12 November 1997

Roy’s incredulous at John’s stupidity, with plenty of “I told you so”s as well as the sound of John kicking himself so hard that if he’s not careful he’ll break his foot and shin. She’s disappeared back to her mother’s in Brum and, because he’s sure that she’ll not answer the phone, John planes to head there in the evening.
There’s another quiz match at the Bull scheduled for the evening and, with Usha and Neil unavailable, Bert’s pestering Lynda to be included, while she’s not keen after last week’s debacle, she has no choice.
DS Blackmore calls at Ambridge Hall and Lynda, despite the violations of the terms of his probation order, defends Clive’s behaviour in the face of many in the village not feeling able to forgive his past behaviour. She does admit though, that if he’s to be believed, it would make Eddie a liar.
John’s getting short shrift in Birmingham. Hayley is not responding well to his apologies and is shocked he should even try to talk to her. Despite his entreaties of love and devotion, she’s having none of it, sending him away with a tearful flea in his ear.
Back at the Bull, Bert is being ignored by his quiz team colleagues, despite doing fairly well. They’re losing by a mile and he’s not happy at being ignored.
John returns to Ambridge, pleading his case to Roy and seeking help in overcoming his stupid mistake.

Summarised by: Chris Harrison