12/05/2010

Jennifer's impressed by Kenton's transformation of Jaxx. Later, Kenton shows Elizabeth some pictures of Meriel, and insists that he'll go to see her as soon as he's not so busy with Jaxx.

At work in the Orangery, Pip tells Elizabeth about her row with Jude last night. Elizabeth suggests Pip stay for supper, then she can revise at Lower Loxley. Grateful for the chance to escape, Pip accepts, but then worries that she's letting Jude down. Elizabeth advises her that if Jude doesn't see her for a couple of days, it'll be all the more special when he does.

Lilian invites Paul to the Dower House. She explains Matt's plans for their new business, and asks his opinion. Paul feels conflicted. He wants the best for her, but his feelings for her are deepening. Lilian accepts his advice on how they might make the business work. As Paul leaves, Jennifer turns up. She tells Lilian that Peggy's been for lunch with Ted, and really enjoyed herself, but what Jennifer really wants to discuss is the nature of Lilian's relationship with Paul. Lilian tersely insists that she's looking forward to Matt coming home next week. At the moment that's all she's thinking about.