07/06/2013 EastEnders

Yeah, looking good. It'll come off nice and easily, won't it? Not going to snag or nothing?

I've got someone important coming to do this.

I now declare Ian Beale @ Le Square open.

Sorry. You get the idea, don't you?

-I've kept them all busy, Dad.

-Good lad. Did you get the black pepper?

-Yeah, the receipt's by the till.

-Steak knives?

-Sorted.

-Jean?

-Flat out in the kitchen.

Right, come on people, let's keep busy.

So, what do you think?

-Looks good.

-Is there anything else you need doing?

If there was, I think it's too late now, don't you?

Right in two hours we're going to have punters coming through the doors.

Let's make sure we're ready, OK? Come on, keep busy.

And you, this is your fault, you and your marker pen.

Toilet.

-Your dad's here.

-You all right?

Well, I just wanted to pass by and wish you luck.

It's a waitress job, Dad.

Yeah well, you just do your best, don't you?

That's all anyone can ever ask of you.

I better not get sacked for being late, then.

Right, I'll see you down there later, yeah?

-What, you're coming?

-Yeah.

With Kirsty?

No, no, she's got to work.

Why? Are you going?

Yeah, that was the plan.

We're really proud of you, you know. Aren't we?

Yeah.

End of the day, no-one can sort my life out except for me.

See you later.

See you later.

See you.

And she's definitely taking Scarlett, you say?

Yes, and she wants me to go with her as well.

-Why the change of heart?

-I don't know.

She must have realised that she hasn't been fair to Scarlett.

It's what you wanted.

She just wants to make a go of things.

Why now, though?

Does it really matter why? She wants you there,

with her and Scarlett. That is what matters.

Balloons, branded napkins. You're really going for it.

It's a Beale opening, OK? No half measures.

Jean says lemons - segments or slices with the salmon?

Segments.

-Segments.

-Thanks! >

I've got some mail here and a card.

Thanks.

Oh, must have picked this up by mistake.

-Where's Lauren - not turned up yet?

-I told her to come in later.

Well she'd better be on time.

I'll take my chances.

Can you do me a favour? Can you help Denise with the champagne as people are arriving? Thanks, love.

Listen up, everyone, we've got 75 minutes

until the punters are coming through the doors, OK.

Clock's ticking. We can do this, all right?

What are you doing?

Behaving like a thug? I brought you up better than that.

Look, we know he is behaving like a complete idiot

but you are not a kid any more, having a big old tantrum over a car.

It's got nothing to do with the car.

-Look at you. You couldn't run back to him fast enough, could you?

-What?

-Was it a coincidence you turned up at the same time?

-I went to him cos I was worried about what you'd do.

Oh, whatever. It's not about you and him lying to me, is it? No.

I knew you were going to get upset, OK? I was trying to protect you.

Who you trying to convince? I don't give a monkey's about him.

Do you want to know why I'm angry? Do you want to know? It's you.

You're letting him get back in your head.

At least the door still works.

He really went for it, didn't he?

I don't know what I'll be able to do with the bodywork.

But we can sort something out about the money.

Yeah, we will.

I want it back,

all of it.

We were supposed to be going on holiday with that money.

That's not my problem.

I won't count it.

I said segments.

I've done segments.

No, they're wedges.

Right, fine, fine, I'll cut them all again then.

You don't need to cut them all again. Just cut them thinner like this. See?

Maximise your profit.

By cutting thinner lemons?

How do you think all these TV chefs make their millions?

Oh, and you should get them terrines in the fridge before they go off, yeah?

I was just about to do that.

I'LL go off in a minute.

-Ice cream.

-Done.

Smart chic or smart chic?

Smart chic.

So, is Michael still coming tonight?

Yeah, he's really looking forward to it - said he can't wait to see Scarlett.

Oh, good. No, it should be fun.

I thought you could wear it for the restaurant opening.

Right. Yeah, thanks.

Well, the girl in the shop...

I mean, I don't know what you'd like but...

I hope I got it right.

That's really nice. Isn't it, Mum?

Yeah, it is. Thanks.

You seemed quite down the other day, and I thought I'd cheer you up.

Yeah, well thank you.

Anyway, I look forward to seeing you in it.

As soon as I saw it, I thought it would be perfect for you.

Thank you.

I'll see you in a bit.

Yeah. See ya.

That's really nice of him.

Here y'are, you finish it.

What d'you reckon? A hundred quid for scrap? He came and he took his money back.

You must have thought about that before you threw your toys out your pram, eh?

Ian. Violinist's here.

-You're late.

-What did she say?

Last night's brainwave.

Right, the agency explained, yeah?

-Dad?

-Poppy, do me a favour, can you show him where he can set up and put all his stuff, yeah?

Right, last couple of minutes. Let's give it a push.

That extra money from Janine was meant to be for tiding you over,

not to be blown on some man playing the fiddle.

Lucy, it adds a touch of class, makes it into an event, so people are talking about it.

Look, trust me, it'll pay for itself, OK?

Right, now, just keep it going.

We're not like a Justin Bieber concert - we open on time.

So what, you lied to me, yeah? You knew it was my old man and you didn't say nothing?

You ruined our car and you ruined our holiday.

Hold on, why did you even take his money?

Oh, let me think, because it was for sale?

-You knew it'd hack me off!

-Why did you smash the car up?

Because I was angry. Having my dad turn up out the blue like that.

-Do me a favour.

-My dad turns up like that, you think it won't do my head in?

-At least you've GOT a dad!

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Hope this bloke Lister's bringing along realises what a goldmine this place could be.

Ian, it'll be fine.

OK, OK.

Ten minutes to go. There's got to be something I've forgotten. There's got to be.

Ian, look at me.

OK, OK.

You're there. Everything is ready.

OK.

Toilet rolls?

Even the toilet roll.

Come here.

Go get 'em.

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Right, I think we're pretty much there.

This place, it looks great.

It looks ready.

And you all look ready.

This is the start of a new era not just for me and my family,

but for all of us, OK?

And we ALL deserve this to work.

Right, and it will, OK?

It will if you put everything into it. So, good luck.

Do I have to do this?

Yes, because you didn't tell me about the snake, did you?

Now get yourself outside and enjoy yourself.

There's no turning back now.

It's just a shame Peter's not here to see it and enjoy it.

Yeah, well, I'm sure he'll come and see it one day

and when he does, he'll be proud of you, as we all are.

OK?

Hope you've got a trader's licence for that.

Step inside. Fresh fruit and veg.

Locally... Locally produced.

That's the one, yeah. Fruit and veg, right, Bobby?

-You're not going to start singing Consider Yourself, are you?

-No.

You look lovely.

Here we go. Councillor Byford from the planning office.

Welcome to Ian Beale @ Le Square.

Would you care for some free bubbly, sir?

Oh, and for madam?

Look at you.

Never thought I'd see this day. Ian Beale giving out free booze.

Lauren, champagne, please, for Councillor Byford and his guest.

Right, ladies and gentlemen,

if I could just have your attention for a moment.

Please make sure you sample all the food tonight.

It's a little taster of what's on our menu.

Your investor friend, the guest of honour, where is he?

-He's parking the car.

-Right, when he gets here, tell me, yeah? Cheers.

-All right, sis?

-Thank you.

You all right?

He's got a bit of front, ain't he?

He was Jenna's best customer.

OK. OK, don't go upsetting him - he's very, very important to Ian.

As long as he stands out of my way.

Whit. There you go, free grub, dig in.

Oh, hello.

Poppy!

Pop...

Just the one glass of champagne for my sister.

I want her staying sober, don't I?

Ian.

Let me introduce the man who's going to be pulling your cord, so to speak.

Oh right, is he here?

Ian. Danny, Danny Pennant.

Pleasure to meet you.

Likewise.

Best food in Walford. Every dish horsemeat-free.

Tough crowd.

Beef. Ones on the left, without horseradish.

-Right.

-Left.

-Right.

I don't think we've got any tables left.

Do you know, I hate to say it

but I really think your dad might be on to something.

Yeah, well, once word gets out, you'll get your original money back and the extra loan.

-What latest loan?

-The extra money.

I might think he's on to a winner

but I don't think I'd have ploughed any more money in.

No, it's an honour to have you here.

And like Bob - Robert - said, there's a champagne dinner for two any time you want it.

That's very kind.

There you go, enjoy. My pleasure.

-Ian, thank you so much for doing this for her.

-It's all right. Everyone deserves a second chance.

Mum, Mas is here.

Looks stupid, doesn't it?

No.

No, no, it's just a bit...

It's fine.

Yeah, yeah, yeah, if you're 21 and Asian.

-Dad.

-Lucy, it's coming up to seven - we need to do the opening ceremony.

Can you make sure that everybody's got champagne? Thanks, love.

Look who's here.

Arranging to meet in public - is that to prevent any mess?

No, I just wanted you here. For Scarlett.

Why?

You'll see.

Say hello.

Ladies and gentlemen,

can I just have your attention for a couple of minutes, please.

I promise not to keep you from tasting the wonderful sample menu for too long,

cos that says far more about this place than any waffle from me.

Basically that just leaves us with a few thank yous.

A lot of people have helped get this place off the ground

and I'd like to say thank you to a certain few.

A special few.

To those who've backed us and invested in us,

both now and in the future, your trust and belief means everything.

To my waitresses - to Whitney, Poppy, Lauren.

You've been brilliant.

Thank you, thank you.

And to my family.

To Bobby.

To Lucy.

It's been...

It's been a long year.

But we're here now.

Now, my family's been associated with this part of London for a long time.

I mean, especially the market - my dad Pete, my grandparents Albert and Lou.

But this is a new chapter. So, thank you.

Oh, one last thing.

There's one person I nearly forgot to thank, actually.

Yeah, go on.

Without this person, none of this would have been possible. So...

Denise,

thank you for your support, you have been brilliant.

Here's a little token both for you and for Lucy.

Well done, mate.

Which basically only leaves one last thing to do, which is the opening ceremony.

Which Danny Pennant, a businessman of good standing in the City,

he's going to do for us

and officially open Ian Beale @ Le Square!

Thank you.

Danny, if you'd like to follow everybody outside.

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Right, everyone's here. Danny?

Look at the size of that - what's that about?

Seriously.

Have to go to McKlunky's after this.

I'm sorry about...

You don't have to be.

I do. I was stupid.

Let's just leave it and have a nice time. OK?

OK.

Ready when you are, Ian.

Right, I promise not to keep you from the food any longer than I have to,

so I'll hand you over to the man of the moment - Mr Danny Pennant.

Ladies and gentlemen,

I'm very honoured to be asked to conduct this opening

of what promises to be a tremendous restaurant

and a real asset to this part of London.

So without further delay, I formally declare Ian Beale @ Le Square...

-..open.

-CHEERS AND GASPS

You have made me look an idiot.

Oh, no, Ian, you do that all by yourself.

You're supposed to be a silent partner.

-I'm not very good at being quiet.

-You can't do this.

-I already have.

I'm taking it down.

You do that and I will recall every single penny of my money.

This is my restaurant. This is Ian Beale @ Le Square. Ian Beale.

Fine, if you don't want Scarlett's name up there, then you buy me out or you shut up.

That might be sooner that you think.

Whatever.

I've ordered re-branded linens and menus -

they should be with us in the next few days.

We're also going to change the uniforms - this is a restaurant and not a brothel.

Ian, the councillor bloke says there's someone he'd like you to meet.

Come on, partner, don't neglect the guests.

So you like the sign?

Yeah. Yeah, I did. Nice touch.

Why the truce?

Well, we both want what's best for Scarlett.

We do.

She is the most important thing in the world to me.

And I want everybody to know that.

And I want you to know that.

So, here's to Scarlett and our daughter's future.

Scarlett.

Excuse me. Sorry.

-What is she playing at? Did you know about this?

-No, course I didn't.

Right, then, that's it. It's got to come down.

No. It can't. If that comes down, she'll pull her money out.

Until I've got Danny to invest, she's got me where she wants me and there is nothing I can do about it.

I hadn't realised that Ian's not the boss. Danny Pennant.

I'm in investments. I work for a City firm

but I also do a lot of consultancy work on the side.

Property mainly.

A few select clients, put them with the right buyers.

I'd be happy to do a portfolio review for you.

See where we can trim the fat and increase the lean.

Well, if I need anything trimming I'll let you know.

Mr Masood.

There's a face I wasn't expecting to see.

I don't know what rock you've crawled out from under

but you better get back there.

Good to see you too.

One more person to thank.

Just one more person.

There's some more glasses there.

No, not there. Put them in the washer.

I'm a waitress, not a washer-upper.

Jean.

Ian says, "How are you getting on with dessert?"

I'm going as fast as I can.

What are you doing? What are you playing at?

Perks of the job, Whitney.

-Ian has given you a second chance - you were going to blow it.

-No, I'm not, Whitney, all right?

I'm doing my job. I'm serving Ian's very special guest.

I'm going to prove to him - I'm going to prove to all of you -

that I'm a very responsible person.

If you don't mind, I've got work to do.

One more person to thank.

Yeah I'd like to check my balance, please.

-Right, I'm going to make a move.

-Are you going back to the house?

Well, no, I've got somewhere else to go on to.

-Right.

-Excuse me, excuse me.

-Gin and tonic?

-I ordered a vodka.

-Yeah, well, this is a gin.

-Is there a problem?

Yes, Ian, this man obviously doesn't even know what he's ordered.

-He definitely ordered vodka.

-It's fine. I'll have the gin.

No, it's not a problem. Lauren, could you please get me a vodka and tonic for Mr Pennant? Now.

-You do it.

-What?

I have given him what he ordered.

Come here. Look, I'm...

-Max, would you get her out of here, please?

-Lauren, come on.

I've got people to serve.

No, you're fired. Whitney, can you get me a vodka and tonic, please?

Joey, tell them, I'm not even drunk.

Lauren, out. Out.

What's the matter? Are you happy now, are you?

-It's nothing to do with me.

-It's always something to do with you.

-We haven't been together for ages.

-Well, keep it that way.

You think this is a one-off, do you, yeah? She's just got better at hiding it.

Thank you, Whitney. There you go, Mr Pennant.

Can you get me a bottle of champagne as well, please?

-Yes.

-It's fine.

No, if there's any cleaning bills, anything like that, please send me the bills.

As you can see, this restaurant is a great investment.

And any investment in it will be a fantastic return.

No, I'm not looking to invest.

Yeah, but Robert said...

No, no, I help people invest. I'm not an investor myself.

Right, right, right. So you could help me find some investors?

-What, for this place?

-Yeah.

I don't think so.

I'll take that, thank you.

Hang on, hang on.

-So we're cool, yeah? That means I can start seeing Scarlett?

-Start?

Yes, start. So I can come over tomorrow?

That depends.

-On what?

-On if I ever come back. Drive, please.

Thank you, Alice, for being so informative.

What have you done?

She said everything was OK. She said she wanted you to see Scarlett.

-What have you done?

-I told her...

everything. But I... She said it was OK.

-She wanted you at the restaurant.

-Where is she going?

-I don't know. I swear I don't know.

If I don't see my daughter again, I will destroy you.

Glass of water there, Lauren. We'll talk about it in the morning, yeah?

I'm not even that drunk, Dad.

Can you get out now?

Can you get out now, Dad?

Dad, can you just get out my room?

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Where's Jean? We really need to get these desserts out there.

She's out front. Some people wanted to thank her.

Oh, right.

I had a letter from the bank today. About my business account.

I'm going to go and find Jean, we need to get these out.

I phoned them. I didn't realise that the caff and the chippy

were buying quite so much stuff recently.

Designer cutlery, branded napkins, violinists.

-Lucy, please, I can explain.

-You've been stealing from me.

-No, it's not like that.

-And you know what? You must have forged my signature.

Because the bank said that cheques have been cashed.

Did you really think I wouldn't notice?

Love, I had to do something, OK.

I had to make sure that we got here.

-You wanted this to work. We both did.

-You stole from me.

No, no, no. I didn't steal from you, OK?

I've borrowed it - that's all.

And I will pay you back from the profits from the restaurant

and I'll pay you back plenty on top, I promise.

You lied. And I actually thought I could trust you again.

You can trust me.

No, Dad. No, I can't. I can never, ever, trust you.

All that rubbish - the next chapter, a Beale empire, moving on.

Dad, you are never, ever, going to move on. You're going to keep going round in pathetic circles.

Is this a private fight or should I open the door so everyone can hear?

Peter!

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