Legacy Doctors

-It's a fair offer, Andreas.

-I am not selling!

It's better than fair. Theo, tell him.

-It is.

-It's a good offer for you!

-Yes, it is.

I want to expand my premises, you're next-door,

-your business is struggling.

-No, it isn't!

-I want to do what's best for both of us.

-Liar!

Look, you're not getting any younger, Andreas.

-And you're not well. If you sell up now...

-This restaurant is my legacy.

-When I die, it will be Theo's.

-Are you sure he wants it?

-What are you saying?

-Don't get your knickers in a twist.

-You think you can come here and tell me what to do?

-Dad!

-This is my business!

-And it's losing money. Am I right?

-Listen to your son.

-Get out!

-Dad!

-Oi! Stop that!

-I said, get out!

You want to watch it, Andreas.

-One of these days, someone's going to teach you a lesson.

-You?

-Dad, stop it!

-You're going to lose this place. One way or the other.

Why are you taking his side?

-I'm not.

-You never do that!

-Dad, calm down.

-You told him the business is in trouble?

-No.

-Then how did he know?

-Because it's not a secret. Everyone knows.

We owe all our suppliers.

Dad?

-Are you sure this is going to be all right?

-Are you kidding?

This is beef stew a la Vere. People pay a fortune for this.

Yeah, but is it enough? He eats a lot and he looks like

-he needs feeding up.

-What, the army don't feed him?

I think they've been working him really hard.

-Are you sure it's all right if he stays?

-Yes, I said, it's fine.

Is it that hard? Being a helicopter mechanic?

It's not just the work. It's all the training and the courses he has to go on.

And Karl's never done anything by halves. Not even as a little kid.

Do you need some help down there?

Why do people always assume that men can't cook?

Well, because in your case, it's true.

Karl's a brilliant cook. He's amazing. I really hope you like him.

-You really didn't know he was coming?

-She didn't have a clue.

-Should have seen her face.

-And you don't know why he's here?

-No, I was just happy to see him.

Shame he couldn't have been around when you really needed him.

Well, that's the Army for you. Life's not your own. He loves it though.

He's got a great job, loads of mates, steady girlfriend.

-In fact, very steady girlfriend.

-Mm.

-Is she in the Army too?

-Yeah, helicopter mechanic, like him.

-Is it serious?

-Mega.

-He asked me how I'd feel about being an auntie again.

-Mm, really?

-When?

-Oh, ages ago. He was legless at the time, but still.

-You can't keep attacking people, Dad.

-I didn't start it.

Where's your spray?

I don't know.

-Did you take your pills this morning?

-I don't need them.

You have a heart condition.

Look, I need a son I can trust.

Who helps me.

All I do is help you.

-But I can't do everything.

-You don't.

I can't watch you all the time.

I'm supposed to be revising.

It's nearly six.

We have to get ready.

Dad, you're not well.

Give me a minute.

I'm taking you home. No. Dad, just listen to me.

-Please.

-We can't afford to close the restaurant.

-I'll look after it.

-You can't. Not on your own.

-I've done it before.

We've got no bookings, so it's just walk ins.

And one night off won't kill you.

Maybe... Maybe just for a bit.

But then, I'll come back.

No.

You're going home and you're going to stay there.

This is an unexpected treat.

Ah, well, I hope you didn't have anything else planned for

-this evening.

-No, not at all. I am all yours.

-Good.

Come on.

So, um...

Fire away.

I'm sorry?

You wanted to talk, my opinion. Was there anything in particular?

Yes, I just wanted your advice.

Well, about...?

About the house.

I think it needs a few finishing touches.

That's it? That's what you wanted to talk to me about?

Yes. Yes. And a few other things.

Perhaps we should have something to eat.

Theo!

The sign's not turned on!

It's 7:30!

We are losing trade!

Theo?

What are you doing?

GLASS SMASHES

Oh, my...!

So, er, how is it working out with you and Dr Carter and the

-family all living together?

-It's a bit mad at times.

Yes. It cannot be easy.

Especially when you have been used to your independence.

What, with two kids? I don't even know the meaning of that word!

Smells delicious.

Do you ever worry that you and

Dr Carter are very different?

Not sure that we are. Well, where it matters.

Mind you, I did think he was a right old stuck up fuddy duddy when

I met him.

So, what changed your mind?

I haven't.

And you have no regrets?

Why are you asking?

No reason.

Have you met someone?

You know, I find it extraordinary

that two people can get on, that

they can enjoy each other's company,

even though they are so different.

When everything about them is wrong.

What? Me and Heston?

-I'm sorry?

-You think everything about us is wrong?

Oh, no.

No, no. I did not mean you.

-So, you have met someone!

-I was just thinking aloud.

About life in general.

Come. Come, let us eat.

Why are you arresting me?

-Take him to the cells, please.

-I am the victim!

-You nearly killed us! He's the criminal!

-Me?!

-You attacked me!

-Stop it, both of you!

You're lucky I didn't hit you harder!

-See?

-Put him in a cell.

-Why am I here?

Because he says you threw a petrol bomb into his restaurant.

-He assaulted me!

-That's why we're holding him. Get him booked.

-What happened?

-Explosion in a restaurant.

-The emergency services found those two fighting inside.

-Why?

-Because I was trying to put the fire out and he lamped me.

-Save it for the interview.

-What happened to him?

-He hit me with a fire extinguisher.

-I said, save it for the interview.

-Name?

-Cowan. Billy Cowan.

Karl? Come on. Everyone's waiting.

Karl?

You're lucky. It could have been a lot worse.

Only because I ducked. Stupid idiot nearly killed me.

Is that how you got this? You were fighting with him?

I wasn't fighting. I was trying to help him.

But he did this?

It's not the first time he's attacked me.

-Any pain? Headaches?

-No.

He was waving a knife earlier on.

Dizziness?

No. He can't stop picking fights.

-Your vision OK?

-Yeah. And not just with me.

-I think you should go to A&E after this.

-No.

Well, it's a head wound.

No, I'm staying here until that madman gets what's coming to him.

-KNOCK ON DOOR

-Karl?

Wake up, it's gone eight.

-Where am I?

-In my house. Actually, in Emma's house.

-Emma?

-My landlady. I told you.

Right.

Sorry.

-Come on. You're being rude. Everyone's waiting.

-I'm too tired.

-Karl, you need to thank Emma for letting you stay.

-Can't you?

No.

-Ah, stop it!

-I haven't done this in years.

And I haven't missed it!

-Karl, dinner's ready.

-I'm not hungry.

What's got into you?

Come on, get up and make yourself look presentable.

-I didn't get much sleep last night.

-Yeah, well, you can sleep later.

-Do I have to?

-Yes, you do.

Right. What? And you can't trace the call?

Excuse me, my father's here.

Yeah, well, you let me know if you come up with anything.

Sorry about that.

-I got a message saying he was in custody.

-And you are?

-Theo Drivas.

My father's Andreas.

-Ah, right. We've been trying to call you.

-I was driving.

-I couldn't answer the phone.

-That's fine.

-Your father is with the doctor at the moment.

-Why? What's happened?

He's OK. He has a few minor burns,

but he was worried that you might have been caught in the restaurant.

No, I had to go out after I took him home. For his pills.

From the chemist.

What pills?

-He has angina.

-Does he? Right. Well, you'd better let the doctor know.

Do you want to come through, young man?

This is crazy! That man tried to burn me alive!

-Take it easy.

-And the police arrest me!

Just because I defended myself.

-Whoa.

-If they won't take care of him, I will!

-Shall I give you some advice?

You're in a police station, you've been charged with assault,

-so maybe just cut back on the threatening behaviour.

-KNOCK AT DOOR

-Where have you been?

-I got here as quick as I could.

-Why weren't you at the restaurant?

-Sorry, who are you?

-He's my dad.

-Theo, where were you?

-I had to find a chemist for your medicine.

-And that took you an hour?

-What medicine?

-For his angina.

-You promised you would look after the restaurant.

-Can I see it?

-What?

-The medication.

-What for?

I'm a doctor and I'm treating him, so I need to see it.

You should have stayed at home, like I told you.

-We have a business to run.

-And you're ill.

-Instead, you waste your time getting stupid pills.

-Don't start, please.

-Don't tell me what to do!

-If I didn't tell you what to do, you would never take your pills.

-So?

-The doctor said...

-Doctors!

-Dad...

-I can look after myself.

-No, you can't.

-I don't need people telling me what to do!

-Shut up, please.

-Don't tell me to shut up.

-For once in your life...

A son doesn't speak to a father like that!

-He does when his father acts like a kid.

-Don't!

Whoa, whoa, OK, right. You wait outside. Sit down, please.

When was the last time you took these?

I don't know. Um...

Some time this morning.

Are you sure?

I don't need him telling me what to do.

I don't know what's keeping him. He's normally really good about

-meeting new people.

-Don't worry, it's fine.

Hello.

Karl, this is Emma.

Don't just stand there. Say something.

I'm Emma. It's very nice to meet you. I've heard a lot about you.

Me too.

About you.

-So, how long are you staying?

-I don't know.

Well, please, make yourself at home. Join us.

You own the premises next-door to Mr Drivas' restaurant. Is that right?

Yes, I run an estate agents.

Why did you tell him he was going to lose everything if

-he didn't sell the restaurant to you?

-I meant he'd go bankrupt.

And what did you mean by - someone was going to teach him a lesson?

-I was angry, OK? It was just something I said.

-Because you've

been trying to buy that restaurant for quite a while, haven't you?

-Yes, I want to expand my business.

-Why didn't you look elsewhere?

What's so special about that restaurant?

All my business is in this neighbourhood. People know me.

You then said that you heard an explosion,

you ran outside and you saw the fire.

-Yes.

-Did you call the emergency services?

No.

Why not?

I don't know. I saw Andreas trying to put the fire out.

And I didn't think...

Because the fire crew say they saw you trying to take the

extinguisher from him.

Look, I wanted to get him out of the building.

You didn't want to help him put the fire out.

-I didn't start the fire. Why would I?

-I never said you did.

My business is next-door.

Although, a little fire damage may have tipped him over the edge

to sell to you?

No.

Him getting caught in the fire,

getting injured, maybe even worse,

wasn't part of the plan, was it?

Did you have to go far to find a chemist?

Miles.

The one on the high street wasn't open?

I didn't notice. I was panicking.

I get scared if my father doesn't take his pills.

When was the last time he took his medication?

I don't know.

I tell him to take his pills every morning and sometimes

he does and sometimes he doesn't.

And sometimes he throws them out just to spite me.

Are you the only one looking after him?

Yeah, Mum died three years ago.

Sorry.

She was the only one he listened to.

How old are you?

18.

Still in school?

When I'm not in the restaurant.

That can't be easy.

It's killing me.

And him, but he won't give it up.

-Maybe you should get him to talk to his GP.

-He won't.

I've tried. I've tried everything.

-How's Debs?

-Good. She's got a new man and they're not fighting. Much.

And Sierra's doing great.

Do you see much of your sisters?

-Not lately. Hasn't returned a call since Christmas.

-Sorry.

-Not even after I told you mum got arrested.

-Leave it, Ayesh.

-No.

I've had a hard time.

-Oh, really?

-Do you know what? I think you and I should um...

-Yeah, let's...

-Hard life finding out your mother's a junkie and your boyfriend's lying to you?

-No.

Because he's funding her habit? Sitting up in a hospital all night with our mother,

watching her puke her guts up, thinking she might die?

What's so terrible in your life that you can't make a bit of an effort?

-Everyone's bending over backwards for you. What is wrong with you?

-Abbie dumped me.

What?

She left me two days ago.

That's it?

That's what's wrong?

-Why did you hit Mr Cowan?

-I didn't.

-When you were brought in,

you said that he was lucky you didn't hit him harder.

-Look, I'm not a violent man.

-Really? Cos since you've been here,

you've attacked Mr Cowan and hit your own son.

I'm the victim! He tried to kill me!

Mr Drivas, you have a heart condition. I suggest you calm down.

-How do you know Mr Cowan started the fire? Did you see him?

-No.

He says he was trying to put it out.

He was trying to stop me putting it out, that's why I hit him.

-So, you did hit him.

-I had to.

And I'll do it again.

Mm!

-That was lovely.

-Hm.

Well, it is nice to have someone to talk to.

Not that we did. Much.

No.

Was there something else?

This afternoon, you made it sound very important.

No, not important, but...

What?

I'm a good listener.

It is nothing.

Are you sure?

Mm-hm.

Right. Well, um, I'd better go then.

I'll go and get my coat.

I'm seeing a man. Of course it is a man.

He's a porter from the hospital. You met him at the opera.

Finally.

Excuse me.

When...? When can I take my father home?

Er, sorry, I can't say.

I'm really worried about him. He nearly passed out earlier.

Well, he seems fine now. He's a bit grumpy, but...

He'd be better off at home, if anything happens.

-It shouldn't.

-He's really not well.

-He said he took his atenolol this morning.

-He did?

-Yeah.

-He can't have.

-You think he's lying?

No. I don't know. He doesn't know what he's doing half the time.

-Please, I have to get him out of here.

-Why?

-I just do.

All the girls I've ever been with,

I always knew it wasn't going to work out.

But with Abbie, everything was perfect.

I thought so too.

Like she was too good to be true.

What happened?

She started seeing someone else.

Some German pilot.

-How did you find out about it?

-She sent me a text.

She's been seeing him for months.

She broke up by text?! Cow! You're better off without her!

No.

-Who breaks up by text?!

-I'll never find anyone else.

-Of course you will.

-Not like her.

You'll find someone better.

-Karl, you've got to be strong.

-I'm not.

-Then I'll help you.

-I don't...

-Cos you'd do the same thing for me.

-Just leave it.

-That's what families are for.

-Look, you don't understand.

-Right, the first thing we need to do is get you back out there.

-What?

Back on the horse. Cos lying in bed all day is not going to help.

Look, just get off my case, will you?

What's this about?

-You said your father had thrown out his medication.

-He must have.

And that's why you went out to get some more?

Yes. Why?

Well, your dad insisted he did take his medication this morning.

I told you, he gets confused.

So, is this the medicine you bought tonight?

-Yeah.

-The date's from last week.

They must have put the wrong dates on.

-And there's tablets missing from inside.

-How do you explain that?

I was panicking, I musty have dropped some.

And the chemist closes at six, every night, cos I checked.

So you can't have got those from the chemist tonight, can you?

-I don't know. Maybe I picked up the wrong ones.

-What?

-When I went home after your message.

-And why would you go home?

Because you said he'd been arrested and I was worried and I knew

he'd need his spray and pills.

So, if you knew they were at home,

-then you knew that he hadn't thrown them out.

-No.

-You didn't go looking for a chemist at all, did you?

-I did.

I did...

But I couldn't find one that was open.

So why did you say you got the medication tonight?

And if you weren't looking for a chemist, where were you?

-I cannot believe that you knew all along.

-You weren't hard to read.

I never imagined that I would be with a man like JJ.

I never imagined I'd be living with Heston.

-Life is very strange, huh?

-Mm.

Is it good? With JJ?

Yes.

Yes, he makes me laugh.

He's so Cockney.

THEY LAUGH

But he's surprisingly gentle, despite his rough manner.

That man is full of surprises.

Is it serious?

It is early days.

Who knows?

Have you...?

We were fixing one of his old bikes and he tried to get close to me.

Thought I did not notice.

And did you let him?

I had so much fun fixing that bike.

I'm sure.

I have not had such a good time in many years.

For the benefit of the tape, I am now going to play an audio

file of a 999 call made

this evening at 7:32pm.

'There's a fire.

'At Drivas' restaurant on the high street. Letherbridge High Street.'

'Can I have your name, sir?'

-'695, Letherbridge High Street.'

-'Sir? Your name?'

'It's between Milton Road and Abbey Grove. Hurry!'

Is that your voice?

No.

-It sounds like it.

-It could be anyone.

-You know?

Forensic voice identification is very sophisticated these days.

-You think I did it?

-Did you?

-Why would I burn down my own restaurant?

You told Dr Clay that...

"The restaurant was killing you and your father."

-I would never do anything to hurt him.

-You see?

We found fingerprints on fragments of the bottle that was thrown

through the window and if those prints match yours, and you knew

-your father was inside...

-I didn't.

Does that mean that you were there?

I thought he was at home.

It wasn't until I saw him trying to put the fire out...

I wanted to help.

But then, I saw Mr Cowan come out and I heard the fire engines.

No-one was supposed to get hurt.

You need to take these regularly, otherwise they won't work properly.

And you need to take them seriously.

It doesn't matter what happens to me now.

It's all right.

I won't hit you.

-And I am sorry about before.

-Wow! Have you given him something?

No, I think he means it though.

It'd be a first.

Are you sure you don't want to go to A&E now?

And wait five hours to get seen?

It's better to be safe.

I'll think about it.

For what it's worth, I'm not pressing charges.

And I'm sorry about Theo.

-It's not your fault.

-No, it's yours.

All of it.

Not that you'll ever admit it.

-Do you think he's right?

-That's not for me to say.

Everything I have ever done

has been for Theo.

-All my life.

-Maybe you should tell him.

Sometimes, I think that we have nothing in common.

Well, it sounds like you've got a lot in common.

But what if I realise that I have made a huge mistake?

Then you haven't lost anything.

Well, that is a little too hedonistic for me.

-Maybe it's what you need.

-I don't even know what I need.

-Or what I want.

-Well, who does?

-But talking has helped, so thank you.

-Thank you for telling me.

-Finally.

-MRS TEMBE CHUCKLES

I am... I am sorry that I was so evasive.

Yeah, well, the suspense was killing me.

I know that people at the Mill will want to...

Yeah, well, I won't breathe a word.

It's our secret.

Thank you.

Come here.

I am so pleased for you.

-What's he doing here?

-I said that he should wait in here

-for his taxi to come.

-They said you wanted to see my cut.

-Mm.

Yeah, grab a seat.

Ah. There's something you wanted to say?

All my life...

..I thought I was building something for you.

So you wouldn't have to struggle.

-Tell him I don't want to know.

-Just give him a chance.

I was wrong.

You don't need my help.

You're stronger than I could ever be.

-I could have gone to university.

-You still can.

I'm going to sell the restaurant.

-How will that help?

-It's what you wanted.

I'll have money.

What are you going to live on?

Who is going to look after you? I'll be in prison.

Not necessarily.

-And no-one's going to want to hire me now.

-Don't say that.

I'm an arsonist because of you.

There's no good way out of this.

Are you done?

All you had to do was listen to me.

I'm sorry.

Too late.

He might come round.

No.

KNOCK AT DOOR

I'm sorry Abbie dumped you.

Go away.

You're not the only one who is having a hard time, you know?

-Emma's been through hell this year, Sid's all over the place.

-I'm tired.

So am I. I'm on my feet all day.

Patients shouting at me, doctors having a go, my boss on my back.

I get that every day and I have to sort out everyone else,

without any help from you! I thought the Army had changed you,

but you're still the same lazy little toerag.

When are you going to grow up?

Karl!

Are you asleep?

Unbelievable!

-Sorry. Is this a bad time?

-Yes!

-No. No, not at all.

All those sex ed classes with Miss Nirkett putting a condom on

a banana. Put me off fruit for life.

-I might offer them cash to try and get a discount.

-JJ. JJ, wait!

-I'm not wearing L plates, Donna.

-All right. Keep your hair on.

-Something reliable, dependable. A good all rounder.

-Enough about me.

What about the bike?