1 00:00:00,001 --> 00:00:04,757 The people whose funds you embezzle all secured at Pascoe's Bank. 2 00:00:04,965 --> 00:00:08,914 And Ross Poldark's entire capital is also lodged at Pascoe's Bank. 3 00:00:13,051 --> 00:00:15,071 Why tell me? Why not keep me in the 4 00:00:15,083 --> 00:00:17,171 dark and let me wed that sweet girl? 5 00:00:17,312 --> 00:00:20,072 That brother of yours will pay for what he done! 6 00:00:20,683 --> 00:00:23,585 Morwenna. Leave me now and never come back. 7 00:00:23,610 --> 00:00:24,656 She's gone. 8 00:00:24,681 --> 00:00:27,454 Pain should not be avoided. Tears must fall. 9 00:00:27,479 --> 00:00:29,119 But I have begun to weep, Ross. 10 00:00:29,313 --> 00:00:31,924 Were we ever to be blessed with another child... 11 00:00:31,949 --> 00:00:35,010 How long will we turn a blind eye to the suffering of the needy? 12 00:00:35,035 --> 00:00:37,565 Have the Honourable Member for Truro call on me. , 13 00:01:11,890 --> 00:01:18,079 *CREDITS* 14 00:01:24,885 --> 00:01:28,325 "Dearest Demelza, I feel your absence keenly, 15 00:01:28,365 --> 00:01:31,409 "yet I rely upon your wonderful resourcefulness 16 00:01:31,434 --> 00:01:34,473 "to keep the home fires ablaze till I return." 17 00:01:34,498 --> 00:01:37,082 My dearest Ross, mind I don't blaze you 18 00:01:37,107 --> 00:01:39,467 if ever you deign to come home again! 19 00:01:51,960 --> 00:01:53,680 Where shall we dine? 20 00:01:54,135 --> 00:01:56,574 I regret I have a prior engagement. 21 00:01:57,192 --> 00:01:59,432 Who dares take priority over me? 22 00:02:05,332 --> 00:02:07,012 Prime Minister. 23 00:02:07,279 --> 00:02:09,039 Captain Poldark. 24 00:02:09,126 --> 00:02:12,874 I'm glad to hear your Poor Relief scheme succeeded in Cornwall, 25 00:02:12,907 --> 00:02:16,867 and I've every sympathy for a Bill to implement it across the nation, 26 00:02:16,915 --> 00:02:18,914 but it will not be passed. 27 00:02:19,156 --> 00:02:22,336 Why? Because too many of our Members deem it in their interest 28 00:02:22,361 --> 00:02:24,258 to keep the "small man" in his place. 29 00:02:24,283 --> 00:02:29,023 Then I must ask myself why I became a Member, if not to change that. 30 00:02:29,060 --> 00:02:32,180 Your impulse is sound and I believe its time will come. 31 00:02:32,205 --> 00:02:35,284 In the meantime? Take care of those you can. 32 00:02:35,792 --> 00:02:38,512 Help those who cannot help themselves. 33 00:02:41,082 --> 00:02:44,281 Your wife, is she in London? In Truro. 34 00:02:44,314 --> 00:02:47,578 I rely on her to keep me appraised of all that occurs in my absence. 35 00:02:47,603 --> 00:02:49,313 Does she ever visit? 36 00:02:49,338 --> 00:02:52,138 How could I bring her? Who would manage Cornwall? 37 00:02:56,731 --> 00:02:58,250 Forgive me, sir. 38 00:02:58,641 --> 00:03:01,880 Where might I find Dr Enys? I've mislaid him these three weeks. 39 00:03:01,905 --> 00:03:05,224 Forgive me. I've been advising Dr Behenna at the new infirmary. 40 00:03:05,287 --> 00:03:08,167 It opens in a fortnight and between that and my patients... 41 00:03:08,192 --> 00:03:10,074 And trying not to think of Caroline? 42 00:03:10,099 --> 00:03:13,138 Oh, Caroline will insist on invading my thoughts. 43 00:03:13,177 --> 00:03:15,737 Though not, alas, my home. 44 00:03:17,595 --> 00:03:19,635 BELL RINGS 45 00:03:29,396 --> 00:03:31,596 Nat Pearce... 46 00:03:31,917 --> 00:03:33,717 ..has croaked. 47 00:03:35,859 --> 00:03:37,539 How tragic. 48 00:03:44,387 --> 00:03:47,067 Foolish, foolish old man. 49 00:03:50,383 --> 00:03:52,223 Is it true, Father? 50 00:03:54,194 --> 00:03:57,394 He stole money from his clients' funds and gambled it away? 51 00:03:57,473 --> 00:03:58,856 Not gambled, 52 00:03:58,881 --> 00:04:00,400 speculated. 53 00:04:00,520 --> 00:04:03,552 Though some might say it's the same thing since the money was lost. 54 00:04:03,577 --> 00:04:04,966 Could you not have prevented him? 55 00:04:04,991 --> 00:04:07,670 By the time I found out, the damage was done. 56 00:04:08,030 --> 00:04:11,092 Pascoe's Bank stands guarantor for those funds 57 00:04:11,300 --> 00:04:13,700 and I intend to honour them in full. 58 00:04:13,732 --> 00:04:16,131 Can you? We'll be somewhat pinched, 59 00:04:16,171 --> 00:04:18,693 but if no other strain is placed on our resources... 60 00:04:18,718 --> 00:04:21,197 Ah, there you are, wife. 61 00:04:21,401 --> 00:04:23,201 Father-in-law. 62 00:04:26,329 --> 00:04:29,689 Deuced glad I trusted him with none of my capital! 63 00:04:29,949 --> 00:04:33,474 I hope you're keeping it safe, sir! Rest assured, St John, 64 00:04:33,499 --> 00:04:36,739 your entire marriage settlement remains untouched. 65 00:04:43,900 --> 00:04:46,379 "Help those who cannot help themselves." 66 00:04:46,380 --> 00:04:48,179 At least it's a mission. 67 00:04:48,180 --> 00:04:50,820 And since you cannot bear to be without one... 68 00:04:52,060 --> 00:04:53,899 Is that how you see me? 69 00:04:53,900 --> 00:04:57,340 My dear, you must always be about some scheme or another. 70 00:04:57,380 --> 00:05:00,020 When do you ever stand by and do nothing? 71 00:05:01,140 --> 00:05:02,780 Drink up, Poldark! 72 00:05:05,860 --> 00:05:07,740 Go on! 73 00:05:07,780 --> 00:05:11,540 He'd hardly thank me for showing him up in front of his friends. 74 00:05:25,140 --> 00:05:27,099 Oh, no! Oooh! 75 00:05:27,100 --> 00:05:28,740 Oooh! 76 00:05:29,820 --> 00:05:31,860 Oh, shame on you, Poldark. 77 00:05:31,900 --> 00:05:35,539 Kitty will be disappointed if you cannot stand to attention. 78 00:05:35,540 --> 00:05:37,580 LAUGHTER 79 00:05:55,860 --> 00:05:58,060 A brace of Poldarks. 80 00:05:58,100 --> 00:06:00,339 Quel embarras de richesses! 81 00:06:00,340 --> 00:06:02,140 We were just leaving. 82 00:06:02,180 --> 00:06:06,179 Deserting your post? Is the pace too warm for your nephew? 83 00:06:06,180 --> 00:06:09,660 On the contrary. I think he found it rather dull. 84 00:06:17,180 --> 00:06:22,060 To Nathaniel Pearce, Esquire and his most helpful demise. 85 00:06:24,100 --> 00:06:28,060 Perhaps now would be a good time to resume your "literary career"? 86 00:06:29,580 --> 00:06:32,020 With himself safely in the ground. 87 00:06:34,860 --> 00:06:38,099 It comes to the notice of a well-wisher 88 00:06:38,100 --> 00:06:41,339 that you entrust your savings to Pascoe's Bank. 89 00:06:41,340 --> 00:06:44,980 I must inform you it is on the verge of insolvency, 90 00:06:45,020 --> 00:06:49,059 owing to the criminal activities of Pascoe's accomplice, 91 00:06:49,060 --> 00:06:52,060 Nathaniel Pearce, who has been 92 00:06:52,100 --> 00:06:56,300 permitted to embezzle funds entrusted to him. 93 00:06:57,420 --> 00:07:00,180 I therefore advise you to withdraw your deposits 94 00:07:00,220 --> 00:07:02,740 from Pascoe's Bank without delay. 95 00:07:03,860 --> 00:07:05,740 We will continue this later. 96 00:07:07,540 --> 00:07:09,020 A-hum. 97 00:07:16,100 --> 00:07:18,900 What was that letter? Oh, business. 98 00:07:18,940 --> 00:07:20,979 Pertaining to Ross? 99 00:07:20,980 --> 00:07:22,819 Why would you think so? 100 00:07:22,820 --> 00:07:26,340 You have a particular expression when you're conspiring against him. 101 00:07:26,380 --> 00:07:28,060 I've seen it many times. 102 00:07:28,100 --> 00:07:31,939 I can assure you, there was no mention of Ross in that letter. 103 00:07:31,940 --> 00:07:35,179 Yet I wonder why you're so keen to protect him. 104 00:07:35,180 --> 00:07:38,619 It is you I am keen to protect, George, from your own imaginings, 105 00:07:38,620 --> 00:07:41,060 which have injured us both in the past. 106 00:07:42,140 --> 00:07:45,780 But on this occasion, I see it was my imagining, so forgive me. 107 00:07:56,340 --> 00:07:59,340 Does Adderley not know who the boy's stepfather is? 108 00:08:00,380 --> 00:08:01,979 Do you think he cares? 109 00:08:01,980 --> 00:08:05,660 Still, I'm glad to see you're resolved not to interfere. 110 00:08:07,700 --> 00:08:10,740 Perhaps we all need a little distance from London. 111 00:08:21,580 --> 00:08:23,300 How many have you got? 112 00:08:32,060 --> 00:08:34,099 Yes, well done! 113 00:08:34,100 --> 00:08:35,300 Thanks. 114 00:08:37,540 --> 00:08:42,019 I thought you should know, mistress, old Nat Pearce is dead. 115 00:08:42,020 --> 00:08:43,540 Oh. 116 00:08:44,620 --> 00:08:46,099 And...? 117 00:08:46,100 --> 00:08:49,540 Well, 'tis said he left his affairs in disarray. 118 00:08:49,580 --> 00:08:52,140 Talk of embezzlements and the like. 119 00:08:52,180 --> 00:08:55,619 But Ross had no dealings with him. Pascoe's Bank did. 120 00:08:55,620 --> 00:08:57,659 And now 'tis said there may be a crash 121 00:08:57,660 --> 00:09:00,900 and that Pascoe's be no longer a safe place to keep money. 122 00:09:01,940 --> 00:09:03,340 Judas. 123 00:09:34,420 --> 00:09:36,859 I come again to ask 'ee. 124 00:09:36,860 --> 00:09:38,820 My answer is the same. 125 00:09:38,860 --> 00:09:40,539 Thank 'ee kindly, 126 00:09:40,540 --> 00:09:42,220 but no. 127 00:09:46,220 --> 00:09:49,659 But why? There be no hope of resurrecting this, 128 00:09:49,660 --> 00:09:52,099 so why not come and live with me in Sawle? 129 00:09:52,100 --> 00:09:55,819 Because I'd not disrespect Rosina by showing my face there again. 130 00:09:55,820 --> 00:09:57,859 I'm minded to start afresh, 131 00:09:57,860 --> 00:10:01,420 maybe list as a soldier or go to sea. 132 00:10:02,860 --> 00:10:04,859 Morwenna's dead to me 133 00:10:04,860 --> 00:10:07,100 and I'll not injure Rosina more. 134 00:10:08,300 --> 00:10:11,780 So I'll see what may be salvaged here and then I'll be on my way. 135 00:10:20,820 --> 00:10:22,780 I thank you. Leave me. 136 00:10:46,100 --> 00:10:48,060 FOOTSTEPS 137 00:10:52,180 --> 00:10:55,100 My dear, are you quite well? You seem very pale. 138 00:10:55,140 --> 00:10:58,100 I believe I may be... sickening for something. 139 00:11:02,380 --> 00:11:04,540 You must look after yourself, my dear. 140 00:11:16,580 --> 00:11:18,020 Morwenna! 141 00:11:25,900 --> 00:11:28,579 My daughter-in-law had no business to send for you. 142 00:11:28,580 --> 00:11:31,140 I cannot imagine what she has to complain of. 143 00:11:31,180 --> 00:11:34,059 I'll be happy to ascertain that if I might see her alone. 144 00:11:34,060 --> 00:11:36,100 She has no secrets from me. 145 00:11:41,580 --> 00:11:43,323 Then doubtless she'll give you a 146 00:11:43,335 --> 00:11:45,420 full account once I've examined her. 147 00:11:55,220 --> 00:11:58,020 Your note mentioned... tremors? 148 00:12:01,060 --> 00:12:02,740 Palpitations? Nausea? 149 00:12:08,820 --> 00:12:11,140 If you would furnish me more details, 150 00:12:11,180 --> 00:12:13,500 I could perhaps prescribe... Oblivion. 151 00:12:15,820 --> 00:12:17,540 Can you supply that? 152 00:12:20,140 --> 00:12:21,300 Yes. 153 00:12:22,420 --> 00:12:25,260 But first I might ask what you wish to escape. 154 00:12:27,260 --> 00:12:30,500 I might also tell you that I myself once wished for such a thing. 155 00:12:31,540 --> 00:12:33,579 When I returned from France 156 00:12:33,580 --> 00:12:36,619 with my senses numbed and my nerves frayed... 157 00:12:36,620 --> 00:12:38,020 And violated? 158 00:12:39,540 --> 00:12:41,700 As I have been violated? 159 00:12:43,820 --> 00:12:45,340 My husband... 160 00:12:46,380 --> 00:12:48,300 ..before he died... I understand. 161 00:12:49,420 --> 00:12:52,300 And I urge you to put all thoughts of him behind you. 162 00:12:52,340 --> 00:12:55,099 Look to the future with... 163 00:12:55,100 --> 00:12:56,500 ..hope. 164 00:12:59,140 --> 00:13:01,020 I wish that were possible. 165 00:13:06,100 --> 00:13:08,099 God go with 'ee, maid. 166 00:13:08,100 --> 00:13:09,740 And thee, sir. 167 00:13:10,740 --> 00:13:12,260 Rosina... 168 00:13:15,180 --> 00:13:19,060 ..what passed 'twixt thee and my brother, I believe he did wrong. 169 00:13:20,100 --> 00:13:23,100 A promise is a promise and should not be broke on a whim. 170 00:13:24,140 --> 00:13:28,140 'Twas not a whim, sir, for he loved she afore ever he saw me, 171 00:13:28,180 --> 00:13:31,059 and when she was widowed, he felt he must go to her, 172 00:13:31,060 --> 00:13:33,260 so I respect him. 173 00:13:35,300 --> 00:13:37,180 I don' respect her. 174 00:13:38,340 --> 00:13:40,820 She's free now, yet she've turned him away. 175 00:13:40,860 --> 00:13:43,660 If she truly loved him, why did she so? 176 00:13:45,060 --> 00:13:47,500 That I cannot answer. 177 00:13:47,540 --> 00:13:51,140 And perhaps I've no right to speak to thee of Drake at all. 178 00:13:52,180 --> 00:13:54,020 But if 'ee will allow me... 179 00:14:01,100 --> 00:14:03,860 Then there's only one thing you can do 180 00:14:03,900 --> 00:14:07,820 which would put a seal on George's trust which no-one could dispute. 181 00:14:10,060 --> 00:14:12,099 Give him another child. 182 00:14:12,100 --> 00:14:16,140 That cannot alter what's gone before. It could. 183 00:14:17,220 --> 00:14:20,020 If there were some confusion over dates. 184 00:14:22,660 --> 00:14:25,740 If it could seem to him another eight-month child. 185 00:14:26,820 --> 00:14:28,100 Mama. 186 00:14:37,500 --> 00:14:40,539 Gentlemen, please. Gentlemen, have patience. 187 00:14:40,540 --> 00:14:43,139 I will see you all in turn. 188 00:14:43,140 --> 00:14:47,419 It's true that some of the funds Nat Pearce misappropriated 189 00:14:47,420 --> 00:14:49,859 carried our guarantee. 190 00:14:49,860 --> 00:14:52,739 They will be honoured in full. 191 00:14:52,740 --> 00:14:56,380 There's not the slightest threat to the stability of the bank. 192 00:14:57,380 --> 00:15:01,380 Unless... all of my old clients 193 00:15:01,420 --> 00:15:05,860 proceed as you wish to do and suddenly withdraw, in full, 194 00:15:05,900 --> 00:15:08,780 deposits which have lain with us for years. 195 00:15:13,860 --> 00:15:16,780 Mistress Poldark, what a pleasure. 196 00:15:17,940 --> 00:15:20,540 A glass of port? Thank you, no, sir. 197 00:15:21,580 --> 00:15:24,699 'Tis the end of the month and, as you know, our usual custom... 198 00:15:24,700 --> 00:15:26,820 Is to draw money for wages. 199 00:15:27,860 --> 00:15:30,099 Of course. Five hundred? 200 00:15:30,100 --> 00:15:32,139 I will instruct my clerk. 201 00:15:32,140 --> 00:15:35,980 But, sir, I bethink if you're in such trouble... 202 00:15:36,020 --> 00:15:40,220 You wish to safeguard yourself by taking more? I quite understand. 203 00:15:41,260 --> 00:15:44,619 Captain Poldark has over £3,000 to his credit, 204 00:15:44,620 --> 00:15:49,179 but I'd esteem it a favour if you'd not take it all at once. 205 00:15:49,180 --> 00:15:52,660 In a week, I hope, we will have weathered the storm. 206 00:16:04,340 --> 00:16:08,699 Yes, I did hear rumours of the crisis at Pascoe's Bank, 207 00:16:08,700 --> 00:16:11,620 but I assume it will blow over. 208 00:16:12,740 --> 00:16:16,619 Forgive me, my Lord, I don't rightly understand these things, 209 00:16:16,620 --> 00:16:20,579 and dearly wish Ross were here to help, but in his absence... 210 00:16:20,580 --> 00:16:22,340 It's the end of the month 211 00:16:22,380 --> 00:16:25,060 and I went to draw money to pay our wages, but... 212 00:16:26,140 --> 00:16:29,219 ..I found I could not. You mean Pascoe's could not pay you? 213 00:16:29,220 --> 00:16:31,859 No, I mean, I could not withdraw it. 214 00:16:31,860 --> 00:16:34,899 If I do, it will encourage others to do the same, 215 00:16:34,900 --> 00:16:39,139 and Pascoe's been Ross' friend these 20 years. 216 00:16:39,140 --> 00:16:43,020 Surely now is the time to put money in, not draw it out. 217 00:16:52,580 --> 00:16:54,820 Your concern was not needed, Uncle. 218 00:16:54,860 --> 00:16:57,100 Everyone in London has their little amours. 219 00:16:57,140 --> 00:16:59,100 Everyone gambles and drinks to excess. 220 00:16:59,140 --> 00:17:01,099 On their stepfather's money? 221 00:17:01,100 --> 00:17:03,619 Why could you not have been my stepfather? 222 00:17:03,620 --> 00:17:07,179 I could never fund your education or your escapades! 223 00:17:07,180 --> 00:17:10,139 Then I suggest you retain George's favour. 224 00:17:10,140 --> 00:17:13,060 Believe me, it's the only reason I tolerate him. 225 00:17:13,100 --> 00:17:14,900 THEY CHUCKLE 226 00:17:17,140 --> 00:17:18,580 'Tis not... 227 00:17:18,620 --> 00:17:21,180 ..only advice I seek, my Lord, but... 228 00:17:22,860 --> 00:17:24,260 ..a loan. 229 00:17:25,340 --> 00:17:28,099 £2,000, to meet our wages. 230 00:17:28,100 --> 00:17:30,139 How many men do you employ? 231 00:17:30,140 --> 00:17:31,539 Erm... 232 00:17:31,540 --> 00:17:33,819 I can't rightly remember. 233 00:17:33,820 --> 00:17:37,500 From conversations with your husband, I would guess that... 234 00:17:37,540 --> 00:17:41,020 ..£800 would more than cover your needs. 235 00:17:51,860 --> 00:17:53,939 May I offer you a word of advice? 236 00:17:53,940 --> 00:17:56,060 Loyalty is admirable... 237 00:17:57,180 --> 00:18:00,060 ..but it's unwise to be governed by sentiment. 238 00:18:01,100 --> 00:18:03,780 This money is for you and your mine. 239 00:18:06,100 --> 00:18:08,780 Not to prop up a shaky bank in Truro. 240 00:18:08,820 --> 00:18:10,300 No, my Lord. 241 00:18:12,380 --> 00:18:14,580 I'm that grateful, my Lord. 242 00:18:26,420 --> 00:18:29,019 I wonder who his father would've preferred. 243 00:18:29,020 --> 00:18:30,820 For his stepfather. 244 00:18:30,860 --> 00:18:32,300 Neither of us. 245 00:18:33,300 --> 00:18:35,340 George may be a moral bankrupt 246 00:18:35,380 --> 00:18:37,819 but I could never have made Elizabeth happy. 247 00:18:37,820 --> 00:18:41,020 She requires a life of ease and luxury. 248 00:18:42,060 --> 00:18:43,660 And you require? 249 00:18:44,740 --> 00:18:47,100 A wife who's willing to dirty her hands. 250 00:18:55,060 --> 00:18:57,700 MEN TALK OVER EACH OTHER 251 00:19:00,140 --> 00:19:03,779 Excuse me, sirs, where must I go to pay money in? 252 00:19:03,780 --> 00:19:05,820 Pardon me, sirs? 253 00:19:06,900 --> 00:19:08,859 Pray, excuse me, sir? 254 00:19:08,860 --> 00:19:11,100 I have money to pay in. 255 00:19:12,100 --> 00:19:13,860 Which way must I go? 256 00:19:13,900 --> 00:19:16,580 Good day, Mr Martin. You're not here to withdraw funds? 257 00:19:16,620 --> 00:19:19,859 No, ma'am, deposit, as I've done every month these 20 years. 258 00:19:19,860 --> 00:19:22,740 And I, sir. 30 years! 259 00:19:22,780 --> 00:19:25,099 And have no reason to stop now. 260 00:19:25,100 --> 00:19:27,540 I be new to these parts... 261 00:19:28,580 --> 00:19:30,740 And have been recommended...? 262 00:19:30,780 --> 00:19:33,859 Oh, yeah, and I've been recommended to this bank 263 00:19:33,860 --> 00:19:35,579 on account... 264 00:19:35,580 --> 00:19:37,740 ..of it being, erm... 265 00:19:41,180 --> 00:19:43,020 Safer than Bodmin Jail! 266 00:19:44,140 --> 00:19:46,380 For once in, there's no getting out. 267 00:19:46,420 --> 00:19:49,500 And truly, I declare I'd trust Pascoe's with my life. 268 00:20:12,060 --> 00:20:14,659 I was only thinking of... What? 269 00:20:14,660 --> 00:20:18,139 That I'm so marred and dainty I can't abide to look at 'ee now? 270 00:20:18,140 --> 00:20:20,020 Or hear folks gossip? 271 00:20:21,220 --> 00:20:24,820 "Poor Rosina, twice let down and maybe now she'll never wed." 272 00:20:29,620 --> 00:20:32,700 There be no words too wicked for the wrong I did 'ee. 273 00:20:32,740 --> 00:20:35,820 Hush your creenin'. 'Tis I was jilted, not thee. 274 00:20:36,820 --> 00:20:39,260 And if I can stay and bear it, so can 'ee. 275 00:20:56,100 --> 00:20:58,579 So Pascoe's is clinging on. 276 00:20:58,580 --> 00:21:01,980 But are we to be thwarted by a scullery maid? 277 00:21:02,020 --> 00:21:03,820 I think not. 278 00:21:12,660 --> 00:21:16,419 My dear St John, how good of you to respond so promptly to our note. 279 00:21:16,420 --> 00:21:19,499 Concerning your outstanding loans with us. 280 00:21:19,500 --> 00:21:22,100 Which of course you're happy to renew? 281 00:21:22,140 --> 00:21:24,339 The season's been damned expensive. 282 00:21:24,340 --> 00:21:28,619 And as cousin to the Honourable Member for Truro, 283 00:21:28,620 --> 00:21:32,459 I must look the part if I'm to benefit from the association! 284 00:21:32,460 --> 00:21:35,300 Cousin to Ross Poldark? Did we know that? 285 00:21:36,340 --> 00:21:39,100 Not wanting to be a killjoy, 286 00:21:39,140 --> 00:21:41,419 but capital's scarce. 287 00:21:41,420 --> 00:21:43,767 Our bank lately financed several 288 00:21:43,779 --> 00:21:46,580 schemes which ran into difficulties. 289 00:21:46,700 --> 00:21:49,539 Not unlike those which ruined Nat Pearce. 290 00:21:49,540 --> 00:21:51,579 So, regrettably, 291 00:21:51,580 --> 00:21:53,986 we find ourselves obliged to call in 292 00:21:53,998 --> 00:21:56,220 a number of our short-term loans. 293 00:21:57,340 --> 00:21:59,059 Including yours. 294 00:21:59,060 --> 00:22:00,300 What? 295 00:22:02,140 --> 00:22:04,300 Gentlemen, this is a poor jest. 296 00:22:05,820 --> 00:22:08,019 But... that's outrageous! 297 00:22:08,020 --> 00:22:10,859 You surely recall how I chose to retain you as my bankers, 298 00:22:10,860 --> 00:22:13,939 even though my wife Joan urged me to bank with her father, 299 00:22:13,940 --> 00:22:15,860 and is this how you repay me? 300 00:22:15,900 --> 00:22:19,099 And you'll recall your wife's dowry, a considerable sum, 301 00:22:19,100 --> 00:22:21,339 still resides at her father's bank. 302 00:22:21,340 --> 00:22:23,380 I suggest you call upon it now. 303 00:22:23,420 --> 00:22:26,099 I believe it will almost cover your debts. 304 00:22:26,100 --> 00:22:28,339 Preposterous! Disgraceful! 305 00:22:28,340 --> 00:22:32,100 I should add that this unfortunate situation 306 00:22:32,140 --> 00:22:34,179 is temporary. 307 00:22:34,180 --> 00:22:37,340 Within three months, we expect the crisis to pass. 308 00:22:38,660 --> 00:22:42,140 Should you then apply to us for credit... 309 00:22:45,380 --> 00:22:48,060 Oh... Oh, I see. 310 00:22:49,060 --> 00:22:50,859 A mere three months? 311 00:22:50,860 --> 00:22:55,139 Though I beg you not to mention our present difficulties 312 00:22:55,140 --> 00:22:57,780 for fear it should frighten our investors. 313 00:22:59,340 --> 00:23:00,820 Of course. 314 00:23:03,580 --> 00:23:05,740 You can rely on my discretion. 315 00:23:19,580 --> 00:23:21,140 Dr Enys! 316 00:23:21,180 --> 00:23:23,780 How go the preparations for the grand opening? 317 00:23:23,820 --> 00:23:25,419 Of the infirmary? 318 00:23:25,420 --> 00:23:28,659 Gratifying for we subscribers to see the fruits of our labours. 319 00:23:28,660 --> 00:23:31,100 At any rate, the fruits of your donations! 320 00:23:31,140 --> 00:23:33,780 One cannot do too much for the deserving poor. 321 00:23:33,820 --> 00:23:35,580 As you yourself demonstrate 322 00:23:35,620 --> 00:23:38,139 by your generous support of Ross' scheme. 323 00:23:38,140 --> 00:23:40,859 Ah, yes. We are quite the charitable cabal. 324 00:23:40,860 --> 00:23:44,339 A pity his obligations in Westminster keep him from Cornwall. 325 00:23:44,340 --> 00:23:47,340 So much afoot which he is sadly missing. 326 00:24:30,820 --> 00:24:32,620 Never learn, do 'ee? 327 00:24:32,660 --> 00:24:35,499 Brother Tom did say 'ee were a stubborn little tacker. 328 00:24:35,500 --> 00:24:37,619 My brother do wish for no trouble. 329 00:24:37,620 --> 00:24:40,180 And yet it do always seem to find him. 330 00:24:41,180 --> 00:24:43,300 Ignore him. Come on. 331 00:24:57,820 --> 00:24:59,059 Mama! 332 00:24:59,060 --> 00:25:00,579 My darling! 333 00:25:00,580 --> 00:25:02,299 The prodigal returns. 334 00:25:02,300 --> 00:25:04,139 Is that me or you? 335 00:25:04,140 --> 00:25:06,100 Will you take some refreshment? 336 00:25:06,140 --> 00:25:08,020 I assume George is from home. 337 00:25:09,420 --> 00:25:12,859 Thank you for taking him under your wing and for bringing him home. 338 00:25:12,860 --> 00:25:14,500 I was glad to do it. 339 00:25:17,620 --> 00:25:21,380 I've been informed by the Chief Clerk of Pascoe's Bank 340 00:25:21,420 --> 00:25:24,019 they've closed their doors. 341 00:25:24,020 --> 00:25:26,060 No-one can withdraw money. 342 00:25:27,340 --> 00:25:29,820 Which means for Ross... 343 00:25:29,860 --> 00:25:32,580 ..his entire life savings. 344 00:25:34,780 --> 00:25:37,220 Elizabeth should hear it from me. Mmm. 345 00:25:42,540 --> 00:25:44,740 I'll be at the infirmary till late. 346 00:25:44,780 --> 00:25:47,580 Tell Bone I'll take supper in my room. Yes, sir. 347 00:25:52,060 --> 00:25:53,300 Dr Enys. 348 00:25:56,060 --> 00:25:59,179 There's a terrible shortage of good physicians in London. 349 00:25:59,180 --> 00:26:01,820 I was obliged to come to Cornwall to find one. 350 00:26:03,060 --> 00:26:05,180 And do you have an appointment? 351 00:26:06,300 --> 00:26:09,740 I'm afraid not. Do you think you might fit me in? 352 00:26:42,100 --> 00:26:44,220 To our friendship. Yes. 353 00:26:45,300 --> 00:26:47,940 Though I doubt George would approve of my visit. 354 00:26:48,940 --> 00:26:51,300 Will you tell him? Of course. 355 00:26:52,820 --> 00:26:54,419 You know him, Ross. 356 00:26:54,420 --> 00:26:56,196 He will never be rid of his doubts 357 00:26:56,208 --> 00:26:58,099 so why would I provoke them further? 358 00:26:58,100 --> 00:27:00,100 Why, even now... 359 00:27:00,140 --> 00:27:01,740 Yes? 360 00:27:05,180 --> 00:27:08,340 I suspect him of being about some scheme or other. 361 00:27:08,380 --> 00:27:10,060 Against me? Never! 362 00:27:11,100 --> 00:27:12,819 It's his way. 363 00:27:12,820 --> 00:27:14,540 I've grown used to it. 364 00:27:15,780 --> 00:27:17,220 I'm content. 365 00:27:20,060 --> 00:27:22,580 Truly? Yes. 366 00:27:22,620 --> 00:27:24,300 Truly. 367 00:27:39,220 --> 00:27:41,340 Mama! 368 00:27:41,380 --> 00:27:44,500 Valentine, my love, is it not time for your supper? 369 00:27:46,260 --> 00:27:47,780 Where's Bessie? 370 00:27:50,980 --> 00:27:53,260 Happy to make your acquaintance, sir. 371 00:28:04,140 --> 00:28:06,100 Bessie, will you take him? 372 00:28:09,140 --> 00:28:10,820 Wait, Bessie. 373 00:28:34,060 --> 00:28:36,300 A fine boy. Yes. 374 00:28:38,180 --> 00:28:40,074 Did you ever think further of that 375 00:28:40,086 --> 00:28:42,100 conversation we had at Sawle Church? 376 00:28:44,820 --> 00:28:47,580 Yes. I'm very mindful of it. 377 00:28:49,620 --> 00:28:53,140 Well, if you see me in Truro, feel at liberty to ignore me. 378 00:28:54,180 --> 00:28:55,500 I shall. 379 00:29:09,340 --> 00:29:11,060 WHIP CRACKS 380 00:29:39,580 --> 00:29:41,780 Who was that? Mama! 381 00:29:42,820 --> 00:29:44,500 An unexpected visitor. 382 00:29:45,620 --> 00:29:47,500 Look who's come to stay. 383 00:30:00,580 --> 00:30:03,540 Can you forgive me for leaving you? 384 00:30:10,420 --> 00:30:13,500 It was what you needed, so there is nothing to forgive. 385 00:30:16,540 --> 00:30:18,379 How was London? 386 00:30:18,380 --> 00:30:20,979 Thrilling, diverting... 387 00:30:20,980 --> 00:30:23,060 ..brutal, cold. 388 00:30:24,060 --> 00:30:26,060 One fears for the young there. 389 00:30:28,300 --> 00:30:31,020 You told me, when Sarah died... 390 00:30:32,180 --> 00:30:34,420 ..that you were never meant to be a mother. 391 00:30:35,420 --> 00:30:37,260 Do you think so still? 392 00:30:40,100 --> 00:30:42,340 I see I must be on my guard, Dr Enys. 393 00:30:43,340 --> 00:30:46,260 You seem determined to prove I have feelings after all. 394 00:30:53,380 --> 00:30:57,780 We have no savings, no wages, and we owe Falmouth £800. 395 00:30:57,820 --> 00:31:00,540 'Ee did all 'ee could, maid. And it wasn't enough. 396 00:31:01,660 --> 00:31:04,260 I could kick myself. Judas, I'm an idiot! 397 00:31:04,300 --> 00:31:06,300 Oh, I doubt that. Ross! 398 00:31:08,140 --> 00:31:09,540 Jeremy. 399 00:31:11,780 --> 00:31:13,540 Good boy. 400 00:31:18,860 --> 00:31:20,740 Let me look at you. 401 00:31:24,140 --> 00:31:26,260 A little thinner, perhaps, but... 402 00:31:27,340 --> 00:31:29,979 ..no idiot, as far as I can tell. 403 00:31:29,980 --> 00:31:32,099 Oh, Ross, if only you knew. 404 00:31:32,100 --> 00:31:33,539 Perhaps I do. 405 00:31:33,540 --> 00:31:35,060 Pascoe's Bank? 406 00:31:36,180 --> 00:31:39,099 I met with Zacky. He told me of your valiant efforts. 407 00:31:39,100 --> 00:31:40,820 Which all came to nought. 408 00:31:40,860 --> 00:31:42,859 Pascoe was ruined anyway. 409 00:31:42,860 --> 00:31:44,740 Did I do right or wrong, Ross? 410 00:31:45,900 --> 00:31:48,580 I have to know. There was a choice to make and... 411 00:31:50,180 --> 00:31:52,220 What? 412 00:31:54,620 --> 00:31:58,100 You are worth all Westminster. 413 00:32:11,820 --> 00:32:14,100 Back for good, are 'ee? 414 00:32:14,140 --> 00:32:16,379 As 'ee see. I mislike it. 415 00:32:16,380 --> 00:32:19,059 And when I mislike a thing, I make it known. 416 00:32:19,060 --> 00:32:21,259 By burning down a forge? 417 00:32:21,260 --> 00:32:23,540 I? What? Why would 'ee think so? 418 00:32:23,580 --> 00:32:26,060 'Ee do know that arson's a hanging offence? 419 00:32:26,100 --> 00:32:28,379 Arson? What? I know not about that. 420 00:32:28,380 --> 00:32:31,060 Look, my brother did wrong by Rosina, 421 00:32:31,100 --> 00:32:33,659 but she've made her peace with him. 422 00:32:33,660 --> 00:32:36,579 Their story be done, and now he've returned, 423 00:32:36,580 --> 00:32:38,819 ye'll not lay a finger upon him. 424 00:32:38,820 --> 00:32:40,859 Will I not? No. 425 00:32:40,860 --> 00:32:44,019 For if you do, you'll have me to answer to. 426 00:32:44,020 --> 00:32:47,300 And though the Lord do exhort us not to vengeance, 427 00:32:47,340 --> 00:32:49,940 for my brother's sake, I will repay. 428 00:33:19,140 --> 00:33:22,619 My dear Ross, it's been a miserable business. 429 00:33:22,620 --> 00:33:26,659 Yeah, and I agree, if more of my friends had been on hand, 430 00:33:26,660 --> 00:33:29,740 we might have weathered the storm, but... 431 00:33:29,780 --> 00:33:34,179 Basset's Bank have agreed to take over my accounts and liabilities. 432 00:33:34,180 --> 00:33:37,019 Why can't the bank be reconstituted as before? 433 00:33:37,020 --> 00:33:38,659 With what capital? 434 00:33:38,660 --> 00:33:41,619 A bank must have a capital before it can start lending. 435 00:33:41,620 --> 00:33:44,859 That is the basis of credit. Yes, but there's not a bank in England 436 00:33:44,860 --> 00:33:47,379 who can meet all of its creditors at the same time, 437 00:33:47,380 --> 00:33:50,620 but there's no need. The creditors have sufficient faith in them. 438 00:33:50,660 --> 00:33:54,300 What has caused yours to waiver? The very question I asked myself. 439 00:33:55,300 --> 00:33:57,539 Till somebody showed me this. 440 00:33:57,540 --> 00:33:59,820 Anonymous, of course. 441 00:33:59,860 --> 00:34:02,020 Yet I think we may guess at the author. 442 00:34:03,060 --> 00:34:04,900 "A well-wisher." 443 00:34:06,060 --> 00:34:08,740 Of course, there's no absolute proof, but... 444 00:34:09,820 --> 00:34:11,740 ..'tis done now. 445 00:34:11,780 --> 00:34:15,740 And on a more cheerful note, I shan't be entirely redundant. 446 00:34:15,780 --> 00:34:19,660 I've been offered the post of Chief Clerk at Basset, Rogers & Co. 447 00:34:19,700 --> 00:34:22,139 The salary is not to be sneezed at. 448 00:34:22,140 --> 00:34:24,179 No, it's to be spat at! 449 00:34:24,180 --> 00:34:27,099 Truly, Harris, if I cannot do better for you than that! 450 00:34:27,100 --> 00:34:29,060 Do not attempt it. 451 00:34:29,100 --> 00:34:32,659 This final manoeuvre of the Warleggans, 452 00:34:32,660 --> 00:34:36,139 calling in St John's loan, just as we hoped we were safe, 453 00:34:36,140 --> 00:34:38,179 it was masterly. 454 00:34:38,180 --> 00:34:42,580 And it will strengthen, not blacken, their reputation, 455 00:34:42,620 --> 00:34:45,100 for who will dare challenge a family 456 00:34:45,140 --> 00:34:47,820 who have the power to bring down a bank? 457 00:34:58,820 --> 00:35:01,940 Thank you very much for meeting me this morning. 458 00:35:25,500 --> 00:35:27,540 Much appreciated. Thank you. 459 00:35:41,140 --> 00:35:42,740 Supper's hot. 460 00:35:44,100 --> 00:35:45,580 Not hungry. 461 00:35:46,820 --> 00:35:48,260 Just weary. 462 00:35:49,300 --> 00:35:51,300 Of arguing, riding... 463 00:35:52,540 --> 00:35:54,139 ..persuading. 464 00:35:54,140 --> 00:35:56,139 Did you persuade? 465 00:35:56,140 --> 00:35:58,580 There's sympathy for Pascoe, but... 466 00:35:59,660 --> 00:36:02,659 ..no offers of capital to restart the bank. 467 00:36:02,660 --> 00:36:05,500 And we still have the problem of how to pay our men. 468 00:36:07,540 --> 00:36:09,580 What's your opinion? 469 00:36:11,620 --> 00:36:13,059 Mine? 470 00:36:13,060 --> 00:36:15,060 We're partners, are we not? 471 00:36:17,580 --> 00:36:20,860 Well, as your partner, I think... 472 00:36:20,900 --> 00:36:23,580 ..first you should tend to your stomach. 473 00:36:24,820 --> 00:36:26,220 And then... 474 00:36:27,660 --> 00:36:30,299 ..maybe tomorrow you could beg Dwight and Caroline 475 00:36:30,300 --> 00:36:32,299 for a loan to pay our wages. 476 00:36:32,300 --> 00:36:36,380 And maybe see if Sir Francis has aught to suggest. 477 00:36:37,820 --> 00:36:39,620 My thoughts entirely. 478 00:36:52,420 --> 00:36:56,340 Mistress. Zacky, Captain Ross and I wish to thank all our workers 479 00:36:56,380 --> 00:36:59,900 for their patience in bearing with us till we can pay wages. 480 00:36:59,940 --> 00:37:01,820 'Tis well thought on, mistress. 481 00:37:01,860 --> 00:37:05,300 In return they'll get a half-day off and an extra sixpence besides. 482 00:37:05,340 --> 00:37:07,379 'Twill be much appreciated. 483 00:37:07,380 --> 00:37:10,580 And tonight we invite all to Nampara, where we'll have a bonfire 484 00:37:10,620 --> 00:37:13,179 and a barrel of ale and stargazy pie! 485 00:37:13,180 --> 00:37:14,780 Bless thee. 486 00:37:17,420 --> 00:37:21,899 It was unfortunate, yes, and I too was away when Pascoe's collapsed. 487 00:37:21,900 --> 00:37:25,540 But in truth, Captain, the days of the small bank are done, 488 00:37:25,580 --> 00:37:27,380 so under the circumstances... 489 00:37:27,420 --> 00:37:30,540 The circumstances generated by this? 490 00:37:32,140 --> 00:37:36,740 Sent to 50 of Pascoe's most prominent clients. 491 00:37:40,380 --> 00:37:43,419 This is monstrous. I've spoken with many of them. 492 00:37:43,420 --> 00:37:45,273 And most are willing to allow their 493 00:37:45,285 --> 00:37:47,099 accounts to remain in Pascoe hands 494 00:37:47,100 --> 00:37:48,820 and see him trade again. 495 00:37:48,860 --> 00:37:51,540 It's all well and good, but who will finance him? 496 00:37:51,580 --> 00:37:54,780 Could Basset's not provide? A loan? 497 00:37:54,820 --> 00:37:57,219 It would take him years to repay. 498 00:37:57,220 --> 00:38:00,380 No, I'm sorry, but the amalgamation which is in process 499 00:38:00,420 --> 00:38:02,819 seems to me the only practical solution. 500 00:38:02,820 --> 00:38:04,380 Why not a new concern? 501 00:38:05,500 --> 00:38:07,820 Basset, Rogers, Pascoe & Co? 502 00:38:07,860 --> 00:38:10,660 It would gain all Pascoe's clients, including myself. 503 00:38:10,700 --> 00:38:12,380 Out of the question. 504 00:38:12,420 --> 00:38:15,540 Pascoe's name would bring with it an air of failure and misjudgment. 505 00:38:15,580 --> 00:38:17,339 Surely his only misjudgment 506 00:38:17,340 --> 00:38:19,819 was to ever cross swords with the Warleggans. 507 00:38:19,820 --> 00:38:22,819 And are we not agreed, every time the Warleggans triumph 508 00:38:22,820 --> 00:38:26,659 over the smaller man, it makes the next "small man" less likely 509 00:38:26,660 --> 00:38:30,540 to stand up to them? It would be a mistake, Captain... 510 00:38:31,580 --> 00:38:34,620 ..to press too hard from a position of weakness. 511 00:38:36,140 --> 00:38:38,820 Well, then I appeal to your generosity... 512 00:38:38,860 --> 00:38:41,300 ..and your sense of fair play. 513 00:38:44,580 --> 00:38:47,060 He threw you out? I left before he could. 514 00:38:47,100 --> 00:38:48,746 I could've told you not to press him. 515 00:38:48,758 --> 00:38:50,459 You know he dislikes to be manoeuvred. 516 00:38:50,460 --> 00:38:52,659 And you're the expert on how to direct him? 517 00:38:52,660 --> 00:38:55,139 Did I not persuade him to make friends with Falmouth? 518 00:38:55,140 --> 00:38:57,339 Perhaps you should negotiate with him next time. 519 00:38:57,340 --> 00:38:59,020 Will there be a next time? 520 00:39:04,100 --> 00:39:06,300 What was it the Prime Minister said? 521 00:39:07,860 --> 00:39:09,779 See for those you can? 522 00:39:09,780 --> 00:39:11,980 Then that's what we must do. 523 00:39:13,020 --> 00:39:15,020 MUSIC 524 00:39:31,100 --> 00:39:32,900 CHEERING 525 00:39:32,940 --> 00:39:35,540 Well, now, Ross, you've been generous with us, 526 00:39:35,580 --> 00:39:37,780 so we've a little gift in return. 527 00:39:42,060 --> 00:39:43,900 CHEERING 528 00:40:06,100 --> 00:40:07,620 You all right? 529 00:40:08,660 --> 00:40:10,899 Yes, you may well venture again, 530 00:40:10,900 --> 00:40:13,939 and, I've suspicion, be kindly received. 531 00:40:13,940 --> 00:40:17,020 But would 'ee not venture one last time with Morwenna? 532 00:40:33,220 --> 00:40:35,859 Are you not glad to have your husband home? 533 00:40:35,860 --> 00:40:37,899 In London he's exemplary, 534 00:40:37,900 --> 00:40:40,540 despite profuse temptation and provocation! 535 00:40:41,780 --> 00:40:43,779 You don't believe me? 536 00:40:43,780 --> 00:40:47,859 Yes, only London's so far away and... 537 00:40:47,860 --> 00:40:50,340 ..we're much of the year apart. 538 00:40:50,380 --> 00:40:53,540 Sometimes I wonder, do Ross prefer it that way? 539 00:40:53,580 --> 00:40:55,580 He in London, I in Cornwall. 540 00:40:56,620 --> 00:40:58,619 Do the distance leave him... 541 00:40:58,620 --> 00:41:00,859 ..unencumbered - is that the word? 542 00:41:00,860 --> 00:41:02,900 Then go to London with him. 543 00:41:03,940 --> 00:41:07,179 He haven't asked me, nor will he. 544 00:41:07,180 --> 00:41:10,180 He likes me here to tend to his affairs. 545 00:41:10,220 --> 00:41:13,859 It's as if we're in harness and work alongside each other 546 00:41:13,860 --> 00:41:16,100 but 300 miles apart! 547 00:41:18,620 --> 00:41:20,580 BELL RINGS 548 00:41:24,420 --> 00:41:28,060 In spite of George's efforts to grind poor folk down, 549 00:41:28,100 --> 00:41:30,820 the new infirmary's a grand thing, is it not? 550 00:41:30,860 --> 00:41:32,540 It'll make a difference. 551 00:41:33,580 --> 00:41:36,179 I must congratulate George when I see him. 552 00:41:36,180 --> 00:41:39,339 Ross, do not! For my sake, go not even near him. 553 00:41:39,340 --> 00:41:40,780 As you wish. 554 00:41:41,900 --> 00:41:45,540 May I welcome you one and all to our ceremony of dedication? 555 00:41:45,580 --> 00:41:48,820 It is beyond the power of language to describe 556 00:41:48,860 --> 00:41:51,859 a more afflicting scene of human misery 557 00:41:51,860 --> 00:41:54,379 as so often presents itself 558 00:41:54,380 --> 00:41:57,940 in the wretched hand of some indigent creature... 559 00:41:58,940 --> 00:42:01,619 ..who lies, languishing... 560 00:42:01,620 --> 00:42:05,060 ..on the hard and greasy pallet of sickness... 561 00:42:06,060 --> 00:42:08,540 ..dragging out his wearisome life, 562 00:42:08,580 --> 00:42:11,340 either wasted by slow and... 563 00:42:11,380 --> 00:42:16,219 ..intermittent fevers or racked by excruciating pains. 564 00:42:16,220 --> 00:42:18,060 Compose yourself, Morwenna. 565 00:42:18,100 --> 00:42:19,859 You are a Whitworth! 566 00:42:19,860 --> 00:42:24,099 It is for the comfort, succour, solace 567 00:42:24,100 --> 00:42:26,820 and salvation of such wretched creatures 568 00:42:26,860 --> 00:42:30,859 that we, of nobler impulse and finer feelings, 569 00:42:30,860 --> 00:42:32,900 have united 570 00:42:32,940 --> 00:42:35,339 in our generosity, 571 00:42:35,340 --> 00:42:36,940 our compassion... 572 00:42:37,980 --> 00:42:40,220 The renegade returns. 573 00:42:41,300 --> 00:42:43,660 Too late to save his spaniel. 574 00:42:43,700 --> 00:42:45,899 ..and have today thrown open the doors 575 00:42:45,900 --> 00:42:49,139 of the new Cornwall General Infirmary. 576 00:42:49,140 --> 00:42:52,779 For now abideth faith, hope... 577 00:42:52,780 --> 00:42:54,540 ..and charity. 578 00:42:55,620 --> 00:42:58,060 But the greatest of them all... 579 00:42:58,100 --> 00:43:00,099 ..is charity. 580 00:43:00,100 --> 00:43:01,539 Charity? 581 00:43:01,540 --> 00:43:03,579 Why not hope? 582 00:43:03,580 --> 00:43:08,139 All these benevolent, well-meaning folk keen to alleviate distress, 583 00:43:08,140 --> 00:43:10,859 but how many people care about preventing it? 584 00:43:10,860 --> 00:43:13,620 Not just to give money to the poor, 585 00:43:13,660 --> 00:43:15,481 but create conditions in which the 586 00:43:15,493 --> 00:43:17,379 poor can earn money for themselves. 587 00:43:17,380 --> 00:43:20,619 Is that a ludicrous notion? You mistake the impulse, my friend. 588 00:43:20,620 --> 00:43:23,300 People give because it soothes their conscience 589 00:43:23,340 --> 00:43:25,300 and bolsters their reputation. 590 00:43:26,380 --> 00:43:30,020 Few here are interested in genuine empowerment for the poor. 591 00:43:31,780 --> 00:43:33,580 Well played, George! 592 00:43:34,660 --> 00:43:36,717 Use my cousin to bring down my bank 593 00:43:36,729 --> 00:43:38,740 and lose me my savings. Masterful. 594 00:43:39,820 --> 00:43:41,340 Captain. 595 00:43:43,580 --> 00:43:45,020 Bad sign. 596 00:43:46,620 --> 00:43:50,579 Basset has no good news for me. You always knew it was unlikely. 597 00:43:50,580 --> 00:43:52,100 I... 598 00:43:55,140 --> 00:43:58,619 Mr Pascoe, I was sorry to hear of your bank's demise. 599 00:43:58,620 --> 00:44:01,020 Where must I go now for investment advice? 600 00:44:01,060 --> 00:44:03,100 To Basset, Rogers & Co, 601 00:44:03,140 --> 00:44:07,580 where I've been so fortunate as to secure a position as Chief Clerk. 602 00:44:07,620 --> 00:44:10,579 Do I hear you've returned to Parliament, sir? 603 00:44:10,580 --> 00:44:13,339 I represent the borough of St Michael. 604 00:44:13,340 --> 00:44:15,660 Ah, in whose name? My own. 605 00:44:15,700 --> 00:44:19,099 I meant, in whose interest? Falmouth's? Basset's? 606 00:44:19,100 --> 00:44:22,580 I need no patron now, sir. I own the borough. 607 00:44:25,660 --> 00:44:27,619 And you, Captain Poldark. 608 00:44:27,620 --> 00:44:30,299 How have you found Westminster? 609 00:44:30,300 --> 00:44:32,340 I think I've learned a little. 610 00:44:33,340 --> 00:44:35,380 Yawned a little. 611 00:44:35,420 --> 00:44:38,819 I thought I was of use and then I... thought again. 612 00:44:38,820 --> 00:44:40,859 Do you find it corrupt? 613 00:44:40,860 --> 00:44:42,619 What is not? 614 00:44:42,620 --> 00:44:47,780 Is there much to choose in between politics and other forms of power? 615 00:44:48,180 --> 00:44:52,020 Westminster has everything - the highest ideals to the lowest. 616 00:44:53,100 --> 00:44:55,260 Just the same as this town. 617 00:44:55,300 --> 00:44:58,100 In what regard? Ross... 618 00:44:58,140 --> 00:45:02,339 Take, for instance, the bank failure which occurred. 619 00:45:02,340 --> 00:45:06,659 Was it caused by improvidence on the bank's part? No. 620 00:45:06,660 --> 00:45:11,660 It was induced from outside by corrupt power, corruptly deployed. 621 00:45:11,700 --> 00:45:15,179 I have been away and have not the benefit of common knowledge. 622 00:45:15,180 --> 00:45:17,179 To whom do you refer? 623 00:45:17,180 --> 00:45:20,700 If you do not know these names, ask any of the traders of this town. 624 00:45:20,740 --> 00:45:24,099 Anyone will tell you. Unless, of course, they're afraid that lying, 625 00:45:24,100 --> 00:45:27,179 anonymous letters will be circulated about them too. 626 00:45:27,180 --> 00:45:30,419 Ross, this seems rather like a storm in a teacup. 627 00:45:30,420 --> 00:45:33,940 Trying to find scapegoats for a perfectly normal business failure. 628 00:45:33,980 --> 00:45:36,619 I applaud your loyalty to a friend, 629 00:45:36,620 --> 00:45:40,179 but as is often the case with you, it has blinded you to the facts. 630 00:45:40,180 --> 00:45:42,580 Come away, Ross. And the facts are these. 631 00:45:42,620 --> 00:45:45,859 Harris Pascoe was a foolish old man who allowed Nat Pearce 632 00:45:45,860 --> 00:45:49,099 to embezzle large sums of money that were entrusted to his care. 633 00:45:49,100 --> 00:45:51,139 You lie! Ross, enough. 634 00:45:51,140 --> 00:45:53,379 Come away. Come away. 635 00:45:53,380 --> 00:45:56,819 This is disgraceful. I will have you expelled from Parliament! 636 00:45:56,820 --> 00:45:59,460 Will you, George? And how will you manage that? 637 00:46:03,300 --> 00:46:05,860 Oh, good gracious. Mrs Warleggan! 638 00:46:05,900 --> 00:46:08,340 Dwight, help her! Please, let me through. 639 00:46:08,380 --> 00:46:10,540 My carriage! Call for my carriage! 640 00:46:21,380 --> 00:46:24,859 Were you feeling unwell prior to fainting? No, not at all. 641 00:46:24,860 --> 00:46:27,820 But it was so warm in the hall and very little air. 642 00:46:27,860 --> 00:46:29,339 Of course. 643 00:46:29,340 --> 00:46:32,060 Forgive me, if I may be so bold... 644 00:46:33,180 --> 00:46:36,059 ..is there a possibility that you might be with child? 645 00:46:36,060 --> 00:46:38,059 I... No. 646 00:46:38,060 --> 00:46:40,100 I don't believe so. 647 00:47:04,860 --> 00:47:06,899 You cannot be seen here. 648 00:47:06,900 --> 00:47:09,339 Lady Whitworth will call the constables. 649 00:47:09,340 --> 00:47:11,060 I mean no harm. 650 00:47:13,180 --> 00:47:17,500 'Ee must know that I did give up all hope of 'ee. 651 00:47:18,580 --> 00:47:21,060 Then Sam say I... 652 00:47:22,140 --> 00:47:24,060 ..should come again... 653 00:47:25,380 --> 00:47:27,260 ..and tell 'ee... 654 00:47:31,100 --> 00:47:33,100 ..I love 'ee still. 655 00:47:35,140 --> 00:47:38,779 So I ask one final time, 656 00:47:38,780 --> 00:47:41,020 will 'ee not take me? 657 00:47:43,060 --> 00:47:45,700 'Tis no sin to love me. 658 00:47:46,700 --> 00:47:49,580 Can you not see that there be hope? 659 00:47:50,580 --> 00:47:52,580 I did think so once... 660 00:47:54,260 --> 00:47:56,060 ..but now... 661 00:47:59,540 --> 00:48:01,260 Please go... 662 00:48:02,340 --> 00:48:04,020 ..and never return. 663 00:48:07,340 --> 00:48:09,180 I'm with child. 664 00:48:58,100 --> 00:49:00,780 Oh, Lord, how you vex me, Ross. 665 00:49:01,900 --> 00:49:04,339 Must you always rise to George's bait? 666 00:49:04,340 --> 00:49:07,379 Why did you not prevent me? Am I my husband's keeper? 667 00:49:07,380 --> 00:49:09,580 That is your task, is it not? 668 00:49:09,620 --> 00:49:11,820 To be the better part of me? 669 00:49:14,620 --> 00:49:16,060 Oh... 670 00:49:17,100 --> 00:49:20,060 ..I only wish we'd achieved more on Pascoe's behalf. 671 00:49:21,180 --> 00:49:23,820 He deserves more than to be a humble clerk. 672 00:49:25,620 --> 00:49:27,500 This come for Mister Ross. 673 00:49:49,100 --> 00:49:50,779 Dr Enys. 674 00:49:50,780 --> 00:49:52,580 My love? 675 00:49:52,620 --> 00:49:54,859 You know I am a hard creature 676 00:49:54,860 --> 00:49:58,780 and, as we've established, I have no heart. 677 00:49:59,980 --> 00:50:03,379 And it's been weeks since I returned from London. 678 00:50:03,380 --> 00:50:06,260 And already you grow restless? 679 00:50:07,380 --> 00:50:09,740 You wonder when you can decently return? 680 00:50:10,820 --> 00:50:13,179 I've observed it, my love. 681 00:50:13,180 --> 00:50:16,099 It's not in your nature to be starved of company. 682 00:50:16,100 --> 00:50:18,419 Now I know myself better, 683 00:50:18,420 --> 00:50:21,099 I realise I am a creature that needs variety. 684 00:50:21,100 --> 00:50:23,340 London as well as Cornwall. 685 00:50:25,820 --> 00:50:29,020 This time, I want my husband with me. 686 00:50:33,420 --> 00:50:36,100 If only to prove to your friends he exists! 687 00:50:36,140 --> 00:50:38,020 Am I so obvious? Only to me. 688 00:50:56,380 --> 00:50:58,060 Forgive me. 689 00:50:59,100 --> 00:51:03,340 I know you dislike Dr Choake... You've not summoned him? 690 00:51:03,380 --> 00:51:06,980 My dear, I had no choice. This nausea has not abated for a week. 691 00:51:07,020 --> 00:51:09,020 I cannot bear to see you suffer. 692 00:51:17,180 --> 00:51:20,619 Gentlemen, I call to order this meeting of the banking partners. 693 00:51:20,620 --> 00:51:25,780 And before we begin, I must extend a welcome to our newest partner, 694 00:51:25,900 --> 00:51:28,139 Harris Pascoe. 695 00:51:28,140 --> 00:51:31,139 You will all note a last-minute addition to our number. 696 00:51:31,140 --> 00:51:33,140 Some of you may query this. 697 00:51:33,180 --> 00:51:36,060 The name in question brings no money, never will, 698 00:51:36,100 --> 00:51:38,299 not being the type to accumulate, 699 00:51:38,300 --> 00:51:40,820 but he's making quite a name for himself 700 00:51:40,860 --> 00:51:43,139 both here and in the capital. 701 00:51:43,140 --> 00:51:46,300 So I think he is an asset in himself. 702 00:51:50,860 --> 00:51:54,740 Captain Poldark, I am delighted you could join us. 703 00:51:58,300 --> 00:52:00,619 No-one was more surprised than I. 704 00:52:00,620 --> 00:52:04,899 Lord, what a personage you be these days. 705 00:52:04,900 --> 00:52:08,139 Everyone do wish to join their name to yours. 706 00:52:08,140 --> 00:52:11,099 Perhaps soon you'll be too grand to talk to me. 707 00:52:11,100 --> 00:52:13,020 Only a matter of time. 708 00:52:14,140 --> 00:52:17,099 Yet truly, Ross, as a banker and an MP, 709 00:52:17,100 --> 00:52:20,060 will not all manner of inducements come your way? 710 00:52:21,180 --> 00:52:22,780 I should hope so. 711 00:52:23,820 --> 00:52:26,020 But you'll remain immune? 712 00:52:27,100 --> 00:52:28,859 Will I? 713 00:52:28,860 --> 00:52:30,300 I know you. 714 00:52:31,380 --> 00:52:34,859 In which case, perhaps I'd better decline that very generous offer 715 00:52:34,860 --> 00:52:37,580 which was made to me only today. Which? 716 00:52:37,620 --> 00:52:41,060 The use of a luxurious carriage to take me to London. 717 00:52:42,300 --> 00:52:44,300 Along with my wife. 718 00:52:45,860 --> 00:52:47,340 What? 719 00:52:48,780 --> 00:52:50,780 You wish me to decline? 720 00:52:53,140 --> 00:52:55,660 You wish me to come to London with you? 721 00:53:09,620 --> 00:53:11,100 Should I be going? 722 00:53:12,140 --> 00:53:14,099 Naturally, you are anxious. 723 00:53:14,100 --> 00:53:17,179 But sometimes there are matters that may only be attended to 724 00:53:17,180 --> 00:53:19,091 when husband and wife are together. 725 00:53:19,103 --> 00:53:21,133 Am I right, Dr Enys? Always, my love. 726 00:53:23,100 --> 00:53:25,099 It's only a month. 727 00:53:25,100 --> 00:53:27,859 I cannot believe we must ride away and forget them. 728 00:53:27,860 --> 00:53:31,099 Rest assured, in 20 years' time they'll ride away and forget us! 729 00:53:31,100 --> 00:53:32,540 Don't say that! 730 00:53:41,380 --> 00:53:43,220 Wave goodbye. 731 00:54:16,820 --> 00:54:18,579 Dr Choake... 732 00:54:18,580 --> 00:54:20,868 ..prescribed several powders, to be 733 00:54:20,880 --> 00:54:23,179 taken thrice daily for a fortnight. 734 00:54:23,180 --> 00:54:26,299 He also recommends purging, bleeding, blistering... No. 735 00:54:26,300 --> 00:54:28,740 My dear? That will not be necessary. 736 00:54:30,140 --> 00:54:31,979 Dr Choake is mistook. 737 00:54:31,980 --> 00:54:34,100 I'm not ill. 738 00:54:34,140 --> 00:54:36,140 I'm with child. 739 00:54:38,860 --> 00:54:40,500 My dear. 740 00:54:41,580 --> 00:54:45,100 But... But this is wonderful news! 741 00:54:45,140 --> 00:54:47,740 Oh, I cannot tell you how overjoyed... 742 00:54:47,780 --> 00:54:50,100 No, but you must... You must rest. 743 00:54:50,140 --> 00:54:53,579 You must allow me to take charge of all your needs and wishes. 744 00:54:53,580 --> 00:54:55,820 When... When may we expect...? 745 00:54:55,860 --> 00:54:58,579 I think December... 746 00:54:58,580 --> 00:55:00,380 ..or thereabouts. 747 00:55:00,420 --> 00:55:03,659 December... Well, we will take a house in Mayfair. 748 00:55:03,660 --> 00:55:06,100 We might even have the child in London. 749 00:55:06,140 --> 00:55:08,500 And let us hope for a girl this time. 750 00:55:08,540 --> 00:55:10,780 Would that not be delightful? 751 00:55:10,820 --> 00:55:12,580 Oh, my dear. 752 00:55:12,620 --> 00:55:15,619 Ah, Uncle, we have good news! 753 00:55:15,620 --> 00:55:17,539 And I have bad. 754 00:55:17,540 --> 00:55:22,139 Basset's Bank incorporated Pascoe's to form The Cornish Bank. 755 00:55:22,140 --> 00:55:25,100 Among the partners listed in the new enterprise 756 00:55:25,140 --> 00:55:26,980 is Ross Poldark. 757 00:55:32,780 --> 00:55:34,500 No matter. 758 00:55:50,580 --> 00:55:52,260 Oh, Judas, Ross! 759 00:55:53,380 --> 00:55:55,619 Why didn't you wake me? 760 00:55:55,620 --> 00:55:57,979 How did I get like this? 761 00:55:57,980 --> 00:56:00,100 You fell asleep fully clothed. 762 00:56:01,140 --> 00:56:04,980 I put you to bed. And failed to furnish me a nightgown? 763 00:56:06,020 --> 00:56:09,060 Did you need one? I need one now! 764 00:56:12,860 --> 00:56:14,340 Go and fetch it. 765 00:56:16,580 --> 00:56:19,180 A gentleman would fetch it for me. 766 00:56:19,220 --> 00:56:21,260 That depends on the gentleman. 767 00:56:23,060 --> 00:56:25,100 'Tis too bright, Ross. 768 00:56:25,140 --> 00:56:27,540 One don't look becoming in daylight. 769 00:56:31,380 --> 00:56:33,460 I disagree. 770 00:56:33,500 --> 00:56:37,300 Are you going to hand it me or not? Not. 771 00:56:53,340 --> 00:56:55,340 No, you cannot have me! 772 00:56:55,380 --> 00:56:57,020 Oh, yes, I can. 773 00:56:59,380 --> 00:57:01,460 You're my prisoner. 774 00:57:02,500 --> 00:57:05,500 My present, to be unwrapped at leisure. 775 00:57:06,540 --> 00:57:08,379 KNOCK ON DOOR 776 00:57:08,380 --> 00:57:11,619 Sir, Mrs Parkins' breakfast is served. 777 00:57:11,620 --> 00:57:14,660 Tell Mrs Parkins we shall be down in an hour. 778 00:57:16,060 --> 00:57:17,899 Or two. 779 00:57:17,900 --> 00:57:20,740 I thought you liked me best in Cornwall. 780 00:57:20,780 --> 00:57:23,580 A Demelza in Cornwall is a wondrous thing. 781 00:57:25,820 --> 00:57:28,420 But a Demelza in London is even better. 782 00:57:35,980 --> 00:57:38,260 So you find me ferocious? GUNFIRE 783 00:57:38,300 --> 00:57:40,659 Dr Behenna has arranged for you to go to an asylum. 784 00:57:40,660 --> 00:57:43,899 Morwenna! But how can you be sure she won't disgrace herself? 785 00:57:43,900 --> 00:57:46,539 I shall wait upon you. When will your husband be out? 786 00:57:46,540 --> 00:57:48,379 Life's all pleasure in London. 787 00:57:48,380 --> 00:57:51,179 Within a week, she will not be a virtuous woman. 788 00:57:51,180 --> 00:57:54,060 Ross and I were happy. Everything was so new... 789 00:57:55,180 --> 00:57:57,939 The man's a renowned duellist. He's killed five men. 790 00:57:57,940 --> 00:58:00,540 How must I behave? You know very well how to behave.