The next morning, Kevin tells Lynn that breakfast smells good.
Lynn remarks that she thought Kevin would never get to bed last
night, but Kevin says he was thinking about Beryl. He says he
doesn't know whether to believe David or not when he says that
Beryl agreed to let them have the place rather than sell it. Lynn
points out that David wouldn't lie. She tells Kevin that she was
thinking about the house last night, and when David goes, they
could turn their room into a nursery, and Kevin could use Susan's
room as a study. Kevin asks where they'd sleep, and Lynn replies
that they'd use Beryl and David's old room. Kevin isn't keen,
though, saying he'd rather hold off doing something like that
until after the divorce.
At the boarding house, Jill emerges from her room just as Beryl
comes in, having been for an early morning walk. Jill asks if
it's cold out, but Beryl says she didn't notice. She tells Jill
that she thought she'd go out and find out about the area, as
it looks as if she'll be settling there. Changing the subject,
Jill asks Beryl to pass on a message to Fiona when she wakes up:
that Bunty and Thel are on the warpath because the system isn't
working. Beryl, though, says Fiona was up ages ago. Jill is incredulous,
and Beryl remarks that, wherever Fiona is, it must have been important
if she got up that early!
Fiona approaches a rundown apartment and knocks on the door.
A man answers it, and Fiona asks if Kerry Mitchell lives there.
The man goes to get her, and a few seconds later, a young woman
comes to the door. Fiona introduces herself, and explains that
she's a friend of Rob's. Kerry asks her what she wants, and Fiona
says she just wants a quick chat about the cheque Rob sent. Kerry
says she's entitled to it, but Fiona says she just wants to find
out what's what, and see Domine. Kerry says she's late for work.
Fiona tells her that it won't take long, but Kerry replies that
Domine is already with the childminder. She suggests that they
meet at 3:30pm. Fiona bemoans the fact that it's a long trek from
Manly, but Kerry just tells her to come to the pub where she works.
Fiona assures the young woman that she's just there to help Rob
out - not to cause trouble.
At the South Yarra house, Patricia makes David some strong coffee
to help him recover from a hangover. She asks if Beryl got away
alright, and David replies that he supposes so. Patricia remarks
on how David was really putting away the booze last night. David
says he doesn't know what's worse: working, or having too much
time to think. Patricia asks him if he's been thinking about the
divorce, and David says there's never been one in his family before.
Patricia comments that David's father wouldn't go for it, but
then tells David that he needs to learn lesson number one: his
father may not like divorce, but the rest of the world came to
terms with it a long time ago. David doesn't really listen to
these words of wisdom, though, and he tells Patricia that he thinks
they shouldn't see each other for a few days. He explains that
he's off to Sydney tomorrow - his first trip back on the road
- and after last night... Patricia tells David that he's overreacting,
and she says she has plans. She adds that she did listen last
night, and she will get used to his way of life - she
just needs a chance.
When Fiona gets back to the boarding house, Jill tells her she
could have borrowed her car if she'd known. Fiona says
it would probably have been better than the car she did
borrow, but she thought Jill would want her vehicle because it's
her day off. She then tells Jill that she'll fix things up for
Bunty and Thel, and then head back. Jill asks Fiona if she thinks
Kerry is telling the truth. Fiona replies that she'll know when
they've had a good talk. She adds that she still hasn't seen the
child.
At the Palmer house, Patricia tells Lynn that she expected to
see Kevin hard at work at the kitchen table, but Lynn explains
that her husband's at the library. Patricia realises the exams
must be close, and Lynn confirms that they're next week. Patricia
says that, in that case, she might not bother Kevin with this
at the moment, but she's been to see a solicitor about selling
the house. Lynn says there's no rush, and Patricia agrees, but
points out that things could get messy during the divorce. Lynn
explains that Kevin doesn't want anything done until after
the divorce, but Patricia replies that it would be a mistake to
hold off. Lynn guesses she'll have to take Patricia's word for
it. Patricia says David will talk Kevin round, and David chips
in that he'll talk to his son very soon. He then says he has to
go to the depot. He tells Lynn that Patricia is thinking of going
shopping, and would like Lynn to come with her, and Lynn says
she'd love to. Patricia tells David to keep this evening free,
as she has a surprise for him - a nice quiet evening. David says
he hopes so. He goes out, and Lynn explains to Patricia that David
is a bit seedy today, as he had a lot to drink last night. Patricia
says she thinks seeing Beryl was a strain, adding that it's not
always easy to do the right thing.
Wayne walks in to Dural, and Paul cheerfully comments on him
being home early. Wayne snaps that he has a headache, and he thinks
he's coming down with something. Paul tells him to see Rosie and
get a drink. He then asks if anyone noticed the fact that he wasn't
at work today, but Wayne sarcastically replies that there were
a few bouts of cheering. Paul goes into the lounge and tells Gordon
and Rosie about Wayne feeling off-colour. Gordon says he hopes
Wayne doesn't get better too quickly, as it's been nice and quiet
recently! Paul, though, says he needs Wayne's brains to try and
come up with ideas for who the new Ramberg MD should be. Gordon
suggests the manager of the Melbourne branch of the company, but
Paul says he doesn't think he'd be much good - plus he has Patricia's
backing. Rosie chips in about him being a yes-man, then! Paul
says he thinks they need to look outside the organisation, and
he asks Gordon if he has any ideas. As Gordon ponders the question,
Rosie looks at Paul and tips her head towards Gordon. A big smile
comes over Paul's face and he turns to Gordon and says, "What
about you?" Gordon reminds Paul that he went bankrupt,
which wouldn't look very good, but Paul points out that that wasn't
Gordon's fault. Gordon tells Paul not to get carried away, but
Paul tells him he has Rosie's backing! Gordon says, "She's
not on the board!" Paul points out that Fiona is
on the board, and would back him. Gordon says it needs some thought.
Paul tells him that he has the credentials, and he asks him to
think it over. Gordon asks Paul if he'll accept his answer if
he says no, and Paul agrees. Gordon tells Paul and Rosie that
it's just between the three of them, as he'd hate Patricia to
hear about it before he's made a decision.
Fiona arrives at the pub where Kerry works, and Kerry comes
out to meet her. She gives Fiona Domine's birth certificate, and
Fiona agrees that the birthdate seems to fit. She asks where Domine
is, and Kerry replies that the childminder hasn't brought her
back, yet. Fiona asks Kerry if there's somewhere they can talk
when Domine turns up. Kerry says her place isn't very large. Fiona
suggests a coffee shop, but then comes up with the idea of them
going back to the boarding house. The childminder approaches and
Kerry takes hold of Domine. The childminder complains about Domine
having caused mischief all day, and adds that she doesn't know
if she can take it much longer. Fiona says that, if they're all
ready, they should head off.
At the boarding house, Domine plays with a big teddy, and Kerry
tells Fiona that her daughter liked the cat. Fiona explains that
it's not hers. She then tells Kerry that she doesn't want to put
her through the third degree. She asks her if she's sure Rob is
the father, and Kerry replies that there was noone else then.
Fiona asks her why she moved to Sydney, and Kerry explains that
she didn't want Domine growing up in a small town where everyone
would look down their noses at her. Fiona remarks that the child
is a lovely little thing. She then tells Kerry that Rob is taking
it very seriously, and he's prepared to help out, but he does
have a wife to consider as well. Kerry asks how Rob is off for
money, and Fiona explains that he's working hard. Kerry says she
just wants Domine to have a good start in life. Fiona says she'll
speak to Rob when he gets back from a couple of days away, adding
that she'll get him to get in touch. She tells Kerry that she
can put her onto a friend who'll look after Domine for her, and
won't charge either.
Patricia and Lynn look at curtain material they bought, and
Susan remarks that it'll really brighten the place up. Lynn says
she wonders how Kevin will be. David comes in at this point, and
Patricia gives him a shirt and tie she's bought for him. David
says he already has enough shirts he never wears, and he asks
when he's supposed to wear a tie. Patricia says, "Tonight,
for a start," and she repeats that she's set up a surprise.
Lynn and Susan go to put the shopping away. David doesn't look
happy, and Patricia tells him he's no fun, adding, "You're
as bad as Gordon." David snaps, "Thanks." Patricia
says she's asked the manager of the Melbourne branch of Ramberg
to dinner. David asks why, and Patricia replies that he'll be
a good contact. David says he doesn't need contacts,
as he's going back on the road. Patricia says it's too late to
cancel, but David tells her that Bates has made a change to his
roster, and he's got to leave tonight, so he couldn't make the
dinner even if he wanted to. Patricia asks if this happens
often, and David replies, "Often enough." David tells
Patricia that he'll see her when he gets back, adding that a few
days' break will do them good. Patricia tells David that he'll
have her frightened to express an opinion soon. David just says
he'll be back in a few days. Patricia asks him if he's going to
see Beryl, but David asks, "What's the use, after yesterday?"
Patricia tells David to give her a ring. David says, "Yeah."
They kiss, and Patricia tells David, "I love you."
Wayne asks Rosie if she has to dust while he's not
feeling well, but Rosie says she's nearly finished anyway. Wayne
snaps that she'll start cleaning next. Rosie tells Wayne
that he only has a cold, but Wayne replies that Gordon thinks
he's laying it on thick to get out of work. Rosie says Gordon
is just sick of Wayne's whinging, and she tells Wayne that he's
better off than Gayle. She adds that it's so lovely that Gayle
and Paul got together. Wayne asks where Gordon is anyway, and
Rosie replies, "Busy." Wayne asks, "Doing what?"
but Rosie just tells him that he'll find out. Wayne tries to persuade
Rosie to tell him, but Rosie says she's not allowed. She adds,
though, that she'd like to be a fly on the wall when a certain
person finds out...
Patricia calls at the Palmer house with some colour samples,
but Lynn tells her it would be better to talk about it when Kevin's
gone to the library. Kevin calls from the bedroom that Davey needs
changing. He then emerges from the room and notices Patricia in
the lounge. He remarks that he didn't hear her come in. He then
sees the colour samples and snaps that he doesn't want the place
changed. Patricia tells him that she thought Lynn might like to
see the colours to choose a match for the curtains, but Kevin
snaps that he doesn't like them, either. Lynn says, "Don't
be so rude", and she apologises to Patricia for Kevin's behaviour,
but Kevin snaps that everyone's making a big deal about the place,
and he doesn't want it made so that it becomes like Beryl never
existed. Patricia says she's not trying to make it like
that. She tells the kids that if David calls, she'll be at home
at six o'clock. Kevin says he can't see that David will
call. Patricia goes.
David is at the boarding house, and he goes to knock on Fiona's
door, but then hesitates. He puts an envelope down on the ground,
and walks away. He then pauses, walks back to the envelope, picks
it up and knocks on the door. Beryl gets up from her chair inside,
and answers it. David tells her that he has a special delivery
- the Christening photos. He then says to her, "Aren't you
going to ask me in?"
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