02/10/2023

Jazzer’s heads down in Lark Rise to Candleford, which to Tracy’s surprise he’s enjoying. Tracy wonders why Brad isn’t planning in university open days yet, like Mia. Brad’s circumspect, before admitting he thought they would be too expensive; he’s happy to research them online. Privately Jazzer and Tracy agree it would be better for Brad to go to the open days and experience the atmosphere. It’s going to be a massive step for him. Jazzer suggests they drive him to one on Wednesday. Later Jazzer and Brad are looking up the course Brad’s considering. Tracy’s a little daunted by it but puts on a game face – she’s sure they’ll have a great day.

Alan visits Rob’s flat. He stresses the need for complete honesty as Rob explains some of his symptoms. Rob emphasises the importance of Helen’s support, giving his own version of events. He asks Alan how he helps people not to be scared when facing death. Alan talks about faith, and asks whether Rob’s only reaching out now because he has nothing to lose. Baptism means him declaring his faith in public. Rob affirms he’ll do whatever’s required of him. Alan asserts he’s not trying to interrogate Rob, he's just wondering why he’s wants it here. Rob declares he needs Jack to remember him when he’s gone. Wincing in pain, he leaves the room. Later Alan says he can’t baptise Rob. He’s not even fully convinced he’s ill. Rob can’t believe Alan isn’t prepared to see the best in him. Alan declares his decision’s made; there’s nothing left to say.