12x25 - Music Of The Spheres

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♪ Heartbeat

♪ Why do you miss

♪ When my baby kisses me?

♪ Heartbeat

♪ Why does a love kiss

♪ Stay in my memory? ♪

TRAIN WHISTLE

MUSIC: 'Love Potion No. ' by The Searchers

♪ You know that gypsy

♪ With the gold-capped tooth

♪ She's got a pad

♪ Down on Thirty-Fourth and Vine...

All right, Brian.

♪ Love Potion No.

♪ I told her that I was a flop with chicks

♪ I've been this way since

♪ She looked at my palm...

Ah, Patricia!

- Mr Starosta. - No, no, no.

Please, just Marek.

And this is my daughter Hannah.

- How do you do? - Hello.

We are so pleased to be here

in your beautiful Lancashire. - Yorkshire, actually.

Don't worry about all this. David'll see to it.

Be very careful with the violins.

You know, I look at the map.

Yorkshire, Lancashire, easy to mistake.

So I'm often told.

Let's be having you.

You'll have your work cut out there, David. Can you manage, lad?

♪ My little bottle of

♪ Love Potion No.

♪ Love Potion No. ♪

Morning, Oscar.

You're early. If you're not careful, you'll be having breakfast with us.

A small Scotch, when you're ready.

I hear that David is chauffeuring up at the Hall.

Aye. A bit odd, that. When I was talking to Charlie a few weeks ago,

he said he was off to Australia on business.

Oh, it's Charlie now, is it?

I didn't realise you were on first-name terms

with his Lordship.

MUSIC: 'Lady D'Arbanville' by Cat Stevens

♪ My Lady D'Arbanville

♪ Why do you sleep so still?

♪ I'll wake you tomorrow

♪ And you will be...

Hello. How are you? Hello, again, Mrs Kellett.

Oh.

You live in such splendour! - My brother does.

He's a generous fellow. - He must be, to let his house

be overrun by musicians and weary fiddlers.

- You're hardly a fiddler. - But I am weary

and so lucky to have found such a generous and wonderful patron.

Let me introduce you to Mrs Kellett, our housekeeper.

Marek Starosta. - Mrs Kellett.

- His daughter, Hannah. - Hello.

Right. Follow me, everyone.

♪ My Lady D'Arbanville

♪ Why does it grieve me so?

♪ But your heart seems so silent

♪ Why do you breathe so low?

♪ Why do you breathe so low? ♪

Hey, this new club that they've opened in Whitby. It sounds great.

We should check it out one night. - Why?

Oh, come on. It says here, "Free admission for ladies".

I thought you were taken.

Anyway, I don't know if you've noticed, but I'm not a lady.

PHONE RINGS Ashfordly Police Station.

PC Ventress speaking.

It's going to be packed with girls. We could get you a girlfriend.

Well, Sergeant Merton's in charge now.

Would you like to have a word with him?

It's Lord Ashfordly's sister.

I didn't know he had a sister.

Not the one who... HE WHISTLES

Sergeant Merton here.

I'm terribly sorry to bother you, but, as you may know,

we're running a music masterclass at the Hall this coming week.

We're fortunate enough to have Marek Starosta, the violinist.

'I'm sure you've heard of him.'

Well, I'm more of a jazz fan, myself, your Ladyship.

The thing is, a piece of his luggage has gone missing.

It must have happened between here and the station.

He's dreadfully upset, so I was wondering...

We don't usually deal with lost luggage.

'I know it's a bore.'

But it's one of his violins.

My brother's always singing your praises.

I'd be so grateful.

It's not a problem, your Ladyship.

I'll send someone over to sort it out.

STEVE: Oh, no. Not me, please, Sarge.

You know I'm no good with dealing with toffs.

You just need some practice, Crane.

MUSIC: 'Um Um Um Um Um Um' by Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders

Afternoon.

They're so beautiful

and so free.

They just wander about all day.

They can't exactly fly with plumage like that.

That is sad.

I'm PC Steve Crane.

Hannah Starosta.

I'm so sorry about this.

The staff are normally very reliable.

I'm sure it'll turn up.

I know. Forgive me. We've been touring for weeks. I am so tired.

HANNAH: This is PC Crane.

PATRICIA: Ah, come in, Constable.

I had it when I got off the train. It happened between there and here.

This is one of your violins, sir, that you've mislaid?

No, no, no.

This is my Ladenburg.

Your Ladenburg?

Yes, my father gave it to me.

It's the only thing of his I have left.

What value would you put on it?

To me, it's irreplaceable.

What would it be worth in monetary terms?

I really couldn't say.

After the concert in Birmingham, Papa,

didn't someone ask to buy it? - Some grubby dealer.

He offered me half a million dollars.

I told him to get lost.

- "Be careful." That's all he said. - How many pieces of luggage?

I don't know. I never count 'em. I just pick them up.

- Anyone else with you? - No.

Well, Ernie.

She may be Ashfordly's sister, but a lady? My eye!

We're just interested in the luggage,

if any of it got missed.

You must have heard of that baby she stole.

Yeah. Ernie, we just want to know who else got off the train.

And their old man, he was no better.

He got drunk on VE Day and he never sobered up.

Now, my sister-in-law, she...

Ernie, who else got off the train?

Just a bunch of hikers.

I wonder where they were headed.

A youth hostel, maybe?

He drank a bottle of whisky before breakfast.

Thank you.

Won't you join me?

I don't drink.

I wish I didn't.

I'm so embarrassed about all of this.

I'm sure the police will find it.

Mrs Kellett has every confidence in the staff.

What about your chauffeur?

David's a simple lad.

He may have done something stupid, but he'd have no notion

that a violin could be worth so much money.

Indeed, I didn't myself. - I'm sure you're right.

It'll turn up.

You know, when Hannah and I left Warsaw,

we had nothing but the clothes on our backs and the Ladenburg.

It must have been very hard.

After the reform movement was crushed,

it would have been harder to stay.

Now I start from scratch again.

Nonsense. You're one of Europe's finest violinists.

Try telling that to the concert promoters.

I have no recording contract,

so I have no agent to negotiate for me.

You still have your talent and your reputation.

You're too kind.

You know...

I'm puzzled.

A great lady.

Why would someone like you

take an interest in a poor émigré like me?

I don't know about "great lady".

I've led a pretty rickety life.

But I do have money and connections.

I thought it was about time I made myself useful in the world.

I've always been passionate about music.

Me, too.

Well?

- Nothing left at the station. - Some hikers got off the train.

We tried the hostels, but nobody was there. Must be on the moors.

STEVE: I talked to David Stockwell.

He's the only one who handled the luggage.

According to Mr Starosta,

there were five violins, all in their own cases,

but this Ladenburg looked the most battered.

Anyone who nicked it had to have known what it was.

That rules out David.

And the Ashfordly Hall staff.

Maybe it did just get left on the train.

Check that out, Ventress.

I suppose I should show my face at the Hall,

keep her Ladyship sweet.

- No need. I'll go, Sarge. - You've changed your tune.

Well, like you said, I need the practice.

BLUES MUSIC ON CAR RADIO

All right, love?

Eh, turn that off.

- What? - I said, turn it off!

- You what? - Turn it off!

- All right. - Thank you!

I don't suppose you'd know a Vernon Scripps,

would you, love?

Yeah.

He lives up the road. Why? - And that's where I'd find him?

I don't know. You could try asking his brother Bernie, at the garage.

Bernie?

Oh, of course!

Thanks, love.

Afternoon.

Bernie!

Bernie Scripps!

Eh! Eh!

It's me, Big Jim.

Your cousin from Liverpool. - I haven't got any cousins

in Liverpool.

You must remember your Auntie Effy.

Auntie Effy?

Hang on.

Gran's sister, Ethel. Married a coal man.

Moved to Liverpool.

See? We're cousins!

Put it there, Bern!

My father is practising.

Shall I get him? - No rush.

There's not much to report. - Oh.

There's nothing to worry about.

We have everything completely in hand.

I'm so pleased to hear that, Constable Crane.

Perhaps I'd better go and fetch Marek,

if you'll excuse me for a moment.

I'm sure Hannah will take care of you.

So...

how long will you be staying?

The masterclass starts in a couple of days.

That'll go on for a week.

Well, maybe I could show you around a bit?

That'll be lovely. I'd like that.

David, everyone knows you're an honest lad.

They also think I'm daft.

There was so much stuff to carry. I don't know if I've lost owt.

Perhaps I did.

It could be all my fault. I wouldn't even know.

Well, if you will go chauffeuring for Lord Ashfordly...

You need me to keep an eye on you.

No, I don't!

Nice one!

Gina, I've given that lad every opportunity

to participate in my good fortune.

I even thought about raising his wages five bob a week.

You're all heart, Vernon.

I'd know him anywhere.

He's got the Scripps nose.

I beg your pardon?

Vern and Bern, brothers to a tee.

Half-brothers, actually. This is Big Jim,

Aunt Effy's grandson.

And this is my son, Little Jim.

Meet your cousin, Vernon.

Aunt... Who?

HAUNTING, SAD MELODY

DISCORDANT PLAYING

SCREECHES

Just flex your fingers.

Have you had the pain for long? - Sometimes I overdo it.

I've strained a muscle before.

- How do you feel generally? - Tired. I had the flu.

Any weight loss?

- Not really. - Does that mean "yes"?

I forget to eat.

Just give me some tablets. I've got a lot to do.

I don't have time for this. - You need to see a specialist.

- A specialist in what? - A rheumatologist.

We have a very good man at...

- I've no time to wait for doctors. - I'll make the call myself...

No!

I am tired. Aspirin. Bed. I can't cope with all this female fuss!

- PATRICIA: Marek! - HANNAH: I'll see if he's Ok.

I'm sorry. I'm sure he doesn't mean to be rude.

He's ill and he needs to see a specialist.

What do you think's wrong with him?

It would be hard to say without a blood test,

but it looks like rheumatoid arthritis.

Here are some stronger painkillers.

How is this going to affect him? Will he still be able to play?

With treatment, for a little while.

It's a disease of remissions and relapses.

"A little while"?

You need to encourage him to get a blood test.

That way, a proper diagnosis can be made.

Yes, I see.

- BIG JIM: Over here, love! - I think you lot have had enough.

- Enough? - Gina! Gina, this is my cousin.

My long-lost cousin! We're celebrating.

I'll call David. You're not driving home.

Ah, we'll drive you home, Vern.

When you've got family to look after you...

you don't need anybody else.

You're right. You don't need anyone else!

- Yeah. OK. Come on with you. - I'm all right.

You're with Big Jim and Little Jim.

Don't worry about it. You're with family.

We'll take you home. Come on.

I'll pick it up in the morning.

Eh, nice motor.

Had it long?

To tell you the truth, Jim, I've just come into a few bob.

Money don't matter to me, Vern.

I'm not impressed by it. It's the quality of the man.

Do you know, that's exactly how I feel...

HORN

Come on, Phil. This isn't a Sunday afternoon stroll.

Give over. I'm coming.

Morning.

Your mate doesn't look too clever.

Yeah, well, he's allergic to fresh air.

Are you the lot that got off

the ten o'clock train in Ashfordly yesterday?

Yeah.

Well, we're looking for a missing violin.

A violin? I think someone brought a mouth organ,

but, as a rule, we travel light.

Thanks.

Thank you for coming. Come and warm yourself by the fire.

VIBRANT VIOLIN PLAYING

It's much better.

The pain has practically gone. Those tablets are good.

I'm glad they've brought you some relief.

I am rested and ready for anything. I am sorry

if my manner gave offence. - Not at all.

Marek,

there still might be an underlying problem.

A blood test would be sensible.

I could take the sample. It wouldn't take more than a couple of minutes.

PATRICIA: We're only trying to help you.

Then how can I refuse?

VIOLIN PLAYING

Don't stop.

I get so bored. Practise, practise, practise!

Since I was four years old.

I wish I could play an instrument.

- I wish I could do anything else. - Like what?

I don't know. Go out and have fun.

- That can be arranged. - Go dancing.

Well, there is this new club I wanted to try sometime.

I've never been to a club.

What is it like?

It's OK, I suppose.

My father would never let me go.

- Why not? - He needs me with him.

We have a seminar to prepare. It's a lot of work.

It sounds like you need a break.

We could go tonight, if you fancied it.

When we've got something special on, we take on extra staff.

We always use local people we know. His Lordship insists.

Everyone on this list, then, has worked at the Hall before?

Regulars, most of them.

Whenever we've had bother in the past,

it's always come down to one thing, outsiders.

How do you regard the Honourable Mrs Brewster?

Is she an outsider?

She's his Lordship's sister and he's always been fond of her.

Oh, I don't think I can face that.

Get stuck in, Vern.

A good fry-up is the best cure for a hangover known to man.

You know, I'm a bit surprised by this place.

Not quite what I'd have thought a man in your position would choose.

Well, I didn't.

Well, I did, but I've been contemplating a move lately.

Of course you have, and you are looking at the one man who can help.

I thought you said you were in scrap metal.

It's possible the violin's simply missing,

but I think we'd do better to assume it has been stolen.

Who would do such a terrible thing?

Someone in a position to know its true value,

and with the kind of contacts to dispose of it.

Well, that rules out most people round here.

I gather you've had a few problems of your own.

You recently spent some time in a psychiatric hospital.

Oh, right.

Ashfordly's nutty sister.

She got depressed and stole a baby,

so she might have hit the sauce again

and, this time, she's stolen a violin.

Is that your train of thought?

No...

I may be a mad woman,

but I'm also a rather rich mad woman,

so I certainly don't have a financial motive to steal,

and certainly not from Marek Starosta,

whom I have the privilege to call my friend.

- I didn't mean to imply... - Yes, you did.

I'm obliged to pursue all possible lines of inquiry.

Then do so, Sergeant, urgently.

All this shillyshallying.

I think it's time we saw some results.

Do we have any mg prednisone in stock?

I'll have a look.

I'd better have another go at getting him to a consultant.

Good luck.

Thank you.

- MERTON: Liz, how are you? - Very well. Thanks.

Do you fancy a drink later on?

I've just had a run-in with the gentry and been put in my place.

Liz is off to the Hall again. Three times in two days.

Oh, yeah? Who's ill up there, then? Not Lady Muck herself?

You know I can't tell you that.

There doesn't seem to be much we can actually talk about, does there?

I'll see you.

Dennis, wait.

Unfortunately, the blood test has confirmed my suspicions.

You have early-stage rheumatoid arthritis.

Next, you'll tell me to stop drinking.

- Cutting down would help. - No, it wouldn't.

We'll find a specialist, the best in the field,

someone who can really help.

Patricia, no one can help.

That is the point.

I thank you for all your efforts, Doctor,

but I knew already what is wrong.

Yes, I did wonder about that.

I was hoping for a bit more time, though,

time to get a recording contract and secure a future for Hannah.

With medication...

I'm finished. No agent will touch me.

This is a form of cortisone. It'll help temporarily.

CRANE: I'm glad you decided to come.

I just wish I had something else to wear. This dress is so awful.

Oh, it's fine.

You look fantastic.

My father picked it for me to wear at concerts.

I'll probably end up being mistaken for someone's maiden aunt.

I doubt it.

MUSIC: 'Something In The Air' by Thunderclap Newman

♪ And you know that it's right... ♪

You've got the land, wonderful view.

My advice is knock it down, start again.

Build an entirely new house?

That's going to cost a pretty penny, isn't it?

Not if you've got contacts in the trade.

Excuse me?

Haven't I seen you somewhere before?

I don't think so, pal.

- Mr Brownjohn. - Please, sit down.

Mr Starosta, can I get you a drink?

I'm here to do business, not to socialise.

Did you bring the Ladenburg?

I'm supposed to have lost it.

I can't price it until I see it.

I want half a million dollars.

If you were selling legitimately, you might ask that.

But we are theoretically dealing with stolen goods here.

You stand to double your money when we add the insurance claim.

I wouldn't be too greedy, if I were you.

MUSIC: 'Hippy Hippy Shake' by The Swinging Blue Jeans

♪ I got the hippy hippy shakes

♪ Yeah, I've got the shakes

♪ I got the hippy hippy shakes

♪ Ooh, I can't sit still

♪ With the hippy hippy shakes... ♪

MUSIC: 'Do Wah Diddy Diddy' by Manfred Mann

♪ Snappin' her fingers and shufflin' her feet

♪ Singin', "Do wah diddy diddy dum diddy do"

♪ She looked good

♪ She looked fine... ♪

MUSIC: 'Crying In the Rain' by Peter And Gordon

♪ I still love you so

♪ Though the heartaches remain

♪ I'll do my crying in the rain... ♪

MUSIC: 'All Is All Around' by The Troggs

♪ I feel it in my fingers

♪ I feel it in my toes... ♪

MUSIC: 'Something In The Air' by Thunderclap Newman

♪ We have got to get it together

♪ Now... ♪

CAR APPROACHING

Hannah. Hannah.

What are you doing?

Where have you been? - Dancing.

Who the hell is this? The policeman.

I took your daughter to a club in Whitby.

Without my permission. You have no right.

She's hardly a child.

She's not yet.

Don't you think you're over-reacting, sir?

Don't you lecture me, boy. A jumped-up fascist in a uniform.

I've dealt with your type before. SHE SPEAKS IN POLISH

HE SPEAKS IN POLISH

You think I don't understand how it is in England.

Oh, I understand. Patricia is very rich.

So your boss has to come here, cap in hand, like a peasant.

You ever come near my daughter again, I break you.

You got that, Mr Policeman?

VIOLIN PLAYING

STOPS PLAYING MAREK: Once again!

From the top. - I've played it three times.

And you will play it three more until you get it right!

SHE STARTS PLAYING

Talent is nothing without dedication.

You want to waste your time with some stupid young man

who can't even tell Beethoven from Mozart.

You have a gift, Hannah.

You have quite a remarkable gift.

And I will not let you fritter it away.

You've been practicing all morning.

Wouldn't you both like to take a break?

I could have some coffee brought in.

For heaven's sake, woman, let me be!

Now look what you've done.

VERNON: Don't you need one of those theodo-thingys to do this properly?

I don't go in for gadgets and gimmicks, me.

I work purely by eye.

- Yeah, but... - Vern, close your eyes

and let your imagination run riot.

Can't you see it?

Your own brick-built mansion.

Elegant proportion. Sweeping gravel drive

up to your front door.

A few grand down,

I could get the ball rolling for you.

Seems a small price to pay to realise a dream.

Come on, fetch! Fetch!

Good boy.

Good boy. Good boy. - Patricia.

I'm so sorry.

I'm such an ungrateful oaf.

But when I'm working, I just...

I'm not looking for gratitude.

And I think it's Hannah you should be apologising to.

She doesn't understand.

She could have such a brilliant career.

This wretched arthritis has ruined it for me,

but I can train her to be better

than I ever was. - Only if she truly wants it.

She's young and full of silly girlish nonsense.

How could she know what she wants?

In years to come she'll thank me.

You push her too hard, she'll resist.

- Children need discipline. - She's not a child.

I know that.

But she's all I have left.

All these musicians arriving tomorrow...

I must go and speak with Mrs Kellett.

Excuse me.

BOTH LAUGH

You can practically see your face in it.

I need a favour.

And someone who can keep a secret.

Do you know Steve? PC Crane?

A description of the instrument has been circulated

to specialist dealers and auction houses.

I've spoken to colleagues at the Met and their speculation

is that Mr Starosta has been targeted by a professional thief.

Are you saying nothing can be done?

No, I'm saying that the likelihood is the violin is in London by now.

But, with luck, it may surface in the hands of a known dealer.

I suppose I should be glad I'm off the hook.

Poor Marek.

Still, the loss is not as tragic as it would have been.

How is that?

He's been unwell.

Anything that can lessen his workload

has got to be for the good.

Thank you for your efforts, Sergeant.

Thank you.

Thank you.

So, when do I get my money?

Once I've had a chance to examine it properly,

I'll write you a cheque.

Oh, no.

Too late.

Hannah.

Don't be angry, Papa.

What is it you see in him, huh?

He seems to me to be a very ordinary young man

in a uniform.

Mr Starosta, if you'd just let Hannah explain.

No, no. I really wish to understand. Is he clever?

- Don't, Papa! - I don't think so.

If you were to play for him a piece of Schubert,

would he know what it was?

Actually, sir, I think I would.

These things are important, my child.

Come. Let's go back.

You look like you've got something to celebrate, Mr Brownjohn.

Indeed I have, Gina. I shall be returning to London tomorrow.

Excuse me, sir. PC Crane.

You were shaking hands with a gentleman outside just now.

Indeed. Marek Starosta. He's a well-known violinist.

I was congratulating him on his work.

I think he's here for some sort of masterclass.

Are you in the music world yourself, sir?

Oh, no, just a fan. No, it was a chance encounter.

If you'll excuse me.

How long's he been staying?

Just a couple of days. Why?

- What do you know about him? - Nothing much.

I think he's an antique dealer from London.

So, you saw Mr Starosta talking to an antiques dealer?

I think we should check it out.

There's something about him that I don't trust.

Well, that's plain. What's he done to upset you?

Nothing in particular, sarge.

Are you sure about that, lad?

Yes, sarge.

Where's Sonny Jim?

Cheers.

I was beginning to think you were joined at the hip.

No need for that, Oscar. I don't see what you've got against him.

He's got "con man" written all over him.

No. No, Jim's all right.

You're being grossly unfair.

How much has he asked you for, then, Vernon?

- Nothing! - Oh, come on.

Not for some little scheme that can't possibly fail?

Well, if you must know, he's going to build me a new house.

Really.

JAZZ MUSIC PLAYING

Sorry I was a bit tetchy.

Look, Dennis, I'm not trying to muck you around.

It's just that marriage is a big thing.

We're not going to talk about it tonight.

When you've made up your mind, let me know.

OK. Have you been busy, then?

Actually, I've got a bit of a conundrum.

Oh, I like puzzles. Fire away.

If you were a famous violinist

and somebody nicked your valuable violin,

why would it not matter as much as it might?

You're speaking generalities here.

Of course. I'm just speculating that illness might be involved.

Well...

what if you'd developed a chronic condition,

say, for argument's sake...

arthritis, so you couldn't play your violin properly any more.

I think you've just solved my conundrum.

I've never felt like this for anyone before.

Oh, Hannah, you hardly know Steve.

I'm never likely to have the time to get to know him

or anyone else, though, am I?

Let me stay here with you, please.

It would break your father's heart to hear you say that.

- Good! - You don't mean that.

He has such plans for you.

Pity he never consults me about them.

MAREK: Don't I?

No, you don't. My whole life you've given me no choice.

What if I don't want to play violin?

Don't you?

Oh, Hannah, the way you play is so natural.

It's beyond anything I've ever achieved.

It's as if you're transported. The music becomes part of you.

I want to take you to America.

You'll have all the chances I never had,

the recognition you deserve.

I want to stay here.

I sold the Ladenburg for you.

To get the money to make it possible.

You mean, it wasn't stolen?

It had to be reported to the police

so the insurance company would pay up.

We double our money.

So, are you going to report me to the police, have me locked up?

If he has laid a finger on her, I break every bone in his body!

MERTON: You should calm down

in order that we can establish the facts.

She must have left late last night.

Are you suggesting she and PC Crane have embarked on a relationship?

I think she believes herself in love with him.

We can easily establish if she is with him.

He should be thrown out of the police.

That seems a bit harsh. I would have thought a creative man

such as yourself would have had some sympathy with young love.

You know the public house in the village?

It's called the Aidensfield Arms.

A Mr Brownjohn has been staying there for the last few days.

Is he someone that you know, sir?

I think there are...

a few misunderstandings that need sorting out, Sergeant.

But our first priority, surely, is to ensure that Hannah is safe.

Of course.

MUSIC: 'Cast Your Fate To The Wind' by Sounds Orchestral

- Did you sleep all right? - Yes.

Thank you for letting me stay. I wish I could hide here for ever.

So do I.

Get a move on. I want to be out of here by dinner time.

Vern!

I talked to the lads from Liverpool and we're set.

You and I just need to pop to the bank, draw the cash out

and work can start by the weekend.

I've done the figures.

I think five grand will get the ball rolling.

I feel I've rushed things a bit.

Come on! I thought we was all agreed.

Well, I've changed my mind.

Vern, I've made the arrangements.

Look I've got an appointment in Ashfordly.

It was nice catching up with you.

Perhaps we can catch up with each other again some time.

You can't let me down.

Jim, I may be a bit daft when I've had a few bevvies,

but I know when I'm being conned.

Are you suggesting...

Oscar Blaketon saw you coming a mile off.

Maybe I should have too.

You trust a ruddy ex-copper before your own kith and kin?

We could run away and get married. In three months, I'll be .

My father could do nothing.

Hannah, I know how you feel.

I feel it too.

But running away is not the answer.

Whatever we do...

we should do it right.

Mrs Kellett, have you seen Marek?

How lovely to see you! Make yourselves at home, won't you?

- Thank you for having us. - It's a pleasure.

Oh, there you are. I was wondering where you were.

Are you coming to say hello to everyone?

I've made such a mess of everything.

It's not as bad as all that.

My career is over. My daughter hates me.

The police will arrest me.

How can it be worse? - You leave the police to me.

Patricia, I am not worthy of your care and concern.

Yes.

Well,

I've never really been the kind of woman to make sensible choices.

You...

are truly a great lady.

Look at this.

What do you think they're here for?

Hm?

They're here for you.

Because whether or not you can play, you are still a great musician

and they are here to sit at your feet

and learn.

This'll do.

- What'll do? - What?

What are we going to do now?

What do you mean, what are we going to do now?

What?

Stop asking stupid questions!

We're going to show that landlord a thing or two, that's what.

Now, you stay here. Keep the motor running.

We've done nothing wrong.

I don't want Steve to get in trouble because of me.

In that case, running off in the night

was probably not the best approach.

- I realise that now. - Your father's worried about you.

PC Ventress will drive you back to the hall.

You go. I'll come and talk to your father and bring your things.

What did you think you were doing?

I couldn't turn her away.

I think I've fallen in love with her.

I know, lad. She is young, though.

Why should age matter?

It shouldn't.

But often it does.

It's very good marmalade.

Do you have a Mr Brownjohn here?

Yes. That's me.

Sergeant Merton, Ashfordly Police.

What can I do for you, Sergeant?

I don't have much time. I'm due in London this afternoon.

Well, sir, I'm looking for a violin. I was wondering if you can help me.

GINA: Oscar!

Oscar! - Yes. What is it?

The scallies have turned us over!

I just went upstairs to clean.

Every single room's been broken into.

MUSIC: 'Caprice Opus No.'

VIOLIN DROWNS CONVERSATION

I've probably messed up more relationships than most people.

And I'll tell you one thing...

Love is not enough.

I would never want her to stop playing music.

Then are you going to give up being a policeman and travel with her?

Your lives are not compatible.

One of you would have to sacrifice everything.

That may work for a while.

But in the end, after some silly, domestic tiff,

she's going to look at you and wish she was a famous violinist,

not a policeman's wife.

And that is going to make you both very miserable.

The music... Is she really that good?

Oh, yes.

BOTH LAUGH

Must be at least quid in there!

That'll teach that ruddy copper.

I got you something special. A fiddle.

From my room at the pub.

I was having breakfast.

I don't know who's stolen it. All the rooms were rifled.

I don't want a fiddle. I want a watch.

You're so ungrateful, you!

SIREN BLARES

Ey-up! We have company.

Put your foot down, dad!

Yes!

Gotcha.

It was found in the possession of petty thieves.

How they came by it is not entirely clear.

I can't tell you how grateful we are, Sergeant.

Perhaps Mr Starosta should learn to take better care of it.

Patricia will be in charge of all that now.

She is organising

an American lecture tour. I will be giving masterclasses

in different cities.

I always fancied America myself.

Then come with us.

Hannah, I'm a copper.

It's what I do. It's what I'm good at.

Then I stay here with you.

No.

You've got to do what you're good at.

MAREK: Hannah!

But I really love you, Steve.

Look...

you'll get out there and you'll meet some rich, American bloke

and forget all about me.

We'll keep in touch.

I promise.

Hannah.

I'll never forget you, Steve.

MUSIC: 'Something In The Air' by Thunderclap Newman

♪ And you know that it's right...

Nor me you.

♪ We have got to get it together

♪ We have got to get it together now... ♪

I did try and warn you, Oscar. They didn't fool me for a minute.

Well, at least they're under lock and key tonight.

Here you go, mate.

Why is Steve looking so down in the mouth?

Unlucky in love.

A bit like me in some ways.

You?

Come on, I'm a realist.

I'm far too old for you.

If you were ever going to say yes, you'd have said so long before now.

Well, that's rubbish.

The most serious decision in my life

is something I need to take time over.

- All right, all right. - And the answer's yes.

What?

I would love to marry you.

Oh, come here.