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The Archers: 05/10/2020

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05/10/2020

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Jill makes a discovery that could change everything

Jill makes a discovery that could change everything and Fallon wrestles with more than one problem

Fallon’s fretting over Johnny’s lost winning scratchcard, but Alice can see something else is wrong. After a little coaxing Fallon confesses she’s struggling to find a way to tell Harrison she definitely doesn’t want children. She’s tried, but she’s scared. There’s an awkward moment when Fallon asks if Alice and Chris have had any similar conversations, before Alice admits she’s pregnant. Fallon’s delighted, and promises she’ll keep it to herself. Alice is eager not to turn into a boring parent, but Fallon assures her there’s no chance of that; she’s the life and soul. Alice reckons Fallon needs to face the music about both the lost scratchcard and her big decision. Later Fallon declares Johnny was lovely and understanding about the scratchcard, but she’s still working on how to approach Harrison.

Jill has loved her birthday party and photographic timeline. She might get a couple of them framed. She comments that Ben’s cake was a triumph. She’s grateful for everything, and loves Leonard’s painting of Brookfield. She’d like more adventures, but fears she’s too old. Nonsense, declares Ben, and takes her for a spin in his car. He admits he’s finding it weird being a Fresher without any of the up-close experiences of university life this year. Jill sympathises. As they rest by Marneys field they spot some old coins. Jill thinks they may have stumbled upon some treasure.

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