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The Archers: 01/09/2023

01/09/2023

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Pip puts her foot in it, and the pressure increases on Adil.

Oliver asks Lynda to manage a grand ball as part of the relaunch of Grey Gables. Lynda lists the extensive requirements of such a project, which only serves to strengthen Oliver’s case that she’s the woman for the job. Lynda accepts, subject to a non-negotiable fee. She presses Adil for more details of the redesigned site. Adil tries to slow her down as she races ahead with grand plans for the event. He assures her all is in hand when she observes Grey Gables is looking a little bare and shoddy. When Lynda’s gone Oliver shares that a contractor has mentioned delays. Adil’s dismissive – big projects often proceed this way. When Adil queries Lynda’s fee, Oliver asks if there’s a problem with finances. He has a lot invested in the project being a success.
Pip and Stella agree last night was fun; they’d like to do it again. Ruth arrives unexpectedly and Pip begs Stella to hide outside. Ruth wonders if she’s interrupted something – the door isn’t usually locked. Pip denies this and changes the subject. Ruth wants her opinion about a cow with mastitis. Pip says she’ll be over once she’s dressed and tidied up and hurries her mum away. Later Pip calls at home farm to try and smooth things with Stella, who’s short with her. She believes hiding her from Ruth was wrong on many levels. Pip denies hiding her; she just thought the situation might be awkward for everyone. Which is why’s it’s best to stop things here, retorts Stella. It’s not going to end well otherwise.

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