Dad, can you drop into the surgery later?
Thank you. What's, is the place falling apart without me?
No. I just wanted, er... I wanted to...
Spit it out, son.
We need to talk about the paternity test.
And you thought you'd tell me that here?
Dad... Shane.
He was always a joy in the mornings.
Yeah. I usually wait till he's had two coffees.
I think I'd make it four now, just to be on the safe side.
You know, I always wanted a brother,
but seeing you two of you together, I'm starting to change my mind.
My Larry hated being an only child. You have a son?
Had. He died.
What happened? He drowned.
I'm sorry. Long time ago.
I can't wait to actually start working proper as a mechanic again.
No offence to you, or anything.
But yeah, actually, er, Ray was telling me that, erm,
Paul paid for Michael to do some advanced course in Bolton Street.
So I reckon he might let me.
Da? What?
Alright, Wayne.
Did I... Did I do something to him? Excuse me for a second.
Wayne?
I wanna know how she's doing.
Please. You're unbelievable. You know that?
I still care for her. Yeah, of course you do.
Hey. Can I have, er...
Is, er... Is he alright? Well, no, it's nothing.
It didn't look like nothing.
We're all just a bit on edge about Dolores at the moment, that's all.
Now, listen to me.
You don't let Paul Brennan take advantage of you, alright?
Have you not been listening to me? I said I'm excited to start the job.
Meaning it's going to be grand. Oh, yeah, right. Yeah, of course.
Come on, you two. We're already late.
See you later, OK, love? Bye, love.
Come on, guys. I have to tell Jo something.
Tell me this evening. I'll be back as soon as I can.
Don't forget to collect the nibbles for the launch tomorrow evening.
Why are you doing it in the evening? To catch people on their way home.
Jo? How am I supposed to get everything ready?
You have most of it done already.
Have you seen the state of the place? Jo?
Just a second, Zoe. Once Damien has finished, it'll all come together.
But... Hang on a second now, love.
Jo, you're stressing yourself out for no reason.
We're all here to help you, OK?
It is going to be all hands on deck tonight to get the place shipshape.
I can't. I've got rehearsals after school.
You forgot, didn't you? No, no, of course not.
No. No, we meant after that. Yeah, er, we'll pick you both up.
But I'm finished at the normal time.
Look, we'll sort something out, JO. Maybe Charlie can pick him up.
Come on, lads, we better run. See ya. Bye.
No. I know.
I know.
Listen...
Ma, I have got to go, yeah?
I know. I know. OK, bye.
How's Rose?
(SIGHS) Honestly, how long was I on the phone? 20 minutes?
I don't think she stopped for breath once.
Will I put on the kettle? Yeah.
Here, what do you think of that? It's that new Indian place.
It sounds great. And look, they've got that coupon deal,
where you get three courses for the price of one. Will we give it a go?
What's the catch? Nothing.
I just thought it might be nice.
You know she's decided to wage war on the neighbours now?
The Murphys. Apparently, they put out the bins on the wrong day.
So she's been putting notes through their letter box.
You can imagine how that went down. Right. So, will I book it, then?
We're already going on holidays. So we can't go out for dinner?
No, but we have to save up to go away.
Have you booked anything yet? No, but I've been thinking about it.
Anyway, it doesn't matter. It was just an idea.
I'll make your tea.
(KNOCKING)
Sorry. Jackie's still waiting for her appointment.
I didn't know you were the new receptionist.
Fine. Next time, I'll leave her waiting.
Thanks, Ama. I'd be lost without you.
Jackie. Sorry to keep you waiting. No problem.
Take a seat.
So, I've gone through your records and everything seems fine,
but before I give you your new prescription,
There's just some things that we need to go through first. OK.
It'll take a while for you to get used to the new medication.
While you are, it's important you stay clear of stressful situations.
No running into war zones for the foreseeable future.
I think I can manage that.
I really just want to get back on an even keel.
I've even started doing some of my old CBT techniques. Great.
You have your family with you now. Are they a good support?
Absolutely, yeah. They all know my history.
And work?
I have a job I love. I've just got a promotion.
Does that mean you've taken on extra responsibility?
Oh, nothing I can't handle.
We can consider delaying the medication
until you settle into your routine. I mean, it's up to you. No.
No, I'm fine.
I know you have a lot of questions to ask,
but I've been here before.
OK. Well, you certainly seem on top of things,
but if that changes, you'll contact me? Of course.
Right, er, I have to pick up a few bits and bobs.
I'll be back in a minute, yeah? So long as everything is done on time.
Yes, Jo.
Hey, Damien. Alright?
Dermot. I've done up a list, right,
of everything that still needs to be done.
See the green? That's all your stuff.
Well, hello to you, too.
Right. 12:30, cash and carry.
And we still need to get the detergent.
I have a few jobs to do for the Community Centre, Jo,
so I'll do it after, alright?
Maybe I can get there before the florist.
But then I'm never going to get across town again.
I will get it done, just later. I promise.
Don't worry about the timetable.
Dermot. It has taken me ages to do up this timetable.
Now, don't you go off doing things on your own. I'm not.
Without this timetable, everything falls apart.
OK, you're the boss. Don't worry.
I will make sure everything is good to go. Trust me.
Now, I suppose now is not a good time to tell you
that Zoe needs a new costume for her school concert?
What? As in, we need to supply? When did you find this out?
This morning. Her teacher gave me a note. Oh.
Hey. Hey. Oh. Hi, Niamh.
How's everything going? Great, yeah. Great.
Good. I've just called in to see if you needed a hand with anything.
Well, actually... No, no, no. But thank you, Niamh.
When I was doing the launch for the salon,
I didn't think I'd get everything done.
You'll say a few words, won't you?
Me? Yeah, I thought it might be nice.
Two successful business women supporting each other.
Oh, no, Jo. Seriously. I thought it would just be
a couple of glasses of fizz and a few crisps.
Oh.
Well, what I mean is, you're the lady of the day.
It should be you making the speeches.
Actually, I want to talk to you about my speech.
I've had a few ideas. Great.
Is that on the list? Yes, it is.
Why don't the two of you go to Vino's to talk it through?
I'll look after everything here, yeah?
Yeah, that's a great idea. OK.
And, er, don't forget that list.
See you, Dermot. See ya.
Thanks.
Right... here you go. That should be everything for now.
Perfect. Thanks. Thanks, Jackie.
How's she doing?
Are we not giving you enough to do? I just meant...
Can you do an audit of the medicines we have in?
It doesn't look like it's been done for a while.
Fine. Whatever you say.
3.61? For that? Are they kidding?
Sure, you could make it for half the price.
Katy likes this one.
Katy? Are you doing her shopping for her now?
No. She's coming for dinner tonight.
I suppose she's sick of eating rubbish in her place.
It couldn't be that she wants to see us.
When we were kids, there was none of this stuff in jars.
E numbers. What are they about? Do you want to do the shopping for me?
And have you complain I made a bags of it? No, thanks.
What, so you'll just stick to the running commentary, then?
You asked me to come along. I'm wondering why now.
Sorry, love. I have to take this. Hey, Carol, what's the story?
Grand, yeah. No problem. Where's the pick-up?
OK. On the way.
Never take your husband shopping with you.
It's not worth the hassle.
We've all been there. Well, you know what Eoghan's like.
I don't know.
I suppose most people go through this when their kids leave home?
Well, it's easy to get stuck in a rut when they fly the nest.
Yeah, well, we're supposed to be going on holidays.
Oh, well! You should make the most of it.
Yeah. Thanks.
Hiya, Jim. Renee.
You must be enjoying having Shane around.
It's been a while since we've been in the same place.
He was asking me about you and Bob last night.
I'm sure you're going to tell me all about it.
I just wondered if anything had happened?
Nothing you need to worry about.
Well, I hope you're not missing me terribly in there.
Hello, Jim.
I hope my son's not working you too hard.
No, not at all.
So you won't be eating at your desk, then?
Oh, I offered to work through.
He wants me to do an audit of the medicine stock.
Oh. What did you do to deserve that?
Don't tell me you had a falling out already?
I think he's having a bad day. Really?
Please don't tell him I said that to you.
I'll call in later. You don't have to do that.
Apparently I do.
Do you know what the story is with me da and Dolores, no?
No. There's something weird going on there.
He's in a foul humour. Him and Wayne.
But he was trying to say that it's nothing, but I don't believe him.
He's fine. Are you sure you don't want me to make that?
I was thinking maybe you could go and ask him is he alright, or...
I know it's mostly about me, but... Will you just let me do it, please?
You're making a hames of it.
Thanks. Are you not having anything yourself?
No. Er, yeah, but you should definitely talk to Da, though.
There's definitely up there. Yeah, I don't think it's my place.
Of course it is. Why wouldn't it be?
Ah, Dermot. Oh, how are you, Charlie?
Oh, we were supposed to meet up, weren't we?
Charlie, I completely lost track of time.
I am so sorry. Yes, well, I can see you're very busy.
Yeah, it's just, er, trying to get this place ready for tomorrow.
It's been a bit chaotic, you know? We could have our meeting here.
Or we can reschedule if you prefer.
Well... if you don't mind me working while we talk.
And, er, apologies for the noise.
I was just getting the machines ready for tomorrow as well.
Listen, did you get a chance to look over those projections
for the next three months? Yes, they all seem to be in order,
but I still think we need to look at a few cutbacks. Oh.
Oh.
That's not supposed to happen.
What are you after doing? I don't know, Damien.
I was just checking the machines. Is it the trip switch?
I'll take a look.
Oh, Damien, tell me you can fix it.
Hi. Hi.
So, you're not rushed off your feet, then?
Ama gave me the impression you were struggling. Did she?
Thanks, Jim. She was concerned. She's like that.
You'll get used to it. Do you want to come inside?
Whatever she told you, I'm fine.
So, this has nothing to do with you wanting a paternity test?
Did you know Bob had a son that died?
He told me. So?
Was he my brother? I need to know.
Would it make a difference? Yeah.
You had to know I'd want answers.
If you don't do this, I'll ask Bob.
Do you really want to open that can of worms?
The ball's in your court now.
Why would I care who my father is, right?
I'm your father. Then take the test.
I don't need to. And neither do you.
Dad...
How are you, Dolores?
Come on, Ma, we'll get you upstairs, huh?
I know I'm not your most favourite person at the moment,
but I wanted to see you. Now's not a good time, OK?
I just want to talk to her, Wayne, OK?
Yeah, well, my ma doesn't want to listen. OK?
Wayne.
We've been through so much together and... I love you.
I'm not giving up on us. I just wanted you to know that.
Don't start feeling sorry for him. I'm not.
Come on. You can read a story to Junior. Come on.
Hot chocolate. Hot chocolate? Dermot!
When you rang, you said it had to do with work.
Huh? And I was in the middle of writing my speech.
I thought you deserved something nice. You've been working so hard.
That's very nice of you, darling, but there's lots to do.
Just ten minutes. You're too stressed, love.
You need a break from that place.
We're just wasting time. Where are the kids?
Well, Charlie has Ben.
And he's going to be picking Zoe up later, too.
Right. So we should be back at work.
Humour me.
Right. Did you manage to get everything done on that list?
Sorry. Jo...
Damien!
Damien, I just wanted to say a big thank you for all your hard work.
I know I can be a bit of a slave driver.
So, did you get everything finished?
Er, you know, I gave that electrician friend of mine a call,
and he'll be with you as soon as he can.
What? It's nothing to worry about.
Dermot? I was just testing the machines for you.
And they managed to overload the fuse board.
Look, we're going to have to replace some of the wiring.
We're still gonna open tomorrow, yeah? No, I'm sorry, Jo,
but there's not a chance you're gonna be opened up in time.
Er... I'll just take two more of them, actually.
Sure. Cheers.
Hi. Ama.
About earlier...
It's over and done with, as far as I'm concerned.
Are you sure?
Could be worse, you could still have to work with my dad, right?
Well, he's not so bad when you get to know him.
I'll take that on board.
Same goes for your uncle.
And I'll head off now before I say the wrong thing.
No, you don't have to go.
Er, I was going to work late tonight. To get that audit done.
Get some peace and quiet while I'm away, you mean?
I didn't say that.
You could always finish it in the morning.
Your boss wouldn't mind.
Thanks, but if I get it done now, I might just impress him.
Hey. Hey.
There you go. Oh, they look delicious.
Yeah. Katy has a sweet tooth.
You're a good father. Ah, you know.
Here, that's your man, the new doctor?
What's he like? As bad as Doc Senior, is he?
They both have their good points.
Without you nurses, those lads would be completely lost.
They both value me... in their own way.
You're obviously one of the lucky ones.
In my opinion, the nursing profession, totally undervalued.
I hope he's not boring you. Oh, no, not at all.
In fact, it's good to see someone in my corner.
I'll order to take away in a minute. Sure.
See ya. They for tonight?
Yeah, I thought I'd splash out.
You didn't need to. I've everything organised.
I wanted to. I've one more run to do. I'll see you at home. OK.
Don't be late. Alright.
Erm, I phoned earlier. I've an order for O'Brien, dinner for two.
Hi. Hi.
So, what has Robert got to say for himself?
I haven't spoken to him.
If a patient came to you about that test, you'd tell them to do it.
Would I?
I never said I wanted Bob to know.
I'm not changing my mind on this.
I can't force you to do it if you don't want to.
And I'm not going to go to Bob behind your back.
Good.
I, er, got the keys to Charlie's place.
I'm meeting him to go over the lease.
And? I'm moving in, in the morning,
so I'll be out of the surgery for a while if you'd like to fill in.
I know how you get when you're not working.
I was planning on playing a few rounds of golf.
When did you take that up? Isn't that what retired doctors do?
Should we pick you out a spot in Shady Pines as well?
I'll do a few hours.
Just to make sure you're not running the place into the ground.
You're all heart, aren't you? Do you want a coffee?
No, make it something stronger.
Hi. Hi.
I thought you were on the late shift?
Yeah, I am. I just have a break. Right.
And you trekked all the way back here? You're mental.
Oh... sorry. I didn't mean it like that.
Are you alright, anyway?
Jackie?
Yeah, I'm fine.
Are you sure?
Of course I am, yeah.
Just first day nerves. You know what it's like.
Really? I'm loving being back at the garage. It's great craic.
They're lucky to have you.
Tell Paul Brennan that? Any time.
Right, I'll tell you what, you tell Paul, I'll tell your boss then. Deal?
Deal. (PHONE RINGS)
Oh, yeah, I told Da I'd go for a pint with him later.
Shame though, you could've came with us.
You have to go back to work, though. Yeah, I'd only cramp your style.
Ah...
There yous go. Enjoy. Thank you.
Oh, hi. Hello.
Would you like to join us? I'm sure Jim has other plans.
Well, we're honoured.
Get the drinks in, will you?
Charlie was saying that Shane is moving into his old house.
You don't get to keep any secrets around here.
I can see that.
They'll drop them over to us. So, how are you settling in?
Er, good, yeah. I like the area. It'll be nice to have a proper base.
Will you be moving on soon?
You sound like you're in a hurry to get rid of me.
And it was all going so well.
We should leave you to it. No, no. You just sat down.
It's always such a pleasure to spend some quality time with my brother.
Can you two not be civil to each other for five minutes?
Is it really that difficult? Look, this was a bad idea.
We should go No, you stay. I have things to do.
I thought we should do something special,
so I got us dinner from Vino's. What about Katy?
She's not coming.
There's a documentary on I wanted her to see.
I'll watch it with you. You hate documentaries.
Not all of them. And I got her those cakes.
Give them to her tomorrow. They're fresh.
Tell you what, I'll go over and grab her. She's at home, isn't she?
Eoghan. I asked her to not come.
Oh. Why?
I thought it might be nice to make the most
out of having the place to ourselves.
We have that every night. I was looking forward to seeing her.
She's got a lot on, with the Leaving Cert and everything.
Everyone has to eat dinner, Debs.
Go ahead. Is everything alright?
Yeah, it's fine. Have I done something?
No, I just... I felt like relaxing on our own.
OK. OK, we can watch that doco if you're keen.
It's gonna start in a minute.
Sure.
We'll eat in front of the telly, will we?
Great. I'll just text Katy, let her know it's on, yeah?
Debs... grab the cakes.
We'll eat them ourselves, yeah?
I don't even know why we're bothering.
It's not like we're going to be able to open at this rate.
I was trying to help.
Hiya, Charlie. Oh, Charlie. Hello.
Are the kids alright? Oh, yes.
Rachel and Katy are looking after them.
Well, thanks for picking them up. Oh, it was my pleasure.
You know, Zoe is over the moon. Is she?
Well, you must be very proud of her.
Er, yeah, we are. Of both of them.
Well, I mean, it's a big deal,
getting the solo in the school concert. (CHUCKLES)
See ya, Charlie.
Did she say anything to you?
No, she didn't say a word. (SIGHS) Dermot, we never asked.
Oh, what are we doing, love? We'll make it up to her.
No, we've got other people minding our children.
When they're trying to talk to us, we're not listening to them.
I can't do this. Jo...
No, the whole thing with the electricity, that's a sign.
Since when did you start believing all this nonsense? It's true.
Jo, everything is going to be fine.
Dermot, everything is not going to be fine.
We don't even have workable machines. You heard Damien.
This whole thing is just one big mistake.
What about all your hard work?
And now the children are suffering. I know.
Look, I'm going to sort everything. Trust me.
Come on.
Who's there?
Jim. What are you doing?
Nothing.
You're working late.
Shane must be tougher on you than I am.
Does he know you're here? I'm going.
Were you taking morphine?
Is that an accusation?
Jim, if you are, you need help. Do you want me to call Shane?
No, I don't. You need to talk to him about this.
He'd want to help.
I'll see myself out. Jim. Please.
If you don't tell him, I will.
Tell him what?
Goodnight, Ama.
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