Howard's Way (1985) s06e08 Episode Script

(Bill) Morning, Jack.
What's this then? A special welcome on my last day of freedom? You're getting married tomorrow, not starting a sentence.
Well, as long as Vanessa realises that, I should be OK, shouldn't I? Yeah.
There's one hell of a problem brewing here, Jack, and I need to talk to you.
Urgently.
But he was booked on that flight? Yes, I see.
Well, thank you.
I appreciate your help.
That wasn't anything to do with your friend David Relton? I can't understand it.
He was due back from Malta two days ago.
I've just checked with the airline and he had a reservation.
Oh, I think you'll understand when you take a look at what arrived in the mail this morning.
I don't believe it.
- I'm doing this for your benefit.
- How considerate! - Yours and William's.
- Oh, I suppose you have nothing to gain? Tell me something.
Has Gerald put all these sudden doubts into your mind? I'm quite capable of thinking for myself.
Daddy hasn't got anything to do with it.
He's certainly overreacting, though, isn't he? Resigning like that.
It's absolutely absurd.
- I don't think so, Charles.
- And you're overreacting too.
The only reason that I'm disputing my father's will is to protect your interests.
What about your interests? I have absolutely no interest whatsoever in my father's estate.
I never have had.
But I'll be damned if I'll sit back and allow him to use you, cos that's exactly what he's doing.
Why else do you think he's structured the will this way? To leave a very generous inheritance to his great-grandson.
Abby.
Now, just listen to me for a minute.
William is the focal point between two powerful corporations, the Freres and the Hudsons.
My father spent years trying to draw them together so that he could build his own dynasty.
Some ridiculous monument to everything that he achieved in his life.
He tried to do it through me.
It became an obsession right up until the time that he died.
But he failed.
And now he's trying to do it through you and William.
Charles, look.
Nobody forced you to turn your back on your father or your inheritance, so why now do you try and force William? He'll be old enough one day to make up his own mind.
After years of growing up under the Hudsons' influence? How can you be so naive? Oh, no, you're the one who's being naive if you think I'd allow the Hudsons to deny William his rightful inheritance.
I'm quite willing to fight them, you and anybody else who stands in my way.
Hello, there.
Mr Clarke for you? You're through now.
- Good morning, sir.
- Morning.
I'm meeting one of your guests here at half past nine.
A Mr David Relton? - Let him know I'm here, will you? - Certainly, sir.
Now, before you started here, where was it you worked? Saunders boat yard.
- In Peterborough? - Right.
- How long were you there again? - Erm Three years, I think it was.
- Ah.
Could have been three minutes, could it? - I don't know what you mean, Mr Rolfe.
Bill Sayers wrote to the yard for a reference.
We got this letter back this morning.
Well? What do you have to say about it? Oh, I know what must have happened.
This letter's signed by Arthur Hutchinson.
- He wasn't the foreman then.
- Well, you mind telling me who was? He was a nice bloke.
Reminded me of you, Mr Rolfe.
- Certainly knew his way round a boat.
- Yeah? What was his name again? Erm - It was, er, Peter Robertson.
- Ah.
Sure it couldn't be Peter Pan? You see, Tony, I know for a fact that Arthur Hutchinson has been foreman of that yard for over 30 years.
Now, come on, now.
No more fairy tales.
I want the truth.
- All right, I didn't work there.
- So why did you put it on your job application? You wouldn't hire me unless I had experience.
- You mean you don't have any experience? - Not apart from some odd-jobbing.
Odd-jobbing? You don't get your knowledge of boats by doing that.
- What about your tools? - Handmade by craftsmen.
Exactly, Tony.
Now, I want you to be absolutely straight with me.
I think it's about time you told me who the real Tony Munroe is, don't you? But surely the bank wouldn't suddenly withdraw its finance? It's happened before.
- But how can they? We have an agreement.
- Drawn up by a chairman who's been removed.
Whoever replaces him would be quite capable of breaking that agreement, Jan, believe me.
Any idea who was responsible? Not yet.
But I might after this meeting the board has convened.
But whoever's responsible, it doesn't mean they won't support us.
No, all I am saying is, don't allow anyone to use anything against you.
- Keep on schedule, right on top of everything.
- Oh, I will, I assure you, Robert.
- Oh, Vanessa.
- Sorry, am I too early? - No.
- Actually, that's it for me.
My meeting is at 10:30, so unless you have anything else you'd like to discuss.
- No, no, I'm fine.
Lynne? - Fine.
Right, then, I'll see you both later.
Oh, I don't believe I've had the pleasure.
- Robert Hastings.
- Vanessa Andenberg.
How do you do? - Tomorrow's the big day, isn't it? - Yes.
- Well, I wish you every happiness.
- Thank you.
Charming man.
- Isn't he? - Absolutely.
Well, less than 24 hours to go.
How are you feeling? Exhausted.
I bet you are, with all those last-minute preparations.
Come and sit down.
Oh! - Nervous? - Yes.
Oh, I can cope with the arrangements, it's Jack Rolfe I'm concerned about.
- Impressive range.
- Isn't it? Pierre's offered sole European distribution.
And if his company imports our range into South America and Australia, it's going to put Relton on the world map.
Yeah, certainly sounds promising.
As long as we continue to develop designs like Barracuda and Spring.
- Meaning? - When can I see some more of your proposals? Just as soon as I design the refit for Pierre Challon's cruiser.
Laura Wilde's screaming for results.
- We've got to extend our product range, Leo.
- There are only so many hours in a day, Avril.
(Phone) Yes? Oh yes, send him in, please.
At least get some details down for me to have a look at.
Oh, hello, Leo.
- Let me know how you get on.
- Right.
- Morning, Gerald.
Coffee? - Not right now, thank you.
Please.
You know, you're looking extremely well considering this morning's business headlines.
I feel absolutely revitalised.
It's as if a terrible weight had been lifted off my shoulders.
I'm not surprised, after working for Charles for so long.
Quite.
Quite.
However, I'm sure you didn't request this meeting in order to discuss my resignation.
Not exactly.
- Oh, have I put on weight? - No, darling.
Quite the opposite.
(Sighs) Oh, good.
Well, that's sitting perfectly.
I think we just take the neckline down and we're there.
- Lovely.
Go and change.
- OK.
(Vanessa) Are you sure you'll have enough time to alter it? Oh, how long have I got? 22 hours and three-quarters.
Yes, I might just manage it! Oh, I must stop panicking.
You've already put in such a lot of work.
Oh, Netta, that's all hand stitching, and start on it straightaway.
The question is, do you like the end result? I'm absolutely thrilled.
Good.
Then that's all that matters.
What time are you coming over tonight? - Erm, around 7:00 suit you? - Yep, that'll be fine.
I'll have the dress ready and waiting for you when you arrive.
Thanks, Jan.
You are amazing.
It's my pleasure.
- Bye.
- Bye, darling.
- All set? - Yes, I think so.
The next time I wear that dress, Mrs Jack Rolfe.
- You've got a while yet.
Try and stay calm.
- I am trying, I'm just not succeeding very well.
Now, the next stop on my list, the caterers.
See you later.
- (Jan laughs) Bye.
- Bye, Vanessa.
Did you detect a note of tension in the air? Just a little! Every bride goes through it, I suppose.
I know I certainly did.
For weeks before the wedding, remember? Oh, and what about you? According to Gran, you were just the same.
I was not.
I was worse.
- I don't know what cloud I was on.
- (Phone) (Jan) Yes? Oh, could you just hold onto that for a moment? Lynne, it's for you.
Charles Frere.
(Jenny) Great.
Thanks very much.
- (Bill) Good morning.
- Can I leave it with you? - Coffee, sir? - Oh, right.
Thanks a lot.
Sorry I'm a little late.
I had a bit of trouble finding the place.
Oh, don't worry.
The demonstration's off, anyway.
- Why? What's happened? - Yes, good question.
I think I've been set up, Jenny.
- (Jack) Coffee, Bill? - No, thanks.
No, Tony's dad left him the tools after he died.
He was a joiner.
He used to renovate boats at the weekend.
Traditional ones.
- Taught him all he knew.
- Like how to snoop through personnel files? He wasn't snooping, Bill, he was looking for a specification for the Xanadu's decking.
- Then why didn't he ask me? - It's called initiative.
He was just eager to get on with the job, and that can't be bad.
So you, er, don't think we ought to let him go? No, not for telling a few white lies on a job application.
It's the actual work that matters, Bill, right? And we can't fault him there.
Oh, no, he works hard enough, I'll give you that.
It's just that there's something about him.
Oh, come on, Bill.
You remember when we were apprentices? No, no, I don't mean that, Jack.
It's just Well, the way he keeps himself to himself.
All he ever wants to talk about is the job, never anything else.
Well, we weren't much different, were we? He's young, keen to learn.
And by God, do we need craftsmen.
So let's help him to become one, eh? Mm, maybe you're right.
- Well, I'd better get on, I suppose.
- Mm, right.
- Oh, hello, Mrs Harvey.
- Oh, hello, Kate.
How nice to see you.
- Is Leo anywhere around? - He's over at Relton.
He'll be back in a minute.
- You don't mind if I wait for him here, do you? - Kate, you are most welcome.
Thank you.
There's something I need to discuss with him.
Over lunch.
- Anything I can do to help? - You've got enough on your mind.
- How are you feeling? - Fine.
All set for the great day tomorrow? Oh, you mean Vanessa making an honest man out of me? I doubt if anyone could do that, Jack.
- Oh, you're on form this morning.
- I'm on the warpath.
- And who's in the doghouse? Leo? - No, not Leo.
- I hope it's not me.
- Not this time, Jack.
Good.
Who is it, then? Hello, darling.
I didn't expect you back until later.
- Is Thomas all right? - He's asleep.
- How did it go at Relton? - Very well.
- Avril offer you a position in the company? - As a matter of fact, she did.
Good.
Doesn't surprise me.
A man of your experience is a great asset.
Well, Avril obviously thinks so too.
She made me a very generous offer.
Seat on the board, share option - You going to accept? - I'm going to give it a great deal of thought.
- If you do, how do you think Charles will react? - Well, he won't be very pleased.
No.
I saw him this morning.
- Oh? - To find out why he's disputing the will.
Well, I think it's quite clear why.
Charles is an extremely astute and ruthless businessman.
Well, at least he knows now I won't sit back and allow him to intimidate me.
Nevertheless, knowing Charles, he'll still try.
Legally, what do you think would happen if I stayed with Leo? Well, I think you'd find Charles and Hudson fighting it out in court over the inheritance.
Charles may have a case, equally so may Hudson, for replacing you as William's trustee.
And the only one to suffer would be William.
Well, I think it would seriously damage any chance you have of gaining custody of him.
Darling, whoever gains control of Sir Edward's business empire will find themselves wielding a great deal of power.
And that's why it's essential that you tread with extreme caution.
I intend to.
(Sighs) (Chuckles) I take it there's still no sign of him in Malta.
Well, he certainly isn't at any of the numbers he left.
- I checked his hotel in Tarrant again.
- What's the point, if he's already checked out? I thought the manager might have an address.
David Relton could be anywhere in the world by now.
He's hardly likely to leave his calling card after cashing after cashing that completion bond.
So, uh, what are you going to do about it? There's not a lot I can do.
Apart from calling the police.
Have you told Avril yet? Not yet.
- I was hoping there might be an explanation.
- Oh, there is.
You've been taken to the cleaners, Laura.
Lynne.
It's good to see you again.
- How are you? - Fine.
Can I get you a drink before lunch? Actually, I already have a lunch appointment.
At 12:30.
Well, never mind.
Have a seat.
Look, you've caught me on an extremely busy day.
Now, I was under the impression that you wanted to meet to discuss something important, not meet socially.
Very well, I'll come straight to the point.
Look, please, do sit down.
I had intended to have a word with Jan, but, er, well, I thought you might view the situation more objectively.
What situation? This clause in my father's will.
How's Leo reacting to it? I don't think that's any of your concern, Charles.
Look, Leo is the father of my grandson.
Now, I'm quite sure that he wants to protect Thomas's interests just as much as I do.
I want to help in any way that I can.
- You really are infuriating sometimes, Ken.
- Avril, don't jump to conclusions.
Why didn't you mention it before? Because I wanted to wrap up this deal with David Relton first.
And you thought a payment of L25,000 would expedite matters? A finder's fee.
For David putting me in touch with this Pierre Challon.
If you thought Pierre would be interested in your trailer-sailer, why didn't you tell me? I could have discussed it with him in Malta.
Well, I was meant to meet them this morning, but they didn't show up.
- Have you been in contact with Laura Wilde? - No.
She seems to think David Relton has walked away with a considerable amount of her money.
- How much? - Three hundred thousand pounds.
Personally, I think she's jumping to conclusions.
And David Relton disappears from the face of the earth.
Well, well, well.
Perhaps he's been delayed in Malta on business.
- What about Pierre? - Oh, I don't think he's disappeared.
- Well, then, where is he? - Probably arriving at reception any time now.
That's assuming his flight hasn't been delayed.
- He's coming here? - Yes, Ken.
Here.
I have a meeting scheduled with him at, er, half past twelve.
I'm on the verge of concluding a very important international deal.
- You sure about that? - (Phone) Yes? Oh, yes.
Send him in, please.
Yes, Ken, quite sure.
(Door opens) - Miss Rolfe? - Yes? Pierre Challon.
You cannot allow this situation to continue indefinitely, Leo.
I don't intend to.
- You've got to make a decision, darling.
- I think Sir Edward's already made it for me.
That doesn't mean to say that Abby has to go along with it.
I know.
Unless, of course, she places more value on personal possessions than she does on you.
Can't be easy for her.
She has William to think about.
And you, and Thomas.
And I don't trust Orrin either.
And if he ever tries to come between you and Abby, well, he won't know what's hit him when I'm through with him.
Things are difficult enough for me without having you prosecuted for grievous bodily harm.
This whole business makes me so furious.
Abby and Orrin ought to be taken to task.
Well, I agree with you about Orrin.
I love Abby, Gran, and I'm sure she loves me.
I trust her, she'll make the right decision.
And if she doesn't, there's Thomas's custody to consider, don't forget that.
That's why you have to be prepared for action, Leo.
And judging by Abby's behaviour since Edward died, well, I hate to have to say this, but she's changing.
I just don't want you to get hurt, that's all, darling.
(# Talk Talk: Life's What You Make It) # Baby, life's what you make it # Celebrate it # Anticipate it # Yesterday's faded # Nothing can change it # Life's what you make it # Life's what you make it # There's nothing wrong with these angles, Jack.
Well, there is from where I'm standing.
So what do you want us to do? Pull the lads off another job and start again.
That's robbing Peter to pay Paul.
It'll put the other job behind schedule.
Listen.
If a job's worth doing, it's worth doing properly.
Just do it.
Hello, Avril.
I didn't expect a visit from you today.
Is Vanessa around? Er, no.
She's checking with the caterers for the reception.
Trust all this to flare up on the eve of your wedding.
She's going to be very upset.
Vanessa? Why? What's wrong? Can we go to the office? There's something I need to discuss with you.
And you can get all the style numbers from Mike downstairs, OK? Monica, ask him to take you through an order form.
The situation is complicated enough without Charles Frere getting involved.
Look, he seemed genuinely concerned.
Well, if he's concerned, then he can help Abby, not Leo.
After all, she is his daughter.
And Thomas is his grandson.
And mine.
So why didn't he talk to me about this? Well, he thought you might be Well, too close to it.
Oh, I see.
And he isn't, I suppose.
Look, he just wanted to check what I thought about it first, that's all.
Lynne, it's the old game, divide and rule.
- Oh, Mother.
- Look, I don't trust the man.
And after the way he treated you, I am surprised that you do.
That was years ago.
Maybe, but that doesn't mean he's changed, does it? - No.
- No, then.
What makes you think we should listen to what he has to say? Because I don't think it would hurt Leo to have a man like Charles Frere on his side.
Lynne, the only side Charles Frere is on is his own.
Well, if it helps Leo, I don't care what side he's How was your meeting? Rather tense.
Everyone is looking over his shoulder waiting for the new chairman to be appointed.
Well, if it's like that now, what's it going to be like when he is? Let's just say I think it'll get a lot worse before it gets any better.
Any indication who eased Sir John out? If all the rumours are anything to go by, I think I have a fair idea.
Oh? Who? Oh, I don't listen to corridor politics, Jan.
But I have a meeting tomorrow, and if rumours are confirmed, you'll be the first to know.
In the meantime, I suggest we confine our thoughts to the more important issues at hand.
Now, I've been over this product launch of yours, Lynne, and I have a few minor amendments I'd like to recommend.
Completion bond? I know nothing about a completion bond.
You requested L300,000 to be held in escrow.
- David Relton may have requested it.
- But I thought he was working on your behalf.
So did I, Miss Wilde.
- Well, what's all this about a deposit? - L250,000.
Well, I certainly haven't seen any of it.
- This is your signature, is it not? - Well, yes, but The terms of the agreement state quite clearly, a deposit of L250,000 on signature.
No, these figures must have been added after I signed.
And a further L250,000 on completion of the contract.
I'm willing to pay that amount after I take delivery of the cruiser.
I can't allow you to take delivery of the cruiser until after I've received the full amount.
- You've already received half of it.
- I've told you, I haven't had a penny of it! Then would you mind explaining to me why my cheque for L250,000 made out to Leisurecruise was cashed several weeks ago? I have no idea, but I certainly intend finding out.
Let me spare you the task.
It's quite simple, Miss Wilde.
You have conspired with David Relton to commit fraud.
Now, hang on a minute.
You're not seriously suggesting that I'm involved? If you prevent me from taking delivery of the cruiser, that's a question the courts will decide.
Away already, Monsieur Challon? I'll be back within a few days with a cheque to cover the outstanding balance on the cruiser.
And I expect to take delivery, Miss Wilde, exactly as planned.
Otherwise, my lawyers will be in touch.
You obviously couldn't arrive at an amicable solution.
And I'm afraid there isn't anything you can do about it.
I checked with the bank again.
According to their legal department, you are liable for that completion bond.
How could David do this to me? Well, all he had to do was smile.
You've caught me at a very bad time, I'm afraid, Ken.
I'm just on my way to a meeting.
- Well, how about later on? - No, sorry.
I have a dinner engagement.
This is important, Charles.
Then phone my secretary and she'll pencil in the first available date in my diary.
Look, do yourself a favour, Charles, and listen to what I've got to say.
This information I want to discuss could be to your benefit, not just mine.
- Concerning what? - Relton Marine.
Tell you what.
If you'd like to drop by the house around, say, 7:00, then I can probably spare you a few minutes.
See you then.
(Sighs) I still don't understand.
I thought you met this client of yours in Malta.
So did I, Dad, but he turned to be just the same as David Relton.
- Not another con man? - I'm afraid so.
How much money did you say you lost? Both sides put up 250,000 to float the company.
Well, at least you've broken even.
Haven't you? I got on to the bank as soon as the real Pierre arrived.
Their cheque didn't clear.
They'd closed the account.
You've got yourself into a right old mess, haven't you? Apparently Laura Wilde's lost a considerable amount of money too.
Hm.
Well, what about this Pierre who arrived this afternoon.
I mean, what if he turns out to be not legitimate? He could be an impostor too.
I'm not going to make the same mistake twice, Dad.
I got on to his head office, checked him out.
He's legitimate all right.
You know, within half an hour of arriving, his lawyers were on to me about illegally trading on the company's name.
Does Vanessa know about this? I thought I might discuss it with you first.
I thought you might want to break the news.
Oh.
I'll have to choose my time.
Well, when Vanessa's brother isn't at the wedding, won't she know something's wrong? Not necessarily.
- But he's giving her away! - No, she's changed her mind.
Leo's doing it instead.
Oh.
Is, er Is she still staying at the Howards' tonight? As far as I know, yeah.
- Well, perhaps I could have a word with her.
- No.
No, I'd rather you didn't, Avril.
I'd prefer to tell her myself.
After the wedding.
I don't want anyone, or anything, to spoil her day.
Least of all David Relton.
- Hi, Gran.
- Oh.
Hello, darling.
Had a good day? Not bad.
I think I've managed to get everything for the dinner party.
- I'd better go and make a start.
- Good, good.
I'll give you a hand in a minute.
- What are you up to? - Nothing important.
What's that? A letter? Not quite.
Well, then, what is it? You always were a nosey little girl, weren't you? All right, if you must know, it is my manifesto.
- Your what? - It's a draft for a manifesto.
Gran, what on earth are you talking about? I didn't want anyone to know about it just yet, but since you've caught me red-handed, I might as well give you an exclusive.
I have been nominated to run for a seat in the local council.
- Well, that's terrific! - Yes, it will be if I'm elected.
Well, I don't see why not.
Tarrant needs someone with your get-up-and-go.
Especially with property developers like Charles Frere trying to ruin the place.
I've only been short-listed, so don't mention it to your mother or anyone else until the whole thing is finalised, will you.
I won't.
Oh.
By the way, where is your mother? - (Gerald) Jan, I don't think we should interfere.
- Why not? Charles Frere certainly intends to.
Well, the courts will be aware of his self-interest.
And if they're not? Where would Leo and Abby stand then? Well, that is a question you will have to discuss with your own solicitor.
Gerald.
The Howards and the Urquharts have been friends for a very long time.
Don't tell me we're reduced to communicating through solicitors.
Well, we may have to.
Look, Abby has been placed in an intolerable position.
- Well, it's not exactly easy for Leo either.
- No.
No.
Well, then, I think as their parents, we should try to help them come to the right decision.
I'm concerned, Jan, just as much as you are, but I really do feel that they will have to make that decision for themselves.
- But they don't know which way to turn.
- Abby does.
I think you'll find it's too late for us to be of any assistance.
A decision has already been taken.
Thank you.
(Abby) Leo? Hello.
You look, er absolutely terrific.
Thank you.
- I didn't recognise you at first.
- Neither did I when I looked in the mirror.
Sorry.
Erm, what can I get you to drink? Er, a mineral water.
(Leo) Cheers.
(Barmaid) Cheers.
So, what's this all in aid of? The wedding tomorrow.
No.
No, I I need a change.
Just appearance.
- Who's watching Thomas? - Daddy.
I want to talk to you.
About us? We've been avoiding it for too long.
Well, can't we go on avoiding it a bit longer? I've got to get over to the Jolly Sailor We can't keep avoiding it.
It's not fair on either of us.
It's so hard to explain.
It's impossible.
But I must do what I feel what I know is right for William and Thomas.
Thanks.
Well, here's to - Ken Masters Enterprises? - (Chuckles) Yes.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
Well, I must say, I'm delighted the company's doing so well.
Well, it was a bit of a struggle getting back on my feet, but at least I'm getting there.
Yes, well, after being let down by a woman like Laura Wilde, it's quite an achievement.
She's, erm, a shrewd businesswoman.
Shrewd? She'd stab herself in the back if she thought she could gain by it.
I'd tread carefully if I were you there, Charles.
I hear on the grapevine you might be doing business with her.
Well, I'm considering certain proposals.
Wouldn't have anything to do with the Poelma Corporation, would it? Well, if it did, that would be a matter for Laura and I to discuss.
I just thought you might want to consider some other proposals before you finally decide.
Do I assume from that that you yourself might be interested in the Poelma Corporation? Well, they distribute a boat I've developed throughout Europe and the Mediterranean.
Now, if you're aware of the company, you must also be aware they've lost their way recently, and could well be vulnerable to a takeover bid.
From, er, Ken Masters Enterprises? Right.
But in order to make a credible bid, I would need a joint-venture partner.
I see.
You mentioned something a little earlier on the phone about, erm, Relton Marine.
Yes, well, working closely with Avril Rolfe as I do, I'm in a position of overhearing certain things.
Not that I'd betray any confidence, of course.
Oh, no, no, no.
Heaven forbid.
But I could be in a position of rewarding certain favours.
Well, er, on behalf of all the lads at the yard, Jack, I'd like to present you with this gift, which goes with our best wishes for health, happiness, and, erm, not too much nagging from the new wife, eh? (Applause) Well, the way you've got Daisy trained, Bill, I'll need a few tips off you.
Ooh, did you hear that, eh? - You OK, Leo? - Yeah, fine, fine.
Oh.
Lads, that is fantastic.
I know where this is going.
On the wall in my cottage above the fireplace.
Yeah, as long as Vanessa allows it, Jack.
Well, when we're married, there's only going to be one boss.
Vanessa.
Right, right.
Listen, whose round is it? - I'll get this one.
- Oh, good lad.
Just one more, eh, and then it's early to bed for the big day tomorrow.
So, # Who's getting married in the morning? Ding-dong, the bells are going to chime But how could she? What about Thomas? Surely Leo must stand a fair chance of custody.
Abby's already walked out on one baby.
Not necessarily.
- And she's bound to put up a fight.
- She won't be the only one.
If Abby takes on the Howard family, she'll damn well have her work cut out.
Are you absolutely sure they've broken up? - According to Gerald.
- Perhaps they've just had a row.
No, that wasn't the impression I got.
Shouldn't we change the subject? This isn't very fair on Vanessa.
- Quite right.
- I'm sorry.
There's no need to apologise, you're bound to be concerned.
- Come on, Vanessa, this is your evening.
- Yes.
How are you feeling? Well Not long now, is it? Have another drink, to steady those nerves.
Why not? I'd love one.
Well, I think this is the moment.
A little something with all our love.
- What is this? - Something old, borrowed and blue.
To put under your pillow to give you a good send-off.
I assume this is for me to wear and not Jack! Right, ladies, on your feet.
It's time for a toast.
To dear Vanessa, with all our love.
Ah.
And tomorrow, Mrs Jack Rolfe.
(All) Mrs Jack Rolfe.
(Bill) Jack! (Dog barking) Jack! Jack! All right, Bill, all right.
Calm down, calm down.
I'm here.
What are you doing, Jack? You're supposed to be getting married in no time at all.
I had to pop over to the yard.
There was a break-in last night.
- What? - Yeah, the office.
Police only found out about it this morning.
They called me in at seven o'clock.
I don't understand it, Bill.
Somebody must have switched the alarm off.
- What was stolen? - Nothing that I'm aware of.
And that's what bothers me.
Doesn't make sense.
Yeah, well, I'll deal with it while you're away, Jack.
Time's getting on.
If we don't get ready now, that bride of yours'll think she doesn't have a groom.
(Organ playing) (Whispers) (Inaudible) Vanessa, you look lovely.
Thank you.
(Leo) Well, this is it.
Ready? As I'll ever be.
(Organ playing) Please be seated.
Considering the relationship you had with your father, Charles, I didn't think I'd ever see the day when you moved into Highfield.
Oh, I have my reasons.
Thank you, Emerson.
But I'm sure you didn't want a meeting just to discuss my personal family affairs.
As a matter of fact, I did, Charles.
This incident at the bank Now that, surely, is a matter for Sir John, not me.
Well, according to the rumours I've heard, my uncle did not resign voluntarily, he was pushed.
Jack Christopher, will you take Vanessa Victoria to be your wife? Will you love her, comfort her, honour and protect her and forsaking all others, be faithful to her, as long as you both shall live? I will.
Vanessa Victoria, will you take Jack Christopher to be your husband? Will you love him, comfort him, honour and protect him and forsaking all others, be faithful to him as long as you both shall live? I will.
I, Jack Christopher, take you, Vanessa Victoria, to be my wife.
I, Jack Christopher, take you, Vanessa Victoria, to be my wife.
To have and to hold from this day forward.
To have and to hold from this day forward.
- For better, for worse.
- For better, for worse.
For richer, for poorer, for better (Jack) For richer, for poorer.
(Vanessa) For better, for worse (Vanessa) For richer, for poorer.
(Vicar) In sickness and in health.
(Vanessa) In sickness and in health.
To love, cherish and obey, till death do us part.
(Vicar) According to God's holy law, and this is my solemn vow.
According to God holy law, and this is my solemn vow.
So, how do you think I can be of any assistance? Listen, Charles, I know everything that happened at Diacra.
So, if I were appointed to handle your portfolio at the bank Aha, yes, I see.
That would put you in a very strong negotiating position, wouldn't it, considering this power struggle in the board room that I've been hearing all about.
I might also be in a position to prevent you and my uncle from being implicated in perjury.
And fraud.
I give you this ring as a sign of our marriage.
All that I am, I give to you.
And all that I have, I share with you.
In the presence of God and before this congregation, Jack and Vanessa have given their consent and made their marriage vows to each other.
They have declared their marriage by the joining of hands, and the giving and receiving of a ring.
I therefore proclaim that they are husband and wife.
That which God has joined together, let not man divide.
(Laughter) (Cheering) (Jack) Well caught, Kate! (Laughter) All right? I'm so happy, Jack.