20/08/2010

It's the evening of the party. As Chris and Alice admire the marquee, Brian tells an anxious Jennifer to relax and enjoy herself.

Brian and Jennifer can't help but poke fun at the Horrobins' eccentric behaviour and appearance. Jennifer can't resist speculating on what might have been between Alice and the well-connected Basti Streatfield. Meanwhile, Susan enjoys herself. Now she's related to the Aldridges, she looks forward to a future of hob-nobbing with the country set.

At dinner, Brian reveals how impressed he is with Chris, calling him a credit to the Carters and giving a speech wishing the newlyweds great happiness. Jennifer nervously remarks to Alice that Clive Horrobin hasn't appeared yet, and Alice laughingly replies that she was only joking about inviting him. A taxi finally arrives to take the couple to Grey Gables, and they leave to much cheering and waving.

Outside the marquee, Emma and Ed discuss their future together. Ed asks Emma whether she thinks they'll be married themselves soon. Emma replies that the honeymoon suite would need a cradle. Ed's confused for a moment.

The cradle wouldn't be for George, Emma explains, it would be for their new baby. Emma's pregnant - and Ed's delighted!