05/11/2020

Freddie shows Lynda the new brochure for Grey Gables. Oliver was keen for her to see it. Both of them are jumpy at the loud bangs of Bonfire Night celebrations. Lynda likes the concept for the Christmas show. Freddie struggles to name which readings will feature. He confesses that only Bert Fry has responded to his callout for performers. Lynda explains that hardly anyone volunteered freely for her shows; she had to use the gentle art of manipulation. Freddie’s not sure he can match Lynda but she assures him that he can do it. Philip is angry to learn that Gavin didn’t go to the Gamblers Anonymous meeting. Kirsty tries to explain that she and Gavin have had a long chat and it’s ultimately got to be Gavin’s decision. Philip storms out. Later Kirsty tells Philip she thinks he’s being too hard on Gavin. She was impressed with Gavin’s maturity and self-awareness yesterday. Philip accepts that Kirsty is right and he’s being stubborn. Now Kirsty can see Gavin is putting his past behind him she can contemplate a move to Wales. They can finally think about their own little place, just the two of them.