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Directed by: Douglas MacKinnon Written by: Richard Kahan First aired on May 7, 2016 Servants, including Magnus (Robbie McIntosh) are cleaning up the mess left from the brawl that occurred at the Fraser's dinner party in the last episode. Claire (Caitriona Balfe) and Fergus (Romann Berrux) have been waiting all night for Jamie (Sam Heughan) to come home and Fergus has just fallen asleep on the sofa. Evidently Jamie, Murtagh and Alex Randall had been arrested and taken to the Bastille. But Jamie does show up the next morning and picks up the sleeping Fergus to take him his bed, saying, "Well Laddie, ye did well guarding your mistress." Then he and Claire are talking in their bedroom. Jamie tells her that Duverney showed up and ordered the captain of the guard to release him at once. She states that, "It's fortunate to have friends in high places." She asks about the fate of Murtagh and Alex Randall, and Jamie tells her that Murtagh was downstairs washing off the stench of the French prison, but Alex did not fare so well. Silas Hawkins had accused him of attacking Mary and it will take Mary stating otherwise to get him released. Claire tells Jamie that he aught to help him as he came to Mary's aid and he is not his brother. She asks if the Duke can help him, but Jamie tells her that the Duke sent word to the prison that Alex was fired so there's no help coming from him. Claire hopes that the Duke will have the same opinion of Prince Charles and Jamie agrees that he thinks that the Duke sees Charles as the poor investment that he is. Claire tells Jamie that Prince Charles left the dinner party with St. Germain, and Jamie frowns and says that no good can come from that pairing. He'll set Murtagh to follow St. Germain to see if anything is amiss. He asks Claire if she remembers anything more of the attack the night before, and she states that they spoke French like aristocrats, wore fine clothes and shoes. He asks how they escaped and she said one of them mistook her for some mythical creature called La Dame Blanche. Evidently she asked Fergus who that was and he said it was some sorceress. Jamie looks guilty and she asks if he'd heard of it. He admits that at Madame Elise's he told a few people that he was married to La Dame Blanche in order to keep Charles from pushing more whores on him without seeming unmanly. Claire doesn't appreciate his calling her a witch especially after what had happened at Crainemuir. She's incensed and he sheepishly says that there may have been a fair amount of drinking involved. She asks how many people heard him, and he replies only a few, but it was a good bit of gossip. She concludes that the assailants were also customers at Maison d'Elise, and Jamie says that if they can find them, they may lead them to St. Germain. "Heaven help him if he's responsible." She says it's been a long night, and he cuddles up behind her and says all he wishes for is for her to lay in his arms. Sweet! Next we see Jamie and Murtagh (Duncan Lacroix) at Jared's warehouse. Murtagh tells Jamie that he tracked St. Germain but saw nothing suspicious. Jamie asks him if he learned anything at Maison d'Elise, and he replies that a wench there told him about several customers, members of a gang, masked men called 'Les Disciples'. Aristocrats that prowl the streets in search of prey. Jamie tells him that Claire did say the assailants were well spoken and wore fine clothes. Murtagh adds, "The way into this gang: a maidenhead. Mary was a virgin, was she not?" Jamie confirms that she was. The warehouse Foreman (David Goodall) comes into the room informing Jamie that a new shipment has arrived and asks if he'd like a sample. Jamie tells him to start without him, that he'll join him later. Murtagh looks even more dour than usual and Jamie says he looks like a wreck and suggests he to go get some sleep. But he doesn't go. He tells Jamie that he's failed him. Jamie says he's done no such thing. "Ye gave me your trust; your wife, your child unborn, to guard. And that wee English lassie." Jamie tells him he was outmanned. Murtagh can't forgive himself for what happened in that alley. Or what could have happened. Jamie tells him to keep after him. If St. Germain is behind this, then they need to connect him to the gang, Les Disciples. Murtagh jumps up out of his chair and promises, "I will lay just vengence at your feet, or be damned." Jamie nods in agreement with that statement. Claire goes to visit Mary (Rosie Day) at her uncle Silas' home. Mary runs to Claire and hugs her fiercely, but is surprised that her uncle let her in. Claire informs her that he doesn't know about it, but she'd convinced her aunt that it's important that Claire give Mary a medical examination. Mary tells Claire that her uncle won't let her leave the house, and insists she leave Paris once she's recovered. She was relieved to hear that Jamie and Murtagh had been released, but Mary asks Claire to deliver a letter she's written describing the details of the attack to the authorities, and explaining Alex's innocence. Claire agrees to make sure it gets delivered at once. Mary thanks her, telling her that Alex is a good man, with a kind heart, and reminding her that she knows of her fondness for him. Claire gets down to business asking her how she feels, and Mary replies that she's feeling ashamed, like a different person now, and likely nothing will ever be the same. Claire assures her that she has nothing to be ashamed of, and that the attack was not her fault. Claire asks her how she's feeling physically. Mary admits that she bled a bit, but it stopped, and Claire reassures her that it is normal. Claire pulls a jar of herbs out of her bag and tells Mary they will help. They have to steep in hot water, and when the infusion has cooled down, apply it with a cloth. Mary asks her bluntly, "Am I going to have a baby?" Claire says she doesn't believe so as the attacker didn't finish. Mary expresses gratitude for all Claire has done for her, and relief that at least now they won't force her to marry that dreadful man, the Vicomte. Her uncle told her he'd never take a soiled bride. Claire says, "Good riddance! You're far too pretty, not to mention sweet, to marry such a warty old man." Mary is confident that once Alex is free he'll return to her, and they're hoping to be married, which surprises Claire. She's worried that if Alex and Mary wed, what will become of the lineage that is supposed to produce her first husband Frank? Mary signs and seals the letter for Claire to deliver to the autorities. And Claire briefly considers throwing it in the fire, because for Frank to eventually exist, Mary must marry Jack Randall, Alex's brother. Would disposing of the letter set things right even if it would ensure an innocent man stay in prison? Decisions, decisions... Prince Charles shows up at Jarad's warehouse finding Jamie working. He tells Jamie that the female haze that once clouded his mind has been lifted. And he has excellent news and orders Jamie to open his best bottle of burgandy. Jamie asks if it has to do with his investors, and Charles tells him not to mention those scoundrels who have shown their true colors. "What if I were to tell you that we are about to come into possion of ten thousand pounds? Stirling!" Jamie replies that this is what they've been waiting for. Charles has written to his father informing him of their good fortune. "MARK ME James. The king has led a dolorous life of misfortune. And now I stand poised to lay at his feet the world's most treasured gift: the throne of Britain." Jamie asks who it is that offers such a prize, and Charles reveals it is the Comte St. Germain, who wishes to buy a large shipment of Portugese Madiera. However, the Comte is short of funds and in despirate need of a business partner. Jamie asks what the Comte requires, and Charles reveals that he's secured a loan to cover half the cost of the shipment and then they'll earn themselves a rich profit. Jamie reminds him it won't be enough to buy an army, but Charles says it will be enough to start securing ships, weapons, and fighting men for their holy cause. And when Duverney sees what they've accomplished, he'll advise the king that it's a worthy investment. With the French money, Charles will lead them all to the gates of London and to GLORY. Jamie's eyes are big, then he raises a glass and toasts, "Good news indeed". Jamie admits that the thought of a partnership with St. Germain makes him uneasy. Charles tells him that he's no fool; that he's well aware of his damnable reputation. Jamie goes into detail about him being rumored to participate in heretical circles and demonic rituals. Charles counters with "Rumor and innuendo. I pay no more attention to that than I do the rumors about your wife, Le Dame Blanche. St. Germain is no lover of my cause, but he is a man of business, and I have arranged for you to be the one to sell the wine." Jamie is shocked, "Me?" "Well who better than you to secure the buyer and keep a wary eye on St. Germain?" Jamie asks when they are to expect the shipment, and Charles orders him not to plauge him with workman's concerns. He has arranged for Jamie and St. Germain to meet at Maison d'Elise to discuss particulars. Charles raises his glass and toasts, "To the glorious day when the rightful king sits on the British throne oncemore!" Poor Jamie who has to return with, "To the glorious day". Claire and Alex Randall (Laurence Dobiesz) are walking together after she's delivered Mary's letter to assure Alex's release from the Bastille. He expresses his thanks and tells her it was a frightening experience. She tells him that Mary has told her of their plans to wed. He's so happy. But she's concerned about his ability to find a new position, and points out to him that Mary deserves better than a pauper's life. He breaks into a caughing fit. She reminds him that he's unwell and it wouldn't be fair to Mary to have to sacrifice her youth to nurse him. He should consider putting aside his feelings and thinking of what's best for her. He agrees with her assessment and says, "Condemning Mary to a life of penuary is something I wouldn't dream of. I love her enough to want her to have the future she deserves. She's going to be devestated, you know." Claire counters with, "Yes, she will. But in time she will move on from this." "Thank you for your candor, Madame Fraser. Mary is fortunate to have a friend as caring as you." BARF! Alex gets up, bows to Claire and walks off stricken. Claire's voiceover tells us that it broke Claire's heart to break his. Clearly Alex and Mary loved one other and she was robbing them of happiness, but what choice did she have? She forced herself to focus on the evidence that Mary Hawkins and Jonathan Randall were destined to have a child together. Alex and Mary simply could not be for Frank's sake. St. Germain (Stanley Weber) are meeting at Madame Elise's brothel. The owner herself, Madame Elise (Michele Belgrande-Hodgson) brings them drinks and offers them a lady, or maybe two. But either of them are interested and both are looking very comfortable. Jamie tells the Comte he dislikes being joined together in business and doesn't want to sit in his presence any longer than needed so he suggests they get down to business. The Comte also shares his distaste for their partnership and says his memory never fails. He hasn't forgotten Claire's callous attempt to ruin him. Jamie replies, "Since you brought up my wife, let me make myself clear: someone tried to poison her, and attacked her in the street, then raped her friend. My memory is as long as yours. When I find the man reponsible, he'll die a very slow and painful death." The Compte replies, "Your personal life is of no interest to me. Absolutely none at all. I, alone, will procure the shipment. It will be secured at my warehouse...until you have buyers in place. Contact me then...and not before." He gets up and throws some coins on the table. Claire, Jamie and Murtagh are talking back at the apartment. Jamie tells them that if the wine venture is successful, and he gets other investors, he has no doubt that the Prince will set sail for Scotland straight away. Claire says then it's simple; they must find a way to dispose of that shipment before it's sold. Jamie wishes that St. Germain will do them a favor and bring it in on another ship infected with smallpox. A lightbulb goes off and Claire tells him that she thinks that a case of smallpox could be faked with certain herbs. Jamie asks if that's even possible, and she's not sure, but will look into it. Jamie reminds her that they are due at the Royal Stables where Jamie promised the Duke to help him purchase a team of horses, tomorrow. Then Jamie tells her that he's been waiting for a good time to surprise her with something. It's a case holding 12 Apostle Spoons that were passed down in his family. He tells her that once they'd arrived in France he'd written Jenny with their news and asked her to send them, for the bairn's christening. Jenny told him that she was so full of excitement she could hardly keep the quill steady in her hand. Claire is very moved by his thoughtfulness. But she's also worried about whether or not she'll be a good mother. As a nurse, she knows how to deliver a baby, now to feed one, and how to treat one who is ill, but that's not being a mother. She only has a vague memory of her own mother, nothing to guide her. Jamie reassures her, "What ye don't ken, ye'll learn...we'll learn, together." She tells him she loves him, he says he loves her too, and they kiss. A very tender moment between expectant parents. The next day at the Royal Stables, many well-dressed people are walking around enjoying the day. Jamie tells Claire that he misses the smell of the stable, and she says that makes one of them. Then the Duke of Sandringham (Simon Callow) walks up to Claire and kisses her hand, flattering her effusively. She tells him she believes she's about to be ill. He starts and she reassures him it's not contagious and excuses herself. Then the Duke and Jamie wander around looking at horses and Jamie evaluates them and gives his recommendation whether each horse is worth the cost or not. The Duke tells Jamie that he was very distressed to hear of his legal woes, especially after such a lovely dinner. "The Bastille! Perish the thought!" Jamie replies that he wasn't there for long, but some of the poor devils have been there for decades. The Duke counters with, "Oh well, life can be harsh." Claire is looking at a lavishly decorated buffet table and tastes a grape. Annalise de Marillac (Margaux Chalelier) is walking by and notices Claire. She approaches and says in French, "Madame Broch Tuarach, what a pleasure!" Claire replies, also in French, "Lovely to see you again, Annalise." Annalise invites her to walk with her through the garden and Claire accepts. Back to the Duke who tells Jamie that his dinner party was not entirely wasted as it allowed him to take the measure of his Prince. Jamie asks what was his assessment? "My considered opinion: he's an utter ass." Jamie says he's sorry his opinion is such, and the Duke says he imagines Jamie is, especially because he seems to have pledged himself to the Prince's service. Jamie comments on another horse that doesn't live up to it's claims, and the Duke wonders out loud why someone who is such a good judge of horseflesh is such a poor judge of men. Jamie replies, "I see the Prince for what he is, but his father is the true king." "Nobly said." They wonder off to look at more horses. Jamie sees one he likes very much, but the Duke wants to look at more as he values having options. Annalise says to Claire that she's lived in Scotland. Does she find life there to be simpler? Claire confirms that is in some ways, but not in others. The politics and manipulations between the clans and lairds can rival even the intrigues of Versailles. Annalise tells Claire that James was never a man for intrigue, at least in those days. He was direct and honest. Simple. Claire says she wouldn't call Jamie simple. "Not today, now he is a man of business, of politics, like all the others. It saddens me to think of him like that." Claire reassures her that he's still Jamie, and she doubts he'll ever lose track of who he really is at heart. Annalise says that when she knew him he was impulsive, headstrong, and Claire confirms he still is. But Annalise says, "Oh, but when I knew him he was a boy; you've turned him into a man. Speaking of men, there's a rather dashing one over there, staring at us. He seems quite taken with you." Claire turns around and sees Jonathan Randall approaching them, looking very intense. Her face drops and her eyes go wide with shock. "Claire."e; Annalise assumes that they're acquainted. Annalise assumes that they're acquainted, and Jack confirms it and introduces himself in French to Annalise, removes his hat and bows, wincing in pain. She responds in kind, introducing herself to him. Annalise asks him if he's in discomfort, and he replies that he met with an accident some time ago, and then meaningfully looks at Claire, who turns her back on him and tells Annalise she's suddenly feeling unwell. Annalise blurts out that she'll go for her husband and leaves before Claire can stop her. Randall says, "Jamie, he's here? Where?" and Claire turns back towards him with anger and trepadation. She tells him that he should go because if he sees him Jamie will cut his throat. Randall informs her that would be a mistake because drawing a sword in the presence of the King is punishable by death. Claire turns to leave and he cuts her off saying, "This is unbelievable. The fates are toying with us now, setting our feet on seemingly divergent paths that still somehow converge in the most unlikely of places." She tries to leave again and he cuts her off again. She says emphatically, "Get out of my way!quot; "Claire, surely you of all people can step outside the passions of the moment and appreciate the sublime preposterousness of the universe that would guide us to a meeting at the French court." She tries again to walk past him but he grabs her arm to stop her. "Let go of me!" Jack says, "The king." And Claire says, "Fuck the King" Jack smiles, and then lunges into a deep bow. Surprised, Claire turns around as King Louis and his entourage walk up to them. Startled, she curtsies as the King says in French, "Madame Fraser...The King takes great pleasure in seeing you again." Claire replies, also in French, "As I do you, Your Magesty." The King gestures to Randall, who's still bowing. So Claire is forced to introduce the king to Jonathan Wolverton Randall, Captain of His Britannic Majesty's 8th Dragoons, in French. The King welcomes Randall to Versailles, in French, and Jack replies, also in French, "Thank you, Your Majesty. It is a great honour to be here." Evidently Jack's French was not up to snuff as the King and his entourage are laughing at him. The King tells them in French, "None of that." Then he addresses Jack in English, "You will forgive the rudeness of these children, Captain. The French language is not easily mastered by the English." Jack assures him he took no offense. Then Louis says in French as he reaches for Claire's hand, "Oh, but perhaps the King himself has offended you. Madame Fraser, I assure you that your accent is flawless...as always." Claire replies in French as the King kisses her hand, "Your Majesty is far too kind." The King tells Randall in English, "The King admires your uniform Captain. It is so seldom seen at his court. Such bold colors, as befit the brave soldiers of your sovereign. A pity that your countrymen are too busy slaughtering each other to exchange such pleasantries." Randall counters, in English, "Speaking as a soldier of many years, Your Majesty, I must say that I find war preferable to politics. At least in war you know your enemies." "The King finds some truth in what you say, however, we hope your affection for carnage does not ultimately prove fatal for you." Giggles... Addressing Claire, "You and the Captain are friends, Madame?" "We are acquainted." "Hum... Does that not present difficulty with your husband? He is afterall a proud Scottish warrior, and great supporter of my cousin's rightful place as King of the British throne. Or perhaps you have not met Lord Broch Tuarach." Jamie approaches, Jack puts his hand on his sword, and Jamie answers the King, bowing, "Captain Randall and I have met several times, Your Majesty. Are you well Captain?" Jack answers, "Very well, sir. Thank you." "I hear you had a rather unfortunate encounter with some...sheep, was it?" "Cattle, actually." Jamie asks him if he's recovered, and Randall said, mostly, but he still has a little difficulty getting out of bed on cold mornings. Jamie tells him politely that he understands the weather in Paris is expected to be quite warm all week. Jack says Jamie need have no concern for his health, and Jamie says he's delighted to hear it. Claire, looking quite bewildered, says, "Tell us, Captain, why are you here?" Jack answers that he's there on an errand of mercy, to aid his brother. The King makes a gesture as if he's curious to know more, so Jack says, "Your Majesty, until recently, my brother was in the employ of the Duke of Sandringham, and I've come here to ask His Grace to reconsider his position." The King says, "Perhaps you should beg." Jack questions, "Beg? Your Majesty?" And the Kings says, "Yes, on your knees. To ask a favor of such a mans as the Duke would not be possible. If you beg him, however, that is a different matter.... On your knees!" Jack looks at Jamie, then back at the King, makes a tortured face, then reluctantly goes down on his knees. Jamie is sneering at him. The King smiles, then giggles, then laughs outright. Jamie too is appreciating Jack's embarrasment. Then the King says, "Not now. You English are so, etal (sp?)" Claire says, "Your Majesty?" and he gestures for her to proceed. She tells him that she's feeling unwell and asks his permission to retire. He replies with, " Of course! Be well Madame Fraser. Take some rest.... You may retire as well, Lord Broch Tuarach." They both leave, and Jack is still on his knees. Motioning to Captain Randall, "The King gives you leave to rise. It would be a shame to stain such pretty britches." The King and his men are all laughing at Jack as they walk off, and he's looking miserable. As Jamie and Claire are walking away, Jamie asks her if she really is feeling unwell. Is it the bairn? She says she's not. She just wanted them to get away from that exchange. Jamie abruptly leaves her and walks back to Jack. They have a few words, Jack touches Jamie's shoulder, Claire freaks out by this, then they both bow to each other, and Jamie walks back to Claire looking very pleased with himself. Claire asked him what just happened. Jamie said he challenged him to a dual and he accepted. "He said he owed me a debt." In the carriage riding back to Jared's apartment Jamie is looking quite happy, and Claire looks like she's about to burst out crying. Jamie jumps out of the carriage when it stops. Fergus runs to meet them, Jamie hands his sword to him and tells Fergus, "It is a great day Laddie." "Is it?" "You have no idea. Fetch Murtagh at once." Claire, still inside the carriage, tells the driver, "Take me to the Bastille...with all due haste!", the servant closes the carriage door, and they race off. Inside, Jamie is talking over the situation with Murtagh who agrees to arrange the particulars with his second. As the challenged, Randall will select the weapons. What if it's pistols? But Jamie doesn't think that's what he'll do. Too quick. Too far apart. He'll want to look Jamie in the eye. Murtagh reminds Jamie not to underestimate Randall's skills. Randall didn't get to be Captain of the Dragoons without knowing how to handle a blade. Claire enters the room and states flatly, "There won't be any duel. Randall is locked away in the Bastille. Jamie demands, "On what charge?" and Claire tells him that she swore an accusation against him, that he was the one who attacked Mary and her. Jamie asks her if she's lost her mind, swearing a false charge. She says they won't be able to hold him for long, and she can always tell them that she must have been mistaken. She needs the time to get Jamie to listen to her, so he won't go through with the duel. He's furious! Feeling betrayed. He wants to know she'd do such a thing. "Because dueling is outlawed in France! And if you're caught, you could spend the rest of your life behind bars, or worse. I won't risk that. You're about to become a father! You have to think of me and your child." Jamie doesn't buy that. There are places in the city where the gens d'armes (men-at-arms) are not present. Murtagh chimes in telling her that he won't get caught, he'll see to it. Claire yells at Murtagh to please leave. This is between Jamie and her, so he walks away and Claire closes the doors behind him. Jamie tells Claire that she gave him a gift, that he'd be the one to end that bastard's life, and now he's claiming that gift. She begs for him to listen to her, stating emphatically that he can't kill Randall. Jamie says there's no reason, and she says it's because of Frank. If Jamie kills Randall now, then Frank will never be born. Jamie wants to know what that means. Claire reminds him that she told him about seeing Frank's family tree, and on it was the name Jack Randall. He married Mary Hawkins, and together they are supposed to have a child, and that child is Frank's ancestor. If he kills Randall before the child is conceived, then it is the same as if he killed Frank too. He must exist! He's part of the future."reason, and she says it's because of Frank. If Jamie kills Randall now, then Frank will never be born. Jamie wants to know what that means. Claire reminds him that she told him about seeing Frank's family tree, and on it was the name Jack Randall. He married Mary Hawkins, and together they are supposed to have a child, and that child is Frank's ancestor. If he kills Randall before the child is conceived, then it is the same as if he killed Frank too. "He must exist! He's part of the future." Jamie counters, "I thought we were here to change the future." Claire claims that Frank is innocent in all of this, and he can't kill an innocent man. He's committed no crime against either of them. Jamie is getting more and more angry. He yells, "And for that, Jack Randall should live? I can stand a lot, more than most. I've proven as much! Must I bear everyone's weaknesses? May I not have my own?" He swears some in Gaelic, then says, "You of all people, you were there. You saw what he did to me!" She only asks for a delay. Jamie grabs a knife and says, "You have a choice. Him or me. I canna live if Randall lives. If you wilna allow me to kill him, then kill me, now, yourself!" He holds her hand around the knife pointed at his chest. She's crying trying to pull her hand back and insisting on one year, long enough for the child to be conceived. After that she swears she will help him bleed him herself. He lets go of the knife and she tosses it away. Then she reminds him that he owes her that much because she's saved his life, not once, but twice. "You owe me a life!" "I see, and now you claim your debt?" "I can't make you see reason any other way." "Jesus! God Claire! You'd stop me taking vengence on the man that made me play his whore? The man that lived in my nightmares, in our bed. Almost drove me to take my own life! I'm a man of honor; I pay my debts! So tell me now, is that what you're asking of me? To pay you with the life of Black Jack Randall?" "Yes." Jamie looks stricken, then resigned. He picks up his sword and kisses it."A year. Not one day more." She starts to reach for him and he glowers at her saying, "Do NOT touch me!" He walks away holding his shattered hand. Take the Episode Quiz Recap by Mary Girven