Doctor Foster

You're having an affair, but even if you have done this

I think I still really love you.

I'm not.

This girl is a fling. You're not.

She came into the surgery today and I did some tests.

- You're saying I'm... ? - Yes. You're pregnant.

He's just had a hot summer and messed it up. He'll come back.

When they make a decision on this child, you'll know.

But two years,

it says something.

For two years!

A woman might get the house,

the assets, the children, but that doesn't mean that she's won.

- You said you did a lot of divorce work. - I do. Why?

I'd like to book an appointment.

Hey!

Morning!

Early start for you.

Hi.

Looking good.

Meeting.

Right.

- I've... - Yeah.

No...

I've got a motorcycle accident

just beyond Junction 6 of the... A4220 out of Parminster.

- Is he going to die? - No.

The rider's male, conscious,

possible fractured arm.

Can you try and stay still for me.

I'm just lifting up your visor, OK?

Er, no... I'm a doctor, I just happened to be passing.

He's breathing, alert.

Yes, yes, OK.

Thank you.

You seem fine, but I need you to stay absolutely still.

Partly because of the risk of nerve damage,

also I don't want blood on my shirt

because I've got a really important meeting, is that all right?

Sorry?

What?

Hi.

Jesus! What happened to you?

Traffic.

My thoughts keep running over the last two years.

Birthdays, holidays.

When we've had sex and I've told him that I love him.

Walking around in the bedroom without any clothes on,

thinking he likes what he sees...

He was lying the whole time.

- Sorry, you're a lawyer, you don't need to hear this. - It's fine.

I asked you to bring in details of your finances...

- There. - These are just your current account.

Presumably, there are other savings, investments?

- He handles the money, always has done. - Why?

He said he was better at it.

So, you don't know your financial situation at all?

No, I suppose...

This project, what's it called?

- Academy Green. - And will it pay off?

He says it's doing well.

- He "says"... - Sorry.

This is...

No offence, but I'm not interested.

This is really dull. This is not what my life is about. I just...

I just want to skip to the bit where I move on.

In a divorce, he'll officially take 50% of everything.

- Your salary, your savings, your pension. - He cheated. Not me.

Doesn't matter. 50% is the default.

But if you're telling me he has complete control of your finances,

he might already have hidden money away in preparation.

Meaning... you could get even less. Are you happy with that?

- No, of course not. - Look.

By not telling him that you know,

you've got an unusual advantage.

You can look into this without him suspecting anything.

So, what do I do?

Depends what you want.

I want my son to stay living in the town where he was born.

I want to keep the life that I chose, the job that I love.

My dignity.

My money and my house.

Good. Then, in the meantime,

find out what he's planning.

How much money he's got.

And while you do that, play the dutiful wife

so he doesn't suspect a thing.

Morning, ladies and gentlemen, thank you for coming.

Highbrook has a proud history.

Generations of children have been educated here, including myself.

Um, then, three years ago,

the building was deemed unsuitable.

The school relocated to a purpose-built facility,

and now, I'm proud that the Academy Green development

will give a new lease of life to this historic site.

Quite right!

20 luxury flats, right in the heart of town.

This isn't just a business opportunity for me,

but a way of protecting the legacy of a building I love.

So, I hope you'll all join me for a glass of champagne...

Um, please take a brochure,

and let's, um... let's move forward! Let's build! Thank you.

- Was that all right? - Yes.

That'll be you one day, Tom.

- Tom! - It took ages, that one...

- Come and look at the model. Anna, Neil, come on. - Yeah.

He's not bad at this, is he? Public speaking.

He's worried about his suit.

- Why? - He says he looks like he's selling cars.

Right, yes, I see what you mean!

Neil, I wanted to ask, could we find a moment to go over my accounts?

I've always left it to Simon,

but I've realised perhaps maybe I should pay more attention.

- I thought you could talk me through it. - Sure.

Over dinner maybe.

Absolutely.

And maybe don't mention it to Simon.

- I wouldn't want him thinking that I don't trust him. - Of course.

Well, just let me know when.

Simon's right, this is historic.

I gave Karl Lucas a hand job against that wall in 1993.

And now, they're knocking it down!

There was no internet or mobiles in the early '90s.

So, in a town like this, nothing do except each other.

Listen...

Kate changed surgery. We got the paperwork through today.

Makes sense.

- Still need me tomorrow? - Yes.

Never been undercover before. It's exciting.

- Thanks. - OK.

Mum? If you haven't seen the model, you should.

- Impressed? - Mm, I suppose...

- Proud of your dad? - A bit, yeah.

- Thank you. - What for?

Everything.

It's my pleasure.

Simon!

Sorry, could you just cast your eye over this?

I can't do it.

She's going to think I'm selling something, or mental.

You've moved round the corner, just thought you'd say hello.

People don't do that any more.

They might if they're pregnant and want a sense of the community.

Right, I'll just drop all that into the conversation(!)

Say you're tired, put your hand on your tummy, and she'll work it out.

Just... get her to like you.

And then tomorrow, come back, get her talking about Simon,

divorce, plans, anything.

Worst that can happen, she shuts the door in your face.

And if she does, I'll still give you the money.

OK, OK.

_

Hi! Um, my name's Carly, I just moved in round the cor...

Well... and I'm, um...

- I am, too! - Are you? Congratulations!

Well, I'm sorry. I'll leave you in peace. It's nice to meet you though.

I will do. Hopefully, I'll see you around or something.

- _ - OK.

Bye.

How did you know?

We moved here when I was pregnant.

First thing I did? Made friends.

At least, that's what I thought they were.

We can stop the current medication,

but in terms of a replacement, it's difficult.

Your pain has proven very resistant to treatment.

From a medical perspective, I would advise we go on as we are.

But that's not to say there aren't any practical steps to make you

more comfortable that you could discuss with the staff here.

- We're having those conversations. - Good. Good.

All right.

Thank you for coming.

Thank you.

That's it, then. We just give up.

Mum, no...

If you have a pain in your head like a drill,

all day, and all night,

- how long do you wait? - Wait? What do you mean?

Mum, it'll be OK.

It went well today?

Yeah. Really well.

Mm. Proud.

You better get going.

Call us if you need anything.

Love you, Mum.

You understand, don't you?

- Yes. - I can't do this forever.

I just can't.

I...

I can't have this conversation.

We're not giving up. I promise.

I'll look into options.

See you very soon.

You don't look normal.

You could just say I look nice.

Well, yeah, that's what I mean. It's unusual.

- Thanks, Tom. - Long day. Taxi's outside.

- Right. - Where are you going again?

Local Medical Committee dinner.

Sounds boring.