Series 9 Episode 1 discussion

[Silktie]

Good start, I thought. There was some great scenes in this episode, and like many of you, I'd have to say my favourite was the Harry/old HS one. Absolutely fantastic. I thought Harry put the glass to his lips but didn't drink any of it. Loved how Blake realised what was going on the moment he noticed Harry still had his gloves on.

So Lucas is really a John? Interesting. I wonder if Vaughn really had a stroke or if he's just pretending? And whatever could be in that suitcase?

I like Beth and Dimitri, but especially Beth. She's a straight talker, isn't she? That's probably what impressed Harry enough to offer her a job. And her 'thank you' to Lucas when he gives her a few quid to get home was hilarious.

Poor Harry. It's a bloody wonder he hasn't had a breakdown before now, with everything he's been through. I really liked his line of not wanting to feel like he's covered in blood all the time anymore. I think it's very telling. It'll be interesting to see if the writers continue with this storyline for Harry, or whether he's gotten it out of his system now. He still seemed very unsettled in that last scene with Ruth, so maybe it will continue.

So Harry and Ruth can only be together through work? That sucks, blows and stinks. Not sure I understand Ruth's reasoning here. At least give the guy a hug at some stage, Ruth!