Larkfield Manor is poised for desolation as the summer of 1936 draws to an end. With Arthur away, Phyllis returns to her flat in London, while Elizabeth and Victoria plan to join her in a fortnight to resume their studies. Meanwhile, Peter Cartland requests a meeting with Phyllis, who also receives word from Jack. Liz tells Charles of her definitive plans for medical school. Geoffrey Cartland visits Larkfield with a proposition about Tallulah, and later, an annoyed Rosemary learns about her husband's meeting with Liz.
