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Listen on bc d. com or wherever you get your BBC podcasts You're listening to the Archer's Omnibus from BBC Radio four You see Adam I haven't got long Recordis taking me to the ball for lunch. Nice. Yeah, I hope so. It's a bit of a treat to have a completely free Sunday, especially when it's like this. I'm not the stables today, and Chris has got Martha overnight. He's taking out to school in the morning. Talking of which. You saw the offset report? Ian's tearing his hair out, parents are calling him because of his involvement with the school And he's got enough on his plate at Grey Gables', setving to work today. Yeah well, the report's pretty disappointing. Standers's really happy there. So's Martha? somethingomething's not right, is it? You're not here to talk about Lxy Barret though, surely? U No. I was wondering when you last saw Brian. Oh, not for a couple of days. It was grim. You wouldn't discuss anything at all. I just thought hoped really, you might be doing better with him than I am. I mean, what happens if we can't convince him to back down? Exactly what he says will happen. The partnership loses the land in three weeks Stupid meeting what mess? Well it getesss worse. On Friday, he emailed me to say I was sacked and not to show my face at Home Farm again. Adam What are you going to do? Ignore it. He can't sack me. He doesn't employ me. The partnership does. So I'm u carrying on as usual. Turning up for work, managing home farm. Oh sacking you by email. He's out of control, Alice. Heading out in all directions without any kind of plan. Who knows how much damage you'll do before this is sorted out? Oh That'll be wreck. I'll go and leave you in peace Hi Rex? Adam. Hi, sorry, am I? No no, no, N not at all. I'm just off Hi. Hey. We're just talking about her. Oh, let me guess. The family. You mighton't be the only ones in Ambridge, I'm sure. I suppose we are. We're off to lunch. Yeah,' said. Hey, join us if you like. Oh's youray off. I don't want to play Gosebridge. Well don't be dared. We're long past that, aren't we R. Well, I've got some errands toum, but if you're sure, I might pop in for a drink on my way back Zander's on a play date, so whatever suits? Okay then. Might see you later. Bye Adam. Bye More trouble? Oh, the same trouble. just gets worse. Is There's anything I can do? No there isn't. You never know. It's my family, Rex. Is's not your problem? Well, it is my problem a bit, if it's making my girlfriend unhappy. You think you can sort out the olderges? What else can you do? Cure the common cold? I'm not trying to interfere I just meant I don't know, practical help. Taking Martha to the school, doing a supermarket run, let me take the strain a bit. No no need. It's all fine. Shall we walk down to the ball make the most of the weather? Sure Oh Oh for I love it Allright, allide off. Damn thing. Rria Youre okay I'm fine, I'm having a run in with the drench backpack, that's all over. There's too many straps. it all got twisted. Yeah, easily done. And what are you doing here? Hows passarsing. A likely story. The earlings look good. Yeah. Yeah, I wasn't going to start worming them till tomorrow, but such a nice day, I thought, well, waste not to be outside Yeah I Haven't done this myself for a while. It is a perfect day for it. Yeah. Well I can't do much about the newborns yet, they're still hunkered down in the long grass, so I thought I'd get ahead of myself. R, well, let me help you with a backpack. I hope you're not suggesting I'm incaable of doing it myself. No, Brian, I'm not suggesting that. Good. So it's nice to see you Okay, I've heard the rumourors like everyone else. And you thought you'd come and see what the old fool's up to now. Yeah. Well, the old fool has taken charge of his land again and is having the time of his life, thanks. There we are P of thewelming gun. You certainly seem in good spirits. I think it's a kick up the backside I needed. I'm not ready for Naka's yard quite yet, no matter what my children think. I'm sure they don't think that. Don't put money on it. You'll make it up with them Ruth saw Anna Tragorn yesterday. Apparently Carol is being a bit more compliant much to her daughter's relief. Yeah if Anna and Carol can make a new start, so can you? You comparing me to Carol Tragoron? Not directly. Good because if you are, you can stick it where the sun doesn't shine.. Yeah, I could do that Or I could hang about and help you worm the yearlings. It is a perfect day for it, after all. O, then, if you want, yeah, Thanks, Stella. That's one roast chicken, one roast beef and two cauliflower cheeses on the side, please, Tracy? We're on table four in the garden. Someone would have come for your order, you know? Oh, I thought I'd save you the trouble. You're busy. And actually I was glad to get away. Oh yeah. Tom has cornered Rexs about next week's match with the Dog and trumpet. Men talking Cicket strategy. Oh blessem. I've got my own strategy. seemeems to work. Dog and stump it ain't no match for us I'll get you drinks Tracy, W won't be a minute Martin? Oh sorry, I didn't mean to push in. I'm hoping for a table. Oh, didn't you Burke. I wasn't planning on coming. I was having brunch with a lady friend at Grey Gables soill I had a run in with your brother in law Ian. What on earth is going on with your family? The rumours about Home farm are positively lurid. Well, don't believe everything you hear. What happened with Ian? The branch was poor. Very poor indeed. The person I was with, the lady I was with was deeply unimpressed and left quite abruptly. A because of the brunch. What else? I had complained to Zanab about it. She was lovely as usual But Ian came through and I gave him a piece of my mind. Oh. You expect to be listened to when you're making a complaint? especially somewhere like Greg Gables. You expect an apology and a bit of groveing. Oh and Ian didn't. No, he was rude, Alice. Downright rude and my companions stormed out. It was embarrassing. I might well go to Oliver about it. There we go, Alice. Limamond soda and a point ofhers. I've started a tab for you Thankks, Tracey I Ejoy your lunch, Martin What can I get you? Oh table for one if you can. Oh not for maybe an hour. Unless you'd like to eat at the bar Hi, I made it. Oh you Is didn't take long. We're in the garden, I've started a tap if you want to eat. Oh I'll just get myself a half I'm stopping. Oh well, be warned. Martin's at the bar and you might want to avoid him He and Ian have had a falling out at Grey Gables this morning. He's quite irate about it. Oh for heaven's sake, I need Martin on side. Oh, I'm not entirely sure it's Ian's fault You know what Martin's like? Welcom, hello A word, if I may. I'll leave you to it I'm moving the hurdles. Yeah all good. Well, thanks, St. That was quite l old times. Not really. We didn't fight. We didn't always fight, We were a good team most of the time. I suppose. Yes, we were. L, can you take the weight to the backpack for a minute? Yeah here There we go I suppose you wouldn't Consider coming back, manage home farm again? No, Brian. No, of course, you wouldn't. Well it was worth a try. I have a new job I really like. And you have Adam? No, I don't. No. Adam doesn't work here anymore. And don't look at me like that. I'm sorry you won't come back. That was my own fault for throwing away a good thing. Are you sure you're not doing that again now? Very sure Thank you, you're very sure indeed But you'll have a farm of your own soon anyway, once you and Pepp are married? That'll be years before Pipp inherits, and I don't see Brookfield like that, Brian, not even in my head. Even so, it's what you've always wanted. I don't know. I mean life can turn on a six because you know that. Storms blow in when you least expect them. Tell me about it. Are you really okay? I really am thanks for the drink, Adam. But you don't need to apologise for Ian. Well, that's not why I boughtght you the drink. It must be a big shift for him going from head chef to general manager. Acting generenal manager, and he was head of food, not just head chehef. Oh, he's a brilliant chef. He is. But maybe My Rom requires a different skill set What exactly is going on at Home Farm? Everyone's gossiping. It's a storm in a tea cup. Nothing Bo needs to be concerned about. You promise me, one hundred percent. Martin, if you're quick, there's a table in the corner You can have it till three. Tracy, you're a star. I hate eating at the bar. You roow shouldn't be long. Well if you'll excuse me Of course course. You come to Edgebaston on june the twelfth for the womomen's World Cp match? I wasn't. There might still be some seats on the bus. It's going to be dead exciting Hello you twou. Oh, Stella. Are you here for lunch as well? Join us. Now I've actually just popped by to pick up a bottle of wine. Past cooking. Oh you must have time for a swift hart? I really don't, sorry. Alice is everything okay? Yeah, of course. Alie Bri' just asked me to go back to work at home farm. I was helping him with the yearlings. it gets more complicated by the minute. D't say anything to Adam, will you I'd like a quiet lunch. Rex. What on earth is Brian thinking? We're asking that. What did you say? No, of course. I mean, I suppose it's good he's living for hell. Probably be mad not to. Do you think that Well, what if I try to find him someone? Oh, should you get involved? He's my dad, Rex, I am involved. O. But what about Ed Grundy He knows the place. you could always ask if he wants more hours. It's a thought, Stella. Oh I think this is your lunch coming. We don't have to go back to yours do we? We could go to the boat, and make us coffee and we can sit and watch the river flow What' do you think? What? Shall we go to the boat? Why You okay? No I'm not very good company, am I Maybe I should just go home. Or you could talk to me What's up? Well you know what's up? All of Ambridge is talking about what's up. I don't see how talking anymore is gonna help. Okay, well what would you like to do this afternoon? Honestly, I'd like to sit down with a large wine and forget all about it Alice. Oh, don't look at me like that. Obviously I'm not going to. Obviously it's not even a possibility anymore. I know what would happen. But there are days Rex there are days Should you call your sponsor? Oh, please. But maybe there's a meeting. Let me look it up. I can drive you. No, Alice, you're scaring me. Well, I'm not going relap. But you said you don't understand. You think you do, but you don't. mean How can you? You don't have an addictive bone in your body? I get that you're under pressure. a lot of pressure but a whine? It was not a serious suggestion. I sounded serious. Well, okay, immagine I said I wanted to jump on a motorbike and ride naked into the sunset. Would you have taken that seriously too? You don't have a history of riding motorbikes naked into the sunset?. Look, I do talk to my sponsor I do go to meetings, I'm doing all the right things and I'm handling this. I'm not sure you are You know what, Rex? G home I'm not leaving you in this state. Don't nanny me. I'm the addiction expert, not you. I'm trying to be supportive. Well, it's not working. Okay, suit yourself. Honestly, I was only trying to help. Why I don't need your help Rex. Rex What en Grosson? Oh Is's that climate controlled greenhouse I want Oh That's smart. Oh, it's big too. That's the idea. Yeah, sccroll down Way stronger than the polytunnels and much better value than a glass greenhouse that size. Is it made of bubble wrap? Reinforced, yes. And the side vents open automatically when it hits twenty five degrees. We wouldn't have to control the temperature manually. We'd save manpower, we'd save time. You don't have to convince me Tom. Have you talked to Helen about it not in any details. She's too wrapped up in the cows right now and I thought I'd let her get the house move out of the way. I said I'll help her pack up. She's barely started and wants to be in the new house this weekend. All the girls will miss Jack and Henry. They won't be far Did you speak to her about Loxley Barrett? Yes, of course I thought they'd called a meeting about the Ofsted report, but it doesn't look like they're planning to. It's not great, is it? The head being on long term sick leave has messed everything up. Everyone's up to their eyes Helen thinks we should join the Parent Teacher Association in September. Keep our fingers on the pulse once the girls are there I didn't like to say if the girls are there You didn't mention anything, Oh, of course no Good morning me Hi M. I was coming over in a bit. I've got some plants and seeds to put in your front garden You do together Hi Natasha. The girls left their water bottles at ours yesterday. I thought you'd need them. Oh, thank you, that's brilliant. I didn't realise. Right, Id better go and get the girls rounded up. T So what time are you thinking, Tom? As soon as I've dropped the girls at nursery. I've got some Dlphiniums Bllow the path I thought down towards the gate. Oh yes, lovely Oh what are you looking at That's the perfect greenhouse. Right. But you're not actually planning on this, are you? Well, the audit was so positive about the vege operation. does seem kind of the logical next step. With Helen expanding the dairy side, it's made me think about next steps for my operation too. Yes, of course ' no need to rush, surely. I'm not. But why not Nothing really. Just maybe with Helen's plans in full swing, expanding on two fronts at once is not the ideal way forward. Well We'll talk about it, Of course we will. I wanted to know what's out there, That's all. Martin, hi, I'm glad've caught you. Dan? Jazza wasn't sure if you'd being today. Neither was I. then I'm even more glad to catch you. Are you? Why? Look, I'm sorry That's why I'm here to apologise. I lost it at Greg Gables yesterday and my mouth ran away with me. It most certainly did. I really shouldn't have said what I said. Your brunch was substandard. I'm sorry it boiled your date. And an offtenon be very little provocation. None at all. I would like to make it up to you, but what can I do apart from offering you a free brunch, obviously? A good bottle of wine next time you're in You've driven out here and you've apologized, Dan. I think that's probably enough I really appreciate that If I'm absolutely honest, the date was a bit of a non starter anyway. I'm sorry. And maybe me trying to tear you off a strip was an attempt to claw back some dignity, which I blew by yelling at you. I'm entirely in the wrong. Good of you to say so, but What on earth made you explode like that? Honestly, it's embarrassing. G on. I think you owe me that much. You said it would never have happened when Dame was in charge and I just saw red. Proably because it's true and because well, let's just just leave it with out, hu? So I would ask you mean I would be grateful if you didn't take this any further. O ofver was actually on my list to call this morning. Please. You are finding senior management a challenge. I can understand that. see, that's exactly it. I mean, I'm good at the things I'm good at, but I mean so much of it is new to me. Then it's a good thing it was me you blew up at. How do you mean?? Have you got to be anywhere? Not immediately, no. Then come into the office. There's nothing I don't know about good management in, I can give you the lowdown about hand many people. Come on'll put the coffee machine on Oh it's really coming together, mum. Yeah. A proper old fashioned cottage garden takes some beating You passed me the trial? Yeah Natasha mentioned the Ostid report. It doesnn't inspire confidence in Loxley Barrett, does it? Helen says Jack is happy there, but I don't know, muma. Why don't you call a head and chat it through? Natasha spoke to the deputy head but didn't get much joy. That's why we're looking at alternatives. What alternatives? A't any not without a long drive? Well, like I said, we're looking you don't mean home schooling, surely, I mean, how would either of you find the time? Lxy Barret's not that bad, is he? It isn't hard to look at all the possibilities. We haven't decided anything yet. Tom, you're not thinking of going private. You are Tom. As I say, we're justthing isn't necessarily better because you pay for it,. It's Not necessarily worse either. True. but how would you pay for it? It's early days. We haven't checked out what it would cost. Cost thousandousands And then they sh have VAT on top of that per child. They might have a special arrangement for twins. By one and get one forree. But Mum. I'm sorry, but I'm just really surprised that That's why we haven't said anything. It's up to you of course. And what about the others? Dando, Duck, Martha. Wouldn't you be saying We're better than you? Of course not. We'd never say that. What chance does a school have if everyone opts out and buys a shiny education? Where are you even thinking of sending them We've got an appointment at Sycamore House Pre prerep. The website says it's affordable. You've arranged it already. You two are quick off the mark,? Lunchim. Today. Chom. S, it's great, you want what's best for the girls, but I mean that's absolutely it should be, but make sure it really is the best. And don't go into debt for it, Tom. Send out to Loxley Barrett and let them get stuck in there. It's what Dad and I did Your challenge in is to inspire the frontline troops while giving those above you confidence. and they all have to respect you. I do think the staff like me. No no. You don't want that. donon't I? I said respect. Not like I can't be both. you can be likeable. But your staff need to feare you too. You mean Jazer Ferji? Oh yeah The team here trusts me, obviously, they look up to me. I'm friendly, but I'm not their friend. Jazza did try to be my mate once when I was dating a friend of Tracy's, but I had to set firm boundaries. Now come on let's dive under the bonnet on this. Sorry, invvestigate the nuts and bolts. do some blue sky thinking, right? Pick a member of staff, any member Close your eyes, focus Got one? yeah Who is it? U Brad. Brad Horban. What football team does he support? U No idea. Where did he last go on holiday? Does he have a girlfriend? Boyfriend? A pet. What's her name? How old is she? The pet? The girlfriend. This is why you're struggling in. Drill down, drill down, know your workforce You need a deep focus helicopter view. This is all I can give you a couple of good books to help. full of robust takeaways such as o Management one hundred one Build trust. Get your staff to tell your secrets they've never shared with anyone else. Can't I just tell them to be on time? Look, describe to me how you feel about your job. Three words. Three words. Just three, so make them count. G on, G get down in the wees. U Challenging good. Stimulating? Yes. Good. Challenging stimulate. You can do it in. Let's get this pencil sharpened Wow. I know facities. I know. That playing field was huge. The staff were lovely. Oh No wonder the children seemed so happy. H. If only If only, mayaybe a twin's discount was a bit optimistic And maybe maybe we're just being dazzled by a lovely building and fantastic facilities. We've got to spare twenty thousand have we What if But Sarah needs more support than Nova, doesn't she If we just sent her, it would halve the cost No, no, no, no, we can't split them up not that we've got ten grand either Is there a way we could maybe get alone and just send them for the reception year Hly years learning is so crucial and it would give Loxley Barret time to improve. I mean, we probably wouldn't have to find all the money at once could make sacrifices I still doubt we'd be able to raise that much What if the girls love the place? How could we pull them out? I can't believe I'm saying this, but what if I sold Summer Orchard as a going concern, I mean Really? Well No, I suppose not. But there has to be something, Tom. We'll be home in ten minutes. Let's talk about it tonight. Maybe one of us will have had a brain wave. I'm not ready to go home Can we stop for a coffee somewhere little place by the river. A, sure That's fine. I don't think the tea room needs to worry about the competition from this place. These cakes are really not great. As long as the tea is wet and warm M N nice by the river though. Sun on the water. Yeah. And you know I was sick. You gone If we send the girls to Loxley Barrt for now, it'll really motivate me to expand the veg business. If we're thinking about a loan, it would make more sense to get one for the new greenhouse. and in a couple of years maybe we can afford Sycamore House without borrowing money. Well, we can't now, that's for sure. you agree with me about expanding the business? Yes, of course Only, is there maybe another kind of business venture we could look at? I've had a few thoughts. We're best off sticking with what we know, surely. I think we should consider anything and everything. No. The vege is the way forward. Definitely. Can I just squeeze past to the chiller cabinet? Yep sure I'm after some of that greatk yogurt. I'm sorry Aleice. Oh no, really. It's all well with you, Ed? so old. Are you really busy at the moment? Yeah Of course it's June. And I'm getting ready for the Borchester showhow. Oh great. Ed, as I've bumped into you. Yeah. I mean you probably know, Dad has made a few changes at Home fararm Well I think everyone's heard about it, Alison. Yeah. Is there any possibility you might be available for some extra hours? Maybe on a more structured basis? I think he might want to take on more help. Yeah. Well, he really values you, obviously, so I thought I'd ask, you know. Are you offering me work? Well, I'm seeing if you're up for it really So might you consider it if it came up? Well when would you want me to stop? Well soon as, I think. What do you think about it I'll talk to him 's not in. No, no, she doesn't seem to be. That's a nuisance. Maybe she's at the stables. Yes, I'll drive up and see. All good with you, too? I u I'm sure it's fine. It't sound very wholehearted. No, no, no, everything's good. Thanks. I'll be I'll see you, Ban. Where exact. Have I upset you? see' been off with me? No, no, no reason to be off with you. Well, no, except you're seeing Alice, and I'm sure you're aware that there' a lot going on in the family right now. I'm aware, yes. Which is why I'm here actually last time I spoke to Alice, it didn't end entirely well. You may be aware of that too. This is really Filies aren't always easy things, you know. Of course you know. Well, the Fairbrothers have at their moments too, aren't they? I suppose we have, yes. So I'm hoping to Bill Bridgget with Alice, at least. I don't suppose it's always been a b of roses being a child of mine. But I've always done my best to well, do my best. I've protected my children as much as I can, I've given them everything, good home, plenty of opportunities, encouragement. Alice hasn't wanted for anything. What struggles she's had she's brought on herself?? Brian, I really don't want that to be bad blood. Brian please stop. I'm sure Brian, stop. It's really not appropriate for you to be saying this to me P Whatever you have to say you should say to Alice. I ent enter. Well, maybe when you do, leave out the bit about ever having had to struggle. You what? Well given what happened with George. And the court case, and the drinking. Her life hasn't been as easy as you're implying. I'm sorry, sorry, Rexel, where' this come from? Do you have any idea how much pressure she's under right now? With all of your home farm shenanigans?enanigans. What's that doing to her mental health The strain on her relationships with her siblings. do you think she's like you? And it's all water off it? That's back. Now look here. Because it isn't Brian, it really isn't like that for her I know what it's like to have a father who thinks he knows it all and always gets his own way Other families manage their inheritance issues without all this drama? Well look at Bridge Farm. Tom and Helen are creating all sorts of new initiatives without Patent Tony holding them back. I think you've said enough now, Rex, thank you. Well, I think it's time someone told you what's what? Alice is really suffering at the moment Because you insist on letting your ego get in the way of your relationships with your kids damaging is frankly stupid From where I'm standing, you threatening to take the land back looks like an overgrown toddler throwing his toys out of the pram. You should be ashamed Hh how as they are. What's going on Come back later, shall I? I think that's a very good idea. Gregs? I'm sorry, Brian. No, no, actually, I'm not. I'm glad I said it. C catch you another time, Aice What on earth just happened? Oh, they're beauty Edward. A lot of 'em. Yeah ye I'm pretty pleased. Your texels will be the pride of the Borchester show. In withs a good chance they' winning Id say? Which ones will you show? Have you decided?ot definite. And how definite is this offer to go back to homeome farm? Well Well, I' only asked if I was over it this morning Thinking about it. What about the tree surgery? How's that meant to man is without you? It won't affect that. It might I'll only go back if the hours are flexible,? I donon't know why you want to go back there at all. the money will be nice. You could charge a bit extra too Ryan Aldridge is desperate by all accounts It'll be rubbish working there with them all at each other's throat. back stabbing and infighting betteret than the tellelly? I'm not getting drawn into any of that. No, no, no. Just keep your head down and take the money. Like I said, I'm considering it. Considering what? Well it's considering taking on more ships at home farm. How you doing, George? Sattered if you must know I've been helping with the shearing at Brookfield and that's on Top a Madow farm. So little money in wool these days. Tragic really. Next week I've picked up some overtime. Money for the baby. Amber okay? Amber's fabulous. I've come to have a look at your textils, Ed. Which ones are you showing? That's the question. Well, I'm entering two classes, twenty and twenty four I'm still choosing which you and which land to enter. Oh, how are you? Good Why is that good? Becauseuse I've got a brilliant idea H Thanks, Allet. I'm sorry about Rex. How don't be? I never thought he had it in him. Oh I hate all this fighting. Everyone at odds the whole time. No, I do do. But I didn't start it. I'm not going to change my mind about taking the land back, so please don't ask me. I won't. So can we please get back to normal, you and me? Well, that's all I want, actually. Good Good L Dad Are you really going to try to run home farm by yourself Pretty much, yeah. Well, that's what worries me. I don't know how you'll manage. I'll manage I'll book a meditation course at Spiritual Home if you want to channel my inner Zen. I can't see that working I'm concerned about you, that's. The well being. Because I'm so ancient. Because home farm is too big for one person, whatever their age. But mine doesn't help. Well, no, it doesn't. So look, I've been thinking Oh dear. No shut up and listen. Sometimes you sound just like your mother. Well, thank you. How would it be if I made some inquiries about getting in some extra help? Don't reject the idea I'm right. I want you to listen to me and think seriously about what I'm saying. All right Really? Well you're expressing your concerns, I'll take them under consideration. Okay. So well there's someone in particular who I think would actually be really good. Oh ye They know the farm, they work with you on and off, they're reliable. They're good, they're strong, young enough to do the donkey work, not so young they'll make stupid mistakes You get on with them? All right, well just give me a name, Hlliday. Ed Grundy Dad I'm thinking How many hours? Half days. then more as the harvest rms up? Good idea. I'll call him You mean you agree? Yeah, yeah. He's a solid jab bed, it's a sensible suggestion as I'll talk to him. Well, actually, I already have. Oh you've been plotting? no, not plotting. We didn't talk specifics, just general terms. He hasn't said yes yet. Well, you better go and lungeon you? Really? Well, great. I'm not the stubborn bull everyone thinks I am, am I? Not when it's a good idea. I thought you'd bite my head off. Oh, I've surprised you, good. And on a more important issue, and haveave you got a biscuit to go with this excellent cup of tea Go on . talkalk. I put your phone down No, I'm filming. just talk whereere do I start?ook I'll ask the questions and we'll edit them out later. He's shy d. I'm not shy. I don't know why. You have nothing to be shy about so. Shut up. He's right, stop laughing, granddad No, Ed focus Why are texels such desirable shape Well, they've got very good temperament.'s one thing. The're docile, they're curious, they don't get excited too easily. just like you. you're doing great. This is exactly what I need. No, pick a lamb and describe it for me. That one there. tellell me why you pick it? Well I wouldn't show that one His teeth are too far forward. And that one there, well ear ears are five to two and they ought to be more ten to two. That's actually quite interesting. S. This one's got a lovely top line. That's good for showing. that she ss square, all her feet are pointing in the right direction. Oh goodness that greatreat is great. And look, her legs and her bottom they form a proper U shape. It's not a V. What? It's true! I know! are you sure you want to be on the film talking about ks? Grow up the perer She's the one I'll probably go for. I'll put her on the altar to get her used to the show ring, walk her around the pen up and down. isn't that sweet down? Yeah. takeake her to the pictures why don't you? And a boat in the bll after.'s at wor, date. I'm not doing this. Enough, you two. I'm making a serious film here. Sorry. My jobs to connect Tonies with farming, educate them and inform them about rural life. That'll be a first. Right over there. You two over there, sit on that bale. On the other side of the ak. Yeah that's it. and not a peep out of either of you till we're done here. Oh dad, we've been s to sit on the naughty bale No more ketchup, Martha. I'm not joking. Oh He Ti. Sorry. this is a bad moment. No, no not at all. I'm just giving Martha her tea. She's made a ketchup lake in the middle of her mash. I swear there's half a bottle in there. Kids and ketchup, e? I won't keep you. Ill come in for a minute. Oh, okay. Well, I spoke to Em about the extra hours at our home farm. No. Obviously we've got the tree surgery business to think about, so You're gonna say no No, no, no, I can do it. We'd just have to agree about flexibility in that. I might need to nip off suddenly if a job comes in. O off course. And we'd have to discuss the pay rate. Well, I'm sure that won't be a problem. I spoke to my dad. he's really keen. Wh haven't you spoken to him before? He's all good. What how soon could you start?? Any chance it could be this week? Oh, sorry, Hang on Hi, Alice Oh, hi. You're right, Rex? sorry, you're busy. No Not at all. No, come in. I'll come back. No, honestly, I won't be a minute. It's fine, Alice. I'll come back. Rex. Rex Sorry about this Ed. Everything okay? Yeah of course there's just too many things happening at once, that's all. Ill beg out your head. Well, I'll tell my dad and get him to call you about the money. Great, great. And I reckon I could start Thursday if I move a couple of things around, well so? Yeah, that'd be great The ultimate cookout starts with the ultimate ingredients. At Whole Foods Market, no antibiotics ever burgers and kebabs are prepped and ready to throw on the grill. Fire up a juicy ribbeye. 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So un'marking boxes that aren't immediately urgent with a big star. Was that Henry's idea? Mrter organized? Actually it was Waon't be a minute, Tom Right? Oh here it goes ally excited. I'm not surprised. I'm hoping to buy six if we can make a bit of a deal. Six new Monies Natasha, six lovely red and white mononies. It's brilliant to see you so fired at. I'm almost jealous My job. Don't you get fired up about Suna Orchard? Not like I used to. I mean sticking over nicely, but there's so so much admin. Yeah I hear you. Why are you up then? S sure something does? Well, actually, I do have this idea. Oh come on, stop chatting. I've gotta get to Shropssh here It's a lovely day for a drive. Come on then. I'll finish this other box before I start working. Oh you have my onndying gratitude., come on You're not wrong. It is a lovely day for a drive I know you are planning to do this trip with Dad, but I'm glad it's me Hi Nice drive in my sister to see some pretty cows. What's not to like? Nothing, obviously I saw Alice in the village. She said Brian's giving Ed Grundymore work at home farm. At least he's got some help I hope we never have a big bust up like the Aldridges. We won't. Of course we won't These cows we're seeing. Yeah that the farmerers' retiring.. that feel a bit ironic buying one retired farmer's herd with the money from selling another retired farmerers' herd. I think that's just farming these days Wepay a lot more to bring Monys over from France Six of these will only cost us fifteen thousand or so half of what Dad got for the Annguses Each one will give us an extra thirty liters of milk a day The mobile milking parlor will cope with that right? I think so, just about. I hope so, because we can't afford a new milking parlor, not at the moment. One step at a time,? I mean it. I am convinced there are better ways to spend the money Hey Py, good girl Millian said you'd be out here Rs. and I'm so sorry Ed was there and you came around yesterday reallyally bad timing. Is this bad timing too? No, no, not at all. I've just finished a lesson and I'm glad you're here. Yeah You didn't answer my calls. I was worried. I've been digging a new pig wallow, sorry And You weren't digging a pig wallow last night though, were you tried a few times. I had my phone silent. I was trying to work out what to say to you. R ext Just say what you think. Right It's now okay then? Well you can help me put Ffi away, then I'm completely free for the next hour. Oh It won't take that long. You're dumping me then? No. Aren't you dumping me? No. Oh All right, good. Yes, good. U I wanted to apologise for what happened with your dad yesterday. I don't us I'm quite sure he deserved it. It was out of order. I'm really embarrassed. He said you told him some home truths. Oh Did he say what exactly? No. Good I completely overstepped. and on top of our row on Sunday, well, I'd totally understand if you did want to finish it. Look Sunday was my fault. I'm not sure about that. I didn't express myself very well And see why what I said worried you? Well yeah, it did. And instead of explaining, I spped at you You're not about to fall off the wagon, are you? No, no. I've got too much to lose, Rex. Including you I was just really, really fed up. I promise if I have the slightest real concern about my sobriety, I'll talk to you. Okay. And as for Brian, I hope I didn't make your life more complicated. Well, actually, I think he was a bit impressed. You know, mild mannered rex fair brother, transforming into the incredible Whatever? Really? Now let's get Fefy settled and you can tell me exactly what you said to him They're great, aren't they? All of them fantastic condition A what a view. Doesn't it make something swell in your chest Red and white cows, the grass are green and lush We are looking at something that could be any time in the last five hundred years, Tom They wouldn't have been mon bellyards necessarily, but cows in the field. you're right and they're in good neick So Why don't I buy them all? Whoa, slow down all ten. It's only a few more. Four more. And another ten grand. You' said he'd give us a better price if we take the whole herd. Burd in the hand, Tom, you know? I might never get this lucky again. we don't have money to splash about, Helen. We need to discuss this properly. If we have any bull cars, we can sell the beef in the shop, and coal cows can go to beef too, we'd make it back. We'd need more help Not just with the milky, but in the dairy too. You're not talking about one hundred and eighty extra liters a day. You're suddenly talking, what three hundred? That's a lot of cheese. I've already offered Tracy more work and Akram could help with the milk. A Cram's a veg manan, like me. You might not want to. And just take a breath, Helen Am getting carried away? But I get it. I really do. They're great cows. but you came here for six and I think that's what you should buy. I suppose you're right. Thank you Six it is. Right, let's walk back and find the farmer. No wonder Dad was furious. A bit about him throwing his toys out of the pram spot on. It's not pretty, is it? It struck a nerve, that's all. Well, it's a trait I've inherited too, unfortunately. Oh come on. what did I do on Sunday? I said you could never understand about addiction, when obviously you do, but no, I went straight to lashing out like Dad It's what Aldrges do under pressure. All of us do sometimes. Well, let's draw a line under it. Yes, with a thick black markck. There, done. We're okay then? Well I am if you are. Oh I very definitely am. I'm aware I can be a pain. Me too. Thanks. No, no, no, I mean I can be a pain. I know I'm teasing Give me a hug. What? In the middle of the stable yard? Oh why not? Do you think we'll fighten the horses? Oh, that's better Don't disappear again. I won't I'm sorry about my mad family. Oh wait till you meet mine. On which note my dad texted me the other day. He wants to come up, wants to put a date in the diary. G to meet me? Oh, who knows with him, but that's my guess. Are you up for it? How was it? Great, just great. The Mys were brilliant. A Was Chelsea in the tea room today? An I haven't heard back from Tracy yet about the extra hours. She was in, but she didn't say anything.ope there's not a problem. Helen, What we were talking about this morning? Packing up the house? No, when I was moaning about Summer Orchard. W moaning? I was a bit. You asked what fires me up? Yeah I've got an idea. I've been working on it for a while. I think it might be quite good. Can I talk to you about it? Yeah, what does Tom think? I've been waiting for the right moment. I would really like to talk to you first in case it's well well, rubbish. I'm sure it won't be. Okay, here goes. Botanicals I'll say something Tell me more? A premium, organic face and body range Back in March, an old classmate sent me some fabulous organic samples and it got me thinking, usingsing everything we already grow here, we could do some amazing serums, masks, moisturizers, cleansers, hair products. not to start with, maybe, but in principle. The finest, purest ingredients, everything handmade. Bridge Farm Botanicals BFB. Oh, that could work. O Bridge Farm Organics, BFO Yeah it sounds like UFO too sci fi. Bridge Oganics. BO for body range? Maybe not. we can find the name. BF. Bridge Yeah, I think BF is really good. top end, you said? Exactly. A really good organic moisturiser retails at seventy or eighty pounds for fifty mils. Classy packaging? I did marketing for cosmetic companies before I changed tack doing the N. I remember this would be using all your skills, wouldn't it? Have you done any figures? Not yet. I wanted your reaction first. Let's do some then. Really? Don't look so surprised. It's completely on brand, you know? the best organic products, home produced, real luxury. Great. Thank you. You know today is turning out to be a really good day. Are you sure you don't want tea? Oh night now, canan I have on those herbal ones, please There's something else too, as we're talking. Another brilliant idea. It's about the girls in school. Yeah I never, ever imagined I'd be the kind of person who even considers this noobody in my family ever has. and said is what? Tom and I well, we've been looking into going private for the girls. Oh. I wasn't expecting that. Nor were we. We were worried about Loxley Barrett. I know Jack's there and you've been really supportive of the place. Pat hates the idea of going private, of course, and I'm sure we can't afford it. But that might be not yet, rather than never Do you think I'm a terrible person? Of course I don't. You have to do what's right for you and the girls, Natasha. And weirdly, that's what gave me the kick of the bum to share the botanicals idea with you. Really? Because we've found somewhere we really want the girls to experience, and there's just a chance this might end up financing it in the future, I mean You just have to take the plunge, don't you You do, Natasha You really do. C all gone? Everyone's gone, but me and I won't be longone. Good. If I'd known how much to be banging on about a T twenty cricket, I'd never have gotten the tickets Yes, you would How did it work? Yeah, fine Well Yeah, fine, I suppose. Make up your mind, in it? Well, Ian's way easier to work for than Dane was and more fun, and he does love a bit of gossip. O, he blew up at Marty Gibson for no reason on Sunday. For the last couple of days, I don't know, I can't put my finger on it He's Adam's husband and that family seems to be going through the mill at the moment, so maybe it's that. It's sometimes hard not to take your problems to work with you. Everything's okay at Bridge Farm though Yes. Dad. Everything's okay at Bridge fararms end up. Define okay. Well Honestly, I'm a bit disappointed. Because they turned down your care farm idea. Not because they turned it down more the way they turned it down. I felt a bit dismissed actually. Have you told them? You think I should? Well, it's obviously bothering you. Talk to Tom. Maybe I'll see. Oh, you've got a lot of boxes packed. I'm incredibly efficient, Ellen. I know that. Actually I was in a bit early. So what news? Good news, Ecellent news. The farmer accepted my rather cheeky offer. His monys are now our monies. A nice one. Well done. Yeah All ten of them Before you say anything. four all ten We agreed six. It was a really good deal, Tom. But we talked about this. The strain on the milking and the dairy. Sometimes you just have to take the plant. But not without talking to me about it. We talked endlessly. You said you were buying six You're not the only one with expansion pans, you know? What about my greenhouse? That's an idea at the moment. We haven't costed it properly or talked it through. This is more than an idea, way more. Well then you should have made that clear. Mom and dad are cool about the extra cows? Of course they are. Dad's a cattle man And the only reason I haven't talked about my greenhouse is because you've been so wrapped up with expanding the herd. Promise you, Tom, this will work out for both of us. You shouldn't have just gone ahead. Okay, I'm sorry Maybe I was a bit impetuous But I had to make a choice on the spot. It'll be good for Bridge fararm and that's what matters, isn't it? to both of us. And it really was a good deal. Yeah, h right. They're autumn carvers, they'll be drying off in July and August, so we'll have plenty of time to sort out any milking issues. Sure. Great Where's Akram? I thought he'd be here, I need to chat him about helping. He's busy working away in the polytunnels. Okay, thanks. This is a big day for me, Tom. Please be happy about it. Why am, Ellen. I'm pleased for you I know it's not really your thing, A crram, You're happier with your hands in the soil. That's veryue. It's just a few hours, A bit of an emergency If it's an emergency, of course I'll help it Well, it's not the first timeim, Pen, is it? But I don't want to get drawn into working in the dairy on a regular basis. Oh, it's not why I came to Bridge Farm. you know what farming's like? All hands to the pump sometimes. I understand that, and of course I'll helpope. Today. Right. Look. I came to Bridge Farm to grow vegetables and because I really liked your ethos. Everything Tom says about feeling close to the land and the food we grow, engaging with, with each other and how that makes life better for everyone. and if I'm honest I'm not quite feeling that at the moment. Is this about your care farm idea? Yes, and no, Ellen. You know how seasonal farming is for the next few months. inevitably. All our energies will be focused on the dairy expansion. It'll be all consuming. We've got ten new monies coming very soon. Yes, you said. Congratulations. There just isn't the bandwidth to deal with your are Firm ideas, not that I don't like it. We explained that to you and we turned it down, but feel free to come up with ideas to improve the workflow here. I've said that to you before, haven't I? Not in so many works. Oh well do. I want you to be actively engaged, but the carefirm idea is a no go Which is fine. It's your right to make these decisions. so thank you. M Cram. You are happy here I will let you know if there's a problem, my promise Now I'd better get home if you need me in the dairy this afternoon Just just popping over to the tea room, want anything? No, I brought lunch thanks. I wasn't so organized so I'm gonna grab a sandwich. Tom, look I'm sorry, I have to say something Hello, What's up? I would really have liked it if you told me that the reason you turned down my care farm my dear was the change of emphasis here Sorry, I'm not with you. That you're concentrating on the dairy side now. That isn't what I understood when I came here. I think you've got hold of the wrong end of the stick. U I don't think so. Helen was quite clear. When? What did she say? What I just said, that all Bridge fararm's energies were focused on the dairy expansion. All consuming was the phrase No, no, no, no, that's not right. But you are expanding the dairy side. not at the expense of the veg Not at all, but not in any way, shape or form. Are you sure that's what she said? Yes. But please don't get angry. I didn't mean just absolutely tip it on. Please. No no, right, there she is. Helen, Helen, Dom. No, we can clear this up right now. Yeah, what is over? I brought you a sandwich in case you needed one. Look, I really don't this about Bridge fararm being all about the dairy now. Please don't argue on account of me. We're not gonna argue, Hackram, We're professional, aren't we? Sick of this. If you'll excuse me, I have to call Azra. Of course. I' see you later. Yes Gight What is up with you? You just drive ahead regardless, don't you? Whatever you want, you go and get. You don't discuss, you don't consult. Tom, you are being unreasonable. Bridge Farm is not yours to do with as you please when you please. I have a say too Do you know what Acram said to? Don't blame Acram. This is you Bridge Fm veg is every bit as important as the dairy. I never said it wasn't, and I'm not gonna to discuss this while you're shouting. I'm not shouting. Oh for goodness' sake A grum. Hi Dum. Oh is there a leak? A diny one, split bype. Nothing big. I've sed in. Great. What would we do without you? What is it? I have to get over to the dairy in a minute. Yeah, yeah, look, I'm sorry about earlier. I understand When I was working on the family farm back home, we had much worse bust ups, believe me. Siblings fight. It's a fact of. Yeah, even so, you shouldn't have got caught up in it. Can you turn the system on for me? yeah, sure thing Pes There we go. Perfect. Helen and I have had a chat. It's not my business though I just didn't want you to worry about there being an atmosphere when you help out in the dairy. There won't be. Thanks I'll be getting over Dan. Well, you're doing a great job. The tomatoes are looking really good Yes At least the vegetables are getting one. Acrham, John I know Greg Aables and La Loxley have both joined mental health awareness schemes. Azra is advising them. Yeah, Elizabeth approached us too, but I don't think we have a problem with mental health at Bridge Farm Do we It's about awareness, Tom, notot necessarily about problems Maybe the reason you're short staffed in the dairy, why Tracy hasn't agreed to do more hours yet, maybe it's something to do with how it feels to work here Oh, right I'll see you later. Yeah, seeee ya. Sounds good, dad. What is it? Just dner nothing special. How would you do? Well, a bit odd really. Ian asked me to describe how I felt about my job in three words. What did you say? Boring, tiring, underpaid. You didn't. Of course I didn't. I think you must have read a management book or something. so I said challenging, stimulating fun I wasn't sure about fun because it meant to be fun? I would hope so. I mean, it's a perfectly nice job. I like it, but if I didn't need to work, would I be doing it? I want nothing more than to work with the land. So you think your work is fun? One, I'm dealing with plants, yes. but Oh I don't know is end up Maybe I should go back to plumbing full time. Really Working at Bridge Farm isn't well It's not turning out like I'd hoped. But you're following your dream, dad. That was the idea, but Well you can't give up on that now, you mustn't. Plumbing is practical. A proper job. Maybe Bridge Farm is just I don't know bit of wish fulfillment. I could make more money pllummying. No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no. sit down. I'm cooking. I don't care. This is important. All right I'm ready, F aw. So if it was me following my dream and having some bumps under the way, what would you say? I don't know. Yes you do. You'd say goodood things aren't built overnight. and you have to have a few things go wrong to really know what you want and sometimes the path to your goal isn't straight It's crooked. So take a deep breath and follow the bend in the road and if you need to, go cross country. You'd say that. right I might. You know you would Working at Bridge Farm is me going cross country. So you found a puddle in your way. Go around it, All from it, not back. This is what you tell me. You're young, it's different. Isn't all that different. You're young too. You are compared to I don't know, Linda, like she's always going after what she's set her mind on and she doesn't give up when she hits a puddle. That's true But No but dad, follow your dream. I'll say it again. Fllow your dream. There. My work is done Come here. Thank you I'm a very lucky man to have a daughter like you. Good. Describe my management skills in three words? What? on? Pceptive, accurate? Ver annoying? That's four, but I'll take it. Maybe you should be managing Greay Gables. I'll leave that to Ian, thanks Adam, you okay? Sorry, Did I wake you? No, no, not really. I haven't slept much Bzzy bin. Me too. Yeah. Come here. I think that Coddle's called for it, don't you? Oh yes. Very much, yes I've got you, you know. Iin know. So, no mystery why I can't sleep. What about you? Just Martin Gibson. You sorted that out, you said. Yeah, but it just made me think he was so nice about when I messed up. He could have gone to Oliver, but instead, he's given me some really good advice, his management tips, you know, leadership stuff I really wasn't sure at first, but it's turned out to be really useful. Be a bit careful. Martin isn't always as cutting edge as he likes to think. He's a successful businessman. but maybe a bit old school. Why do you need management tips? You're amazing with people. It's just managing Grey Gables, Adam even temporarily I wantan to make it work? You will, of course, you will. You're brilliant. Thank you. H on on. I'm meant to be the one comforting you Is it horrible at homeome Farm? Weird, but not horrible. I haven't actually seen Brian this week he's hardly been in. He's probably out of solicitor's cooking up some other mad scheme. H And I've been out with the equipment most days, fulfilling our contracts. The show must go on. It turned up yesterday Apparently Brian's given him extra work. He clearly wasn't expecting me to be there. I've got a contract here and he can't just sack me. I really am trying to do what's best. I know, I know How's Kate getting on by the way? her trial chef on Well, she's taking the job. I'm putting her on the roller for next week. Did you talk to Rory? Yeah, a flat, no. he's staying out of it. So it's all down to you. lookooks like it Brian's not going to change his mind, is he? H I'm still hoping. Well, maybe it's time for less hoping and more planning The mental incapacity rooute? Wow. you haven' second thoughts? Anything, but only the lawyer says the case isn't watertight. We haven't got a smoking gun. That sounds horrible. I mean, something no judge could argue with. Oh, come on, I mean, Brian obviously isn't fit to manage. It can't be that hard to prove Oh Here we go. you make the coffee. I'll get soundnder up Do me one will you? Of course U who are you again? Come on, Zane Abott it's not been that long. Feels like it. Exams all done now. Finally, I can get some more shifts and save up a. Enjoy a maths free summer. Now I've still got reading to do. And I'm scoring for the cricket team. That's maths. That's adding up Brad. E I can do that At least the Grey Gabless coffee is good. Yeah. Oh, I hope Ian doesn't lumber me with too many of these early shifts. They never used to. New manager, newew style. That's what I'm hearing. Now is it true? Is Ian gone peculiar? Who said that? Shiv the bar says he keeps coming out with weird little phrases like things you'd get on a fridge magnet Let's pick that up and run with it. I think we should deep dive here. Yeah. Asking what football team is supporting now. Oh, thanks.? Sheiv hates football. I'm so ready for this. Have you got the milk? Yeah, justs put it in the fridge when you're done. Oh, of course. Any news about Fletcher? No I'm so sorry, Ainab Is it ridiculous to say? I miss a budgie. Of course not. I miss my granddad. He's still at my uncle clothes. That's not the same thing, your granddad's a person. Allegedly I thought I'd enjoy the break, but The house feels empty. I might go over and visit. H I wish I could visit Lletcher Right, I'll see you at the staff meeting. Hang on. there's a staff meeting That's right, markarket for my personal attention. Brian Aldridge And everything else in future too. Thanks A Good morning, Brian. Well hell are you doing here? Get out, you're not welcome. I may not be welcome, but I'm still the farm manager. Which bit of your fred with immediate effect did you not understand? You got my email, right? My contract is with the partnership, not you, and it remains in force until the partnership gives me notice. this is pathetic. You're on notice. You're all on notice Thty days in species. In the meantime, I have a legal and contractual responsibility to manage the farm. You can't just sack me on the spot. I can and I have. You're not wanted at home farm, Adam. You won't be ever again. Whether you want me here or not. Give it up. I know you're not deaf or stupid. Well, thank you for that at least Don't want to fight, Brian. Good. Nor me. The barley needs spraying, so going to see to it. I'll do that, thank you. It's my job. You don't have a job. How many times? Oh Grow up, Brian. And you can leave the keys to the farm land Rover here too Shehev was right, wasn't he Bean was really weird in that meeting. What was all that? I don't know. Share a secret you've never told anyone before with the group. I really felt put on the spot I couldn't think of anything. Norm me. You sounded pretty convincing. I just made up. You mean you don't have a secret addiction to salt and vinegar crisp? Well I wasn't gonna to share a real secret, was I? Well, I nearly did. What secret? Well I'm not telling you now, am I? Why not? BeCause it's a secret, Zab But you don't think every staff meeting is going to be like this, do you? I hope not. Can you talk to him? He likes you? I like him. I don't know what's going on, Brad. He's got some bad idea from somewhere. I can't have this all summer M Hey your message I'm sorry I was stop me. Brian's unbelievable. But I've been thinking, maybe he's playing into my hands. Maybe this is the big one. The smoking gun. I wish I'd recorded the conversation. Are you going home? No, no, I'm on my way to get the crop sprayer. Really? But Brian He's not going to win here I'm not having it. No this is all I need. What? What's happened as at home? No, no, just Martin Gibson. I'd better go in. I'll call you back. Adam, try not to Adam. Why are you parked up in the middle of nowhere? Oh, u there was something in the back seat I needed to get As you're here, Adam, I've been wanting a word. I really can't stop, Martin, you know how it is? No I only need a minute. When I saw you last, you promised me that whatever was going on at homeome farm wouldn't affect the BL contract. Yeah, I did. It won't. If you'll excususeed. sorry, Adam. I need a bit more detail. Some of the rumourors flying around Ambridge are pretty wild I'm managing Home fararm, Martin. It's business as usual. The meal spraying is up to date, isn't it? I know it is, I saort to it myself. The contract will be honoud. you have my personal assurance. All right, Adam, but I am worried. If anything untoward does h. You'll be first to know, I swear. Thanks Hello, what's this? What are the police doing here? Oh What have you been up to, Adam? Morning, sir. Are you Adam Macy of Honeysuckle Cottage? Police constable Nicola Truman, rural Crime teeam. What's happened? is it Zander? Zander. My son. is he okay? As far as I know, sir This has nothing to do with your son. Thank him for that. You're sure. You'reQuite sure. You're Adam Macy. Yes. Is this your vehicle, sir? Yes. You're sure about that, are you? Yes, of course. Only this vehicle has been reported stolen. What? Oh please By its owner Mister Don't tell me, Brian Aldridge, right You know mister Aldridichge. I do indeed. He named you as the thief, sir. Adam What in Heaven's name is going on J you want h for this sandwich? I'm fine, thanks. Have a crisp. It's okay. They're not salt and vinegar. You won't get hurt. I don't know how George has done it, but the Borchester show is looking really interesting on socials. Country shows are interesting. You'd be surprised. I think Amber must be designing the posts. Yeah, she's talented Helloo U fine, I think. Haven't you seen them? Not for a bit. Exams. All right, of course. What's for matter of Brad? Everything's fine. Is it to do with the secret? What secret? No, no. There was something else. what then? Well George and Amber are having a baby, right? George, if it's a boy He wants to call it Bad After you, that's amazing. It's amazing, Brad. It's not. It's weird. It feels I don't want them to. George thinks it's this big grand gesture, but you don't. Well, I can see why he likes the idea of it But it feels wrong. I don't have to tell him. Just say. No he'd be upset. Maybe for a day or two, but if you don't say something, how are you going to feel every time you see the baby I'll get used to it, I expect. Why should you have to? I wish I was more disgive Zanab seems to be a trait of mine Hm Let's look under the bonny on this one, shall we? Shut up, you Well, have you arrested him? It's not that simple, mister Aldridge. Mrter Macy claims the vehicle legally belongs to the partnership and he is one of the partners. Is that correct? Technically, I suppose, for a couple of weeks still. Then I don't think a crime has been committed, sir. He drove the vehicle away without my permission. Even so I don't think this is a matter for the police at this time. You're not going to do anything. I'm going to advise mrter Macy, as I advise you, sir, to try to resolve the situation amicably. Oh cry Aon Sir mis. Oldridge What did he say? I would suggest that you return the vehicle to Home Farm and try to sort this out. Am I legally obliged to do that? Not as things stand, but I recommend it anyway. No, thank you, officer. if that's all. That's all. Thank you, Mrter Macy. You'd better tell me what's going on, Adam. The truth this time. I didn't lie, Martin. I'll see the BL contract is honoud as long as I'm manage it. That might not be long by the sounds of it. What can I say? Brian's lost the plot. Seriously. He barely makes sense anymore. He's overwhelmed, disoriented, He thinks his children are his enemies The paranoia is beyond belief. This is true. That's absolutely true. We've tried to keep it in the family, but look how we behaved with Stella last year. Then, Miranda. No the rumour's on the half of it. Are you calling his capabilities into question? Careful Adam, this is very serious. Well, of course I'll always have Brian's best interests at heart Right. This can't go on. I have a responsibility as chairman of the BL board. Martin. I'll be calling you in as soon as it can be arranged. I'm sorry I've had to say any of this. You should have done it long before. I want to sit down meeting, Adam. you, me and Brian. This has gone far enough