Tender Loins Doctors

SHE SHIVERS

Give it back.

Say, "Please." Please.

No! SHE LAUGHS

You're being so childish.

No, YOU'RE being childish.

Ooh! What's this?

MOCKING: Another text from Sigourney!

Hey, that's personal. "I can't wait to see you tonight."

"I can't wait." You've got her all hot and bothered, haven't you?

It's not like that.

Course not.

It's not. It's serious.

I have feelings for her.

Yeah, I bet you do(!)

Children.

I hope one day you'll meet somebody as special as Sigourney.

Someone to treasure.

I will be taking her out on a date tonight and nothing more.

Whatever your...

sordid imaginations are implying has nothing to do with it.

The lady doth protest too much, methinks. Mm-hm.

THEY BOTH LAUGH

Debbie?

PHONE RINGS

Hi.

KEVIN: 'Hi.'

I was just thinking about you.

Did you get my text?

All of them.

Cheeky.

I can't wait to see you either. Glad to hear it.

How about some early-door cocktails straight after work?

Wow! You really want to see me. You KNOW that I do.

Do you want to see me? Or do you want to SEE me?

Er, do you mean see? Or do you mean... 'see'?

I mean... 'see'.

Yeah! In that case, I really want to see you!

Great. Where? Yours or mine?

For you. Oh, what are you doing this afternoon?

Child surveillance clinic. And I'm way behind. Why? Nothing.

You all right? Fine.

One word: Gary Lucas.

Well, that's two. Sorry. Go on.

The polyclinic consultation is this afternoon. Nobody cares.

Lucas has done an amazing job.

Hits all the targets, fills the gaps. I mean, it's a done deal.

How can they get a consultation before they've even got planning?

They go hand-in-hand these days. He's got contacts.

He's a player. YOU'RE a player. Right.

Look, I can't help you, but I will find somebody who can, all right?

Right.

PHONE RINGS

Doctor Carter!

How lovely to hear from you!

Just wanted to ring and confirm

that I've booked a table at an exquisite restaurant.

Sounds lovely!

Yes, I was hoping to cook at mine, but I have a problem with my pipes.

A problem with your pipes? Anything I can help with?

Oh, I don't know. Are you good at that sort of thing?

Oh yes! I'm really good at pipe work!

It hasn't been touched for a while. I don't believe it!

'No, it's true.'

I'd have had a go myself, but it's a very big boiler.

Is it now?! Yes.

Well, in that case I'd love to get my hands on your boiler!

Ah! Listen, Heston. Howard needs someone to go with him

to the polyclinic launch this afternoon...

Not interested. Oh, but...

Please!

No. I'm only covering reception until Mrs Tembe comes back.

AND you're only asking me because everybody else said no.

Tonight's 'Date Night' with Rob.

He's cooking. I don't intend to be late.

Ah! Perfect timing! I look at you two

and I see 'Team Mill'. I see solidarity.

What are you talking about?

Howard needs someone to go with him to the polyclinic launch

this afternoon. When? Five. Well, I can't. I've got child care issues.

You're free.

I'm not really, besides I've looked into it.

Polyclinics aren't really a threat.

May I remind you that your days of DINKY-dom are over?

What? You have a child. You have responsibilities.

Hmm-hmm? If this polyclinic gets the go ahead,

you may find yourself without a business and a job.

Look, Howard is doing his best to support us, but he needs help!

He's up against someone who is NOT frightened of taking prisoners.

And that includes your wife and child. Think about it.

So, she's been missing a couple of hours?

Yeah. But she's depressed. She's on anti-depressants. Mmm.

It's not really a 999 call though, is it?

She's taken the breaking knife. Oh.

What's a breaking knife? For splitting carcasses.

Do you think she might hurt herself? Or someone else.

OK, let's start at the beginning.

What's your wife's full name? Debbie.

Debbie Grove.

Sorry, what did you say your name was? Kirsty Wilmslow.

I can't find you I'm new to the area.

Ah! Well, that explains it, then! You'll have to register.

But I can't do that now How about tomorrow?

Oh, no, it needs to be today. Is it an emergency?

It's none of your business. I just need to speak to a doctor.

I'm sorry. It's OK. It's all right. Oh!

Three for two at Marks and Spencer. Utter chaos.

Now, what have I missed? Not a lot.

But as you're back, I was just about to register a new patient.

Mrs Wilmslow. Welcome to the Mill.

We've been married less than a year. Feels longer. Oh.

Why? Are you not getting on? It's not her. It's the depression.

You mentioned medication.

It doesn't help. Not really. She gets angry.

We argued this morning.

Did she do that to your eye?

Has she been violent before? Not like this.

This morning, she was different.

What did you argue about? What we always argue about.

We had a son.

THERMOMETER BEEPS

Oh, that's high! I thought it might be.

Why? I'm pregnant. Fifteen weeks. Oh!

Congratulations! You must let the midwife know.

I'll give you the number. Thanks.

I thought I'd left it too late, but I met someone last year. Online!

God bless the internet.

Tell me! The pregnancy took us by surprise.

Caught out at that first flush of love, you know?

Not for a while.

You must be really happy. I am. I love Jim so much.

And this baby... I can't tell you,

it's like a dream come true... Oh!

I'm sorry!

Thank you so much for coming! I'll see you next time.

And bring that voucher. OK.

I don't know about you, but I am cream crackered.

Me too. So I see.

Are you going out? Doctor Carter has booked us a table

at a restaurant he's described as exquisite.

Nice. You?

Doctor Tyler wants to take me out for cocktails. Oh! Get us!

Yes? Nothing.

Spit it out. What?

You want to know whether I'm bringing Heston back to ours,

so you know whether to bring Kevin back or not.

I... It's all yours. I'm going to Heston's.

I never suspected,

but apparently Doctor Carter is a bit of a monster

in the bedroom department. He certainly knows what he wants!

Enough!

Sorry. I didn't mean to blub. No need to apologise.

We just found out it's a boy

But he's got a one in four chance of Down's, so it's difficult.

Well, one in four is the same as a three in four of NOT having Down's.

Would you get on a plane if you had a three in four chance of landing?

On the street I grew up,

there was a women who had a 30 year-old Down's daughter.

She was the most exhausted woman I've ever seen.

Things have moved on.

Right, that's us. We'll go and make you an appointment.

I want to talk to the doctor about having the amniocentesis test.

OK. And you know the risks? Yes, I do.

You ready to play dirty?

Are you coming with me? Yeah, let's give Lucas something to think about.

Right! There is not one at all.

We are all booked up!

You said if I registered I could make an appointment. You can.

But there isn't one available. But you promised!

Are you all right? Do you want to sit?

No, I want an appointment!

Well, actually...

we might be able to squeeze you in at the end of the day

with Doctor Carter. How's that for you, Mrs Wilmslow?

Kirsty? What?!

There's an appointment just before six. Do you want it?

Yes, thank you.

Well, why don't you stay?

Maybe we will try and squeeze you in sooner?

No, I have to go. I'll be back later.

THEY LAUGH

Prepare for a smarm. Would you excuse me?

Howard!

You're looking well. The years have been good to you.

Thank you. Likewise. I try my best.

We're not doing as well as this man, though.

How dare you come here and put us to shame!

Gary Lucas. Daniel Granger.

Dr Daniel Granger? Joe Fenton's nephew?

You trained at Kings and joined The Mill in 2007.

You were made a partner three years ago.

It's natural that I want to check out the best of the competition.

That's why you're here, isn't it?

Actually we're here to see if you've got anything interesting to say.

Well, I hope I don't disappoint.

Full of confidence, isn't he? Full of something!

Anybody's? Found it in reception. Oooh!

That's a patient's. Kirsty Wilmslow. She's coming back later.

Nice flowers.

Good quality pork tenderloin. I could do something with this.

Ah! Mitts off. I'll give it her later.

Yes!

You're taking Gloria out. Thanks.

You all right?

What? Nothing.

When you helped Sigourney with the leak at the salon? Yeah?

She didn't mention her mum was into plumbing, did she?

What?! Nothing.

We will be a hub in the community, for the young, the elderly,

for the sick and the poor.

An integrated service,

reducing the health inequalities that exist in society today.

Letherbridge Polyclinic looks forward

to welcoming you to the future of care. Thank you.

APPLAUSE

What? He was good.

Anyway, enough from me. Let's hear from you. Any questions, please?

Yes. Mr Lucas, in your opinion is bigger better?

Mr Bellamy, it's not the size that matters, it's what you do with it.

CHUCKLING

Is bigger better?

Well, the clinic will be big in size, but personal in care.

Answer my question: Is bigger better?

Well, not always no. But, in this case, yes.

We will be the biggest, and we will be the best.

And no other practise in the area will be able to compete.

So, can we have another question, please?

One less size-fixated, perhaps?

Yes...

Will you be operating a walk-in clinic? Absolutely.

Yes. From the day we open, you'll be able to walk in off the street

and be seen by a healthcare professional.

And no more waiting times,

just direct access to the health care that you need and deserve.

The man's an idiot. Calm down.

Well, he is. Go and calm down.

HOWARD SIGHS

Where is it? Where is it?

Oh Jesus! Oh, no!

Where is it?

Oh, no! NO!

SHE GASPS

That is very impressive.

That's just the starting package. Daniel, don't under sell yourself.

Got to think big. How does 'The Granger Wing' sound to you?

Very impressive.

It sounds like bull to me. Howard!

No, it's fine.

I'm sure I can learn a lot from Howard's management style.

I'm leaving. Walk will do you good!

Thank you very much. You've got my card. Yep.

Thank you. See you next week.

Hi. Have you got a minute?

Sure.

Yeah. A woman matching Debbie's description has been spotted

acting a little bit oddly. We don't know where she's gone.

We were hoping you might be able to help us. Of course. Where was she?

Armund Street.

That's where our son lives.

Oh, I thought when you said you had a son, it meant...

We had him fostered. I didn't have a choice.

Debbie rejected him. I was running a shop.

What number does he live at? 37.

7244 to control. 'Go ahead, Sarge.'

I need a unit to 37 Armund Street, immediately.

We've got a missing person, Debbie Grove,

she may have entered the building. She's an IC1 female

and could possibly be carrying a knife.

I'm the one who should be furious, not you!

You made us look stupid. You behaved like a child.

Me? You were fraternising with the enemy.

I was getting to KNOW the enemy.

Well, you certainly did that. He offered you a job!

Do you think big is better?

(Be quiet!)

Do you think big is better!

Truthfully? The proposal took me by surprise.

Lucas has given us plenty of food for thought.

Oh, OK, sorry to bother you.

False number. Nobody's heard of Kirsty Wilmslow.

I can't say I'm disappointed. It means I can get on with my evening.

You got anything planned? I am taking Gloria out for dinner.

We're both on hot dates. Come on!

Are you up to anything? Staying in with Rob.

Well, have fun.

There's nobody in. But we have located the foster carer

and she's at the supermarket with your son. So, he's safe.

He's called Nathan. He's nine-months old.

We're allowed to see him anytime we want.

I come round here all the time, Debbie won't.

Why not? Because he's got Down's.

How am I married to a woman like that?

Come on, let's get you home.

PHONE RINGS

Oh, just excuse me.

Hey.

Is that my big brave copper?

Now's not the really the time, love...

You're so wrong. Now's EXACTLY the time.

Don't ask, but I have managed to get my hands

on some extra-special pork tenderloin from Grove's butchers.

And I intend to put the extra special into our Thursday night!

What do you mean? What do you think I mean?!

No, what do you mean by you've got your hands on some tenderloin!

I just said, don't ask!

Some patient left it, said she'd come back for it, never did.

Love, was she wearing a brown coat? Yes, she is. 'Well, OK, listen.'

If you see her again, call me, and be careful.

Her name's Debbie and she could be dangerous.

I can see that. Put it down.

What have you done? What do you mean?

I want it back! What is all this noise?

It's all right, Mrs Tembe. Debbie?

Yes! We'll get your bag? Yes!

If that's what you want? Mind your own business.

I could give you some tips...

Karen? Are you all right? Yeah.

I need it now! It's OK! Come on, then!

Come on now, we'll get it for you. It's in here. Karen.

It's OK, come on. Look, see? OK.

We'll get it. All right? Stay back!

Where is it? Here.

You put it in the fridge. That's good.

Thank you. Debbie? Put the knife down. It's scaring me.

I don't want it.

I've called the police And an ambulance. She's pregnant.

Debbie, can you hear me? Get off!

It's Dr Carter, he's here to help you.

Debbie - have you taken anything? I don't want it.

Do you hear me? What?

The amniocenteses test. I don't want it.

OK. Does that make me a bad mother? Of course not.

Pulse is rapid.

What's that? Where's that coming from?

The cold's good. Keeps it fresh. What do you mean?

It's her foot, there. I'm not pregnant. I lied....

I have a son.

I'd do anything for him.

What have you done? I cut it off.

MUSIC: MASSIVE ATTACK 'ANGEL'

# You are my angel

# Come from way above

# To bring me love... #

Why?

Niccolo's.

The Italian?

We ended up there, when we heard that Nathan

had a one in four chance of Down's. Do you remember?

Of course I do. We couldn't talk.

We just sat there listening to other people's conversations,

holding hands.

You said you'd do anything to make it better.

To give our baby the right number of chromosomes.

Sell the shop, rob a post office!

Even... Cut off a limb.

It was a conversation. I know! But...

then I refused the amniocentesis test and I thought...

I always felt you thought I was less committed.

Scared, somehow, of the truth. And I was scared.

But not of the result.

I was scared of losing our baby!

I know I'm not well, Jim, but please don't leave me.

Please, Jim!

When Nathan was born, I knew he had Down's.

I didn't care.

All I saw was that shock of black hair,

and your eyes, and I fell in love.

He was our baby.

He still is! I know! But then this happened.

I can't take care of myself now, much less him.

I can't... I can't bear to see him.

To touch him,

to smell him,

because...

Everybody thinks it's because he has Down's and it isn't.

It isn't. He's my baby!

I know. I know.

SHE SOBS

So then we took off her shoe and she'd removed her toe.

What? Which is why I'm late? So, sorry?

OK, we've wasted enough time already. So there you go.

I've not eaten. So this will go straight to my head.

That's what I was hoping!

It must have been scary. It was.

It's all right. You're with me now.

Here's to tonight. I'm looking forward to it.

Me too. Sort of.

We can take it as slow as you like.

But know this, I can't wait to see your boiler.

Look, please don't take this the wrong way,

but I think I need a professional. You what?!

There's nothing romantic about watching you

fix my central heating system. Besides, the house is freezing!

SHE LAUGHS

What? I'm not interested in your heating problems, Heston.

What have we been talking about? Come here.

SHE WHISPERS

Upstairs. Now.

There's champagne in the fridge. I don't want champagne. I want you.

GIGGLING

(Uh-uh - this one!)

My boiler's boiling!

I know a plumber who can see to that!

GRUNTING AND MOANING

SHE LAUGHS

SHE LAUGHS

What's that?!

LAUGHTER AND SCREAMING

A fox?

No that's Heston! And he's, erm...

Mum promised!

I'll go and speak to her. Speak to her about what? She lives here!

THEY LAUGH

We could just ignore it.

I can be persuaded.

LAUGHTER AND SCREAMING

Oh!

So you're cooking for this girl now? Must be serious.

If you're going to give me a hard... I couldn't be happier for you.

Another couple of days won't hurt, will it, love?

Give me time to get my head around it.

You're talking about a very sensitive area...

You think giving birth to three kids was easy?!

You know when you were at the PCT,

people used to call you Captain Mainwaring? Oh!

You're a laughing stock, a dinosaur.

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