1 00:01:32,467 --> 00:01:33,301 Are you ready? 2 00:01:34,511 --> 00:01:37,180 As we commit Lord Kilmartin's earthly remains 3 00:01:37,263 --> 00:01:39,516 to their final resting place, 4 00:01:39,599 --> 00:01:41,976 we are reminded of the transient nature of life 5 00:01:42,060 --> 00:01:45,605 and the fragile beauty of human existence. 6 00:01:45,688 --> 00:01:50,443 May his spirit find everlasting peace in the heavenly kingdom. 7 00:01:58,409 --> 00:02:02,330 My elder brother Anthony would usually be the one to speak in times like this, so 8 00:02:02,413 --> 00:02:04,165 I apologize in advance. 9 00:02:06,334 --> 00:02:07,752 Standing before you, 10 00:02:08,545 --> 00:02:10,839 I know I'm supposed to say something profound. 11 00:02:11,756 --> 00:02:14,676 But to be honest, I am rather at a loss. 12 00:02:16,928 --> 00:02:19,389 This is an unfathomable tragedy 13 00:02:20,056 --> 00:02:22,016 for Lord Kilmartin's family, 14 00:02:22,892 --> 00:02:24,644 for my sister Francesca, 15 00:02:25,395 --> 00:02:27,647 for my family, for all of us. 16 00:02:28,940 --> 00:02:31,484 What makes this death so difficult to bear 17 00:02:31,985 --> 00:02:34,195 is not just its suddenness, 18 00:02:34,279 --> 00:02:37,574 but… the fact he was a good man, 19 00:02:38,324 --> 00:02:39,868 one of the best of us, 20 00:02:40,827 --> 00:02:46,207 always guided by an unshakable sense of integrity. 21 00:02:47,041 --> 00:02:48,751 His devotion to his family, 22 00:02:49,502 --> 00:02:51,087 to his seat in Parliament, 23 00:02:51,171 --> 00:02:54,591 and most especially to my sister Francesca, 24 00:02:54,674 --> 00:02:55,925 it was unwavering. 25 00:02:57,468 --> 00:03:00,305 There's nothing I can say to make sense of this loss, 26 00:03:00,805 --> 00:03:04,976 or to… fill the void we're all feeling. 27 00:03:06,394 --> 00:03:08,855 All I can offer is this. 28 00:03:09,898 --> 00:03:13,526 We will cherish our memory of John 29 00:03:15,236 --> 00:03:19,324 and be forever grateful to have known such an exceptional human being. 30 00:03:39,761 --> 00:03:42,347 Forgive me. I was not able to… 31 00:03:43,556 --> 00:03:45,975 No. Thank you. You did well. 32 00:03:47,185 --> 00:03:48,603 Would you like a moment alone? 33 00:03:48,686 --> 00:03:50,355 It is not necessary. 34 00:03:50,438 --> 00:03:54,609 -There is far too much to oversee at home. -The servants will have everything set up. 35 00:03:54,692 --> 00:03:57,403 -You might wish to spend a last moment-- -I… 36 00:03:57,487 --> 00:04:01,074 would like to see that all is in order. I will meet you at the carriage. 37 00:04:21,511 --> 00:04:25,556 -Such a terrible loss. -Felled by a common headache. 38 00:04:26,099 --> 00:04:28,268 So very… shocking. 39 00:04:30,895 --> 00:04:31,729 Indeed. 40 00:04:32,313 --> 00:04:33,856 Thank you both for coming. 41 00:04:36,067 --> 00:04:38,444 Is this all not rather morbid? 42 00:04:39,404 --> 00:04:40,530 It is a funeral. 43 00:04:41,364 --> 00:04:44,033 It is not morbid. It is… proper. 44 00:04:44,117 --> 00:04:47,245 Because heaven forbid death be anything but orderly. 45 00:04:48,871 --> 00:04:49,831 Lady Danbury. 46 00:04:49,914 --> 00:04:51,291 Francesca. 47 00:04:52,292 --> 00:04:54,627 Lord Kilmartin was a fine man. 48 00:04:55,878 --> 00:04:57,463 I liked him very much. 49 00:04:58,464 --> 00:04:59,465 Yes. 50 00:05:00,049 --> 00:05:01,134 I did as well. 51 00:05:02,218 --> 00:05:04,762 Obviously. Please do enjoy the refreshments. 52 00:05:06,306 --> 00:05:08,266 My condolences to you. 53 00:05:08,850 --> 00:05:10,226 And to you. 54 00:05:12,687 --> 00:05:15,732 These arrived from Anthony and Kate, dear. 55 00:05:15,815 --> 00:05:16,899 Thank you. 56 00:05:18,192 --> 00:05:21,821 Some of my children feel devastated they are unable to attend. 57 00:05:21,904 --> 00:05:25,742 Much of our family also could not travel down from Scotland in time. 58 00:05:25,825 --> 00:05:28,411 I am most relieved I was already in London, 59 00:05:28,995 --> 00:05:32,832 and most appreciative that you volunteered to host the reception today. 60 00:05:34,417 --> 00:05:37,420 Well… I would have hosted at Kilmartin House. 61 00:05:37,503 --> 00:05:41,049 -I thought the servants here might be… -There is no need to explain. 62 00:05:41,132 --> 00:05:44,385 I could not imagine hosting when my husband died, dear. 63 00:05:44,469 --> 00:05:47,680 It was my honor. Your son was a cherished part of this family. 64 00:05:47,764 --> 00:05:50,850 He adored your Francesca. 65 00:05:50,933 --> 00:05:54,187 I will never forget when he came home the night they met. 66 00:05:54,270 --> 00:05:56,147 Stars in his eyes. 67 00:05:56,230 --> 00:05:58,358 -Oh no. -Is this too overwhelming, dear? 68 00:05:58,441 --> 00:05:59,609 No, I… 69 00:06:00,610 --> 00:06:02,779 You're running out of biscuits, that is all. 70 00:06:02,862 --> 00:06:04,822 -Biscuits? -The guests will expect them. 71 00:06:04,906 --> 00:06:06,074 Please excuse me. 72 00:06:07,575 --> 00:06:08,576 Mrs. Wilson. 73 00:06:11,788 --> 00:06:12,830 For you. 74 00:06:14,707 --> 00:06:16,834 You've been so attentive to Francesca. 75 00:06:16,918 --> 00:06:18,961 I thought I might tend to you. 76 00:06:19,587 --> 00:06:21,089 This is very kind of you. 77 00:06:27,303 --> 00:06:29,055 Is this what Papa's funeral was like? 78 00:06:30,139 --> 00:06:32,850 I was not born. The rest of you got to be there. 79 00:06:32,934 --> 00:06:34,352 You were there. 80 00:06:34,435 --> 00:06:35,978 You were in Mama's belly. 81 00:06:37,605 --> 00:06:38,439 Biscuit? 82 00:06:45,321 --> 00:06:48,074 Francesca, surely a servant will help with those. 83 00:06:48,157 --> 00:06:49,659 Please allow me. 84 00:06:49,742 --> 00:06:51,786 Thank you, but I am quite capable. 85 00:06:57,792 --> 00:07:00,294 Ahem. Let us all have a biscuit, shall we? 86 00:07:00,795 --> 00:07:03,673 Do you know what are in these? I have always wondered. Hm. 87 00:07:05,174 --> 00:07:06,008 No, I… 88 00:07:07,427 --> 00:07:09,804 Uh, treacle, I imagine. 89 00:07:09,887 --> 00:07:12,473 Mm. What else do you think? I taste vanilla. 90 00:07:12,557 --> 00:07:14,142 Mmm… Something spicy. 91 00:07:14,684 --> 00:07:16,144 -Ginger, maybe? -Mm. 92 00:07:16,227 --> 00:07:19,856 Flour. Probably a little salt, and perhaps… um… 93 00:07:19,939 --> 00:07:20,982 Mr. Bridgerton. 94 00:07:27,029 --> 00:07:28,030 Ladies. 95 00:07:28,114 --> 00:07:31,033 -Our deepest condolences. -Thank you for being here. 96 00:07:31,117 --> 00:07:33,453 Are you truly all right, sister? I'm so sorry. 97 00:07:33,536 --> 00:07:36,372 -Hyacinth, please. Do not-- -I cannot believe he is gone. 98 00:07:42,378 --> 00:07:44,255 -Lady Kilmartin. -Mm-hmm. 99 00:07:44,881 --> 00:07:46,924 Your hair, it is coming undone. 100 00:07:47,008 --> 00:07:50,219 Perhaps we might go upstairs, and I can attend to it for you. 101 00:08:14,785 --> 00:08:15,661 Thank you. 102 00:08:16,329 --> 00:08:18,331 For giving me some respite. 103 00:08:18,414 --> 00:08:20,082 I am simply doing my job, my lady. 104 00:08:20,666 --> 00:08:22,335 If only I were doing mine. 105 00:08:23,711 --> 00:08:25,671 I think you are doing admirably. 106 00:08:28,549 --> 00:08:32,470 At my father's funeral, there was a very large tray of pickled salmon. 107 00:08:33,471 --> 00:08:36,432 All I could do was think how my father detested pickled salmon. 108 00:08:36,516 --> 00:08:38,559 I wanted to throw the tray and scream. 109 00:08:40,019 --> 00:08:41,103 And did you? 110 00:08:44,815 --> 00:08:46,025 I came close. 111 00:08:47,568 --> 00:08:50,738 But I realized we all know different versions of the same person. 112 00:08:51,614 --> 00:08:54,158 Perhaps someone thought he loved pickled salmon. 113 00:08:55,034 --> 00:08:58,746 The best any of us can do is honor the memories of those we have loved. 114 00:08:59,497 --> 00:09:01,624 And let them live on through us. 115 00:09:01,707 --> 00:09:03,334 How does one do that? 116 00:09:04,794 --> 00:09:07,505 Well, I always try to think logically like my father. 117 00:09:08,631 --> 00:09:11,008 And for my mother, I wear her necklace. 118 00:09:14,428 --> 00:09:16,264 I must have forgotten it today. 119 00:09:22,478 --> 00:09:25,398 Thank you for your help. 120 00:09:27,149 --> 00:09:30,403 I had better return, or my mother will fear I have fled. 121 00:09:31,696 --> 00:09:36,492 If you need more respite… give me a nod, and I will slip some brandy in your drink. 122 00:09:51,132 --> 00:09:54,468 Not even an invitation to a funeral from the Bridgertons. 123 00:09:54,552 --> 00:09:57,054 Their reputation for warmth is undeserved. 124 00:09:58,014 --> 00:10:01,309 At least Rosamund has a new suitor, and one of rather high rank, even. 125 00:10:01,392 --> 00:10:02,226 No, thank you. 126 00:10:02,310 --> 00:10:04,687 We are fortunate in Lord Stotter's interest. 127 00:10:04,770 --> 00:10:07,064 You do not know how distraught your sister has been 128 00:10:07,148 --> 00:10:09,734 after failing to capture Mr. Bridgerton's affection. 129 00:10:09,817 --> 00:10:11,861 She had her heart set on that match. 130 00:10:11,944 --> 00:10:13,571 Perhaps it is for the best. 131 00:10:13,654 --> 00:10:16,073 She and Mr. Bridgerton may not have been well suited. 132 00:10:16,157 --> 00:10:17,992 Rosamund is well suited to anyone. 133 00:10:18,075 --> 00:10:21,871 She could charm a statue if it were not for Sophie's interference. 134 00:10:21,954 --> 00:10:23,080 Sophie? 135 00:10:27,084 --> 00:10:30,504 Is that why we went looking for Sophie at Bridgerton House the other week? 136 00:10:30,588 --> 00:10:33,841 Because you suspect she has formed an attachment to Mr. Bridgerton? 137 00:10:33,924 --> 00:10:36,594 It would not be the first time she interfered in our lives. 138 00:10:39,764 --> 00:10:42,058 Do you know where Sophie is working, Posy? 139 00:10:43,476 --> 00:10:47,647 No! I… I hardly know how to stitch my embroidery in the right direction, 140 00:10:47,730 --> 00:10:50,566 let alone keep track of Sophie's whereabouts. 141 00:10:52,485 --> 00:10:53,402 Very well. 142 00:10:54,779 --> 00:10:57,031 I will have to find her myself, then. 143 00:10:57,114 --> 00:11:00,826 -And you enjoy dancing? -The cotillion is my favorite. 144 00:11:00,910 --> 00:11:03,412 My governess said I was excelling at all forms. 145 00:11:03,496 --> 00:11:06,624 -I prefer a waltz. -Oh, I too prefer a waltz. 146 00:11:22,890 --> 00:11:25,101 What are you doing out here? It is very cold. 147 00:11:25,810 --> 00:11:28,229 Uh, I merely wanted to feel something. 148 00:11:28,813 --> 00:11:32,483 Other than despair. So I chose to feel cold. 149 00:11:33,734 --> 00:11:35,903 -Is it helping? -Not particularly. 150 00:11:37,655 --> 00:11:40,032 They are in need of more mint for the refreshments. 151 00:11:40,116 --> 00:11:41,992 I shall leave you be shortly. 152 00:11:44,286 --> 00:11:46,497 It was kind of you to stay for the funeral. 153 00:11:47,915 --> 00:11:49,667 You have been great comfort 154 00:11:50,501 --> 00:11:52,128 to Eloise and Hyacinth. 155 00:11:56,590 --> 00:11:57,717 As have you. 156 00:11:58,551 --> 00:12:00,803 They are very fortunate to have you, you know. 157 00:12:01,512 --> 00:12:02,555 Hm. 158 00:12:06,434 --> 00:12:08,060 I am so sorry for your loss. 159 00:12:11,772 --> 00:12:14,650 It's all right, Sophie. You are not required to give me comfort. 160 00:12:14,734 --> 00:12:16,152 I know that. 161 00:12:17,069 --> 00:12:20,239 I know it is not a condition of my employment, but 162 00:12:20,322 --> 00:12:22,032 my heart is breaking for you. 163 00:12:24,201 --> 00:12:25,244 For all of you. 164 00:12:31,417 --> 00:12:33,085 You are still planning on leaving? 165 00:12:35,045 --> 00:12:36,714 At the end of the week. 166 00:12:37,298 --> 00:12:41,302 -After the family has had some time. -Yes, of course. As you should. 167 00:12:44,889 --> 00:12:46,640 I wish you luck, Sophie. 168 00:12:49,769 --> 00:12:54,190 Please go inside. I cannot send you off to your new position with influenza. 169 00:12:58,694 --> 00:13:00,571 -I can stay a moment if you-- -No. 170 00:13:02,156 --> 00:13:03,199 Forgive me. 171 00:13:07,036 --> 00:13:10,080 I am trying desperately to be strong for my family, 172 00:13:10,164 --> 00:13:13,042 for Francesca, on this dreadful day. 173 00:13:14,251 --> 00:13:18,214 And if you stay, I am afraid I will not be able to hold it together. 174 00:13:21,091 --> 00:13:22,092 I understand. 175 00:13:31,602 --> 00:13:33,145 If I do not see you again… 176 00:13:36,398 --> 00:13:38,067 goodbye, Mr. Bridgerton. 177 00:13:42,363 --> 00:13:43,489 Goodbye, Sophie. 178 00:14:10,266 --> 00:14:13,310 My entire life, I have found comfort in silence. 179 00:14:14,562 --> 00:14:18,148 Presumably because I never found any growing up amongst all my siblings. 180 00:14:20,860 --> 00:14:21,819 But now… 181 00:14:24,697 --> 00:14:27,783 Now, I should be grateful if you might fill it. 182 00:14:27,867 --> 00:14:31,829 I dare say this is the longest I have ever seen you go without talking. 183 00:14:33,330 --> 00:14:35,624 I am merely enjoying the peace 184 00:14:35,708 --> 00:14:38,210 of not having to listen to one more stranger 185 00:14:38,294 --> 00:14:39,837 apologize for my loss. 186 00:14:39,920 --> 00:14:42,423 Everyone is simply trying to be respectful. 187 00:14:42,923 --> 00:14:44,258 Yes. 188 00:14:44,341 --> 00:14:48,220 I realize it is proper here to speak in euphemisms 189 00:14:48,304 --> 00:14:51,473 and act as if we are statues in the face of death. 190 00:14:55,853 --> 00:14:56,854 You know, 191 00:14:58,147 --> 00:14:59,356 in Scotland, 192 00:15:00,524 --> 00:15:03,861 a life lost is celebrated instead of mourned. 193 00:15:04,445 --> 00:15:05,738 Everyone eats, 194 00:15:05,821 --> 00:15:06,822 drinks, 195 00:15:07,323 --> 00:15:09,158 tells stories of the dead, 196 00:15:09,241 --> 00:15:10,534 cries, and… 197 00:15:11,493 --> 00:15:13,329 …laughs. 198 00:15:13,412 --> 00:15:14,705 Is that not a little… 199 00:15:16,332 --> 00:15:17,333 indulgent? 200 00:15:18,042 --> 00:15:20,836 In fact, it can be rather cathartic. 201 00:15:20,920 --> 00:15:23,047 Joyful, even. 202 00:15:24,381 --> 00:15:27,968 Perhaps we could still have a celebration for a smaller group here 203 00:15:28,052 --> 00:15:29,470 at Kilmartin House. 204 00:15:29,553 --> 00:15:32,014 I am sorry if you found the funeral lacking. 205 00:15:33,098 --> 00:15:35,726 You did a splendid job, Francesca. 206 00:15:37,311 --> 00:15:39,772 I was merely suggesting a celebration 207 00:15:39,855 --> 00:15:43,442 so that John might be remembered not for his death but for his life. 208 00:15:43,525 --> 00:15:45,527 I knew John better than I know myself, 209 00:15:45,611 --> 00:15:49,865 and I truly believe he would not want to be the cause of tears or sorrow. 210 00:15:49,949 --> 00:15:51,492 He was a Scotsman. 211 00:15:51,575 --> 00:15:53,994 He would not want to be mourned by strangers. 212 00:15:54,078 --> 00:15:57,498 He would want his life rejoiced at by family, friends, his wife. 213 00:15:57,581 --> 00:15:59,875 He would want for us to get up and dance and-- 214 00:15:59,959 --> 00:16:01,710 John does not want anything! 215 00:16:02,544 --> 00:16:04,338 He is dead. Gone. 216 00:16:04,922 --> 00:16:07,841 And turning his funeral into a circus will not change that. 217 00:16:29,196 --> 00:16:32,199 It meant a great deal having you at the funeral. 218 00:16:32,282 --> 00:16:34,743 I do not know what we will do without you, Agatha. 219 00:16:34,827 --> 00:16:37,246 I am not leaving for another two weeks, 220 00:16:37,329 --> 00:16:40,457 so there are plenty of goodbyes still to say. 221 00:16:41,250 --> 00:16:44,044 -And I will not be gone forever. -I am happy for you. 222 00:16:44,545 --> 00:16:49,299 I think I am still in disbelief that the Queen granted me leave to go. 223 00:16:51,176 --> 00:16:54,930 I hear you are making a life change of your own 224 00:16:55,014 --> 00:16:56,515 with my brother? 225 00:16:56,598 --> 00:16:57,933 You… You know of our…? 226 00:16:58,017 --> 00:17:00,227 I do not believe he told anyone else. 227 00:17:01,186 --> 00:17:03,480 He would have been a fool not to ask. 228 00:17:04,189 --> 00:17:05,149 I am 229 00:17:06,150 --> 00:17:07,693 delighted for you both. 230 00:17:07,776 --> 00:17:08,694 Thank you. 231 00:17:09,820 --> 00:17:11,238 Only, I am… 232 00:17:12,823 --> 00:17:14,158 -Violet. -Hmm. 233 00:17:15,409 --> 00:17:16,827 Is everything all right? 234 00:17:16,910 --> 00:17:18,662 Yes! Yes, of course! 235 00:17:19,496 --> 00:17:20,664 I, uh… 236 00:17:21,498 --> 00:17:24,084 I simply feel that in the wake of John's passing… 237 00:17:24,168 --> 00:17:25,919 Your mind is on Francesca. 238 00:17:26,503 --> 00:17:27,546 Indeed. 239 00:17:29,048 --> 00:17:33,469 I am rather concerned that she is not allowing herself to grieve. 240 00:17:35,429 --> 00:17:36,680 Give her time. 241 00:17:38,057 --> 00:17:42,061 We both know it is a winding and illogical road 242 00:17:42,144 --> 00:17:43,520 to mourn a lost love. 243 00:17:44,813 --> 00:17:46,565 She is not in her right mind. 244 00:17:57,910 --> 00:17:59,244 Are you all right, Sophie? 245 00:17:59,328 --> 00:18:01,288 You look as though you did not sleep a wink. 246 00:18:01,371 --> 00:18:04,083 I lost my necklace. I spent half the night searching for it. 247 00:18:04,166 --> 00:18:05,375 What does it look like? 248 00:18:05,459 --> 00:18:08,003 It is a silver chain with an amethyst pendant. 249 00:18:08,087 --> 00:18:10,506 -Do you know when you last saw it? -I have no idea. 250 00:18:10,589 --> 00:18:13,592 I hardly notice when I am wearing it as I so rarely take it off. 251 00:18:13,675 --> 00:18:14,676 Deliveries are here! 252 00:18:16,553 --> 00:18:17,721 Make haste! 253 00:18:17,805 --> 00:18:19,389 I will look out for it, Sophie. 254 00:18:20,307 --> 00:18:24,311 Perhaps this is the heavens telling you you should not leave us for Penwood House. 255 00:18:24,394 --> 00:18:28,273 No, it is merely telling me that I have been unforgivably careless. 256 00:18:28,357 --> 00:18:30,067 I have been so caught up, 257 00:18:30,150 --> 00:18:32,319 I lost the only piece of my mother I ever had. 258 00:18:32,945 --> 00:18:34,363 We will find it. 259 00:18:43,163 --> 00:18:44,873 Will Michaela be joining us? 260 00:18:47,334 --> 00:18:48,752 I do not believe so. 261 00:18:48,836 --> 00:18:53,048 We are giving each other space, which suits me well as I am rather busy 262 00:18:53,132 --> 00:18:55,217 with my correspondence to John's relatives. 263 00:18:56,093 --> 00:18:58,554 Surely you do not need to write to all of them now? 264 00:18:58,637 --> 00:18:59,805 People deserve to know. 265 00:18:59,888 --> 00:19:02,307 Writing certainly can be cathartic. 266 00:19:02,391 --> 00:19:06,228 Sometimes when I am feeling lost, I find that writing steadies me. 267 00:19:06,311 --> 00:19:07,771 I am steady. 268 00:19:12,067 --> 00:19:13,152 Ahem. 269 00:19:15,195 --> 00:19:17,197 Francesca, you do not need to be. 270 00:19:17,281 --> 00:19:21,910 You are amongst family. If you would like to throw something or scream… 271 00:19:21,994 --> 00:19:24,454 Eloise, please, that is not how I wish to proceed. 272 00:19:24,538 --> 00:19:26,582 I should like to stay… calm. 273 00:19:26,665 --> 00:19:27,708 But you need not. 274 00:19:27,791 --> 00:19:29,251 Yes, I do. 275 00:19:33,922 --> 00:19:35,257 I am with child. 276 00:19:37,593 --> 00:19:40,596 My courses were supposed to arrive days ago, but they never came. 277 00:19:41,180 --> 00:19:42,306 Well… 278 00:19:42,389 --> 00:19:44,433 That is splendid news. 279 00:19:45,017 --> 00:19:47,561 John has left me with a gift, a piece of himself. 280 00:19:47,644 --> 00:19:49,646 Just as Father left Mother with Hyacinth. 281 00:19:50,772 --> 00:19:53,442 So, if I must remain calm for the sake of our child 282 00:19:53,525 --> 00:19:55,527 and the future of the Kilmartin line, 283 00:19:55,611 --> 00:19:56,987 so be it. 284 00:19:57,070 --> 00:19:58,572 It is a worthy cause. 285 00:20:00,365 --> 00:20:02,242 I am delighted for you, sister. 286 00:20:02,326 --> 00:20:03,410 Thank you. 287 00:20:04,578 --> 00:20:08,457 But… let us just keep this between ourselves for now 288 00:20:08,540 --> 00:20:11,084 until I speak to the men from the House of Lords. 289 00:20:11,168 --> 00:20:12,211 Of course. 290 00:20:17,382 --> 00:20:19,718 How is Lady Kilmartin faring? 291 00:20:20,260 --> 00:20:23,597 She is faring as best she can, I imagine. 292 00:20:23,680 --> 00:20:24,598 Mmm. 293 00:20:24,681 --> 00:20:26,975 It is quite a cruel twist of fate 294 00:20:27,059 --> 00:20:30,354 to lose one's husband at such a tender age. 295 00:20:30,437 --> 00:20:33,941 I imagine it cruel to lose one's husband at any age. 296 00:20:34,024 --> 00:20:35,484 And yet, for some of us, 297 00:20:36,151 --> 00:20:37,361 a release. 298 00:20:38,278 --> 00:20:39,321 Mmm. 299 00:20:40,030 --> 00:20:41,949 What was she wearing at the funeral? 300 00:20:42,032 --> 00:20:43,116 Lady Kilmartin. 301 00:20:43,617 --> 00:20:45,118 If one must endure, 302 00:20:45,202 --> 00:20:50,791 I do hope she at least was enduring in a… marvelous ensemble. 303 00:20:50,874 --> 00:20:52,918 She looked quite elegant. 304 00:20:53,001 --> 00:20:53,919 Mm. 305 00:20:55,087 --> 00:20:57,297 These bonbons do not taste the same. 306 00:20:58,715 --> 00:21:01,343 It is a shame when a good thing changes. 307 00:21:01,969 --> 00:21:05,722 You know, Charlotte, there is a fortnight yet before I leave. 308 00:21:05,806 --> 00:21:07,557 Yes, I know. 309 00:21:08,058 --> 00:21:10,602 I should like the bonbons from Switzerland instead. 310 00:21:11,937 --> 00:21:13,855 Perhaps I should arrange 311 00:21:13,939 --> 00:21:17,859 for some new exotic animal to be imported for the grounds. 312 00:21:18,485 --> 00:21:21,029 I will write, Charlotte. 313 00:21:24,533 --> 00:21:26,576 I am sad, Agatha. 314 00:21:28,495 --> 00:21:29,955 It is a sad time. 315 00:21:30,706 --> 00:21:33,458 Yes. Goodbyes are never easy. 316 00:21:33,542 --> 00:21:37,754 Particularly as I have just bid farewell to Whistledown. 317 00:21:39,631 --> 00:21:42,175 She would have written something profound 318 00:21:42,259 --> 00:21:44,636 about Lord Kilmartin's passing, 319 00:21:44,720 --> 00:21:47,306 not to mention a detailed report 320 00:21:47,389 --> 00:21:50,517 of the funereal fashions, beyond "elegant." 321 00:21:50,600 --> 00:21:51,810 Hmm. 322 00:21:52,394 --> 00:21:54,771 It would have been something to look forward to. 323 00:21:56,106 --> 00:21:57,441 I miss her. 324 00:21:59,609 --> 00:22:03,030 Mrs. Mondrich, I should like to hold Mercury now. 325 00:22:06,491 --> 00:22:07,534 Your Majesty. 326 00:22:09,995 --> 00:22:11,204 Oh. 327 00:22:11,288 --> 00:22:13,707 She is quite excitable. 328 00:22:13,790 --> 00:22:14,666 Mmm… 329 00:22:14,750 --> 00:22:17,461 Perhaps the bitch needs some water to cool down. 330 00:22:30,432 --> 00:22:31,475 There you are. 331 00:22:33,018 --> 00:22:34,144 Here I am. 332 00:22:34,686 --> 00:22:36,438 I hope I am not interrupting. 333 00:22:37,064 --> 00:22:39,566 I have just sent word to the House of Lords 334 00:22:39,649 --> 00:22:43,236 to arrange their visit with Francesca concerning the Kilmartin estate. 335 00:22:43,320 --> 00:22:45,489 -I will attend as well, of course. -Thank you. 336 00:22:46,031 --> 00:22:49,159 Well, for all you have done in Anthony's absence. 337 00:22:52,454 --> 00:22:53,622 Are you all right? 338 00:22:53,705 --> 00:22:56,083 It is not me you should be worrying about. 339 00:22:56,166 --> 00:22:58,543 We are most fortunate that Sophie remained to help. 340 00:22:58,627 --> 00:23:00,879 -I do hope she will… -Please do not bring her up. 341 00:23:00,962 --> 00:23:04,132 -I know, it has been a difficult week. -Not today, please! 342 00:23:06,259 --> 00:23:08,637 It is all a tad hypocritical, do you not think? 343 00:23:10,180 --> 00:23:11,473 What is hypocritical? 344 00:23:11,556 --> 00:23:12,391 You. 345 00:23:12,891 --> 00:23:16,353 You spent our entire lives claiming the one thing that matters 346 00:23:16,436 --> 00:23:17,979 is marrying a love match. 347 00:23:18,563 --> 00:23:22,275 For years I did not understand it, nor want it. In fact, I ran from it. 348 00:23:22,943 --> 00:23:23,944 And now… 349 00:23:25,070 --> 00:23:26,947 now I have found someone I love, 350 00:23:27,030 --> 00:23:29,116 more than I could even have thought possible. 351 00:23:29,199 --> 00:23:33,120 Someone captivating and maddening and real, just as you wanted. 352 00:23:33,203 --> 00:23:35,997 Just as Daphne and Anthony and Colin and Francesca… 353 00:23:36,081 --> 00:23:36,957 You love her? 354 00:23:37,040 --> 00:23:38,625 It does not signify, does it? 355 00:23:38,708 --> 00:23:41,920 She is not of the right class, so I cannot be with her, not truly. 356 00:23:42,003 --> 00:23:44,339 I must let her go, as if she means nothing. 357 00:23:44,423 --> 00:23:48,093 Tell me, is that what you would have done had father been of the lower classes? 358 00:23:48,176 --> 00:23:51,346 Tossed your love aside to search for someone of proper breeding? 359 00:23:53,473 --> 00:23:54,683 Forgive me. 360 00:24:00,021 --> 00:24:01,231 Where is it? 361 00:24:09,865 --> 00:24:11,658 Are you looking for something? 362 00:24:12,826 --> 00:24:14,744 No, Lady Bridgerton, 363 00:24:14,828 --> 00:24:16,746 I simply noticed some… dust. 364 00:24:16,830 --> 00:24:18,582 Pardon me. 365 00:24:21,501 --> 00:24:24,546 I wanted to thank you for staying on to help with the funeral. 366 00:24:24,629 --> 00:24:26,548 Oh, it is the least I could do. 367 00:24:27,549 --> 00:24:30,135 I do regret that I am leaving at such a difficult time. 368 00:24:30,218 --> 00:24:32,888 Well, you must do what is best for you. 369 00:24:37,392 --> 00:24:38,643 Sophie? 370 00:24:41,438 --> 00:24:43,982 Is it because of Benedict that you feel you must depart? 371 00:24:47,402 --> 00:24:48,820 Why did you not dismiss me? 372 00:24:48,904 --> 00:24:51,323 Well, perhaps I should have done, but I like you. 373 00:24:52,324 --> 00:24:55,035 You are the sort of woman I would like for my son… 374 00:24:55,118 --> 00:24:56,495 If I were not a maid. 375 00:25:00,248 --> 00:25:02,584 You must know it is not Mr. Bridgerton's fault. 376 00:25:02,667 --> 00:25:04,711 Your son is a good man. I… 377 00:25:05,337 --> 00:25:06,796 I knew better. 378 00:25:07,380 --> 00:25:08,381 Sophie, 379 00:25:09,508 --> 00:25:13,595 if there is perhaps something about your history that you have not shared… 380 00:25:14,554 --> 00:25:18,099 Your accent, your education, your proclivity for languages… 381 00:25:18,183 --> 00:25:22,229 Perhaps if there is something that you are running from? 382 00:25:27,734 --> 00:25:29,945 No. I am a maid. 383 00:25:31,154 --> 00:25:33,073 I am not a suitable match for your son. 384 00:25:36,326 --> 00:25:38,036 I wish the world were different. 385 00:25:47,671 --> 00:25:50,090 -Leave me alone, Gregory! -It is all well. 386 00:25:50,173 --> 00:25:52,008 Get out! 387 00:25:52,092 --> 00:25:55,345 I tried talking sense into Hyacinth, but she is highly unreasonable. 388 00:25:55,428 --> 00:25:57,305 Mother should have stopped at seven. 389 00:26:03,186 --> 00:26:05,021 What is going on in here? 390 00:26:05,105 --> 00:26:08,191 I am simply ridding myself of things I shall not need 391 00:26:08,275 --> 00:26:10,193 as I have decided to delay my debut. 392 00:26:10,277 --> 00:26:12,779 Or perhaps not to make my debut at all. 393 00:26:12,862 --> 00:26:16,324 Odd. Same curtains, same ceiling, yet surely I am in a foreign land. 394 00:26:16,408 --> 00:26:19,869 What is the point of finding love when your husband will probably die? 395 00:26:23,164 --> 00:26:24,249 Ah. 396 00:26:24,958 --> 00:26:26,459 So this is about John. 397 00:26:27,168 --> 00:26:28,211 Not only John. 398 00:26:29,379 --> 00:26:32,591 Father, even Lord Featherington, all gone. 399 00:26:33,174 --> 00:26:35,385 I have been taken up with foolish fantasies 400 00:26:35,468 --> 00:26:38,388 when all love truly brings is hardship and sorrow. 401 00:26:40,557 --> 00:26:43,602 I suppose it is… difficult. 402 00:26:43,685 --> 00:26:45,687 Well, I, for one, want no part of it. 403 00:26:45,770 --> 00:26:48,940 I have finally seen the wisdom in what you have been telling me. 404 00:26:49,024 --> 00:26:50,984 You were right all along, sister. 405 00:27:05,957 --> 00:27:07,584 How is Francesca? 406 00:27:07,667 --> 00:27:11,171 Oh, what she is going through, I would not wish on anyone. 407 00:27:11,921 --> 00:27:12,756 Shall we? 408 00:27:16,926 --> 00:27:19,012 Losing someone unexpectedly, 409 00:27:19,095 --> 00:27:22,098 it is as if your very breath is ripped from you. 410 00:27:22,182 --> 00:27:26,019 Your entire reality is shifted within the blink of an eye. 411 00:27:26,978 --> 00:27:29,356 It is natural you must be thinking of Edmund. 412 00:27:29,439 --> 00:27:30,315 Yes, I am. 413 00:27:30,815 --> 00:27:32,734 I think about Nessa every day. 414 00:27:35,612 --> 00:27:36,988 Anything you need, 415 00:27:37,739 --> 00:27:38,615 I'm here for you. 416 00:27:43,787 --> 00:27:45,955 There is one thing I must request. 417 00:27:48,416 --> 00:27:52,545 I was wondering if we might keep our betrothal to ourselves for a while, 418 00:27:52,629 --> 00:27:54,214 only because I do not want our… 419 00:27:54,297 --> 00:27:56,257 our happy news to overshadow-- 420 00:27:56,341 --> 00:27:57,509 Say no more. 421 00:27:57,592 --> 00:27:59,344 I have told only my sister. 422 00:27:59,844 --> 00:28:02,722 Otherwise, we… we shall wait. 423 00:28:18,405 --> 00:28:21,074 -Alfie, what are you doing here? -Looking for you. 424 00:28:21,157 --> 00:28:23,451 You are so eager to see me that you could not wait 425 00:28:23,535 --> 00:28:25,787 until my return to Penwood House? I am flattered. 426 00:28:25,870 --> 00:28:27,914 That is why I have been trying to find you. 427 00:28:27,997 --> 00:28:30,834 I gave the new Lady Penwood your note about delaying your start 428 00:28:30,917 --> 00:28:34,003 till after the funeral, but… she would not wait. 429 00:28:34,087 --> 00:28:36,589 She hired someone else. I… I'm sorry. 430 00:28:36,673 --> 00:28:38,258 What? Uh… 431 00:28:38,341 --> 00:28:40,927 No, I have already given my notice to Lady Bridgerton. 432 00:28:41,010 --> 00:28:43,680 Surely she will not mind if you stay on a little longer? 433 00:28:43,763 --> 00:28:46,307 I cannot… see Mr. Bridgerton. 434 00:28:46,391 --> 00:28:48,143 It is torture, Alfie. 435 00:28:48,226 --> 00:28:50,478 I only want to come home to you, Irma, Rumsey. 436 00:28:50,562 --> 00:28:53,273 -It is all I want. -I know. We all wanted that, but… 437 00:28:53,356 --> 00:28:55,191 We will find you another position. 438 00:28:55,275 --> 00:28:56,568 There are so few just now. 439 00:28:56,651 --> 00:28:59,237 I have heard of one opening for a maid on Bruton Street. 440 00:28:59,320 --> 00:29:01,448 That is far too close to Bridgerton House. 441 00:29:01,531 --> 00:29:03,491 Perhaps I should return to the country. 442 00:29:04,993 --> 00:29:06,578 I have heard of one other position. 443 00:29:07,912 --> 00:29:11,207 A family in Mayfair is in need of a lady's maid to help them move. 444 00:29:11,291 --> 00:29:13,376 Their servants speak very highly of them. 445 00:29:14,085 --> 00:29:15,336 I can do that. 446 00:29:15,420 --> 00:29:18,381 -You know I am skilled at… -They are moving to the Americas. 447 00:29:19,299 --> 00:29:21,509 You would need to be on a ship in three days. 448 00:29:38,401 --> 00:29:39,444 Francesca. 449 00:29:40,487 --> 00:29:42,989 This is Mr. Dundas from the House of Lords. 450 00:29:43,072 --> 00:29:43,948 Good day. 451 00:29:44,032 --> 00:29:44,991 Good day. 452 00:29:45,074 --> 00:29:46,618 My condolences for your loss, 453 00:29:46,701 --> 00:29:49,954 and apologies for the timing of this visit, Lady Kilmartin. 454 00:29:50,830 --> 00:29:52,624 -It's procedure. -Quite right. 455 00:29:52,707 --> 00:29:55,335 Despite the circumstances, it is of the utmost importance 456 00:29:55,418 --> 00:29:57,712 the lines of succession are followed to the letter. 457 00:29:57,796 --> 00:30:01,257 Your brother has been a tremendous help with the paperwork. 458 00:30:01,841 --> 00:30:04,093 I will be speaking with the Stirling family next. 459 00:30:04,177 --> 00:30:07,347 But, of course, there is one question I must ask you first. 460 00:30:07,430 --> 00:30:09,849 -As a formality, really. -I am with child. 461 00:30:11,851 --> 00:30:13,019 Sister… 462 00:30:13,102 --> 00:30:15,021 That is… 463 00:30:16,439 --> 00:30:17,857 wonderful news. 464 00:30:17,941 --> 00:30:19,609 Indeed. 465 00:30:19,692 --> 00:30:21,277 Well, then. 466 00:30:21,361 --> 00:30:24,072 I shall alert the physician for an examination at once. 467 00:30:24,656 --> 00:30:26,074 Uh… examination? 468 00:30:26,157 --> 00:30:28,535 Well, yes. We must have confirmation. 469 00:30:28,618 --> 00:30:30,912 Well, can you not simply take her word for it? 470 00:30:30,995 --> 00:30:33,790 Of course, Lady Kilmartin, your word is of great value. 471 00:30:33,873 --> 00:30:37,502 It is only that the Crown has grown quite stringent when it comes to succession. 472 00:30:37,585 --> 00:30:41,130 There is an estate and title at stake, not to mention a seat in Parliament. 473 00:30:41,214 --> 00:30:43,424 I… I do not wish to have an examination. 474 00:30:43,508 --> 00:30:46,094 My sister has been through a great loss, Mr. Dundas. 475 00:30:46,177 --> 00:30:47,929 Any examination will have to wait. 476 00:30:48,012 --> 00:30:49,264 Believe me, I sympathize. 477 00:30:49,347 --> 00:30:51,808 But this is the way society demands things be done. 478 00:30:51,891 --> 00:30:54,352 I have had quite enough of the demands of society 479 00:30:54,435 --> 00:30:57,438 and its utterly antiquated way of doing things! 480 00:30:57,522 --> 00:30:59,357 This is an honorable family! 481 00:30:59,440 --> 00:31:03,027 You have no idea of the sacrifices we have made to maintain that honor! 482 00:31:03,528 --> 00:31:05,905 I will not stand here and let you pressure my sister 483 00:31:05,989 --> 00:31:07,824 after the nightmare she's been through. 484 00:31:10,285 --> 00:31:14,163 I assure you, Lady Kilmartin, it will be swift and dignified. 485 00:31:14,873 --> 00:31:18,626 And then, we can all take comfort in knowing for certain. 486 00:31:19,168 --> 00:31:20,003 Mm? 487 00:32:22,315 --> 00:32:25,151 -Forgive me, I heard a noise. -I did not mean to startle you. 488 00:32:27,195 --> 00:32:30,406 I have been tasked with organizing John's affairs, and, uh… 489 00:32:31,324 --> 00:32:32,742 I have misplaced a document. 490 00:32:32,825 --> 00:32:34,452 You need not explain. 491 00:32:35,578 --> 00:32:36,871 Please, I will do it. 492 00:32:39,666 --> 00:32:41,042 It has been a hell of a week. 493 00:32:42,418 --> 00:32:43,461 I know. 494 00:32:45,630 --> 00:32:48,299 Every time I see you, I am conscious it may be the last. 495 00:32:49,759 --> 00:32:52,261 I hated how we said goodbye at the funeral. 496 00:33:36,848 --> 00:33:38,224 I, um… 497 00:33:38,307 --> 00:33:39,726 Uh, I know. 498 00:33:47,316 --> 00:33:48,317 Thank you. 499 00:34:09,297 --> 00:34:10,965 Have you finished your tea? 500 00:34:11,758 --> 00:34:15,053 -Yes. -Shall I take you to your bedchamber? 501 00:34:15,136 --> 00:34:18,097 -No. -Would you like another cup of tea? 502 00:34:18,181 --> 00:34:20,349 No, I should like to sleep in here. 503 00:34:20,433 --> 00:34:24,937 In the drawing room? Francesca, are you avoiding sleeping in your room? 504 00:34:29,817 --> 00:34:31,360 I do not blame you. 505 00:34:34,864 --> 00:34:37,075 I could not bear to be at Aubrey Hall 506 00:34:37,575 --> 00:34:38,618 for months. 507 00:34:39,619 --> 00:34:41,788 But being there, and… and facing it, 508 00:34:41,871 --> 00:34:43,081 and… well, feeling it-- 509 00:34:43,164 --> 00:34:46,417 -Oh, stop it! Will you please stop it? -I am so sorry, my dear, I… 510 00:34:46,501 --> 00:34:47,543 I am only trying to-- 511 00:34:47,627 --> 00:34:49,879 You are trying to tell me that you understand. 512 00:34:54,092 --> 00:34:57,178 I can see it in your face, even when you say nothing, 513 00:34:57,261 --> 00:34:59,347 that we are the same now 514 00:34:59,430 --> 00:35:02,975 because we have both lost our husbands, but we are not the same. 515 00:35:04,060 --> 00:35:07,522 You have eight children. 516 00:35:08,564 --> 00:35:11,984 Eight… pieces of your husband to remember him by. 517 00:35:12,068 --> 00:35:14,445 Eight! Eight times you did your wifely duty 518 00:35:14,529 --> 00:35:17,782 and gave Father the gift of children. What did I give John? Nothing! 519 00:35:17,865 --> 00:35:21,285 -And I only have myself to blame. -Francesca, none of this is your fault. 520 00:35:21,369 --> 00:35:24,038 Oh, but it is! It is my fault. 521 00:35:24,664 --> 00:35:25,915 I cursed it. 522 00:35:26,791 --> 00:35:30,128 John wanted to have a child, and it was my duty to give that to him, 523 00:35:30,211 --> 00:35:32,588 to continue the Kilmartin line, and I failed him! 524 00:35:32,672 --> 00:35:33,798 I gave him nothing! 525 00:35:33,881 --> 00:35:37,135 -I have nothing! I have nothing! -It is all right. 526 00:35:40,179 --> 00:35:41,347 You are all right. 527 00:35:44,600 --> 00:35:46,811 I have nothing. 528 00:35:57,613 --> 00:35:59,448 Can I bring you some tea, my lady? 529 00:36:01,367 --> 00:36:02,994 No, thank you, Mrs. Wilson. 530 00:36:05,454 --> 00:36:09,041 Sometimes I sit here and just stare at this portrait. 531 00:36:10,126 --> 00:36:11,961 We were supposed to be in this together, 532 00:36:12,628 --> 00:36:13,754 Edmund and I, 533 00:36:14,422 --> 00:36:15,882 through every trial. 534 00:36:16,465 --> 00:36:19,677 And the children, they look to me for answers, and I… 535 00:36:20,720 --> 00:36:22,597 I do not have all the answers. 536 00:36:24,182 --> 00:36:25,808 He was supposed to be here. 537 00:36:31,355 --> 00:36:32,565 If I may, ma'am. 538 00:36:33,608 --> 00:36:36,611 The children do not need you to have all the answers. 539 00:36:37,612 --> 00:36:39,197 Or even half the answers. 540 00:36:41,490 --> 00:36:43,284 They only need you to love them. 541 00:37:13,898 --> 00:37:15,900 Mrs. Wilson told me you were still here. 542 00:37:16,859 --> 00:37:17,860 Mother. 543 00:37:19,320 --> 00:37:21,322 I was just about to take my leave. 544 00:37:23,950 --> 00:37:25,201 Shall I pour you a drink? 545 00:37:25,284 --> 00:37:26,911 A strong one, perhaps. 546 00:37:47,932 --> 00:37:49,016 I owe you an apology. 547 00:37:49,100 --> 00:37:52,186 You know, I have been thinking about your father quite a lot. 548 00:37:53,187 --> 00:37:54,063 Of course. 549 00:37:54,146 --> 00:37:57,275 That you were also very unlucky to lose him when you did. 550 00:37:57,358 --> 00:37:58,567 You were so young. 551 00:37:59,360 --> 00:38:02,947 But for me, in many ways, I… 552 00:38:04,198 --> 00:38:05,449 I was lucky. 553 00:38:07,285 --> 00:38:10,579 I had a great love for a very long time. 554 00:38:13,791 --> 00:38:15,418 Some people never get that. 555 00:38:21,924 --> 00:38:24,135 After everything that has transpired, 556 00:38:24,218 --> 00:38:28,264 I have found myself reflecting quite a lot 557 00:38:29,098 --> 00:38:30,891 about love, 558 00:38:30,975 --> 00:38:34,645 about… time not always being on our side. 559 00:38:35,438 --> 00:38:38,899 I see, I did not realize how strongly you felt about Sophie. 560 00:38:38,983 --> 00:38:42,778 I… I assumed it was a flirtation, a dalliance. I never imagined-- 561 00:38:42,862 --> 00:38:45,072 I should never have allowed it to go that far. 562 00:38:45,156 --> 00:38:49,243 Starting a life with someone from another class is no easy feat. 563 00:38:49,327 --> 00:38:53,664 -You would have to move to the country. -Yes, we had discussed such plans. 564 00:38:54,832 --> 00:38:58,586 -I would have gone back and forth. -No, there'd be no going back and forth. 565 00:38:58,669 --> 00:39:01,630 You would be ostracized by society, both of you. 566 00:39:01,714 --> 00:39:04,133 You would have to move there permanently. 567 00:39:05,009 --> 00:39:08,179 I imagine that would be a rather startling transition 568 00:39:08,262 --> 00:39:11,807 for someone who has lived a life as well-liked and privileged as you. 569 00:39:12,892 --> 00:39:15,728 It is important that you understand 570 00:39:15,811 --> 00:39:20,858 because there is one crucial sacrifice you will have to make. 571 00:39:22,610 --> 00:39:23,944 Your family. 572 00:39:24,695 --> 00:39:29,658 And that is not to say we shall not speak, but it will mostly be confined to letters. 573 00:39:30,368 --> 00:39:33,079 We will not be able to visit as often as we might like. 574 00:39:33,829 --> 00:39:37,583 As… It could impact your sister's prospects for marriage 575 00:39:37,666 --> 00:39:40,628 if we are believed to nurture a close relationship, 576 00:39:40,711 --> 00:39:44,924 so we will miss birthdays and weddings and countless… 577 00:39:45,007 --> 00:39:48,010 Stop it, please! There is truly no need for this. 578 00:39:49,011 --> 00:39:50,721 Sophie does not want to be with me. 579 00:39:50,805 --> 00:39:55,935 Oh, I very much doubt that is the case if you asked her to marry you. 580 00:39:58,104 --> 00:39:59,688 How strong did I pour that drink? 581 00:39:59,772 --> 00:40:01,107 What you said… 582 00:40:02,650 --> 00:40:03,526 was correct. 583 00:40:03,609 --> 00:40:06,904 All I have ever wanted for my children was to find love. 584 00:40:06,987 --> 00:40:08,656 So if you have found it, 585 00:40:08,739 --> 00:40:11,367 you deserve to go after it before it is too late. 586 00:40:13,244 --> 00:40:17,706 If you marry Sophie, it will never change how much I love you, Benedict. 587 00:40:22,169 --> 00:40:23,587 And with that said, 588 00:40:24,422 --> 00:40:26,590 I know my son. I know… I know my son. 589 00:40:26,674 --> 00:40:29,051 I know that at times you can be… 590 00:40:31,554 --> 00:40:32,972 dare I say it? 591 00:40:33,055 --> 00:40:34,181 Noncommittal. 592 00:40:34,974 --> 00:40:35,933 Mm. 593 00:40:37,226 --> 00:40:39,687 No, you must have me mistaken for one of your other children. 594 00:40:47,319 --> 00:40:51,157 Promise me you will think very carefully before making a decision. 595 00:40:51,991 --> 00:40:53,409 Whatever you choose, 596 00:40:54,535 --> 00:40:56,370 you must live with it forever. 597 00:40:58,289 --> 00:40:59,415 We all will. 598 00:41:33,949 --> 00:41:37,161 We shall find you a dress that cannot be ignored. 599 00:41:37,244 --> 00:41:40,122 Lord Stotter will have no choice but to propose. 600 00:41:43,709 --> 00:41:45,669 I did not realize I was a jester. 601 00:41:46,879 --> 00:41:48,214 Apologies, Mama. 602 00:41:48,297 --> 00:41:51,592 It… It is only the thought of a mere dress so bewitching 603 00:41:51,675 --> 00:41:53,844 that a gentleman loses his free will. 604 00:41:53,928 --> 00:41:55,846 Must be quite the magical dress indeed. 605 00:41:55,930 --> 00:41:57,932 It will be, when I wear it. 606 00:41:58,015 --> 00:41:59,975 I look forward to seeing it. 607 00:42:00,059 --> 00:42:02,895 In fact, I think it wise you stay behind today. 608 00:42:02,978 --> 00:42:05,814 Your sister and I will have a lengthy appointment at the modiste, 609 00:42:06,398 --> 00:42:08,943 and then we may speak to the magistrate afterwards 610 00:42:09,026 --> 00:42:11,278 to see if he has heard any word of Sophie 611 00:42:11,362 --> 00:42:13,072 or my shoe clips being pawned. 612 00:42:13,781 --> 00:42:17,284 I am certain you will enjoy some time here. 613 00:42:17,993 --> 00:42:18,994 Undisturbed. 614 00:42:32,883 --> 00:42:36,554 Well, I should be leaving now to check on the household orders. 615 00:42:36,637 --> 00:42:37,805 Um… 616 00:42:37,888 --> 00:42:39,932 Shall I get you anything while I am out? 617 00:42:40,015 --> 00:42:42,560 -No. Thank you, Varley. -Mm. 618 00:42:42,643 --> 00:42:44,687 I should like to take the afternoon to read. 619 00:42:44,770 --> 00:42:45,896 Mm. 620 00:42:46,522 --> 00:42:47,606 In private. 621 00:43:23,392 --> 00:43:25,019 Miss Posy? 622 00:43:26,562 --> 00:43:29,231 Shall I have some tea prepared for you? 623 00:43:41,201 --> 00:43:42,995 Posy! What are you doing here? 624 00:43:43,078 --> 00:43:44,079 Sophie. 625 00:43:46,123 --> 00:43:47,499 Oh. 626 00:43:48,083 --> 00:43:50,002 I escaped out the drawing room window. 627 00:43:50,085 --> 00:43:52,046 I did not want to risk the servants seeing. 628 00:43:52,129 --> 00:43:54,173 Then when I arrived, I told that handsome footman 629 00:43:54,256 --> 00:43:56,050 I misplaced my glove when we came for tea. 630 00:43:56,133 --> 00:43:57,676 As he went to look, I ran up here. 631 00:43:57,760 --> 00:44:00,512 I assumed your room would be in the attic, like most ladies' maids, 632 00:44:00,596 --> 00:44:03,641 though I had to check in three different rooms before I found yours, 633 00:44:03,724 --> 00:44:05,643 and thank goodness no one else was up here. 634 00:44:05,726 --> 00:44:08,687 I do not believe I have ever felt so exhilarated in my… 635 00:44:09,688 --> 00:44:12,358 I am rambling, and I do not have time. 636 00:44:12,441 --> 00:44:14,777 I came to warn you that we have moved in next door, 637 00:44:14,860 --> 00:44:16,695 and my mama is intent on finding you. 638 00:44:16,779 --> 00:44:19,323 She doesn't know you live here as I have covered for you, 639 00:44:19,406 --> 00:44:21,825 but she means to have you arrested for the shoe clips. 640 00:44:26,372 --> 00:44:28,874 And she will surely find me if I stay in Mayfair, 641 00:44:28,957 --> 00:44:31,001 even if I leave Bridgerton House. 642 00:44:32,044 --> 00:44:35,172 I am so sorry, Sophie. The shoe clips are my fault. 643 00:44:36,632 --> 00:44:39,968 It was very brave of you to come. Thank you, but you must get back. 644 00:44:41,470 --> 00:44:42,471 I… 645 00:44:43,180 --> 00:44:45,557 I wish I had said this to you before, 646 00:44:45,641 --> 00:44:49,353 but the things she has always said about you, about your mother… 647 00:44:50,187 --> 00:44:52,356 They are cruel and untrue. 648 00:44:53,649 --> 00:44:54,900 That is kind of you to say. 649 00:44:54,983 --> 00:44:57,319 I would not have survived in that house without you. 650 00:44:57,820 --> 00:45:00,531 You were always so kind and courageous. 651 00:45:01,740 --> 00:45:04,368 You have the strongest will of anyone I have ever known. 652 00:45:04,993 --> 00:45:07,162 Perhaps you get that from your mother. 653 00:45:12,209 --> 00:45:13,711 There is a job in the Americas. 654 00:45:13,794 --> 00:45:16,046 It will keep me safe from your mother. 655 00:45:16,130 --> 00:45:19,049 I will be on a ship in two days, and, with any luck, 656 00:45:19,133 --> 00:45:21,343 she and I shall never see each other again. 657 00:45:23,137 --> 00:45:24,388 I will miss you. 658 00:45:29,351 --> 00:45:31,061 Do not let her get the better of you. 659 00:45:31,145 --> 00:45:33,272 You have a strong will of your own. 660 00:45:35,149 --> 00:45:36,150 Now go. 661 00:45:54,960 --> 00:45:56,587 Are you going to play something? 662 00:45:58,297 --> 00:45:59,131 Benedict. 663 00:46:00,215 --> 00:46:02,134 I did not realize you were here. 664 00:46:04,428 --> 00:46:06,138 I wanted to see 665 00:46:06,722 --> 00:46:07,765 how you are. 666 00:46:09,349 --> 00:46:12,561 You have already taken on more than enough by tending to the estate. 667 00:46:12,644 --> 00:46:13,729 Mm. 668 00:46:15,981 --> 00:46:19,735 I should have compelled Mr. Dundas to delay the examination. 669 00:46:19,818 --> 00:46:22,196 I am sorry I could not do more. 670 00:46:22,780 --> 00:46:25,032 It would not have changed the outcome. 671 00:46:27,201 --> 00:46:29,870 John wished for a child, and I could not give him one. 672 00:46:44,468 --> 00:46:47,095 -You are rather good. -Mm… This is all I know. 673 00:46:48,680 --> 00:46:51,767 When you were very young, I would play this to make you laugh. 674 00:46:53,143 --> 00:46:54,853 I hoped it might still work. 675 00:46:57,189 --> 00:46:59,608 You should have pursued pianoforte. 676 00:47:01,527 --> 00:47:03,362 One of many things. 677 00:47:04,488 --> 00:47:07,324 You do not give yourself enough credit, Benedict. 678 00:47:07,825 --> 00:47:08,867 Nor do you. 679 00:47:12,746 --> 00:47:14,790 John may have wanted a child, 680 00:47:15,916 --> 00:47:19,253 but above all else, he wanted you. 681 00:47:19,962 --> 00:47:21,505 It was plain as day 682 00:47:22,005 --> 00:47:25,008 to anyone around you how much joy you brought him. 683 00:47:26,927 --> 00:47:29,555 You lit up his entire world. 684 00:47:35,018 --> 00:47:37,729 Trust me. It was almost insufferable for the rest of us. 685 00:47:37,813 --> 00:47:39,314 Ah. 686 00:47:44,987 --> 00:47:46,989 Mm-hm. 687 00:48:11,221 --> 00:48:12,264 I thought 688 00:48:13,599 --> 00:48:16,685 doing things the… proper way 689 00:48:16,768 --> 00:48:19,229 made it the correct way. 690 00:48:20,188 --> 00:48:23,859 I thought if I acted as though I was fine, I would be. 691 00:48:24,943 --> 00:48:27,029 But I am exhausted. 692 00:48:28,030 --> 00:48:29,865 I should like to feel some joy. 693 00:48:32,242 --> 00:48:34,202 I want to celebrate John's life. 694 00:48:35,245 --> 00:48:36,830 Will you help me? 695 00:48:40,292 --> 00:48:42,419 What do you mean, you lost her? 696 00:48:42,502 --> 00:48:45,172 Well, she must have climbed out of the window, ma'am. 697 00:48:45,839 --> 00:48:48,342 I mean, how was I to know the girl possessed such agility? 698 00:48:48,425 --> 00:48:51,386 You were supposed to follow her to see if she would lead us to Sophie. 699 00:48:54,681 --> 00:48:56,558 Posy. How was your day? 700 00:48:57,768 --> 00:48:58,977 Well spent, was it? 701 00:49:00,228 --> 00:49:03,065 I suppose so. I read a novel. 702 00:49:11,156 --> 00:49:12,574 I wish to speak to you. 703 00:49:23,293 --> 00:49:24,419 I owe you an apology. 704 00:49:24,503 --> 00:49:27,839 I've let my distress about Sophie and the season get the better of me, 705 00:49:27,923 --> 00:49:31,677 and, at times, perhaps I have unfairly vented my frustrations on you. 706 00:49:33,679 --> 00:49:37,307 Yes, well, I've grown quite accustomed to it. 707 00:49:37,391 --> 00:49:39,142 It started long before Sophie left. 708 00:49:43,981 --> 00:49:45,774 I was much like you when I was younger. 709 00:49:45,857 --> 00:49:48,443 It is obviously Rosamund who is most similar to you. 710 00:49:48,527 --> 00:49:52,197 Now. But before my debut, before the marriage mart… 711 00:49:53,490 --> 00:49:54,408 I was like you. 712 00:49:55,158 --> 00:49:57,244 Joyful. Optimistic. 713 00:49:57,786 --> 00:49:59,413 Unconcerned with propriety. 714 00:50:01,206 --> 00:50:02,499 Clumsy. 715 00:50:02,582 --> 00:50:04,209 I was lucky your father chose me, 716 00:50:04,292 --> 00:50:06,795 considering I hardly knew how to curtsy properly. 717 00:50:09,381 --> 00:50:10,382 And then he died. 718 00:50:11,258 --> 00:50:13,218 Do you know what it is like for a young lady 719 00:50:13,301 --> 00:50:16,221 with two small girls to reenter the marriage mart? 720 00:50:17,139 --> 00:50:19,016 I was already damaged goods, 721 00:50:19,099 --> 00:50:21,518 so I could not afford a single misstep. 722 00:50:22,102 --> 00:50:24,062 I had to be perfect in every way. 723 00:50:24,896 --> 00:50:26,982 I was lucky to find a second match. 724 00:50:27,065 --> 00:50:29,067 A love match at that. 725 00:50:31,111 --> 00:50:33,030 But then Sophie appeared. 726 00:50:33,822 --> 00:50:37,117 And once again, I could not produce an heir. 727 00:50:38,285 --> 00:50:39,870 And then he died as well. 728 00:50:40,454 --> 00:50:41,371 Mama. 729 00:50:44,791 --> 00:50:46,418 Do not feel sorry for me. 730 00:50:48,628 --> 00:50:52,090 I clearly carry some kind of curse. 731 00:50:56,219 --> 00:50:59,139 But I refuse to pass it down to you and Rosamund, 732 00:50:59,222 --> 00:51:01,349 which is why I insist on perfection. 733 00:51:02,559 --> 00:51:06,772 And this match with Lord Stotter, if your sister can see it through, 734 00:51:07,564 --> 00:51:09,816 it may be the tide that raises all our boats. 735 00:51:13,904 --> 00:51:18,533 But not if Lord Stotter were ever to find out about our connection to Sophie, 736 00:51:18,617 --> 00:51:22,412 that you and Rosamund were both raised with a bastard child at your side. 737 00:51:22,996 --> 00:51:25,290 She is the stain on our name, Posy. 738 00:51:25,373 --> 00:51:28,168 The thought that she's been at Bridgerton House all this time, 739 00:51:28,251 --> 00:51:31,838 seducing the man that your sister had her heart set on… 740 00:51:33,715 --> 00:51:37,969 I thought we confirmed that she is not at Bridgerton House. 741 00:51:38,053 --> 00:51:39,513 I thought so as well. 742 00:51:40,847 --> 00:51:43,225 But Varley saw her at the market today 743 00:51:44,184 --> 00:51:46,603 wearing a Bridgerton House uniform. 744 00:51:50,065 --> 00:51:52,109 You need not go after her, Mama. 745 00:51:52,192 --> 00:51:54,111 She is leaving for the Americas. 746 00:51:54,194 --> 00:51:57,572 She will leave Bridgerton House soon, and you can forget all about her. 747 00:52:00,325 --> 00:52:01,368 I see. 748 00:52:14,047 --> 00:52:16,216 What am I to do without you? 749 00:52:16,299 --> 00:52:20,178 I cannot believe you are abandoning us for Penwood House. 750 00:52:20,262 --> 00:52:23,515 Who will help me keep this one in line if you are gone? 751 00:52:24,015 --> 00:52:26,601 Somehow I think you will be up to the task. 752 00:52:34,401 --> 00:52:36,319 What? Do not give me that look. 753 00:52:36,403 --> 00:52:38,780 Not when you are still pretending to go to Penwood House 754 00:52:38,864 --> 00:52:41,074 rather than departing for the Americas tomorrow. 755 00:52:41,158 --> 00:52:43,827 Shh. It will only make saying goodbye that much harder, 756 00:52:43,910 --> 00:52:47,706 and I do not want to detract from Lady Kilmartin's event tonight. 757 00:52:47,789 --> 00:52:50,876 -When must you leave? -Whilst the Bridgertons are out. 758 00:52:50,959 --> 00:52:54,129 I am to aid my new employers in finishing their packing this evening. 759 00:52:54,212 --> 00:52:57,257 What about your mother's necklace? You said you could not leave it. 760 00:52:57,340 --> 00:53:01,344 In many ways, I think I wore it all these years not to honor her, 761 00:53:02,179 --> 00:53:04,181 but as a reminder of her mistakes. 762 00:53:05,557 --> 00:53:08,185 Perhaps it is time to let it go and leave the past with it. 763 00:53:08,268 --> 00:53:10,687 You can do that without crossing the ocean, you know. 764 00:53:11,271 --> 00:53:13,815 I must get the ladies ready for the festivities. 765 00:53:34,419 --> 00:53:36,588 Thank you all for coming. 766 00:53:39,925 --> 00:53:43,178 It has been a harrowing set of days, to say the least. 767 00:53:43,261 --> 00:53:46,097 But tonight, let us do away with grief 768 00:53:46,181 --> 00:53:48,642 and remember the remarkable man that John was. 769 00:53:49,434 --> 00:53:50,560 I shall go first. 770 00:53:51,478 --> 00:53:55,523 John was my greatest friend and partner in mischief since birth. 771 00:53:56,316 --> 00:53:58,777 He was genuine, determined, 772 00:53:58,860 --> 00:54:01,821 and had patience fit for a saint to tolerate my nature. 773 00:54:01,905 --> 00:54:04,616 More like the patience of ten saints. 774 00:54:07,285 --> 00:54:08,703 He was my guiding light, 775 00:54:09,287 --> 00:54:10,288 my compass. 776 00:54:10,914 --> 00:54:14,751 We were opposite ends of the pendulum, yet somehow we balanced each other. 777 00:54:15,335 --> 00:54:19,172 I will miss you, dear cousin, more than you will ever know. 778 00:54:24,886 --> 00:54:26,429 Do not feel obligated, 779 00:54:26,513 --> 00:54:29,307 but if anyone would like to speak… 780 00:54:31,601 --> 00:54:35,063 To John. A kinder gentleman, I have never known. 781 00:54:37,190 --> 00:54:40,068 I always admired how deliberate John was. 782 00:54:40,151 --> 00:54:42,696 He thought through everything with such care. 783 00:54:43,196 --> 00:54:46,241 Unless you got some brandy in him, in which case, look out. 784 00:54:49,327 --> 00:54:51,496 He was exceptionally nimble-footed. 785 00:54:51,579 --> 00:54:54,165 You should have seen him climbing trees as a boy. 786 00:54:54,749 --> 00:54:58,461 Went up so high, I feared we would never get him down again. 787 00:55:01,298 --> 00:55:03,717 John may have been a man of few words, but… 788 00:55:04,551 --> 00:55:06,553 he saved them for when they counted the most. 789 00:55:07,470 --> 00:55:11,308 He knew the power of a gesture, that actions speak louder. 790 00:55:12,267 --> 00:55:15,437 He showed his heart with the love he gave to Fran, 791 00:55:16,271 --> 00:55:17,314 to all of us. 792 00:55:18,231 --> 00:55:21,651 He shall be missed dearly, but never forgotten. 793 00:55:23,737 --> 00:55:25,530 -To John. -To John. 794 00:55:25,613 --> 00:55:26,573 To John. 795 00:55:27,157 --> 00:55:30,285 -Now, perhaps we might-- -I would like to speak. 796 00:55:38,877 --> 00:55:40,045 It seems… 797 00:55:42,505 --> 00:55:43,673 inconceivable 798 00:55:44,466 --> 00:55:46,718 that he is gone. 799 00:55:48,762 --> 00:55:50,597 I had our entire lives planned. 800 00:55:50,680 --> 00:55:53,141 I thought I knew exactly what the future held, 801 00:55:54,059 --> 00:55:55,143 and now… 802 00:55:56,269 --> 00:55:57,854 It was only a headache. 803 00:55:57,937 --> 00:56:00,482 How could a headache take my husband away? 804 00:56:01,107 --> 00:56:03,610 For days, all I could think was how it is not fair. 805 00:56:03,693 --> 00:56:07,447 John was a good man. He deserved a better fate, a longer life. 806 00:56:09,074 --> 00:56:11,117 But that is not how I wish to remember him. 807 00:56:14,079 --> 00:56:17,832 It is quite something to spend your entire life feeling like you are somehow 808 00:56:18,375 --> 00:56:19,751 out of place. 809 00:56:19,834 --> 00:56:24,047 And then to meet someone who understands you before you even say a word. 810 00:56:25,423 --> 00:56:26,591 Someone whose 811 00:56:27,509 --> 00:56:30,387 singular qualities match your own. 812 00:56:31,262 --> 00:56:34,015 Whose kindness makes you feel warm. 813 00:56:35,308 --> 00:56:37,727 Who can read your mind from across a whole room. 814 00:56:39,062 --> 00:56:42,065 John was more than my husband. He was my truest friend. 815 00:56:42,732 --> 00:56:44,025 And I may 816 00:56:44,109 --> 00:56:47,487 ache at present, but… 817 00:56:49,489 --> 00:56:51,699 the good John brought into my life, 818 00:56:51,783 --> 00:56:55,453 that bond, that understanding, love, 819 00:56:55,537 --> 00:56:58,039 far outweighs any pain I feel right now. 820 00:56:59,416 --> 00:57:00,875 I would not change it. 821 00:57:01,543 --> 00:57:02,627 For anything. 822 00:57:04,295 --> 00:57:05,380 To my husband. 823 00:57:18,309 --> 00:57:21,646 I thought I might perform a Scottish Highland dance 824 00:57:21,729 --> 00:57:23,690 that John and I learned as children. 825 00:57:25,108 --> 00:57:27,569 Fran, will you join me? 826 00:57:28,236 --> 00:57:29,779 -Yes. Yes. -Go on, dear. 827 00:57:29,863 --> 00:57:31,364 Go on, my dear. Go. 828 00:57:33,908 --> 00:57:35,243 Follow my lead. 829 00:57:35,326 --> 00:57:38,204 Right. This is the stag, everyone. 830 00:57:44,210 --> 00:57:47,505 Wonderful. Wonderful. 831 00:57:47,589 --> 00:57:50,300 Right, then we'll go into spinning. And spin. 832 00:57:52,260 --> 00:57:53,887 Right. Arms. Arms. 833 00:57:53,970 --> 00:57:56,347 What? Do not leave us up here dancing alone. 834 00:57:56,431 --> 00:57:57,599 Grab a partner. 835 00:57:57,682 --> 00:58:00,894 -Come on. Pair up. Put your drinks down. -Mother. 836 00:58:00,977 --> 00:58:03,897 Get into the stag, everyone. 837 00:58:03,980 --> 00:58:05,940 One, two, three, four. 838 00:58:07,484 --> 00:58:10,361 Wonderful. And spin! 839 00:58:13,198 --> 00:58:15,575 Lovely! Arms! 840 00:58:18,203 --> 00:58:19,204 Switch! 841 00:58:20,997 --> 00:58:22,582 Back to the beginning! 842 00:58:22,665 --> 00:58:25,835 Stag! And let's go! 843 00:58:32,383 --> 00:58:33,676 And spin! 844 00:58:37,013 --> 00:58:38,932 Switch partners! 845 00:58:39,766 --> 00:58:40,725 Thank you. 846 00:58:53,446 --> 00:58:55,323 -Excuse me, Mother. -Where are you going? 847 00:58:55,406 --> 00:58:57,784 There is something I have to take care of at Bridgeton House. 848 00:58:57,867 --> 00:59:00,787 -It could not wait? -I have waited long enough already. 849 00:59:01,371 --> 00:59:02,413 Wait. 850 00:59:03,581 --> 00:59:05,500 I have left something for you in your desk. 851 00:59:05,583 --> 00:59:07,210 It was my grandmother's. 852 00:59:10,129 --> 00:59:11,256 Go. 853 01:01:23,930 --> 01:01:24,806 Sophie. 854 01:01:51,082 --> 01:01:52,500 Is Sophie down here? 855 01:01:52,583 --> 01:01:56,337 Mr. Bridgerton, is everything all right? Whatever you need, we can bring it to you. 856 01:01:56,421 --> 01:01:59,632 -Has she departed for Penwood House? -Yes. Sir, I believe she has just left. 857 01:01:59,716 --> 01:02:02,301 Then I will need my horse so that I might ride there at once. 858 01:02:02,385 --> 01:02:05,930 -Right away, Mr. Bridgerton. -Wait! I mean, pardon me, sir. 859 01:02:06,013 --> 01:02:07,598 But Sophie is not at Penwood House. 860 01:02:07,682 --> 01:02:10,935 She accepted another position with a family moving to the Americas. 861 01:02:11,018 --> 01:02:13,062 The Americas? Are you certain? 862 01:02:13,146 --> 01:02:15,606 She went to stay with them. They plan to board a ship at dawn. 863 01:02:15,690 --> 01:02:18,192 -What is the name of the family? -I'm afraid I do not know, sir. 864 01:02:18,276 --> 01:02:19,444 She would not tell me. 865 01:02:25,241 --> 01:02:26,492 Sophie Baek. 866 01:02:26,576 --> 01:02:29,537 Constable, this is the thief I was telling you about. 867 01:02:29,620 --> 01:02:32,540 Fortunately, we no longer have to disturb the Bridgertons. 868 01:02:32,623 --> 01:02:35,293 -I shall take that. -Place your hands behind your back. 869 01:02:35,960 --> 01:02:38,963 No. Please, sir, this is a terrible mistake. I shall explain. 870 01:02:39,046 --> 01:02:41,966 Sophie Baek, you are hereby arrested on suspicion of thievery 871 01:02:42,049 --> 01:02:43,968 and of impersonating nobility. 872 01:02:44,051 --> 01:02:45,720 Wait. Wait, no. No. 873 01:02:45,803 --> 01:02:47,764 Araminta. Araminta! 874 01:02:48,264 --> 01:02:49,766 Do not-- Araminta… 875 01:02:51,434 --> 01:02:52,977 Araminta, please! 876 01:03:05,907 --> 01:03:07,033 Sophie!