Ring of Truth Doctors

Mr Keene?

Mr Keene?

SHE SCREAMS Oh, my God!

You frightened me! What are you doing?

Nurse Allcott...

..will you...

..marry me?

Oh!

(WHISPERS) Yes!

Check out that, Mrs MacDonnell.

Must've cost you a packet.

Mm. It did!

It was the best film I've seen in ages.

I'm really looking forward to it

The only thing I didn't get was the end.

So you see him fall thousands of feet from the tower block.

-You think he's dead...

-No, no, no, no, don't!

-And then his twin brother breathes life...

-Stop!

I wasn't going to tell you!

-Hi, Jas.

-Morning.

-Morning.

-Kettle's just boiled.

Erm, I'm going to get straight on.

I've got a lot of stuff to catch up on.

-Busy weekend?

-Yeah.

Mondays?

So, anyway. Where was I?

OK, so the end...

Yeah, I'd better...

Let me know when he's discharged, OK? Thank you.

Nikki! Hi.

Hi! How are you?

Er, yeah, I'm good, yeah. Just popped in for a case meeting.

Still here then?

Second family! Erm, I'm sorry to hear about you and Cherry.

Yeah, well, you know, it was probably for the best.

I won't be too jaded, looking at the size of that rock.

Got engaged! This morning, actually.

-Wow! Congratulations. Who's the lucky guy?

-Er...

You bagged yourself a doctor?

I bet the staff room gossip's off the scale!

Tell me about it. You'd think Daniel Craig had proposed round here.

Well, I'm really pleased for you. When is the wedding?

I don't know. I'm still reeling from all of this.

-Seb, this is Dr Jimmi Clay.

-Cool.

Erm, cubicle six is in a state, so if you could clean that...

Please?

Sorry. We're short of beds at the minute and backing up.

Everyone's a little bit stressed.

Anyway, I'd better get on. It was good seeing you again.

-Yeah, you too. Take care.

-Bye.

Ey! I need to see the doctor again cos my head's banging.

No, I haven't flooded it.

-ENGINE SPUTTERS

-Oh, nearly.

I don't understand why this is happening.

It's not been that long since...

-ENGINE STARTS

-Ah! OK, bingo!

OK. Yeah. All right. I'll be with you in five minutes.

So, you like?

It's so lovely! It must have cost a second mortgage.

Plenty more due when I get hitched.

Dad will sell stock.

PHONE RINGS

Speak of the old devil.

Hi, mother.

Yes.

No. No, I can't talk at work, I keep telling you!

(SIGHS) Yes, OK.

OK!

Yes, mother. Bye!

She keeps badgering me to bring you over.

I'd love to.

Who was that guy on the ward before?

Jimmi? Oh, he's a GP. I know his wife, Cherry.

I did try and introduce you.

Was I rude? I didn't mean to be.

No, no, I...I mean...

..well, maybe you came across a bit...

you know, abrupt.

Oh, I'm so sorry, sweetheart.

You know what it's like.

You know, it's the pressure of the job.

-Yeah, course.

-I knew you'd understand.

I'll see you later.

All sorted, Doc. My top boy's worked his mechanical magic.

Italian leather. Hand-stitched.

This baby is a one-off. There's no other car like her.

Well, a beauty.

You know, it's a hard call but if you're facing shelling out

on more repairs, you could part-ex while the going's good.

I mean, you've still got some serious trade-in value.

I'm not really in the market, you know?

It's a shame. She's a manager's special.

Today only.

There is a kick-ass engine in there.

I mean, way too many extras to tell you.

Keyless. Temperature-controlled cup holders.

Get in.

A fully integrated Bluetooth multimedia console.

Sat nav linked, obviously.

And the on board computer contrasts both fuel use and drive efficiency.

You've got heated seats and mirrors as standard

and check out the sixth gear.

Boom!

This dream won't be here long, I'm telling you.

I wasn't planning...

Test drive her. You know you want to.

Yeah. Let's do it. Let's do it.

-PHONE RINGS

-Oh, hang on, sorry.

Yep?

Ah... yeah.

OK.

OK. Right. I'm on my way. Sorry. I've got to go, mate.

Absolutely. Duty calls.

-I'll book you in for later, yeah?

-Mm.

-Time?

-I'll call you.

Don't hang around, Doc! Today only!

If you feel any nausea or dizziness, go straight back to A&E, OK?

I can't see signs of anything serious.

OK. Thanks.

You were lucky not to get charged,

especially just being out on licence.

I was celebrating with some old mates and had a few too many.

You don't know how good it feels to get out.

Getting out is one thing. Staying out is another.

Just got to ring my missus. She doesn't even know yet.

Do you want to bring him through? Good luck, yeah?

PHONE RINGS

'Hello?'

Nik? It's me.

-Craig?

-'The one and only. I'm out.'

What? When?

'Any minute now.'

Why didn't you tell me?

-'Where are you?'

-Letherbridge. So how are you doing?

-Didn't you get my letters?

-'I need to come and see you.'

-Are you working?

-'Yeah...er, no.'

Where are you?

-'The station.'

-Bus or train?

Police.

'Nik?'

Just wait there. I'll, erm... I'll take my break early.

I know, but we may not be able to afford it, darling.

MAN CLEARS HIS THROAT

I'll call you back, yeah?

PHONE RINGS

Hello?

Doc? It's Raheem.

Look, I spoke to my manager about your car.

Look, this is off the record,

but with your part-ex he's willing to take a massive hit on the price.

-'Seriously?'

-I didn't believe it when he wrote down the figure.

Really?

The thing is, I've had a couple of seriously interested

calls from another party.

Oh, what?!

No, no. It's cool.

Just get here quick, yeah? You're first in line. Guaranteed.

OK. Erm, I could be there in...

Sweet. Test drive is booked. Keys are in my drawer.

Hi. I'm sure I'm not the first,

but I just wanted to pop in and say congratulations.

The Patient's Doc Award?

I know it's only the nomination stage, but still.

-What are you talking about?

-Your nomination? Did you not know?

-No!

-You've been picked.

I haven't heard anything. I mean, no-one's said.

They have now!

Is this the thing Jimmi won?

No! Pah! I spit on his poxy local prize.

No, this is the big enchilada, the regional award.

-Far more prestigious.

-Wow!

I had no idea.

Mm. To be honest with you, I was a little surprised myself.

You know, they usually give it to some super-doc.

Some war hero or someone who's saved the planet from inter-galactic threat.

Yeah, exactly.

There's no way even blessed Saint Jimmi would win it then.

But this year, they must've widened the field.

Why me?

I don't know.

Maybe they thought it was time to recognise a good, honest,

hard working GP?

And I say huzzah to that! It's about time!

So, er, congratulations. You're a contender.

It's great news.

So, in conclusion, well done!

-Whoa! Are you stalking me or something?

-Oh, Jimmi. Hi!

No, I'm meeting someone here actually.

Long story.

Nik.

-Good seeing you again, Jimmi.

-Yeah!

-Thanks.

-Doctor Clay?

You look great. Come here. Come here.

Let's go.

It was nothing. I'd just had a few too many jars with the lads.

Come out of prison a changed man then?

Give me a break! I was just letting off some steam!

-Why didn't you phone me?

-I tried.

Don't lie.

Fine. Have a go. You've got every right to.

Did you read my letters?

So you know I want a divorce?

What about what I want?

I want us to get back together, Nik.

Like it was before I messed it all up.

It's not going to happen.

All I thought about when I was inside was you and me.

Well, I did some thinking, too. I want a divorce, Craig.

-Yeah? Who is he?

-Who?

Bagged yourself a rich doctor, have you?

-What are you talking about?

-You were all over him!

You really haven't changed, have you?

Give me a chance! Give me a chance!

-Look, I kept this ring. Put it on again.

-No.

-Please, Nik.

-Just go, will you?

Just... Please, Nik, please.

-I only came back here for you!

-Just leave me alone!

Is everything all right?

Yeah. We're fine, thanks.

I'm not giving up. This isn't over.

Well, whatever he's taken, you'll have to wait for it to wear off, OK?

PHONE RINGS

-Hi.

-Hi, Doc. Just checking in.

-'I thought you said...'

-Yeah, I know, I'm sorry.

'No probs. I gave you my word.'

It's just that your competitor is a cash buyer, see?

And it's getting a little bit tight.

OK, look, I'm dealing with my last patient so I won't be long.

'Sweet as a nut.'

Oops. I've got to go.

The guy's demanding a test drive. I'm just keeping him happy really.

PHONE RINGS

You can't ignore me forever, Nik. I'm not having it.

Beautiful rump, Mrs MacDonnell!

You OK? Yeah, I just didn't hear you come in.

-Hungry?

-Why?

Because you win sexiest nurse on the ward, hands down.

And first prize is a romantic lunch at The Black Swan.

-With me.

-Ooh, lovely!

Where's the ring? You do know it's a real diamond?

I'm just so scared of damaging it. It's safe, I promise.

-PAGER BLEEPS

-Oh, for crying...

I've got to go. I'll see you at The Black Swan later.

Remember to flash your rock!

Yeah, that's going to need stitches

so you'll have to go to St Phil's, OK?

PHONE RINGS

-What are you doing here?

-I need to talk to you.

-I'm working!

-I'll wait till you finish your shift then.

I love you. I mean that.

I've never said it before and meant it like I do now.

-Craig!

-I know I ruined everything for us.

But I've been around the block a bit now. I know what I want.

All that time locked up.

All I could think about was you.

I can't do this. Not here.

Not now.

OK. I'm sorry.

You have to go. Come on.

-Will you meet me then?

-Just go!

-Where? What time?

-I'll call... I'll call you.

You should try it. It's the best bhuna I've ever tasted.

I do love a good bhuna.

Then we went out for a really romantic walk in the park

and then onto the pictures...

Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, you've covered the film. Fully.

Do you know, I think it's the nicest weekend me and Rob have had in ages.

Aaaah. Darby and Joan.

How sweet.

That's right - mock the aged. And what about your Sunday?

A four-pack, takeaway, a box set of Star Wars?

Actually no! I went out with Jackie.

Ooooh! Jackie!

Yeah. We also went for a long walk.

Romantically?

No, for the exercise! Yeah, of course romantically.

And?

And then we went back to hers for a meal.

And then one thing led to another?

-A gentleman never says.

-Yeah, but as it's you.

She's really nice.

-Is she pretty?

-Yeah.

I'm going to see her tonight actually.

I've got her a surprise ticket for her favourite band.

Oh, Dr Haskey! You dark horse.

-What does she do?

-Dentist.

Oh, dentist?

She must have lovely teeth?

-Jimmi! I'm sorry. I can explain.

-There's no need.

Look, I know this looks bad - married to one man when engaged to another.

Craig is your husband?

We were just kids when we got married.

He's not a bad person, he's just a mess.

I'm not judging either of you.

Look, we split up years back.

I had no idea he was up for early release.

I know I should have said no to Seb, but...

-I'm really sorry, but I've kind of got to...

-I can't believe

what a mess I've got myself into.

If Seb finds out about Craig, I'm going to lose him.

-And what if Craig finds out about Seb?

-PHONE RINGS

Look, I'm really sorry. I've got to go.

Hi.

Just to let you know I'm in the pub across the road, when you get off.

-The Black Swan?

-Yeah. How long do you reckon?

No, erm, it's far too expensive in there. We should go somewhere else.

You're joking, aren't you? I've just bought a pint.

Look, if you're skint I can at least stand you a drink.

No, Craig I really think that we should...

Just don't be long. I'm missing you.

I know it's a woman's prerogative to be late, but I'm hungry, so move it.

-CLICKS HIS FINGERS

-Garcon!

A pinot grigio and a white wine spritzer please.

What the hell do you think you're doing? That's my phone!

That's my...that's my wife! That's my wife!

Can you take me to The Black Swan? Now. Please!

Thanks very much, Mrs Arkwright, that's very kind of you,

and I promise I'll let you know if I win.

-Thank you. Good luck!

-Thanks. Bye!

I was just reading the email that Howard sent round -

congratulations!

So why were you nominated?

Don't ask me!

Was it something to do with a patient?

A diagnosis everybody else had missed?

Well, there was Mrs Kent's asthma, I suppose.

But she'd already had tests.

Like I say, don't ask me!

Mr Byebrue, if you'd like to come this way.

You touch me again and you will regret it for the rest of your life.

-Craig!

-I've got a top London barrister...

-Stop it, Craig!

-Yeah?

-What are you doing?

I don't get it.

What? You're divorcing me for that muppet?

Eh? I guess that's it, isn't it.

I know when I'm beat.

Oh great! Perfect timing, as ever.

That man violently assaulted me!

He's broken my nose! You should lock him up!

Come here, just take it. Please, please take it. For old time's sake.

Come here.

You can do better than him.

Hello?

Oh, hi, Howard. Wasn't expecting you here.

Hmm.

Yes, I didn't think I needed to be here.

-What's wrong?

-The Patient's Doc Award.

Oh, that.

Yeah. The panel chair has contacted me.

Your nomination has been disqualified.

What? Why?

Irregularities in the online voting.

I don't understand.

Cheating, in other words.

Someone has been illegally block voting for you.

Who?

Well, I was hoping you could shed some light on that.

I'm so sorry.

Sorry!

I knew you had your limitations, Nikki.

I mean you are just a nurse.

But how could you have married that colossal lunkhead?

I mean, didn't you realise?

I guess I'm just a little bit slow like that.

You know, Craig might be a lunk,

but he was right about one thing.

-You are a muppet!

-Nikki!

Nikki!

Nikki, wait!

This hurts like hell.

Well, I'm sure it's not broken so...

Let's see what the experts think.

If it was my shout I'd wait,

but my manager is killing me to make the sale.

Look, just call me back, OK, Doc?

Rigging the vote is serious, Jas.

It doesn't just make the award people look bad,

I have to think how it reflects on us here.

I feel terrible, but I swear, I have no idea how this has happened.

So you can't think of anyone else who it might be?

They may have intended well.

Only maybe my parents, but I really can't believe...

Well, it's understandable.

Can this be sorted out?

I mean, whoever it was, I bet they never meant to cause any trouble.

I'm sure I could smooth it over.

Might even be able to post it on the website that you were short listed.

Get something positive out of it.

Jimmi!

I'm sorry about...you know.

How is he?

Seb or Craig?

-I deserved that.

-Hm.

Yeah, look, your fiance is going to be fine.

He's just got a dent to his ego.

I'm afraid your husband's probably on his way back to prison though.

-And listen, I really have to go this time.

-Of course.

Jimmi?

-Thanks.

-Oh...

For your collection.

Trust me, he's loaded. He's a doctor.

Guarantee you I close the deal before lunch.

The old guy is desperate to look young again.

I just cast out on the test drive

and reel the sucker in!

Hello.

Doc. You made it! Excellent!

You ready to roll?

The key to your new life, baby!

You know, actually, prefer the old one.

Whoa, whoa, whoa, Doc? Hang on! Doc!

I went to see Breath Of Death at the weekend.

Oh, yeah?

Trust me. You've got to go.

-Bit busy this week.

-No, you'd love it.

Not sure it's my sort of thing.

I really need somebody to explain the ending to me.

It's been bugging me all day. Rob hadn't got a clue either.

Although I think he was probably asleep.

I bet it's right up Al's street.

-Al?

-Huh?

Breath Of Death. Karen says you should see it.

I don't need to now. She's already ruined every major plot point.

Oh, go on. I need a second opinion.

Nah. I've got tonight all planned out - pizza, ice cream, book, bed.

What about Jackie?

You said...

Oh, my goodness! It totally slipped my mind!

I've got a head like a sieve!

I really should call her, shouldn't I, and make some arrangements.

I'd totally forgotten.

Thanks, Karen. You're a star!

Do you believe in love at first sight?

Bet you can't resist those big puppy-dog eyes!

I never asked for a dog.

I used to be sceptical about giving patients too much choice...

-Really?

-But in this case, I approve.

DOG BARKS

Look! I want that dog taken away from here immediately.

You'll be lonely, Alan. And a dog...

..very good for lowering the blood pressure.

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