30/11/2023

Instead of going into work Fallon contemplates the chaos of a house filled with upcycled furniture. Harrison treats it lightly, but Fallon’s in a real funk about Tom’s attitude. At least Lynda’s taking the festoon lights, though. When Lynda arrives she says they’re for Adil, but more chaos ensues when a stack of chairs tumbles over. It’s the last straw for Fallon. She tells Lynda how horrible Tom’s being over the Tearoom, though Lynda doesn’t quite seem to get it. However, Lynda does propose that Adil will be happy to take the furniture off Fallon’s hands too. It’s precisely what he needs - and urgently at that.

Helen delivers veg boxes to Grey Gables even though Ian didn’t order them. Adil’s ordered Helen’s cheese and Fallon’s cheese biscuits, too. Ian scrutinises the order form but has no idea what it’s all for. When Adil arrives Helen says she’s relieved Bridge Farm’s agreement with Grey Gables is still in place. Adil reassures her, the hotel will deliver on its promises - even if having his bossy big sister around will present a personal challenge. Helen sympathises, she and Tom have their moments too. Adil tells her he’s also ordered wine from Lower Loxley, adding mysteriously that Helen should keep tomorrow night free. Adil continues being enigmatic with frustrated Ian, assuring him he’s paid for the orders himself and wants to build bridges with colleagues and suppliers. Adil tells Ian to take tomorrow off, then adds he has a proposal for him. He won’t say any more now, but promises all will be revealed.