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ANNOUNCER: Previously...

So what do you think?

(SIGHS) I love it.

Do you have any idea where you want to live?

There is a place on Ramsay Street.

Ah, Susan.

You have to make sure she doesn't get this house.

How? Find another buyer.

You were either Harvey J or... or you're a lawyer.

I choose escorting.

We're over?

We're over.

Hi, Chloe.

I have always loved you.

And this time, I'm ready.

You were right. My ego did come into play with Danielle.

I told Jane and she did not take it terribly well.

(SIGHS) So, better out than in, yeah?

So, where to from here?

Well, Jane wants me to figure out why I shelved my integrity

to start seeing Danielle in the first place.

Sounds like a lot of soul searching required.

That's all that I've been doing.

Going over past relationships, mistakes,

cheating on Beverly with Sheila.

I want to salvage things with Jane, but it just feels hopeless.

Oh, there's always hope.

Well, that's why I'm talking to you.

You've managed to weather some storms over the years.

I could use some advice.

Well, I would say you're doing the right thing, really.

Sorry to interrupt, I just wanted my phone.

Sure.

Thanks.

Yeah, you're looking deep.

You're listening to Jane.

I would say stick with it.

Forgiveness is always possible

and sometimes it will come when you least expect it.

Kiri really sold the idea to me.

You know, romantic weekends sipping wine by the fire.

Breathing in the fresh country air.

Mm, the heady scent of eucalyptus and feral animal poo.

The leeches and the yabbies.

OK, for someone who works in romance,

you're not being very romantic.

Well, forgive me if I don't think country Victoria

is any competition for New York.

Oh, come on, as if that's even an option.

The boys aren't actually considering it.

I find that very hard to believe. (FOOTSTEPS APPROACH)

Wish me luck. I'm going in.

Mum, can we chat for a minute?

And don't ask how much it's going to cost you.

Nick's already pulled that one.

Well, I'm glad you think selling your body for money is funny

because I certainly don't.

I feel like if you had a better understanding of what I do...

(SIGHS)

It's not about selling my body.

It's about connection.

All humans need it.

Not as a commodity.

Well, why not?

If there's no other option because of shame or circumstances

or life just getting in the way.

(MOBILE CHIMES)

It's Danielle.

She's leaving for Sydney and she wants to see me before she goes.

What for?

Didn't say.

Well, please don't give her my regards.

(SIGHS)

Oh, my goodness, it's wonderful to see you.

Toadie must be thrilled to see you.

Yeah.

Not least because she's saving his wedding

with police operation-like efficiency.

OK, it's not like I'm doing it on my own.

Mm.

I'll go put in that champagne order.

I was so happy when they told me you two were back together.

Ah, were you like my parents, not surprised at all?

Well, it just makes sense, you guys were a great couple.

Hey, Vi, should we order two or three cases

of the expensive stuff?

I'll let you go. OK.

I'll see you at the wedding.

See you, bye.

You're looking very smart.

Just came from a meeting with Paul about the sale of the hotel,

thought I'd dress the part.

Yes, I heard he decided to go ahead.

We're in discussions.

Paul set some very interesting terms.

Yeah, well, why doesn't that surprise me?

Paul told me about your son and what happened.

It's a strict condition of sale

that I never remove your son's plaque from the foyer.

Paul's insisted.

Wow, New York.

That'd be a big move. Are you guys seriously thinking of going?

Kind of.

Kind of seriously? (LAUGHS)

Well, I dismissed the idea when Andrew first mentioned it,

but it's been on my mind.

Hm, the idea must be tempting after the terrible time you guys have had.

Yeah, there just are so many road blocks.

We'd have to figure out what to do with the Shed,

and getting Nicolette across the line would be a challenge.

You know a watched phone doesn't ring?

Hey, this is...

Elly.

Hey.

You're the Elly.

You're the reason why Chloe and I never stood a chance.

And you're Nicolette, the Nicolette.

Ah, well, I, um...

..I'll leave you to it.

Well, now that that not-at-all awkward moment is over...

You know, you'll hear from Chloe when she's ready.

I thought she was ready when she texted me this morning.

(SIGHS) Maybe I should just talk to her.

No, Elly, don't.

She still has feelings for me, I know it.

She obviously just doesn't get how serious I am about this.

And you understand why, though, don't you?

Yeah, I know I hurt her.

But last time, I was nowhere near close

to understanding my sexuality,

let alone putting a label on it.

And now?

I know who I am.

I'm queer. I love Chloe. I always have.

But it took you a long time to figure that out.

You needed years to get to where you are.

You can't expect Chloe to get to where she needs to be

over the course of a day.

Nice car!

Which one?

Whichever one's yours. (LAUGHS)

Neither of them yet. (CHUCKLES)

They've been delivered for me to test drive

and I can't decide which one I prefer.

You poor thing, it must be so sad and distressing

to be faced with such a heartbreaking decision.

I've only recently come into money,

so I'm still struggling with spending it.

Ah, babe, you just need a bit more practice. (SIGHS)

I can think of plenty of ways to spend that beautiful money.

Sounds like you know what you're talking about.

Maybe you can give me some pointers.

(LAUGHS)

I'd love to.

I'm so glad that you guys are doing this.

I have felt sick ever since the first one got destroyed.

Don't beat yourself up, Toads, it wasn't your fault.

Have you thought about what memories you want to talk about first?

Ah, yes, there's a lot I'd like to include,

but for me it was always had to the start with Madge.

Everything must start and finish with Madge.

Were you together for a long time?

Yes, yes. Well, yes and no.

We were high school sweethearts who gradually drifted apart...

..until Madge's daughter Charlene sort of reunited us.

Ah, dear.

Everyone used to say that we were like chalk and cheese,

and that was true.

You see that...that fire was what made Madge Madge.

Oh! I wasn't the only one who thought so. (LAUGHS)

Oh, for heaven's sake.

(LAUGHS)

Just let me put these down for a sec,

because I need both arms free.

Now, come here you to Lou, you little stunner,

and give us a big kiss.

(GRUNTS)

But true love prevails

and we were married on the most gorgeous day in May.

I couldn't have been happier.

With this ring I wed you.

With my body I worship you.

With all that I am and all that I have,

I honour you.

They're such lovely memories.

Oh, I'm only getting started, my dear.

Plenty more where that came from.

I think we're going to need a bigger book.

(ALL LAUGH)

Before you start, I respect your concern for your mum,

but Jane and I are working through this.

I didn't actually ask you here to have a go.

Can I sit?

How is Jane?

Pretty down.

More sad than mad, but still really mad.

This is why I asked you here.

My watch.

It was at Danielle's. She found it packing up.

Well, the truth comes out.

Jane.

Clearly left during some pillow talk.

If you would just let us explain. No.

No. Words are meaningless, your actions say more than enough.

(SIGHS)

Wow, this is nice and warm.

Yeah, it's hot, Shane. This is...this is incredible.

These seat heaters are...

Whoo!

..un-freaking-believable.

You reckon I should go for this ride, then?

Whichever one will look better outside your waterfront mansion.

All my mansions have garages.

(SIGHS) Although...

I am looking for something a little more modest, though...

..around here, on Ramsay street.

I think I saw you there the other day.

Are we talking number 24?

Yeah.

I see. (CHUCKLES)

So what will it take to get you and your deep pockets

to back off this bit of property?

How about we take one of these two babies for test drive,

find somewhere special to have a drink,

and see what we can come up with?

(SCOFFS)

Another time maybe. I have...

..I have a prior commitment.

Well, in that case I hope I see you again soon.

Very soon.

(SIGHS) Buy the blue one.

You look good in blue.

Statue of Liberty?

That is like 2000th on the list of fun things to do in New York.

It's just an ad. My phone's been listening.

You wouldn't have clicked on it if you weren't interested Nic.

You really should go.

If you're not in love with where you are,

why not take your chances somewhere else?

Mum. Mum.

Mum, don't...don't run away.

We need to talk.

Play nice.

Clive didn't get up to anything dodgy with Danielle.

She took his watch from him when they were at a fundraising meeting

because she knew that he'd have to go to hers to get it back.

And since Clive's cut contact, she wanted me to give it to him.

She wanted us to know that...

..he's a good person, despite everything.

And you believe all of that?

I know when someone's telling the truth.

Mum, I'm leaving.

A client's invited me to spend some time with her in Cape Town.

I fly out tonight.

Byron. Byron!

I know we've had some disagreements, and...

..and perhaps I have been a little too harsh,

but I don't want you gone.

I know, and I also know that part of the reason you've been so harsh

is because Clive upset you so much.

Because he hurt you and you're in love with him.

You have a real shot at happiness here.

Don't be too proud to chase it.

Well, we figured a history book about Ramsay Street needs to have

an actual Ramsay contribute to it.

(BOTH LAUGH)

Oh... OK?

Yeah, where do I start?

Um... (CHUCKLES)

Dez's infamous buck's party.

WOMAN: Hello?

Is that Daphne? Yes.

Hi, my name's Ramsay, Shane Ramsay.

Yes, Mr Ramsay?

We're having a buck's party for a mate tonight.

I was wondering if you'd be available.

What do you want done?

Funny how things work out, but that dancer ended up being

the first love of my life.

You went out with a stripper?

Yeah, well, nearly married her, too.

(ALL LAUGH)

But she ended up being my first big heartbreak as well.

Good luck.

He's doing it again, every time I turn my back.

Listen, when you're really in love,

you can't just turn it on and off like a tap.

What about Daphne, eh? What do you think she's doing?

Who knows with women?

Look, if you want my advice, why don't you just marry her

before she can have second thoughts, eh?

Dez ended up winning that battle.

Number 24, hey?

That'd be very close to you indeed.

Hm.

Eh, it could be very nice for you both,

living so close to Malcolm and young Holly.

What about Izzy?

Well, you've still got number 26 in between.

Harold, would you mind stepping out the back with me?

I wanted to get your opinion on sausages.

You are a class act.

I mean, Suz, I would be fuming if I were you.

Truthfully I am.

But I'm hoping that with Paige's help I can nip this in the bud.

Hi.

Hi. Eh...

Sorry I can't really talk now.

I've got a lot to catch up on after my trip.

No, that's OK, I just came to say goodbye.

I'm flying back to Sydney in the morning.

Oh, OK.

That was a short and sweet visit.

Yeah, I realised I need to back off.

I've hit you with something massive

and you deserve the time you need to really think things through.

Yeah. Em...

I will wait as long as it takes, Chloe.

I really want this to happen.

Please don't leave.

Not when I realise I might like you.

I might like you, too.

Oh, I've really got to get to work.

Please be here when I get back.

Mum, talk him out of it.

Would you consider coming back after you...

..you're done in Cape Town?

A bit of space is going to be good for both of us.

I'm going to follow my passion, you follow yours.

Focus on Clive.

(KNOCKS AT DOOR)

That'll be for you.

The door was open. I figured since you called me over...

I wanted to apologise for earlier.

Jumping to conclusions and I was out of line,

and, well, Byron has set me straight.

Well, I accept your apology.

But the fact that you got so mad, that tells me that

you haven't given up on us, you still care.

Well, I do.

As much as I'd like to, I can't just click my fingers and be over you.

I wanted to say sorry in person,

and now that I have, I'd like you to go,

because as it turns out, this is Byron's last night here

and I'd like to spend some time with him.

Of course.

To be continued?

(MOBILE BUZZES)

All good?

All good.

I love you, Mum.

(CHUCKLES)

And I'll miss you.

Oh, I love you, my darling boy.

How was your jog?

Did you come across anything interesting?

Nothing special.

FREYA: Hello, guys.

Hey, Harold asked if you guys could write

in the Ramsay Street history book,

especially you, Izzy.

Oh, is your history something that people want to remember?

(LAUGHS)

Do you feel sad that the Rebecchi charm gene just passed you by?

(LAUGHTER)

Your girlfriend does have a point, though.

Alright, so is this the reason you're not interested

in 24 anymore?

Sorry?

Sorry. I...

I-I thought I heard Paige saying that you weren't

in the running for the house anymore. Sorry.

(SCOFFS)

I'm calling her.

So, do you think this whole

"I'm queer, be my forever person, Chloe"

shtick is the real deal?

Honestly, I do.

It sounds like she really figured herself out

over the last couple of years.

I don't want to risk getting hurt again.

But Elly's my what-if,

and a few hours ago she offered me

everything I've ever wanted with her.

Sydney versus Adelaide, Erinsborough versus New York.

Tough choices. Yeah.

Chloe Brennan.

Just the person I need to talk to.

(DOOR OPENS)

OK, 'fess up.

Was it both of you, or just you, Susan?

I beg your pardon. What's all this about?

Seems someone's been telling Paige we're not interested

in number 24 anymore.

Yeah. Which isn't true.

When I spoke to Paige and Chloe tonight

they were pretty weird and vague about other offers being considered.

If I didn't know better I would think

that someone was using their friendship

to sabotage our chances of getting the house.

Oh, don't be ridiculous.

Mum, did you say something?

I suppose it was naive to think I could put one over

the greatest manipulator the street's ever seen.

So, you admit it. Yes, yes.

I asked Paige to make sure that someone else gets number 24.

Mum! This is my home!

I've lived here for 28 years. I have every right to defend it.

Even at the expense of your family's happiness?

To protect my family's happiness.

Izzy, can you please go wait in the car?

I need to speak with my parents alone.

You were never going to give me a chance.

(SCOFFS)

Only Isabelle could twist the truth

and make out like she's the victim.

This isn't going to work, is it?

No, Malcolm, this was never going to work!

Mum! Stop! Izzy is my girlfriend and I love her.

We don't have to move back into the street,

we don't have to move back to Australia,

but you're going to have to find a way to accept

that she's my partner.

I can't.

I cannot have her as part of my life.

It means you're going to have to make a choice, Malcolm.

Susan.

You have to choose between having me in your life

or Isabelle, because you can't have both.

It's me or her.

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