Episode 35 Longing for the Summer Holidays
Good morning, Anne.
Good morning.
What's wrong? You don't look very well today.
The river is flowing, the flowers are in full bloom everywhere.
Spring has come.
Anne, you must be tired out from the lessons at Queens.
Let's talk about something happier.
Queens? Perhaps.
Springtime is here at Green Gables again.
The world is filled with blooming flowers yet again.
The season has a negative effect on one's concentration.
While other students are at Lovers' Lane,
hanging out at the orchard, enjoying spring,
Those who are having lessons can only envy them through the window.
We were enthusiastic about the lessons all through winter.
But now, the enthusiasm is slowly ebbing away.
Anne and Gilbert Blythe are not working as hard.
Just about now, Anne heard shocking news
Anne, I heard that Ms Stacy is leaving the school, is it true?
How could it be? I've never heard of it.
I heard her Alma Mater offered her a teaching position.
The teacher finds it difficult to turn them down.
What will become of the Queen's lessons then?
This basically means...
that I will not believe these malicious rumours.
Ms Stacy has always put her heart into educating us.
But I heard it from Mrs Lynde.
What are we going to do?
I'm definitely not getting into Queens.
But we don't even know if it's true.
Let's just go directly to ask her.
I don't have the courage.
Yes, what if she tells us that she really is planning to leave.
I'll totally collapse if she tells is that.
Here's Ms Stacy now.
What's wrong? You should be happy that vacation is coming.
Just hang on in there a while more.
Come on girls. Concentrate a little more.
What time is that child going to wake up?
Yes, she isn't up yet.
She should be getting up soon.
She gets up so late that she doesn't have time for breakfast.
She doesn't even complete her tasks sometimes.
She's not only hardworking in the winter,
she is much better at helping around the house.
Really? Is she just tired out?
Anne?
Nothing's wrong with her in the day, she talks just as much.
But, she can't go out to play right?
Yes, maybe you are right.
But it's hard to imagine that she could ever be worn out.
Anne, you are going to be late if you still don't get up.
Anne, Anne.
I know.
Just like that, the last day of the school term has arrived.
It is the last day of the Queen's class of the year.
Everyone's a little tired, honestly I'm a little relieved
Everyone has been working hard for the past 6 months.
You all deserve a good break during this vacation.
Also get enough rest and prepare to take the entrance exam next year.
I'm sure you all would do very well for the coming entrance exam.
This is strange, why are you all so quiet?
Ms Stacy, would you be teaching us again next year?
Oh, it's about this, isn't it?
I was thinking about it.
I did consider a teaching position in my Alma Mater.
But I have decided to stay on here.
I like being here with all of you.
So before you all graduate, I'll be here.
Hurray!
So there's nothing to worry about.
Thank you, Ms Stacy.
Thank you.
This is great news.
Don't be silly.
We were all worried that you would leave us.
We won't be able to get used to a new teacher.
That's right.
I'm sorry to have caused you undue worry.
But you are not in school because of me but for yourselves.
No matter what happens, you have to study very hard.
We know all that, but this is still good news.
Charlie, now you can rest assured.
You too.
Ok then, we'll see one another in a month's time.
Ok!
Matthew, I'm home.
Your vacation starts officially tomorrow.
The school term end today.
Really? Do you want a ride?
Yes.
Marilla, I'm home.
Vacation starts tomorrow.
Although the child loves to study, she's worn out.
What are you doing here? You should be filling the milk bottles.
Marilla, I'm packing all my books, I don't want to see them anymore.
I have been working very hard the whole school term.
I have even memorized all my lessons.
My brain is overworked, I want to use my imagination this holidays.
Don't joke with me.
I can imagine what will happen if you only relied on your imagination.
Don't worry, Marilla. I'll stay out of trouble.
I'm just hoping forward to a peaceful vacation.
You are not to climb onto Mr Barry's roof again this year.
Matthew, I'm determined to enjoy my vacation.
This could be the last vacation of my childhood.
My, you are growing to be very tall.
Mrs Lynde said the same thing.
She thinks I need a longer skirt.
Otherwise I'll look like a long-legged spider.
She didn't say that!
Yes, she did.
You would have to behave like a lady when you wear a long skirt.
You can't act like a child anymore.
You mustn't act like a wild spirit as well.
That is why I have to believe in all these during my vacation.
I am sure that the vacation is going to be very interesting.
Ruby Gillis is having a birthday party.
The Sunday School is also having a picnic.
There will also be a welcome concert next month.
And many more activities.
It does sound all very interesting.
But you have to read a little as well.
Didn't you hear me before?
I'm not planning to touch any book for these 2 months.
Books don't help you to use your imagination.
You aren't telling me that you are not going to help around the house.
No, I'm grown up. I must do what I must do.
Then I can put my mind at ease, for you have been lazy of late.
I'm sorry.
I can't seem to get up early during Springtime.
That was probably due to the load of schoolwork.
You think I'm exhausted?
I don't think so. I'm full of energy.
Tomorrow is the official beginning of Anne's vacation.
The second day after clearing breakfast,
Anne immediately left to find Diana.
They were to discuss how to spend the next 2 months.
She wants to set her plans.
Good morning, Diana.
Good morning to you.
That afternoon,
I'm going for the baptism now.
I have asked Diana to attend to tea.
Alright, be careful on the way.
Matthew.
Are you alright?
Come here for a while, Little Jerry Boute.
Matthew's heart hasn't been well for a while.
That was why we wanted a boy from the orphanage to help him.
We wanted to lessen his workload.
This is not a sudden disease.
I've said this before that you shouldn't let him get exert himself.
Too much exertion or excitement is not good for him.
But I have been doing this for years, Doctor.
Really? But we can't be too careless here.
However it doesn't help if you keep worrying about it.
Come to me when you are feeling unwell.
Thank you, Doctor.
Remember, don't get too excited.
I understand, Doctor. Sorry to make you come all the way.
Anne's not home?
She's out, what's wrong?
I have seen her before and she doesn't seem very well.
Totally different from last year when she broke her leg.
Don't tell me Anne's ill.
I don't think it's really an illness.
But I think fresh air would be good for her.
Let her be as lively as she was.
I heard she's an excellent student.
If she continues to neglect her health,
she might get some lung disease.
Lung disease? Anne's got lung disease?
Please remain calm.
I didn't want to alarm you, just a warning.
I see.
She doesn't want to get out of bed these days.
It's not that serious. Let her enjoy herself this vacation.
Once she regains her health, things will be alright again.
I'll come again next time. Bye.
I had warned her not to exert herself too much.
That child just loves to study.
But then again she gets too passionate about everything.
What if she really gets sick. Oh dear.
But it's strange.
She actually knew what she needed.
She knew exactly.
Why are you up? You should be resting.
No, I feel alright. It's just an old ailment.
I just need to rest a little. You needn't have sent for the Doctor.
You have to listen to the Doctor this time.
Let Jerry do all the work.
Matthew.
Ok, did the Doctor mention Anne?
He mentioned that Anne has grown taller,
and that she's an excellent student. All good things.
I see, Marilla.
You are not to tell Anne
about my ailment just as always.
I knew you would say that. I won't tell her.
You shouldn't be worrying like this. It's not good for your heart.
I'll get you a pot of tea.
Thank goodness Anne is not around today.
Otherwise she'll want to help Matthew with all his chores.
Matthew, you are back. I'll go get you tea.
Alright...
Marilla, how was the baptism?
I have a little headache. I don't think I'm going today.
Really?
I'm sorry, I'm late.
It's alright. Did you have fun today?
I spent the day at Diana's talking about girl matters.
We haven't had such a good chat since I joined Queens.
That won't do. You have to spend more time outside.
Didn't you say you were going to have a lot of fun?
The second afternoon.
Anne, who had just spent the day with Diana,
met Mrs Lynde who was visiting.
Since Marilla didn't turn up for the baptism yesterday
she's here to visit.
Matthew's heart acted up again yesterday.
Oh dear, that's not a good sign.
That was why I couldn't leave him alone.
But thank God, he's better now.
He seems to be getting worse. I'm worried about him.
The Doctor kept stressing that he shouldn't get too excited.
If that's the case, then it's alright.
Matthew seldom gets excited about anything.
That's true.
The Doctor also asked him to keep away from exerting chores.
He isn't one to keep still though.
That's also true.
Why don't you stay for tea today?
Anne's baking cookies today. You have to try some.
Anne?
That's a rare sight. Alright, I'll stay then.
Speaking of the devil, here's the girl herself.
Good afternoon, Mrs Lynde.
Look, I got this from the beach today.
It's a very pretty shell.
I'm going to bake now.
I didn't let Anne know about Matthew's incident yesterday.
While Marilla was speaking with Mrs Lynde,
Anne made tea and baked cookies.
Even the fussy Mrs Lynde couldn't
find fault with her delicious cookies.
Those cookies were delicious!
Mrs Lynde actually praised me.
Anne is such a good girl. She must help out a lot.
Yes, she's matured a lot more.
I can leave her to handle a lot more things now.
I was really shocked by her 3 years ago.
I still can recall her fiery temper.
I was telling my family, Marilla will regret this.
Honestly, until recently,
I was worried that she wouldn't get rid of her temper,
Marilla, I know enough to admit that I was wrong.
At least until now, I haven't been wrong before.
I was wrong about Anne, but you can't blame me.
I have never met a girl like her before.
She's not your normal girl next door.
But she has changed so much. I'm shocked.
She's become such a good girl.
Anne doesn't know about Matthew's ailment.
Neither does she know that Marilla worries about her health.
She is just enjoying the vacation.
The entrance exam is coming.
The absentees from the Story Club is increasing.
Next on Anne of Green Gables The Future of the Story Club.
Please watch it.