Thanks.
I have to get Jack to this party at 11.00.
Did you fancy going out to the sea later on?
I can't really, I should be going to the hospital.
I haven't been in a few days. What, and he hasn't called you?
No. Jack? Jack.
Will you draw a picture there for your little girlfriend?
I think he might have copped on. No.
Good boy.
Carol, I can read him.
He's too messed up to be playing games.
Maybe.
Well, be careful. Bronagh hasn't said anything.
I think it might be better if he heard it when he was in rehab.
He will. But not today.
I'm not just thinking of Dan, I'm thinking of us.
Cos either way, it's stressing you out.
You can un-stress me later.
What if I make dinner for the three of us later on?
Yeah. I've been looking for a man like you for years.
Well, now you've found me.
What?
I don't know why you're still looking at it.
I'm meeting your man in the morning. Deal's done.
What's it gonna be anyway?
One of those discount shops, you know, everything for two Euro.
You're not actually serious? Don't wanna hear it, Jo.
There's two of them already in Balantyne Avenue.
Well, like I say, my man, he's got the cash on the table.
See youse.
(SIGHS)
He makes me so mad.
I mean, would it have killed him to give us one more week?
Ah, even if we had a week,
it wouldn't be enough time to find an investor.
What about that client of yours with the hotel in Athlone?
Well, he might be persuaded, but not by tomorrow.
But you should be talking to him, he's the one you should target.
I'll collect the kids from the Pig. Dermot, would you go on?
Go on, off you go. And think positively.
Right.
Hey, hey. Hey.
I heard you going out hours ago. Yeah.
Were you running all that time?
Stamina building. Bit obsessive, isn't it?
Ah... I might do a marathon. When did you decide that?
Just the other day.
Well, what, the Dublin Marathon? Yeah.
Oh. I'm off, Leo.
The state of you.
He's thinking of running a marathon. I'll be back in a minute.
OK, yeah. Yeah, see ya.
What's wrong with you? Ah, nothing.
Well, I'm off shopping. That's how I get my highs.
Maybe see you later? Yeah, OK.
I'll give you a call, yeah? OK. See ya.
(SIGHS)
I'm nipping out to the chemist. Do you want anything? Nah.
Did you make a decision?
Yeah. But I can't say anything until I've spoken to Max.
Of course not. I'll see you later. See you.
Hiya. Hey.
I, er... I watched some of those fights online.
Yeah, the online clips, they don't really tell the full story.
There aren't even any rounds.
It's just a slog-fest until somebody gets pummelled half to death.
Look, I probably won't even do it. Then what are you training for?
You care, do you? No.
I need somebody that I can rely on,
not somebody who's gonna turn in with their face bashed in.
Hey, hey. What?
I just came in to get the paper.
You're in at 12:00. Don't be late.
Everything OK there, yeah?
Yeah. Why wouldn't it be?
No, Dermot, you not leave a message. You keep trying until you get him.
I'll see you at home later.
Bye, love.
Well, how's it going?
Still grasping at straws. Oh.
Paul won't give us any more time to find an investor.
Well, to be fair, you should decide what you want to open first.
Oh, we know what we want to open. It's a launderette with wi-fi.
The place is perfect for it.
Actually, Jo, that's a very good idea.
It's a brilliant idea.
We've already put out feelers to the local businesses.
Are those machines not very expensive? Yes, they are.
But you can rent them, or... Dermot found this liquidation place
down on Waterford, and you get them for a song there. Right.
Plus, he's done up a three-year proof financial projection
on the place, and in 15 months, we should see a healthy profit.
Sounds like you've done your research. Yeah, but what's the point?
Paul is going to lease it out to these Euro people in the morning.
What will that do for the area?
Have you not shown him your business plan? He's not interested.
Just the fast buck. I'm sorry, but there it is.
Kids, we have to go soon.
Why don't you tell Niamh your ideas for the new business?
Oh, yeah. We could open up a children's library
and donate some of our books. And we could have board games.
You see? It's a great idea.
Tag. You're it.
When is he, er, signing this lease?
In the morning.
Right.
I know that it would work.
Yeah, well, don't lose heart, Jo. Leave it with me.
I'll see you later, alright? Thanks, Niamh.
You look tired.
Well, bad journey. How are you?
I'm not gonna go, Max.
Say something.
I thought that's what you'd decide.
Listen to me, it's... No.
Really, I... I understand.
I don't even know if it's the right decision.
It is.
And... I know it wasn't an easy one.
I'm gonna miss you.
We're solid, Farrah. I know we are.
(SIGHS) But, look, your life there is important.
I'll come visit. I'm counting the days.
We can do this. I promise.
Max... Look, I'll... I'll Skype you later.
Yeah. OK.
I love you, darling. I love you, too.
Bye. Bye.
(KNOCKING AT DOOR)
Hi.
I got you that moisturiser you like.
I'm not gonna go. Oh, sweetheart. Oh, come here.
Oh.
Good coffee.
Thanks for coming in. Don't have to thank me.
I want to be here.
How's Jack? He's great.
What was wrong with him?
How do you mean?
Robbie said he was sick.
Oh, yeah, he's over that now.
He's with Rachel, off his head on chocolate.
I brought him to one of those birthday parties earlier on,
where there's a bouncy castle and they all jump
for an hour and a half, stuff themselves with sugar
Sounds like heaven for a four-year-old. (LAUGHS)
Till they puke in the car. You're not putting me off.
I'm really looking forward to our life together. Yeah.
(PHONE RINGS) Oh.
It's my work phone. I'll take it outside, alright?
You wouldn't mind putting that in recycling, would you? Sure.
It's just in the corridor. Hello?
Carol's Cabs.
Yeah.
Do you want to get some fresh air?
Actually, I'm... I'm a bit tired, to be honest.
Alright. I might just get some sleep.
Yeah, OK. Well, I'll be back in to see you again soon, alright?
That'd be great. OK.
Give Jack a hug from me. I will.
See ya, Dan. See ya.
Thanks for the lunch, love. It was very tasty.
You're very welcome. Yeah.
Well, I'm glad you took my advice for once and gave Dean the job.
He's good.
You keep him. Alright? OK.
See ya. See ya.
OK, look, you were right.
I'm training because I want to fight, and yeah, I know I shouldn't.
Then why do it? Because I'm good at it and I can make a lot of money.
You could make money as a chef.
Yeah, but it's not like that. I get the crazy high from this.
You never think of the train-wreck you leave behind?
The fighters get into this knowing what's ahead of them.
I'm talking about your family.
People that have to live with this nasty hobby and worry about you.
I'm not an addict. Then stop.
Seen the injuries on a rugby pitch?
Criminals don't organise rugby matches. It's not like that.
Oh, look, you're gonna have an answer for everything.
And by the way, Leo isn't completely daft. He knows something's up.
Can't exactly tell him this though, can I?
And when he gets a phone call to say you're in a coma, or worse?
Hey, Louise.
Give us a takeaway tea when you're ready, will ya? Yeah.
Hey, Robbie. How's Dan getting on?
Ah, he's a... a battler. He'll get through it.
Yeah. Caoimhe was saying you're never out of the hospital.
I'm his mate.
You know, that's what's gonna get him through.
Someone he can trust, no matter what.
You're right.
That's exactly what he needs. Fair play to you.
There we go. Oh. Great stuff, Louise. Thanks.
Here you go.
Perfect. Thanks. Cheers.
Hey, Farrah. Hiya.
We need to get out for a drink before you head off.
Thanks, Damien, but there's a change of plan.
I'm gonna stay here and look after the shop. Oh.
You're not going to Max? We'd hardly see each other.
It's really basic on the quarry, and I'd be on my own in Perth.
Does sound like the Wild West out there. Hard liquor and tinned food.
Not my style. Nor mine.
Tell him I was asking, will you? Yeah.
See ya. See ya. See ya.
You know, he was so understanding.
That was the hardest thing I've ever done.
I know.
I'm proud of you.
Another week wouldn't hurt.
So I just lose the guy,
and the Faheys still won't come up with the money? It's a good idea.
They just threw it together. Dermot told me the other day there
that it was all in Jo's head.
They don't know what they're at. Jo's done a lot of research since.
It takes months to set up a business, Niamh.
You know, Paul, you should be thinking long-term.
It could attract more investors for the empty units.
I've got to say, I was impressed.
Mm. And I'll still end up with a place where wasters hang out.
You know, you're so dismissive.
You didn't know anything about development plans
until you actually built the marketplace.
I'm a businessman, I have a vision. No, you don't.
You took advantage when Eddie screwed up on Wayne.
Yeah, I saw an opportunity. This is an opportunity.
Niamh, will you stop? I'm still not going with the Faheys.
It's a very strong investment.
Niamh, this has nothing to do with you. Just drop it, yeah?
Hey. How's it going?
Listen, look, I'm not gonna stay long. Erm...
Look, Dan, I know we've had our differences,
but we're still mates, yeah? Yeah.
And I want you to know that I'm someone that you can rely on,
no matter what goes down.
(SCOFFS) Is that right?
Look, we've been through a lot of hairy situations,
but we've always come out the other end.
And I want you to know that you can count on me, no matter what happens.
Robbie.
What are you doing here? She can't get enough of me.
I'm just having a chat with Dan. Yeah, why don't you grab a chair?
No. I'm looking for my phone. I can't find it anywhere. Oh, really?
Where'd you see it last? On my way to see you earlier on.
You must have used it before that. I didn't.
You're in luck. I have it, you left it here.
Oh, thanks.
How come you never answered? I've been ringing from the work phone.
You got a text, didn't you, Robbie? What text?
Carol... Do you think I'm stupid?
Sorry, am I missing something here?
He knows.
I meant it. I was going insane with paranoia,
and you just watched me. We didn't try to.
Is that your idea of loyalty, is it?
Look, I meant it. We're mates. We're always gonna be mates.
And what? I'm crippled now, so I have to take whatever I can get?
Dan, listen to me, it's not like that.
I gave you an out.
I gave you permission to be with someone else.
No. Look...
She didn't tell you that bit, did she?
Do you know how hard it was for me to say that?
I'm sorry.
How long?
When I first got crippled, were you together then?
After the trial,
when I was asking for your help, were you together then?
Dan, please, don't... Were you together?!
Yes.
I didn't want anything affecting your recovery.
You're pathetic. Look, it's my fault, too, you know?
Look what you've done to me. Is that not bad enough?
Look, and we're gonna make it right! Just get out! No.
Just get out. Dan, look, I know you're angry.
Just get out. I don't wanna see you again. Get out!
OK. OK.
Come on. No. You stay.
Just go on. It's alright.
Well, I tried.
I really did. I'm sorry, love.
I know you did.
Look, this could be a blessing in disguise.
We won't give up, we'll just re-think, yeah?
Hey. Hey.
Well, any luck finding an investor?
There's not enough time.
Oh, well, that is a shame. Cos I think it's a really good idea.
Was a good idea.
We'll find somewhere else.
Actually, you know, I think I might know somebody
who might be interested in backing you.
Sure, that place is as good as let.
Yeah, but this person, they're already sold on the idea.
Who?
Me. I'm interested.
Ah, you couldn't. Why not?
Are you serious, Niamh? Yeah.
I think it's an excellent business venture.
And, Dermot, if you say the figures add up,
I'll get someone to look over them and we'll take it from there.
But what if it's too late?
Nothing has been signed.
Now, you're not doing this just because we're friends?
This is purely business? This is purely business.
It has nothing to do with friendship.
I've every intention of making money on this.
I'll see youse later. See ya.
Bye. (GASPS)
That's great.
I asked you if you were finished with him.
I should have been honest with you.
I had to steal your phone to get the truth.
I never set out to do this.
You were running the minute you found out I couldn't walk.
He's just an excuse. That is not true.
You disgust me.
Is that why you kept me here? To insult me?
You'll poison each other in the end. You just back up there a minute.
Do you think any of this has been easy for me or Robbie?
Sorry if you were inconvenienced(!) I'm not inconvenienced.
I'm trapped.
This is a mess.
And we're all stuck with it. Yeah?
Do you wanna try sitting in this chair for an hour, do you?
Do you think that we're sitting there, drinking champagne
and laughing about it?
Every time I woke up, you were there.
Because I care about you. Liar.
It was guilt. It wasn't guilt.
Hiding this was wrong... but you backed me into a corner.
(SCOFFS) You're something else.
You made out that our relationship
was the only thing keeping you going.
You were in bits after the court case.
I was scared you were gonna fall apart. What was I supposed to do?
Yeah, twist it all to suit yourself.
That's always your solution, isn't it?
What about you lying to Yvonne? You even sent Bronagh to spy on us.
You knew you forced this.
We were gonna tell you when the time was right.
Right for who?
What do you think I've been doing here every day?
Screw you and your pity.
You know what? You really wanna cop on to yourself.
We're finished. Don't come back. Just go.
He knows, alright?
Good. Maybe now we can all move on and get him better.
Oi, oi. Hey.
Fancy a beer? Yeah.
Paula's on her way over. Lamb's in the oven.
You're welcome to join us.
No, you're alright.
Don't tell me, training again?
Look, erm... I've been offered another fight.
I thought... I thought you were done with all that.
I know. Yeah, but you said no?
I said I'd think about it.
Dean, you said you were never gonna fight again.
I know. I... I know.
But I can't help it. I miss it. I miss fighting.
And I thought I had some sort of control over it,
but since I got the call, I've thought of nothing else.
But just say no. Say no, put it out of your head.
I can't. It's one phone call! 30 seconds!
Alright, look, what about this, OK?
I do this one, one more fight, OK? That's all it is, I swear,
and I'll pack it in.
I'm getting too old for it anyway.
So you are gonna do it? Dean, why?
Why? Do you get a high from beating somebody up?
No. Well, what, then?
I mean, are you angry? I don't know. OK?
But I haven't been able to think about anything else.
It is really hard to walk away from. Maybe if you did walk away from it,
you might get some kind of control over it! Yeah.
Well, can I help?
No.
But, erm... thanks for not yelling at me.
So, what are you gonna do, then?
I don't know.
Yeah.
Sorry.
Hi, Bryan. Sorry about the noise there.
So, how are things? You all set for tomorrow?
Whoa, whoa, whoa. Wait a minute.
You can't back out now, we had a deal.
No. Whoa, whoa. That's not good enough.
I've already turned down three offers for that unit
because you assured me that you were on board.
Come on... you gave me your word, man.
Wh...
What?
No, I can't lower the rent!
(SIGHS)
Cheers, Stephen.
Hey, guys. Sorry for disturbing you.
Listen, seeing as you are sticking around,
I was wondering, er... We need to get some photos done at the shop.
Yeah? We'll be taking on this new franchise, so...
Be nice to have some professional ones done if you're up for it.
Yeah, sure. Right. I'll give you a shout?
Cool. Perfect. See ya. See ya.
Professional photographer?
Ma, it's a couple of shots for a hardware store. It's a start.
And an orange as well, Stephen. Sure.
Turned it down.
You did the right thing.
And I spoke to my dad, as well.
Wow. Are you still thinking about it?
No. No, that's it now. It's done.
Then think about this.
You get a buzz out of cooking and I have plans for Vinos.
What plans?
Ambitious ones.
Maybe we could work something out together.
Yeah. Why not? I'd be up for that.
Good. Cos I'll need someone with a brain and two working hands.
You're on. Good. See you in the morning, then.
See ya.
Oh, hey. Rachel said you were here. Hiya.
Yeah. I'm just heading home. Everything alright?
Yeah. We just wanted to tell you the good news.
Dermot and Jo have found a backer. Oh?
So they want to rent the unit.
What are you, their agent now? No, she's our backer.
Niamh is going into business with us, so we'd lie to make a bid.
Are you crazy, are you? You're just doing this on a whim.
I'm not doing anything on a whim. I'm seizing a really good opportunity.
You're gonna invest in something you don't know will work?
It's a solid investment. You'll be getting your rent.
But I already have someone to rent it.
But you haven't signed the lease yet.
What am I supposed to say to the other guy?
And even if I do consider doing this, I'll have to up the rent.
No. No deal, then. Fine by me.
Er, now, maybe... maybe we could manage a small increase. No.
The rent stays the same.
You won't regret it, Paul.
I still feel bad for the other guy, he's all ready to go.
Yeah, but so are we. And we're a better bet, Paul, and you know it.
Maybe you're right. Really?
Come and see me first thing in the morning, yeah?
No, we agree now. In principle.
I hope you know what you're doing. Is that a yes?
Yes.
What just happened? I think we're going into business.
(CHUCKLES) Will we have a pint? Celebrate?
I'm buying. (ALL LAUGH)
Too right, you are.
(SIGHS) Jack's fine. He's sleeping.
Look, it's better that he knows now than in some flat on his own.
I shouldn't have had a go at him.
Maybe it's for the best.
We've all been tiptoeing around him for far too long.
Why didn't you tell me about this... arrangement thing?
There's no point in going over that now, Robbie.
He was desperate.
What have we done?
He'll get through this. Will he? Really?
I mean, his whole life being whipped from under him, and now this?
It's cruel. Well, I'm not walking away from him.
He won't let us near him. Nah. I'll be there for him.
It's too late.
Look, we're his lifeline.
I'm not going to abandon him now.
And we're not gonna let this tear us apart, right?
I told you, I'm in this for the long haul.
I love you, Carol Foley.
And I will make this right.
And, er, we need to get you ready for bed.
You knew, didn't you?
I can't get involved in your personal life.
I've been lied to, humiliated.
Is that what I have to expect?
Dan, they did a terrible thing to you, but you have to get over it.
I trusted you.
You shouldn't have asked me to do that. Then why did you go?
Look, Dan... you need to think of yourself now.
You know, put your focus into getting better.
I've had it with people like you.
I want a different nurse.
Ah, Dan... Just shut up! And get out!
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