Bregus (2021) s01e03 Episode Script

Episode 3

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What are you doing?
You're not meant to be back yet.
You're not meant to be back yet.
Neither are you.
You look awful.
Thanks.
I came in yesterday. Double shift.
Sometimes working helps.
It's a lot better
than staying in the house.
You stink of booze.
Just takes the edge off stuff.
Just takes the edge off stuff.
Shower. Now.
Or Aitken will go ballistic.
Or Aitken will go ballistic.
Do you have to be so bloody bossy?!
Go! Now!
You stink!
Yuck.
Welcome back.
Thanks.
I wasn't expecting you back so soon.
I need it.
Glad to be back.
Good.
Good.
Good morning, everyone.
Good morning, Dr Rees.
Ta.
You seem to be coping better
than I am.
Maybe I just hide things
better than you.
And you drink less.
What about Becky?
Kaput.
She adored you.
She said I was too
..complicated.
You are.
You are.
I'm not!
I'd describe myself as complex.
Is there a difference?
Of course.
If you're going out
with a complex person - great.
But if you're going out with a
complicated one, run for the hills!
How would you describe me?
I have to say complex
or you won't help me.
Help you with what?
A couple of hours max.
When are you free?
Ridiculous that I still live
..in the house I lived in
when I was a student.
Where are the bin bags?
In the kitchen.
OK. You do this room and I'll clear
the workshop and Luce's room.
Els.
Thanks.
Thanks.
You're a disaster.
Dad, Luce is moving in with you.
Don't worry, there's plenty of room.
OK.
I like the dress.
It's Luce's.
Looks great on you.
Thanks.
To Luce. And her lovely dress.
To Luce, her lovely dress and to us!
And all the world!
Thanks for being so patient with me.
You've been brilliant.
I don't want anything
to come between us.
Ever.
Never.
No secrets.
Maybe one or two
to keep things interesting.
Like what?
Just things.
Go on.
Tell me.
Well?
Sounds weird, but
..I've kept my old flat empty
for the past six months.
You've left it empty?
On purpose?
Yes.
But you said
there were tenants living there.
They moved out,
and I decided not to tell you.
Why?
You'd give me a row for
not getting rid of Dad's old stuff.
You promised, Els.
No, actually, Mart.
Technically, maybe I did.
Not technically, no way.
You said it was time to move on
and give all that stuff away.
I tried, but I just couldn't,
so I moved it all into the flat.
And didn't tell me.
And didn't tell me.
I wanted to.
But you didn't.
No.
That's weird.
That's weird.
Don't say that.
I like going there, Mart,
to get some peace.
To be alone, without anyone
in the world knowing where I am.
Including me.
Including me.
Sometimes.
And Menna?
And Menna?
She's my child. She doesn't count.
I'm your husband.
Don't be funny about it, please.
Don't be funny about it, please.
I'm not.
Yes, you are.
Your lip is wobbling.
It's not.
Sorry,
I shouldn't have said anything.
No.
No, I'm glad you did.
Smile then.
Smile then.
I am smiling.
So, your turn.
There must be loads of stuff you
haven't shared with me. So, spill.
I tell you everything.
So you're an angel
and I'm a bad woman.
Yes, you are.
That's why
I want to go to bed with you.
Do you love me?
Of course I do.
I want to hear you saying it.
I love you.
I heard you parading.
Bet?
I didn't want to turn the light on
in case I woke you.
I didn't wake you, did I?
I didn't wake you, did I?
No, of course not.
I couldn't sleep.
.
Long shift tonight.
Oh?
A woman older than me had twins.
IVF.
They were perfect.
Great.
Yeah, really great.
Bitch.
Sorry, Mart,
I didn't mean it like that.
Of course you didn't.
Of course you didn't.
It slipped out.
Like the babies!
Listen, Mart
..are you OK
that I'm still here living with you?
Bet, c'mon, of course I am.
You would tell me if you weren't.
You would tell me if you weren't.
Yes.
I don't want to upset you.
Nobody wants that.
You're lovely, Mart.
A good husband. Great father.
Lovely friend.
Thanks for giving me a home.
We needed you.
D'you think?
Even though I'm a mess.
Steve is a total shit.
Yes, he is.
Will you say it out loud, please?
I like hearing people saying it.
Please?
Steve is a total shit.
Yay!
But I still love the bastard.
And the little shit knows it.
I think I'll take this to bed
with me, before I upset myself.
Goodnight.
Goodnight, Bet.
Thanks for listening.
You're welcome.
GAFAEL YN DY LAW - Meic Stevens
# I am not for the wine of your kiss
# Instead we drink
from pain and sadness
# What kind of girl
are you who allows
# Light and darkness?
# And go I shall
on a journey to the stars
# The sun turns to rain
# But I will return one day
# And shall hold your hand
TAKES PHOTO
MUSIC OFF
What are you doing?
Watching you.
Stop. You're scaring me.
I like watching you sleep.
Trying to imagine
what you're dreaming about.
Coffee. That's what I'm dreaming of.
Last night was nice.
It was lovely, Mart,
but I need a pee-pee.
PHONE VIBRATES
KNOCK ON DOOR
Yeah?
Someone's been trying to call you.
OK. I'll be there now.
PHONE VIBRATES
Hello?
Hello?
Who is this?
You'll get a sticker
if you're a good girl.
Menna?
She hasn't touched her breakfast
this morning.
Do you want me to switch the TV off?
Do you want me to switch the TV off?
I'll make her some toast.
There's coffee in the pot.
There's coffee in the pot.
Ooh, lovely. Do you want one?
No, I've had some.
Who was on the phone?
Who was on the phone?
Huh?
Just work. Nothing important.
Why are you looking at me like that?
Like what?
You look lovely.
So do you.
So do you.
Good.
Good, good.
Good morning.
Good morning.
Hi, Bet.
You know you're living
with two insomniacs, don't you?
There are zombies
..walking the corridors of this
house at night looking for company.
Me and Bet. I came down
for some water last night.
Bet had just come in.
Bet had just come in.
Desperate for a bit of comfort.
Did you get any?
Yes, from your husband.
He was lovely.
There's coffee in the pot.
There's coffee in the pot.
Thanks. Anyone want some?
Not for me. Mart, you remember
I'm in Swansea today?
Yes. Will it be a late one?
I hope I'll be back in time
to put Menna to bed. I'll call you.
I'll cook tonight if you want.
That would be lovely.
Right, ta-ra.
Bye.
Menna, please eat breakfast.
Big kiss to Mami. Ta-ta, darling.
Do you want me
to take Menna to school today?
Are you sure?
I can pick her up too.
I've got the day off.
Haven't you got
anything better to do?
It'll be nice
spending a bit of time with her.
That would be a great help. Thanks.
No probs.
It's the least I can do.
Right. Menna?
Do you want Auntie Bet
to take you to school?
OK.
Hi, Ems.
I know you're busy
but are you free some time today?
I've finished!
OK, love, I'm coming.
Mart!
Hey.
You always say that teachers are
as busy as doctors. What's going on?
Free period.
Jammy. Come through.
.
You think I'm nuts?
Yes.
But no more
than anyone else these days.
I'm worried
she's gone back to work too soon.
She's trying to carry on
as if nothing has happened.
And she's still planning on
going for this job in Paediatrics.
It's a great opportunity for her.
Yes. But
But not now.
Come on, Ems.
OK.
I'll keep an eye on her.
Um
..has she mentioned something
about the old flat to you?
That she kept it empty on purpose
..as a place
to go to have some peace?
And to keep it a secret from me.
What?
You know she promised Carly and Luce
they could live there?
When?
Luce was desperate
to move out of my place.
She hasn't said any of this to me.
Maybe she hasn't had a chance to?
Maybe she hasn't had a chance to?
Maybe.
If I was you,
I'd just give her time.
She'll come through this
..with a bit of space.
Don't tell her we've talked.
My lips are sealed.
You're a twat.
Yes.
Yes.
Thanks.
Right.
I've got to go.
You go.
I don't know what Els sees in you.
Neither do I.
TEXT MESSAGE
Steve - Work
'PHONE ME PLEASE!'
Thanks for calling.
I can't answer your call at the
moment, but leave a message. Thanks.
Um, hiya.
It's me.
Um
Just wanted to say hello.
Hope you're having a good day.
Love you.
Always.
You promised not to call.
Yes.
You won't destroy me.
I don't want to hurt anyone.
Things don't have to change.
Everything's changed already.
Twenty years ago,
I was on holiday not far from here.
With Dad.
We were close.
But that morning we fell out.
We were on our way home
..listening to Dad's
old cassette tapes.
Something ran out of the woods.
An animal.
Dad lost control of the car.
We swerved off the road
..and started to roll down the bank
towards the trees.
Just there.
When I opened my eyes
the music was still playing.
The car was on its back.
Everything looked odd.
I couldn't see Dad.
I shouted out
..but there was no answer.
I found him
the other side of the car.
# I am not for the wine of your kiss
# Instead we drink
from pain and sadness
# What kind of girl
are you who allows
# Light and darkness?
# And go I shall
on a journey to the stars
# The sun turns to rain
# But I will return one day #
He was the centre of my world.
I would have done anything
to save him.
Like I would have done anything
to save Luce
..the night you found me.
I still feel guilty.
Empty.
That it's my fault
they're not here any more.
I love my husband
..and daughter.
But I can't reach them.
Can't feel them.
I'm scared of this.
What we're doing,
what I'm doing to myself.
Why I want to hurt myself
to prove I'm still alive.
Take off your clothes.
.
Glad you could join us.
Sorry, Steve.
Um
Menna was ill.
They couldn't get hold of Ellie -
she was in Theatre.
Why didn't you say?
We could have arranged something.
It all happened so quickly.
I didn't get a chance.
Don't bullshit me, Mart.
It's not OK to walk out of your work
without any explanation, OK?
And not answer your phone all day.
And not answer your phone all day.
Sorry.
I know we're friends but that
doesn't mean I can just let this go.
I have to treat you like any other
member of staff. You know that.
We're not friends.
OK.
Or you'd know that some things are
more important than our shit jobs.
You think it's the most
important thing in the world.
But it's not. You're pathetic.
But it's not. You're pathetic.
Nobody talks to me like that.
No matter who you think you are.
Your attitude is unprofessional.
What you did today
was totally unacceptable.
Do you think what you've done
to Bet is acceptable?
You've shat on her.
When you knew she loved you
more than anything.
After everything
you've been through.
And you go and shag a girl
half your age and get her pregnant!
You've got a nerve.
You've got a nerve.
Shut your mouth.
Why? Because you don't like
hearing the truth?
Who the hell are you to lecture me
on what's acceptable and not?
You're a weak little shit, Steve,
and have always been.
Sit down. If you carry on like this,
I'll have to suspend you.
Do it!
Do it!
Don't be so stupid.
Don't touch me!
Get your things. And go.
Out.
Now!
See you.
DOOR CLOSES
'Um, hiya.
'It's me.
'Um
'Just wanted to say hello.
'Hope you're having a good day.
'Love you.
'Always.'
Dadi!
Hiya, love. Are you OK?
What have you been doing today?
What have you been doing today?
Painting with Auntie Bet.
Painting with Auntie Bet? Wow!
Do you want to show me?
Do you want to show me?
OK.
Sit there to show me.
What's that?
What's that?
Did you hit him hard?
Yes.
Good.
I'm glad!
Do you want me
to have a look at that?
It's fine.
You'll be OK.
Thanks.
Sorry.
This isn't your fault.
Just
..don't tell Els about this.
Why?
Please. Not until I've had a chance
to explain to her properly.
She's got a lot on her plate at the
moment. I don't want to worry her.
Yeah, but
Yeah, but
Els
Els is really struggling.
I'm worried that news like this
would floor her.
I don't want her worrying
about this as well.
You do understand, don't you?
She's going to find out
sometime or other.
Of course, but I'll have
worked something out.
Promise.
Please, Bet.
OK.
You're the best.
Thanks, Bet.
Sorry I'm late.
Where's Menna?
She's sleeping. Why didn't you call?
She's sleeping. Why didn't you call?
I tried.
Why - everything OK here?
Yes, of course. Food's nearly ready.
After we have a little drink.
What have you done to your hand?
What have you done to your hand?
Oh, just
An accident. I jammed it in the door
of the laboratory in school.
I'll live!
Right, pasta.
I'll do it.
Are you sure?
Are you sure?
Yes. You relax.
OK. I'll go and have
a quick shower then.
I'll grab the plates.
Lovely.
Oh, God!
Thanks, Bet.
I'm shit at keeping secrets.
I know - it won't be for long.
I promise.
Can I pass?
Oh!
Food's ready!
Coming!
.
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