Reconciliation and Future Business Plans

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Yeah, it's better than meeting at the house. feeleels more neutral. And he says that Mum won't be in the office today. Do you want me to come with you I'd love you to if my dad was normal. But it might be easier to talk to him if I'm on my own. All right, yeah, that's fine. I'll get it I really wish I didn't have to do this My stomachs are not just at the idea of talking to him No What? Oh sorry, A Marilla. I woke up early so I thought I'd do something useful. Can't someoneere at the showroom wash your car for you? I like doing it myself. Have you heard from Amber? Yeah, yeah, just this minute. She's coming to the showroom about twelve. Ah you told her I'm not working today. Do you think she's avoiding me on purpose Maybe the pro choice lecture was a step too far. That's not what it was. You agreed it was important for her to know we would support her whatever choice she made. Whatever choice she made, but it was blatantly obvious she wanted to have the baby. At that point, maybe we could have shifted gear and just been happy for her The both of them. I would have got there. I will get there But I still don't regret what I said. O even how you said it. Oh I know, I know I could have been more subtle. Waited for a better moment. Yeah It' square one. But also, I was on high alert. She arranges to see us on her own and then he turns up and sticks to her like glue. If you were a controlling boyfriend and you didn't want your girlfriend to consider a termination, wouldn't you isolate her from her parents? For all we knew, he tagged along to stop us asking difficult questions You think George is controlling Actually no. I don't But I do think they're both very young and very foolish And what do you think of this business proposal Buck keep hoping she's using it as an excuse, a reason to get back in touch with us. It's a little elaborate for that. Well, whatever she wants or we think she wants. Let's do our best not to scare away this time, eh There you are Mum said you were checking on the sheep in the barn. Yeah, I was, but then I got hungry I couldn't face eating anything last night. I mean neither. There's toast and jam if you'd fan see joining me. Oh, thanks Are you okay? Not really. How about you No I still feel really shaken edge I don' think I've probably taken it all in yet That moment where we were walking and chatting and everything was normal Within in a second, it's like everything shifts And somehow, it being sunny and warm made it feel worse I don't expect bad things to happen in daylight Your mum was up and down all night checking on the injured sheep and Alistter came first thing this morning. I saw him. We had a quick chat in the yard. He said he's already sent out an email to all his clients reminding them not to let dogs off their lead. Good Brian rang me too. Oh, How did that go?? I thought you were going punch him when he turned up yesterday. Yeah. Well, I was angry, wouldn't I And he could have done more as the landowner. Yes, but too could wee, dud. I'll get some more signs printed today. Okay The Trouble is people don't realize that their docile sofa loving mutt can turn into a deadly hunter. Even the nicest little pet dog can kill a shit. Hello Hi, it's PC Truman. Oh hi. thans for getting back to me. I just wanted to know if you've got any news. We've got no new leads on tracing the dog, I'm afraid. Nothing useful from social media. but the forensics team are working on the evidence they collected yesterday, and I'll let you know as soon as we hear anything. Oh thank you. I'd like to come and take a formal statement from you and your dghter today if that's possible. Is there a time that's good for you So you'd have a prime trade stand in the main arena. It's not cheap. You pay for what you get? Think of the potential reach dad. You'll have the whole of Borsetshire in your pocket, fromom young farmers looking for a small but stylish first car to farmers with a load of kids coming to you for their seven sere family four by four. You are definitely my daughter, no doubt about that. What do you mean? You could sell pollen to a bee. I don't want to sell you something you don't want You can just say no dad, but I genuinely think this would be a good opportunity for you. Not bad for the show and therefore for you either. So shall I just leave you to think about it? Say I did take the spot. What incentives can you offer me in the form of marketing and promotion? Yeah, well I checked with my bosses and since you're my dad, we will offer you an upgrade on marketing. I'll send you the dal package with the bonus stuff now There, all sent Oh, look who's there Mum Ding. How did you know I was here? Dad, did you tell her I was coming? Well, I didn't keep a secret. I was just popping my head in to say hi. I don't want to interrupt your business meeting. Look, We're almost done. Why don't you two sit down and have a chat while I have a quick look over this marketing Then I'll make my decision. t be angry with your dad. He was so happy to get a message from you and we're both aware that last time we saw you things went Well, it went badly, didn't it? Things didn't just go badly. You caused them to go badly, Mum. I still can't believe the things you said. And your mother is sorry about that. Are you? I'm sorry about how I handled it I wanted to give you our unconditional support and If I'm honest, a bit of a reality check before it was too late. Yeah. And that might have been fair enough if I'd been confused or upset. But George and I arrived hopeful and happy. I know And I'm sorry, really? Yes Okay Thank you When your dad told me you wanted to meet about a trade stand I had to take the chance to see you I imagine you'll be just the same when you have a daughter or son. However complicated your relationship gets, you'll still want to be part of their li. But it doesn't need to be complicated. I'm not the one who turns every meeting into an opportunity to criticise or control. I accept I'm far from perfect But you have to believe that all we want is the best for you, and all we ever do is with that in mind. And the best for me is having this baby with George. I see. Even that? What does that mean? I see. It did s a little cold, love. I'm not going to pretend that we're thrilled with the partner you've chosen or the path you're taking Here we go. He knows how we feel,. Do we have to stay it again or could we move forward? Oh yes, I'm getting to that. Neither your choice of partner or your life choices will change how we feel about you. Really? We love you. Unconditionally It's true, Angel. Yeah, I wish it felt like that, because every time I believe you, something happens that makes me think it's just a bunch of words you say to smooth things over I'm sorry, Amber I say that I've managed to make you angry I wasn't angry when I set off this morning I was nervous Now? I don't know. Then let's start again You're looking very well Blooming You don't have to say that. It's true. And is everything al right with the baby? Yeah. I sent you a message after the scan. I know, but it didn't say a lot. Have you got plans for the birth hadad thoughts We've done a lot of reading But we haven't made any decisions just yet If you want to talk anything over with me, I'll always find time Right, Wh fancies a pub lunch. Amber? It's on your mother and me? I don't know, Come on, please. Then I can let you know my decision before you go back to the Gundies Thanks for these statements. We'll get them typed up and sent to you. If there's anything else you remember, just get in touch. We'll do. A It's good to see the ews and lambs looking settled. Yeah. These are the lucky ones. Honestly, the statistics around this kind of thing are shocking. It's enough to make you weep. We're working with the various farming bodies to tackle this I know it doesn't change what you came across yesterday, the financial and emotional toll that hass taken, but I do want you to know how seriously we view these incidents Okay, we'll be in touch. Yeah of course. And thanks again for getting there so quickly yesterday To the whole team, we really appreciate what you're doing. Not ator, Mr. Archer. Goodbye. Bye bye Oh All I want to do is sleep thenen can you? No, I'm up to my eyeballs in the wretched show, but I honestly don't know if I've got the energy for it. Well, come on, dad. You can't let this defeat you. Can't I? No. Oh, listen to me moaning and groaning and expecting you to cheer me up. I'm sorry, Pip. you must be tired too Oh who is this now? Hello. Hi, David. Do you have a minute? Hi, Amber. On if it's good news. Then you're gonna want to hear this. Okay, go on