Episode 46 Matthew's Love
It's been months since I slept this well.
What bliss to be able to stay in Avonlea for 3 months before Redmond.
I'm so blessed.
I am finally home.
Anne, Anne, time for breakfast.
Oh dear, is it that late already?
Good morning.
I'm sorry for being late.
You haven't been home for a while, that's why.
Have a seat.
Good morning, Matthew.
Good morning, you should have slept a while longer.
I kept asking Marilla not to wake you up.
Whatever it is,
Matthew has been waiting the whole morning to have breakfast with you.
It's alright. Anne's home for 3 whole months.
Thank you, Matthew.
Oh yes, this is Martin, he came to help us last month.
Ms Anne, I've heard so much about you.
I'm sorry I'm late.
It's alright.
I'll take my leave now.
Thanks.
Martin is a very good helper.
He has lightened my load a lot.
Really, that's good, Matthew.
Yes, thank goodness.
That way, Matthew gets more rest.
Ok, ready for breakfast?
I'm starting on mine.
I'm done. You are fast today.
It's been a long time since Marilla has cooked for me.
Is it that good?
I'm going out now.
Don't overwork yourself.
Alright.
Take it slow, Matthew.
Marilla, how is Matthew?
He doesn't look too good.
Maybe he's just getting old.
Since you came back in that storm,
he has had a few relapses. He refuses to rest.
I'm also very worried.
But it's been some time since his last relapse, and his work is less.
I hope he gets that long due rest.
But, Anne, there's nothing to worry about since you're home.
Matthew's spirits rises with your very appearance.
And Marilla, you don't seem to be doing as well as before too.
You look exhausted.
Do I look tired?
It's just my age catching up with me.
I'm not overworked, it's just my frequent headaches.
I get headaches very often. My eyes also hurt.
Dr Spencer doesn't know what is wrong exactly as well.
I heard that an eye specialist would be in town soon.
Doctor Spencer suggested consulting him, though I'm still hesitant.
It's better to go for a checkup.
It's such a bother not being able to read and see things.
Marilla, you should rest while I'm home.
Let me have the day off today.
Ane I can take over the household chores from tomorrow on.
Anne, you are such a sensible child.
You have achieved excellent results and won a scholarship.
I'm so proud of you.
Mrs Lynde always says there's no point in girls studying.
I don't agree with her one bit.
Marilla, just hearing you say that makes me so glad.
Since you will be going to University, with your scholarship,
the burden's not as heavy.
The tougher chores can be left to Martin now,
there's less to worry about.
We were talking about...
Good morning, Marilla.
Mrs Lynde, is something wrong?
Good morning, Mrs Lynde.
Anne. You are home.
Marilla, is Matthew home?
He just left. Is something wrong?
Yes.
The rumour is true. Abbey Bank is on the verge of collapse.
Hold on, Mrs Lynde.
Anne, go get Matthew.
Alright.
Anne, don't mention anything to him just yet.
I understand, Marilla.
Matthew, you have to hear me out calmly.
We have to get our money out of Abbey Bank very quickly.
Matthew Cuthbert, my husband heard the rumour in the city.
It's going to happen in a couple of weeks.
We don't know where the rumour started but it's definitely true.
There was chaos at the bank yesterday.
You must remain calm, this was coming.
It's collapsing?
It would be terrible if it was true.
I remember you had contacts at Abbey's Bank.
What do you think?
I think we should listen to Mrs Lynde.
No. We shouldn't.
Mr Russell said it was just one of the bank's strategies.
And Mr Abbey and I
I know you trust him,
but this has already spread beyond personal acquaintance.
Moreover, it has been said that their new financial plan has failed.
Anne, did you hear anything about it while you were in the city?
Ms Barry did bring it up, but I didn't understand much.
Matthew, even if you don't trust me, go and check it out.
Go to someone influential to obtain some information.
If the need arises, I can go with you.
Yes, Matthew, let's do that.
Mrs Lynde came all the way to inform us about it.
Really?
I don't think there's cause for worry.
I'm on my way to Mr Bryan's to get some information.
I think he should know about this.
Matthew, you must take the money out if things don't go well.
It's not the time for loyalty now.
Yes.
I understand that.
Mr Cuthbert, it's been a long time.
What is the purpose of your visit today?
It's just about the Abbey Bank.
I didn't think you would be affected by the rumours.
No, I...
I understand, please come this way.
I don't smoke.
Well, Mr Cuthbert, I'm telling you frankly,
although this was not made public,
Abbey was going through a crisis a while ago,
but everything's alright now.
All the banks have lent their support to the bank.
Mr Bryan, surely you aren't lying to me.
I'm one of the managers of the bank, I would not lie to you.
Yes, I see. I can put my heart at ease then.
I'm not worried in the least, but everyone else
thinks that the bank is closing down.
Yes, it's like this.
Mr Cuthbert, those are merely rumours.
Someone wants to spite Mr Abbey,
and they have spread the malicious rumours.
Although I can't vouch personally that it is false,
but old business partners like us,
if we choose to believe in these, Abbey would be finished.
Savings is the lifeline of any bank.
I didn't intend to take my money out.
Really?
I heard about the girl you adopted.
I heard she's a genius and that she has gotten a place at Redmond.
You must be very proud of her.
Yes, of course, as you were saying...
She's not only a intelligent, she's a dear.
You seem to dote on her, that's great.
I hope you will continue to support Abbey's.
Yes, I was never worried about it.
This was definitely not a wasted trip.
It was my honour.
So that was it.
But we don't know when the situation will change adversely,
didn't you mention taking half of our savings out,
don't worry, Marilla.
Mr Bryan stressed that there was nothing wrong at the bank,
and I also believe in Mr Abbey.
Well, if you really think so, let's just wait for a while.
It will be ok, Marilla. I'm leaving now.
Don't overwork yourself.
I know that.
Careful, Matthew.
Marilla, is it really alright?
It should be.
Matthew's intuition has always been pretty accurate.
Maybe it's just like he said, that the bank is alright.
Relax, there's nothing to worry about.
Yes, everything will be fine.
Finish your potatoes quickly, you are going outdoors today.
The forest is calling.
Oh yes, I nearly forgot that.
Marilla, just give me the day off today.
Go! You hardly get the chance to rest.
That is so great.
I heard that when you got the Avery scholarship,
I just shouted, 'Congratulations Anne.'
We did give thanks to the Lord as well.
Thank you, Mrs Alan.
You are at your peak now.
You must have new dreams and aspirations waiting.
Now you actually get enough rest for more challenges ahead
Matthew and Marilla must be delighted.
Yes, they are very happy for me, but...
But what?
I realise that both Matthew and Marilla have both aged.
I have to leave them for another 4 years to be at Redmond.
Somehow I feel,
as if I should stay here and help out.
So it's like this.
I can't blame you for thinking like that.
They are both getting on in age.
Have you given up on university and decided to stay here?
No, I haven't made up my mind yet.
That's true. You worry about them,
yet you do not want to give up your bright future.
No. I really don't want to do that.
Yes, that's why I'm caught in the middle.
Then, bring your worries with you to Redmond.
If you give Redmond up, and become a teacher here,
Matthew and Marilla will both be secretly very glad,
but you will regret giving up the opportunity.
But...
Anne, we can't draw clear boundaries all the time,
that is the problem with Life.
If they are happy that you got a place in the University,
you should remember this.
Bring your troubles with you and graduate with the best results.
That is the road you should take.
Also, that is their expectation of you.
I'm glad that you think about these things.
If you had become arrogant about getting a place in University,
you would have been a failure.
Anne, there's no need to make sense of everything,
no... I should say sometimes, not knowing could be a blessing.
Although I can't be sure that your problems can be solved here,
but there's something to be gained here.
Yes, Mrs Alan.
Although I'm still troubled, I'll think about what you said.
Have some cake.
I will. Thank you.
Matthew, Matthew.
You are home, Anne.
Matthew, I'm back.
That is your dolly.
She wanders away all the time.
Cows grow amazingly fast don't they?
Yes, Anne, just like you.
Really?
I visited a lot of memories today.
I'll be your good helper starting tomorrow.
Anne, you should take a good rest this vacation.
You and Marilla deserve a rest more than I do.
You are working too hard again, why can't you take things easy?
I can't seem to do that.
You always forget that you need to rest.
I have been working very hard in the past,
if only I could do that in the future.
If only I had been the boy you had sent for,
I would be able to help you out.
I wish it so hard now.
But Anne,
I'd rather have you than a dozen boys.
I would never exchange you for a dozen of them.
The one who got the Avery scholarship, wasn't a boy, mind you,
but a girl.
Not just any girl, my very own Anne.
Matthew...
Anne, you are my daughter.
Matthew.
The peaceful beauty and the fragrant calm that night,
would become a very important part of Anne's memories.
It was the last night before sorrow
touched her life.
Next on Anne of Green Gables The Reaper whose name is Death.
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