

What have we got...

Oh, where did you get this?

This has been out of print for years.

I found it in a tiny little bookshop in Brixton.

Oh, good find. Thank you, my darling.

Happy birthday tío.

Bought you a bottle of tequila.

Richard, we should have a toast.

We haven't had a chance to celebrate.

Ay, your new comic book commission is amazing, Camila.

We are so proud of you.

Thanks. But it's Dad's birthday.

We should be toasting him.

We can have many toasts. Helen, come here.

We're toasting to Camila. - Please, mama.

- My darling girl. - Nan, You look amazing.

Are you staying for the weekend?

Of course, I never miss a party.

Yeah, well, just make sure

you pace yourself this time, mum.

I paced myself last time too.

It was just a quick pace.

How are you doing, Clarita?

I love your hair. - Oh, thank you.

I like your outfit. - This old thing?

To my daughter and her new job. Salud.

Helen. Are those your paintings in the living room?

Yes, they are.

- Amazing. - Yes.

Camila is not the only artist in the family.

I sold them all over the world, you know?

Can we have a look at them?

I would love to hear more about your process.

Of course. Goodness, I do love your hair.

Do you think it might suit me?

Mama, Dad, I need to talk to you about something.

- Oh God. - No, it's good.

It's exciting. Please sit down.

We need to talk to you about something exciting too.

- Lucía. - Good.

Just let me go first.

Of course, Mi reina.

Go ahead. You can talk to us.

Okay. So you know the houseshare I'm living in.

I'm pregnant.

Lucía, we said we wouldn't say anything just yet.

I know, I know, but I just got so excited.

I had to tell her.

Oh, look how happy she is.

You're going to be a big sister, Camila.

Isn't that incredible?

What did you want to tell us?

Ay, Someone's here already.

We haven't told anyone about the baby yet,

so please don't say anything.

Ay, Richard. You haven't changed.

Go change now, please go, go.

We're coming.

Camila, can you go and get the door, please?

Camila, so good to see you. Have you moved back home?

- No. - Oh I'm sorry.

I didn't mean to.

It's just that my own sons are always threatening

to move back in since the rents are so high.

No worries. Come in, come in, please.

I'm actually trying to buy a flat at the moment.

Oh, are you?

Oh, it's so hard, isn't it?

It's always been tricky to get your own place.

Your uncle Tom and I had to work

so very hard when we got our first home.

We got married when I was 21,

but we only managed to do it when I was 24.

And then we had to save every penny we had

to get our four bed.

Sarah, so glad you could make it.

Oh, I see you brought your own food.

Just a little something.

Shepherds pie, I though I told you

not to bring anything, didn't I?

Yes, you did.

But not everyone can eat tacos, darling.

They're not tacos. They're enchiladas huastecas.

A special dish from my hometown.

And I made a vegan and gluten-free option

so everyone could eat them.

Oh, that's nice.

I'm sure everyone would like a vegan

gluten-free taco.

But I made this just in case.

That's great.

Shall we take it into the kitchen, mama?

Thanks, lovely, you just need to pop it into the oven

for 20 minutes at 175. - No problem.

20 minutes at 175.

What's wrong with my enchiladas, mijita?

What's wrong with them?

She's always trying to undermine me.

Doesn't matter what I do, it always feels like she hates me.

I think she just can't stand that nan likes you better.

You think?

Can I talk to you for a sec?

Of course, mi reina, you had some news.

Should I get your dad? - No, no, no.

Maybe we can ask him together.

I was wondering if I could get

some financial help with something.

Financial help. What's wrong?

Nothing's wrong, mama.

Are they still asking you to wear for free?

No, it's just the new job is taking

a bit longer to get started.

Are you behind on the rent again?

No, mama. I just -

You need to make sure you keep some money for rent.

- It's not that, mama. - We had to pay before.

Once! eight years ago.

Look, I was wondering... - There you are.

I just wanted to ask if you needed

a hand with anything.

Ah, Mary, that's very kind of you, but it's all good.

Oh, say hi to your Auntie Mary.

Hi, Auntie Mary, how are the birds?

Oh, well, Archie and Harriet have this new toy,

which they absolutely love.

You have to see it.

Clive's been a bit poorly.

The vets say he might need a third operation on his wing.

And don't get me started on Ruben.

That's fascinating. Can't wait to hear more about it.

But d’you mind if I talk to my mom for two secs?

Camila Wilde-Silva, don't be so rude.

We can talk after the party.

Ai, Mary, please ignore my daughter.

Speaking of daughters, are we expecting Sophie?

Oh, of course. She'll be here later.

How is she doing? I heard about the new house.

Fantastic, she's actually going to be

on the telly tomorrow night,

talking about her most recent case.

She's representing a group of Vietnamese refugees,

victims of human trafficking.

So glamorous.

I don’t know how Amal Clooney even bothers

to get out of bed anymore.

That's just what I said!

Well, Camila has just got this new comic book commission.

Let's talk about movie rights and everything.

Don't be shy. Tell her.

When was the last time you waxed your lip?

- Mama. - See a bit of a moustache.

There's nothing there.

Sophie wouldn't have one.

Ay, I'm Mary, I keep telling her

she needs to take care of herself

if she doesn't want to stay single forever.

You're not getting any younger, mijita.

Thank you for that, mama.

Auntie Mary, would you like a drink?

Mary, where are my manners?

Let me fix your drink.

I'll go give her a hand.

- Shouldn't someone get that? - I'll get it.

how did it go?

This is Jesse, Jesse, Camila.

- Hey. - Nice to meet you.

- How did it go? - It didn't.

What you mean?

I have to go get that.

Ey, Camila.

Are you getting paid to do those cute little drawings?

- You're still drawing? - Yep.

- It's nice to have a hobby. - Oh no, no, no.

The wedding's next year.

Thinking of having kids with that nice boyfriend of yours?

Are you seeing anyone though?

When are you thinking of settling down?

I know this guy and he's just got divorced.

I think it'd be great for each other.

Do people still buy comics?

So you're single then?

Are you not worried about AI?

Oh, are you still in that cute little houseshare?

You think you'll like ever settle down?

Still single then?

I don't really like super heroes.

- Are you married then? - Are you still with you John?

So do you have any kids?

They can be a bit much,

can't they? - Yeah.

Honestly, I don't understand why they never ask

about my love life.

Right, I'm gonna to head back in. Wish me luck.

This light looks amazing on you.

Oh, I found the name of my business now. Move over here.

Pix for Dix.

I mean, maybe it sounds a bit heteronormative,

but ironic heteronormativity is sort of in right now.

So I don't know.

We can take a couple out here and then some inside

because we want some

where you look like you have friends, you know?

I have friends.

Yeah, I know, but we need proof.

I'm sorry. I can't do this right now.

It didn't go well. I didn't even ask them.

What? Why?

Because my mom said she's pregnant.

She can't be pregnant. She's like 50.

I know, but she is.

I have to go find her. I cannot lose this flat.

- Oh, you're buying a flat? - Yeah.

I'm trying to. Sorry, who are you?

- Jesse. - Oh, his parents

live two doors down.

I'm trying to buy too. It's ridiculous, isn't it?

I put my offer in 10 months ago and it's still not done.

That's why I'm back with my parents.

10 months? Why is it taking so long?

Oh, the leasehold needs to be renewed

and it's taken forever.

But you're not leasing. You're buying it.

No, like, I mean, the leasehold.

Like when you buy a flat here, you don't own the land.

- What? - Yeah.

It’s owed by some land baron, probably.

Like the Earl of Cuxton or something.

That's crazy. We don't have that in Mexico.

How can you still have that?

It comes from the feudal system.

Oh, we had a feudal system too.

It was called the latifundios.

But you know what we did?

We had a revolution.

Gave the land back to the people.

You should try it.

Yeah, well, we've never been great at them.

I mean, look at Brexit.

You think Brexit was a revolution?

Well, you could argue that Brexit -

I'm sorry, sorry to interrupt.

How can you afford to buy?

Well, my business isn't doing too badly.

Oh, cool. What business?

You must be fresh out of uni.

I didn't go to uni.

He's got a pretty cool t-shirt business.

You're buying a flat selling T-shirts in London.

We ship worldwide, actually.

No, no, I mean you're buying a flat in London?

- Yeah. - They're pretty cool.

Show her, we were talking about

maybe doing like a collab together.

I can take some photos for the site, you know.

- Wait. - That's pretty cool.

Kinda looks like you're a comic, Camila.

That is one of mine.

You're behind these guys? Wow.

You are doing well.

You guys know each other?

No, I just licensed some of my stuff

to his company ages ago.

No, that's Wild Silver's. The comic creator.

That's me.

No, like they wrote "Galactic Hearts."

I wrote "Galactic Hearts."

My surname's Wilde-Silva.

Wait, you're Wild Silver?

Yes. Sorry, I don't have time for this.

I have to go.

Is she really Wild Silver?

That's mad.

That's so lovely, you're so kind.

Camila, so good to see you. It's Sally.

I'm a friend of your mum's from WI.

- Oh, yes. - I really wanted you to meet

my nephew, Alejandro.

He's from Mexico, you know?

My brother moved there many years ago,

married a nice Mexican girl.

Alejandro, come here.

Hello. I brought you this.

I think it fits the theme.

but Day of the Dead is not till October.

What's that?

- There he is. - Hi.

This is Camila. Lucía's daughter.

Alejandro is a comic just like you.

Maybe you can give him some tips.

- No, sorry. I'm not- - Nonsense.

Your mom's always bragging about how successful you are.

He's also single, by the way.

Come on. Tell her a joke.

- You’re okay, auntie? - Come on, Pepito one.

Tell her the Pepito joke. - Pepito?

Oh, he's a character for Mexican jokes.

Oh, okay.

I don't think she wants to hear-

- Just tell the joke. - Okay, fine.

So Pepito says to his teacher,

"What is soft but becomes hard in the hands of a woman?"

I don't think I want to hear this.

It's nail polish.

It's nail polish.

See, you need to work on your delivery.

Please give him some pointers.

I'll leave you to it.

- I'm sorry. - I'm not a comic.

I’m a-d’you know what? Doesn't matter.

I need a drink. Do you need a drink?

I need a drink.

You know, I've been to Mexico three times

and they really don't drink tequila that much.

They enjoy cervezo, which is Spanish for beer.

Cerveza, it's feminine.

I don't think so.

Marcela, you came.

- Of course. - Ciao bella.

Mama said she wasn't sure if you would

because of this little one.

When you're an immigrant,

other immigrants tend to become your family.

Marcela and Camila are not related,

but grew up together as if they were.

In Mexico, we would call them primas postizas, fake cousins.

Camila always looked up to Marcela.

She was driven and successful.

But above all, she was proof

that you could get all the things.

A career she loved, financial security,

a sexy Italian husband, and a family.

- You look amazing. - Thank you.

Giovanni, did you bring her hat?

- It’s here. - And her shoes?

I go get it.

So how are you?

Your name came up at work the other day.

Oh yeah?

Sorry, I have to go do something really quickly,

but I promise we can catch up properly later.

Okay.

She's not without gravy.

Dad, can I talk to you for a sec?

Oh, Camila. I'm Heather.

Your dad was just telling us that you're an illustrator.

I've got this brilliant idea for a children's book.

- Heather. - What?

I need somebody to draw it.

But you've only just met her, darling.

I'm sorry. I'm sorry.

I need to borrow my dad for two secs.

I need help with something in the kitchen.

Okay.

What are you doing?

- What was that? - Food has run out.

I thought it was good to make too much.

Can we please focus? I really need to talk to you.

It's really, really important. Please sit down.

Look, the houseshare I'm living in isn't ideal.

- Camila. - All right?

As you know, basically,

to cut a long story short, I'm buying a flat.

You are?

Ay mi reina, first the job and now your very own flat.

Show me, show me, show me.

Ay, Richard, our baby's all grown up.

- So whereabouts is it? - Thamesmead.

Never heard of it.

It's in Bexley, Dad.

I know it's not perfect, but it would be mine.

I can make it into a home, you know?

The thing is, the contract is taking a little

too long to come through.

For the new job, I mean.

The seller is in a hurry to sell

and the paperwork's nearly done.

So they need my deposit by the end of today

or I lose the flat.

By the end of today?

Yeah, I didn't tell you

because I wanted it to be official.

How about your savings?

I've been telling you to save for years.

And I have, it's just never enough.

Please, Dad, I wouldn't ask if it wasn't really necessary.

- How much do you need? - I said I have 50K

and actually I only have half.

I was hoping you could help me with the rest of the deposit.

- It's a lot of money. - Not for you, Dad.

Look, it's not only a great investment.

It's an amazing opportunity to-

I'm sorry, sweetheart.

I wish we could help, but well, I'm retired now

and we'll, we've got other expenses

to think about with the baby.

I know, but maybe don't go on four holidays this year.

We don't take four holidays a year.

This year is only been three and the Venice trip coming up but doesn’t count.

Lucía, I told you not to book that.

Richard, Lucía. We need you for this.

We have guests. We'll talk about it later.

Wait.

Oh my goodness, Sophie, hi.

That looks expensive.

Oh, I just picked this up on the way.

Your mom was telling me

all about the new house, congratulations.

It's very exciting.

Been picking our kitchen tiles all this week.

- Oh, nice. - Yes.

I thought you didn't drink tequila.

Ah, sometimes I want a shot.

This is good tequila. We sip it.

If it was for sipping, it wouldn't be in a short glass.

Camila, how are you?

I haven't seen you in ages.

I mean, how can you find the time?

I heard about your TV appearance

talking about the deaf blind orphans from Myanmar.

Actually, they're victims of trafficking from Vietnam.

And I told my mum not to tell anyone about that.

Well, you know how news spreads in this family.

Are you all right? - Yeah.

I'm surprised you could make it.

Shouldn't you be picking out kitchen tiles

for you new house with Craig? - Who's...

Charlie. - Sorry, I need to take this.

Hello? - Any updates?

I cannot stress enough how urgent this is.

I need to get back to the seller ASAP.

Just, I'll let you know as soon as it's done.

Give me an hour.

- Hey, Cami. - Have you seen my dad?

Last time I saw him, he was in the kitchen, I think.

So listen, tell me about this new job.

The one your mum just told me about?

- Yeah, it's all right. - Just all right?

It's just not as big of a deal as everyone seems to think.

- Is it a long contract? - Not really.

Okay, so you know how ages ago you came in to talk about

that animation project?

They'd like to offer you a permanent position. Really?

I know it's just corporate animation work,

but it's a really lovely project.

It's a good rate and it comes with an apartment.

And as easy as that,

maybe Camila's problems are solved.

I mean, it would be nice to know

where the next paycheck is coming from for once.

And I guess I can always make comics on the side, right?

Yes, of course.

And they've actually just changed their base.

So now they have this amazing office in Polanco.

- Where? - Oh, it's this lovely

posh neighbourhood in Mexico City.

Or maybe not.

But Polanco is really quite nice.

I don't know.

Cami. This is an amazing opportunity.

And you should do it while you're young.

I mean, I couldn't move

with a little one and everything but you...

But you're free.

Yeah, it's really cool. I'll think about it.

- Giovanni. - Sorry,

I need to go find my parents,

but I'll see you in a bit, yeah?

Giovanni, how many times do I have to tell you?

Do you... You wanna dance?

If I wanted to dance, I will be dancing.

Come on. Bet you've got some moves.

- Because I'm Latina? - No.

Maybe. Shut up.

Come on, I bet you're better than me.

I warn you. I'm not very good.

Good. Then we can be bad together.

Not like that. Like this.

Okay. Okay, I'm sorry.

Thanks for the dance. Got to go.

Lovely to meet you.

I've got to go. I've got to go, bye.

Sorry.

- You're leaving? - Yes. I'm sorry.

I'm working tonight.

My dad said no to the money.

- What? - He point-blank refused.

I'm going to lose the flat.

No, no, no, you're okay.

Don't worry. You can get another flat.

I can't. - They go up faster

than I can save.

I will never be able to borrow enough.

I should have never given my notice.

Why don't you just borrow it?

I just told you I can't.

No, from your parents.

Maybe they can't just give it to you now,

but you have the advance coming, right?

Why don't you just borrow it till then?

Anyway, I have to go.

Don't worry. You'll be fine.

You'll see. - Wait.

We didn't take the pictures.

Oh, it's okay.

We'll find another time.

Also, I got my first big client for Pix for Dix.

Oh, that's great. Who?

Chill is not Jesse.

No, Clarita no. He's like 12.

I'm not saying you should marry him.

All I'm saying is...

- He's 12. - He looks old enough to me.

Anyway, got to go. - Wait.

- Who's your client? - Helen.

- My nan? She wants pix for - Dix.

Pretty cool, right?

Yeah. Congrats.

I love your dress, you look like a princess.

- Thank you. - And how did the race go, my darling?

Really, really good. Thank you.

Thank you so much again for your donation.

It was so generous.

Don't mention it, it was out pleasure.

Oh, thank you. It means a lot.

Oh, Cami, can you come help me, please?

You're the most beautiful girl in the whole wide world.

Did you know that?

Honestly, Marcela, I don't know how you did it.

You have this career, you had this baby.

What's wrong?

Oh, nothing. I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'm quite...

It's just, just hormones, you know?

Are you sure you're okay?

Yeah. Yep, I'm fine. I’m...

I hate being a mother.

I can't believe I just said that.

- It's okay. - No, no, no. No, no.

Don't get me wrong. I...

I love her, but

I just, I just wish I had more time to be me, you know?

God, I wish I could take a job in another country.

I just feel like I've lost myself.

Like, I'm not even a person anymore.

I don't get a moment to myself anymore, like, ever.

Not even... to shit.

Marcela, you need to talk to someone.

My darling, it's okay.

I promise you it will pass.

Tequila

It will pass.

I didn't know she was struggling this much.

It's a big adjustment. The good days get better.

The bad days get so much harder.

Do you really want to go through that again?

- Yes. - Mama, you're free.

You can be whatever you want.

Do you really want 20 more years of this responsibility

and be just a mum?

Hey, there you are, piccolina.

Has she been okay?

- Ah, good as gold. - Thank you.

Come on, piccolina. Let's go.

I'm proud to be a mum. I want this baby.

Look at that little angel. Don't you wish you had one?

Like that will never be an option for me.

Ay, don’t say that.

He's on his way.

You've been saying that to me since I was 12.

Don't you think it's time to accept

that maybe you were wrong?

I know I made different choices to you

and I don't even know if I want kids.

But I really thought at this point I would have something.

I'm about to lose the flat.

I might be about to be homeless.

Don't say that.

You can get another flat.

No, I can't. This is it.

And then my little sister got attacked by a dog.

And then my other sister got carjacked.

But other than that, I'm very well, thank you.

How are you?

Yeah, yeah. I'm okay. Thank you.

Mi amor, please, please,

can we give Camila the money so she can buy the flat?

- Lucía. - I know, I know,

but she'll give it back before we know it.

Ay, it's my mom.

What's that?

I told your mother a thousand times

I didn't want a big party, but she insisted.

Now she wants me to write a speech.

I don't know why, but I cannot say no to her.

And I guess 65 is a big deal.

Of course.

Camila. I'm sorry, but I can't lend you the money.

Why? I'll pay it back, please.

I'm sorry. I can't.

Yes, you can. You literally can.

No, I can't.

You have enough money to sponsor Sophie.

Camila, she was running to raise funds for charity.

Besides, it was only 500 pounds.

- That's so much money. - It isn't really.

Can we talk about this later?

Dad please.

If I don't give them the money now,

I'll never be able to get on the ladder.

Stop saying never.

You will. You're too fatalistic.

You could get yourself a nice place outside of London.

You don't need to be in the city.

But London is my home. I don't want to leave.

I'm not ready.

It's not fair that I don't get to live here, why?

Because I didn't become a lawyer like you.

I know you and mama think my career is a joke.

- No, that's not true. - Oh, please.

I know you don't approve.

- But I do approve. - No, you don't.

You never showed up to any of my book launches,

not that I expected you to.

You were hardly ever there while I was growing up.

I was working.

Sure, Dad. Keep telling yourself that.

I was working, Camila.

And the only reason you're standing there now

asking me for money is because I got a sensible job

so you didn't have to.

This baby needs me.

You're an adult now. - Fine.

Hey. What's wrong?

- I can't breathe. - Okay.

Come here, let's sit down.

Let's sit down.

Deep breaths.

I'm gonna lose the flat.

I'm gonna lose everything.

Breathe.

It's okay. Breathe.

Yeah. It's okay.

It's so much better to not be tied down. Anyway, yeah?

You're buying a flat.

Yeah. To rent out so I can travel.

I don't want an investment.

I want a home. I want a life.

You have a life.

You don't get it. You're so young.

I've given this career, this city everything.

And I have nothing to show for it. I'm single.

I have no financial stability.

I live in the shittiest houseshare ever.

I literally hide my toaster in my bedroom.

My ex told me he was a commitment-phobe

and now he's getting married.

And while I might never have kids,

my mom is having a fucking baby.

Your mom having a baby is a bit weird,

but your ex, fuck that guy.

It's his loss.

What? I'd kill to date someone like you.

- Jesse. - I mean it. Who do I kill?

- I'm way too old for you. - No, you're not.

- I mean, how old are you? 25? - 22.

I'm not Demi Moore.

- Who's Debbie Moore? - Oh God.

Age is just a number.

Okay. So where do you see yourself in five years?

Are you going to give me a job?

You don't get it.

You've got time. You're 22.

I don't have five failed relationships left in me.

You're talking like your life's over.

- It is. - It's really not.

It really is. I fucked my life.

For me to even have a chance at life now,

I need to move across the world and start again.

- But you're Wild Silver. - So what? No one cares.

I care.

You didn't even know it was me.

Camila, I read everything that you've ever done.

Like all of it.

You're amazing.

And where has it got me? It doesn't matter.

Do you remember the end of issue 10 of "Galactic Hearts?"

The bit where Vega sacrifices herself

just so that her star child can have a chance

to grow up during peace time.

- Vega, please don't do it. - I have to.

I think about it all the time.

I couldn't shut up about it when I first read it.

Honestly, I think it's my favourite comic of all time.

Maybe my favourite book of all time.

It is, I promise I'm not just saying that.

I know that it's just a stupid comic book.

I mean, a really good comic book.

But it changed my life. It's important to me.

It means something to me. It matters.

Camila.

Oh, dear.

Your mom just wanted me to see the new fountain.

Well, there it is.

Yes, it's...

It's very nice.

- What are you doing out here? - Nothing, just talking.

I wish I could still do that kind of talking.

Sip it.

It's not a sipping kind of day Mama.

Well, you've had so much,

you're now kissing random boys in the garden.

Mama, please don't have this baby.

What? You're 51 years old, mama.

I'm worried about you.

Think of the risks of your age.

You're making a mistake, but it's not too late.

I can sort this out for you right now.

I can make you an appointment and you can get a termination.

- It's insane, mama. - No, you are insane.

Whatever happens to my body, my choice.

That's the wrong choice.

Thank you so much, everyone.

I've never been someone who makes a big fuss

about birthdays, but this year I felt

it should be celebrated.

I finally retired.

I made it halfway through my seventh decade.

I know, I know, shocking

because I don't look at day over 40, of course.

I'm sorry. I can't.

It's been a year of changes and I feel really, really lucky.

I got a sensible job so you didn't have to.

I get to celebrate the start of this new chapter

with my friends and family.

We've got other expenses to think about with the baby.

I want to make a toast.

Happy birthday, and congratulations on being a dad.

A new dad.

I've been a father for 30 years, Camila.

I know, but congratulations on being a new father.

Not a grandfather,

but a new baby with my 51-year-old mother.

I know. It's mental, right? - Camila.

My dad is finally going to have a child

he can be there for.

He was never there for me growing up.

He never had the time.

And he cannot be there for me now

because my parents want a new start,

a new adventure, a new family.

I'm not done.

I'm very sorry about that.

Camila's not feeling very well.

I'll get back to this.

So you can drop this bomb into my life

and I'm supposed to just be cool with it.

What bomb? - The baby.

You always wanted a sibling.

When I was five, not now,

I should be having a baby, not you.

It's ridiculous.

I don't want to talk to you anymore.

Camila, please stop. I'm sorry, Camila?

I fucked up, didn't I?

What is going on, my darling?

When I was younger, whenever it felt

like things were not working out

or I just... I just thought to myself, "It's fine."

I've got time.

"I'm gonna to figure it out."

But now... I don't know what to do.

I really don't know what to do.

You have your whole life ahead of you.

That's not true.

Look at me.

I've lived your life almost three times over.

You've got time.

Thanks for the party.

Thank you.

Lovely to see you. - Thank you for coming.

Loved the food.

Shepherds pie was excellent.

- Did you try the enchiladas? - No.

Camila, I brought you some coffee.

I just wanted to check that you're okay.

I'm worried about you.

I am very worrying.

- What's going on? - Nothing.

- Is your mum really pregnant? - Yes.

You got the gossip. Now, can you please leave?

Why do you hate me so much?

I don't hate you.

It's just hard being around you sometimes.

Why?

Because I'm pretty sure

my parents would love to have you as their daughter.

They begged me to go to law school. Did you know that?

And now you've got the house and the husband

and everything you ever wanted in life.

Maybe they were right.

I mean, we bought a house. Yeah.

But with a lot of help.

Have you seen the market? It's impossible.

And Charlie, bless him, is a part-time PE teacher.

So I basically had to buy on my own.

We couldn't find anything half decent we could afford

until Mum helped us out with the deposit.

She doesn't have many expenses.

Anyway, you still have a place to call your own

with your partner where you can have a baby.

We're not having a baby.

Oh, I always assumed.

Everyone does. But no, not for me.

I'm not very maternal. Whatever that means.

You know, I'm pretty sure you don't have to be maternal

to have a baby.

It's not even about that. I just don't want kids.

They don't fit in with our lives.

We're going to be Bhutan next month.

Do you know where that is?

Exactly. I didn't know you wanted kids so bad.

I don't. It just feels like I don't get to have anything.

I don't get to have a home or a partner or a baby

or any of the things.

I mean, I lost the biggest job I've ever had this week.

- There'll be other jobs. - There are other jobs.

Marcela basically offered me one today.

- See? - Doing animation

for a big corporation in Mexico.

That's not bad.

I know, but it's just not what I thought I would do.

It's just not me.

Am I an absolute piece of shit for not wanting to take it?

There was something about telling stories through comics

that make me feel, I don't know, alive, I guess.

I could just do it. I didn't need anyone.

I could just get lost in those worlds.

It felt like it was something I was meant to do, you know?

But now I'm like, am I?

If that's what you want to do, then do it.

I don't know. Doesn't seem like it's working.

You know, I overheard one of the guests say

how much your work inspires him.

That has to come for something.

- Who? - Young,

good looking guy.

Ah, he just wanted to get in my pants.

He sounded really genuine to me.

He genuinely wanted to gain my pants.

I kissed him. - Nice

And I got called a whore.

- That's kind of hot. - By my mom.

Probably less hot.

What is wrong with me?

- Isn't he like 25? - 22.

Nice. Is he a good kisser?

Yeah. Really good.

Why did I do that?

It sounds fun. I can't do that now.

I should go apologise.

Yeah, probably.

I better get going. But let's get a drink this week.

Yeah. I'd like that.

What are you still doing here?

I was hoping that you might come out again.

Can I get your number?

I was hoping to see you again.

Go on a proper date.

You want to see me again after that?

Yeah, not your finest,

but if that's the worst, it only gets better from there.

- You don't know me, Jesse. - But I'd like to.

One drink. That's all.

I'll be in touch.

Good night, Jesse.

Hey. - Hey.

I'm sorry.

It's okay.

No, Dad. I'm really sorry.

I ruined your birthday.

I was just really upset about losing the flat.

I know that doesn't make it okay, but...

But we gave you the money.

No, we didn't.

We did. We said we would.

- We can't. - Why not?

Darling, we can't.

We can, she's our baby.

She has the job.

It's just until she gets the money.

Mama, I'm really sorry.

There is no job.

What do you mean?

It fell through.

They dropped me for some influencer.

Why didn't you tell us?

I couldn't. You told everyone.

Well, of course I told everyone.

I always tell everyone about everything you do.

So if I had given you the money,

you wouldn't have been able to pay it back.

- I would have. - 25 grand.

- I would have. - It could have bankrupted me.

Don't be dramatic.

We can afford to help. We should help.

Lucía, you need to listen.

I keep telling you, but you never listen.

- Richard. - We are stretched.

Retiring early, which I didn't want, stretched us.

All of those trips that we needed...

- Richard. - Stretched us.

Spending so much money on days like this stretched us.

I tried to fix it, but I messed it up.

You need to tell me these things.

I have. We can't keep stretching.

Camila, I wish we could help.

I'm sorry. I'm just sorry.

Nothing seems to have worked out how I planned.

Lucía, are you okay, dear?

Sit down. - Sit down my mama.

I think the baby's kicking.

Give me your hand.

That's your little brother or sister.

Or sibling.

Mama, I'm really sorry about what I said about the baby.

It's just a lot.

They will never replace you.

I'm going to make this work.

Camila, I will help.

I want to be there for both of you.

You're going to be 85 when they're 20.

Nothing wrong with being 85.

I'm going to put the kettle on.

It's going to be okay.

- I can help. - Absolutely not.

I can move in. I can pay rent and bills.

I need a place to live anyway.

You don't pay to live here.

Dad, I want to, please.

Might not be the worst idea.

I'm going to make it up to you.

We'll figure it out.

Ever since she was young,

Camila Wilde-Silva had a picture of this perfect life

she'd have one day.

And even though moving in with her parents

was absolutely not where she thought she'd be by now,

she felt like she was

exactly where she needed to be, home.