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09/01/2025

Harrison reaches a crossroads, and there’s good news at Brookfield.

Ruth and David worry over Leonard’s revelation yesterday that he’s considering moving to his son’s home in Singapore. Leonard seems animated when he talks about it, but Ruth detects doubt in his voice. Ruth comments Jill will be devastated. Leonard ends the speculation by announcing that Jill thinks he should go if he wants to; she won’t stand in the way of such a golden opportunity. Nothing more to say then, shrugs David. Ruth presses Leonard and they agree to wait a couple of days before taking any action, and Leonard goes to think things through. David and Ruth agree this could be a disaster, wondering how to keep Leonard and Jill together. When Leonard returns he has news; he’s spoken to Jill again, and instead of moving to Singapore she’s asked him to move into Brookfield. He’s staying. David and Ruth are overjoyed, and Leonard says he’ll help out at Brookfield. And as it’s Fallon’s first evening doing food at The Bull, Leonard insists on taking them for dinner.

Harrison wonders to Inspector Norris if there’s been any follow up on the case of the young girl they attended on Tuesday. Norris confirms it’s in the system. Later she questions whether Harrison's heart’s in his work and has concerns over his objectivity, particularly in cases regarding children. He seems to be struggling. Is he sure he still wants to be a police officer? Harrison can’t imagine being anything else, but admits he sometimes feels like he’s drowning. He’s not happy. Norris wonders whether a change might be worth considering. She has a suggestion for him.

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