It's the twins' birthday but Iftikar arrives for Freddie's lesson. Elizabeth apologises. She forgot to cancel it but he's welcome to stay for the party. Still needing to find a special Christmas present for Kirsty, Iftikar declines but asks if he can look round the grounds before he leaves.
Elizabeth goes with Ifty and he's impressed by it all. Elizabeth is grateful for Iftikar's work with Freddie Bringing up two children on her own is a big responsibility. Iftikar understands. He lost his dad when he was 14.
Kenton tells Jill that Lynda's show is bordering on disaster. It needs more fun. He has a flash of inspiration and asks Jill to help him source some Elizabethan fashion accessories. Jill wishes he'd tell her what he's up to, and hopes it won't upset Lynda.
Ed and Emma agree that George needs to be told that they're moving in with Neil and Susan. He seems fine with the idea. Now Emma worries about Will. She doesn't want him to hear about it from George. She explains their situation to Nic, who is sympathetic and tells her not to worry about Will. She'll tell him.