At the Longfellow bunker, The Tombs; New London, Britannia:
George (to Antony): There you are, Mister Tobias! I've been looking all over for you. Do you have a moment?
Antony (to George): Yeah... Suppose Miss Sato don't need me right this minute. Wotcha want, Mr. Fitzroy?
George (to Antony): I wanted to talk to you about a personal matter, if you don't mind...
Antony (to George): <sigh> What'd I do this time?
George (to Antony): Nothing at all... It's just that, well, I'm getting a bit tired of being called a poof by you lot.
Antony (to George): ... An' yer *talkin'* t'me about it? Bloody 'ell... Jus' start sluggin' folk. That'll stop 'em. T'be fair, you ARE on th' poofy side. I don' mean nuffin' by it. Just sayin'...
George (to Antony): It's probably because I'm a girl, you twit.
Antony (to George): ... What's that got to do wif it?
George (to Antony): ... Do you actually know what the word 'poof' means, Tony? Because, I do not think it means what you think it means.
Antony (to George): It's a fancy lad, innit? Somebody wif a nice suit an' a buncha stuffy ways. Way I figure it, don't matter if yer a girl.
George (to Antony): It doesn't mean that, Tony. It means a bloke who likes other blokes, you know, romantically.
Antony (to George): Don't change fact that yer posh... Why you called Mister if yer a lady? You like it better?
George (to Antony): I've been hiding from some nasty folks & my guardian thought it would be better if I pretended to be a boy. Plus, I like wearing trousers and the suits help me get into a lot more places than the kind of togs you wear.
Antony (to George): Well, I ain't got any choice in what I wear, do I? Got more than jus' a name passed down from th' other Antony.
George (to Antony): Sure you do... I've got some clothes that would fit you. Do you want a suit of your own, a pair of overalls or a dress? I grew out of them and they're just taking up space in my closet.
Antony (to George): Who was it who tol' you? Miss Eva or Miss Zoe?
George (to Antony): That you're a girl? It was Eva. She referred to you as Miss Tobias. I almost didn't notice. Was it supposed to be a secret?
Antony (to George): ... No. Not exactly.
George (to Antony): Heh. Well, we got something in common, I guess.
Antony (to George): ... Guess so.
A few hours later, at Gervaux & Drexler's; New London, Britannia:
Poppy (to George): Now, honey, what did Margaux tell you about meeting a contact that might possibly be a threat?
George (to Poppy): To always watch your back. Note the exits. And, never ever trust them.
Poppy (to George): Very good… Henri? Are you here? We don't have time for your stupid games. Get out here, honey.
Starling (to Poppy & George): I'm sorry, ma'am, but Mr. Gervaux is no longer with us… Perhaps, you'd like to leave a message?
Poppy (to Starling): Oh yes, I just might, honey… (to George) Get out of here, honey.
George (to Poppy): Not likely, Miss Poppy.
Starling (to Poppy): I have waited a very long time for this, Miss Poppy. I believe I owe you SO much.
Poppy (to Starling): Are you trying to be scary, honey? Because, I have to tell you, it's a bit pitiful… Let's dance, shall we?
Starling (to Poppy): I never thought you'd ask, ma'am.
George: … Fuck.
A short time later, at the Longfellow bunker, The Tombs; New London, Britannia:
George (to Una): Oh my god, Una! It's Miss Poppy... She's hurt… I think she's dead.. Starling...
Una (to George): … Is it that time already?
George (to Una): What!?!
Una (to George): Sorry. Gotta go… Can't have you ruining things, now can I?
George (to Una): But--
A short time later, at the Longfellow bunker, The Tombs; New London, Britannia:
Luc (to George): Mister Fitzroy? … George? Bloody hell! This is not good. (to Eva) Eva? George needs medical attention immediately.
Eva (to Luc): What?! Oh blast... I've got my kit here. What's wrong with her?
Luc (to Eva): Looks like a stab wound to the gut. I don't think it was too long ago. She hasn't lost a lot of blood but it looks bad… She was off with my mother.
Eva (to Luc): Oh... That is not good. Go find Mr. Turner or Mr. Tobias. They have the same blood type as she does. Your brother can track your mother. You two and whoever you can round up who you think will be the most dangerous, go find Miss Poppy. I will take care of George.
Luc (to Eva): Yes, of course.
A few minutes later, in the kitchen:
Luc (to Charles): Mister Turner, please report to the infirmary. Fitzroy has been hurt. Eva needs your blood.
Charles (to Luc): She's ... She's WHAT?! Oh. Oh ruddy 'ell.
Luc (to Charles): Yes. My sentiments exactly. I don't have time to explain. I need to find Victor. Have you seen him?
Charles (to Luc): Huh? What? Yeah...Victor. He, uh, he's in the hanger, I-- I think. I gotta go!
Luc (to Charles): As do I.
A short time later, in the hangar:
Luc (to Victor): There you are, big little brother! Can you find mother right now? No time to explain.
Victor (to Luc): ... Um, yeah. Should be. What so I need to bring?
Luc (to Victor): Your girl, Fiona and all the weapons we can carry. George is hurt, she went out with mother & came back alone.
Victor (to Luc): ... Shit! Alright. Let me see if I can get a bead on where we're going, and we'll raid the... Oh no. No, no, no, no, no, no... This isn't possible. It's not right...
Luc (to Victor): What is it?
Victor (to Luc): ... I can't find Mum! (to Zoe) Zoe! ZOE!!!
Zoe (to Victor & Luc): Gah, Victor… I have such a terrible headache. Do you hear a weird buzzing noise?
Victor (to Zoe & Luc): What? No. What are you... Nevermind that! Zoe... Mum's in trouble, and I can't find her.
Zoe (to Victor & Luc): Well, no wonder I have a headache. I was just looking for her. She mentioned taking George to meet a contact for a lesson. Some French guy… Ger something… Gervaine, no. Gervaux, maybe?
Victor (to Zoe & Luc): ...Right. We'll have to look for her the old fashioned way. I'll grab Yuki, you two round up Fiona. You--you guys know what it means that we can't find her, don't you? What it might mean, I mean...
Zoe (to Victor): Don't say it, Victor. Not yet… Okay? (to Luc) Luc, how bad is it?
Luc (to Zoe): We should go find Fiona.
Victor (to Luc & Zoe): Right. I'll be back in a few.
Luc (to Fiona & Zoe): McGillivray! We need you & your muscle. Poppy has gone missing.
Fiona (to Luc & Zoe): Lead the way. (to Winchester) Fox! We're in lockdown! You know what to do.
Winchester (to Fiona): I'm on it, firebug!
Fiona (to Luc & Zoe): I've got my usual kit. What else might we need pretties?
Luc (to Fiona): I think that should more than suffice… (to Zoe) Zoe, we're going to need you to stay here. Just in case.
Zoe (to Luc & Fiona): Fine.
Fiona (to Zoe & Luc): You, Mr. Baldwin, your father and Fox are to find us if you haven't heard from us in 24. Keep everyone here safe, lass. If they've tried to hit the Magpie, we'll be next.
Zoe (to Fiona & Luc): I'll do my best.
Luc (to Zoe): Of course you will, big sister. Gimme a hug… (to Fiona) We should go, now.
Fiona (to Luc): Right behind you, boy.
Zoe: Shit… Dad… Who's going to tell him?
Meanwhile, in the infirmary:
Charles (to Eva): Miss Eva!
Eva (to Charles): Sit down, roll up your sleeve, and for the love of God, stay calm. I won't let anything happen to George, I promise you.
Charles (to George): Wildcat... Be awright. Please be awright. Please...
George (to Charles & Eva): … Wha-- what happened? … Miss Poppy needs help... Starling… Uh, I feel weird...
Eva (to Charles): Georgette Franklin, lay back down right this moment! (to Charles) Calm her down.
Charles (to George): Take it easy, Wildcat. Don't worry... Mr. Vadrouiller is seeing to Miss Poppy. George? Are you alright?
George (to Eva & Charles): It was Una… Who did this to me.
Eva (to George & Charles): What? ...That can't be right. She would never hurt you, George. Are you sure it was Una?
George (to Eva): It was her.
Eva (to George & Charles): ... I... I don't know what to say.
George (to Eva): I'm sorry, Eva... I wish it wasn't true.
Eva (to George & Charles): ... I do too. Well. Um... You're stable, so don't move about too much. Mr. Turner can't spare any more blood. And don't remove those sensors! I'll, um, I suppose I'll go through Una's papers. To see if I can find... Clues. Yes.
Charles (to George): Wildcat, please... Lay back. I love you, but you look ruddy awful.
George (to Charles & Eva): I feel ruddy awful, Charlie. I'll just lay right here. I promise. Thank you for saving me. Both of you.
Eva (to George): Of course, George, you're like a sis-... I mean, I care for you very much. (to Charles) Watch her, Mr. Turner!
George (to Eva): I feel the same, Eva... (to Charles) Woo, did she drug me? I feel woozy.
Charles (to Eva): Yes, ma'am. (to George) I think that's probably the blood loss. Do you need anything, gorgeous?
George (to Charles): No. I think I need to sleep for a bit. Will you stay withe me until I fall asleep?
Charles (to George): Yeah. Course. Yer gonna have a hard time getting rid of me any time soon, I'm afraid.
George (to Charles): I think I can live with that.
Charles (to George): Good. I love you, and I... Woo. Heh. I think I'm staying right here for the night myself.
Sometime later, in an alley; New London, Britannia:
Una (to Starling): Oh my goodness! Look, how sad & pitiful the great Magpie looks. (to Poppy) Did someone break you, Poppy? (to Starling) You finally did something right, Starling. Brava!
Starling (to Una): Thank you, ma'am. What would you like me to do with the body?
Una (to Starling): I do believe we should take it with us. I'm sure there's a lot we can learn from the corpse.
Starling (to Una): Yes, of course… The professor has always wanted to dissect Miss Poppy.
Una (to Starling): There will be known of that, Starling. Not just yet, at least.
A little while later, at the Longfellow bunker, The Tombs; New London, Britannia:
Vincent: Heh heh. C'mon, Lucas. Walk for daddy... Hee hee! Or fall on your ass for Daddy. Yes! Whose a big boy?
Zoe (to Vincent): Whoa! Lucas is walking… Hi Dad.
Vincent (to Zoe): Hee hee! He sure is. Look at him go! We'll never keep him in one place now. ...What's wrong, sweetie?
Zoe (to Vincent): I-- I don't know how to tell you this… George was hurt & Mom's missing. Victor, Luc, Fiona & Yuki have gone to look for her. Fox has the bunker on lockdown. If they're not back in 24 hours, we go look for them.
Vincent (to Zoe): ... Oh. I understand. Come on, my gorgeous Baby Boy. Your mom has a contingency plan, of course. Hopefully, she'll be back before we need to put it in place... What lockdown plan is Fox using?
Zoe (to Vincent): … I don't know. Fiona yelled at him to go into lockdown & he said he was on it… You're taking this much better than I was expecting.
Vincent (to Zoe): ... Hun, right now all I want to do is get in a fight, break down or grab my rapier and run after your mother. She's the love of my life, hun, and something happening to her is the fifth most terrifying thing I can think of... But, I have you kids, and the kids in the school to worry about... I have to believe your mother will be OK. I have to.
Zoe (to Vincent): I know, Dad… How about I take Lucas off your hands so you can de-stress?
Vincent (to Zoe): Actually, hun, I think I'd like to keep him with me. I could use some company, and I'm sure you want to process yourself. Give me a hug, sweetie.
Zoe (to Vincent): I was hoping you'd say that, Dad… I love you.
Vincent (to Zoe): I love you too. For the record, the only thing more terrifying to me than something happening to your mom, is something happening to you kids. Take care of yourself. I promise to do the same, OK?
Zoe (to Vincent): Okay… I'm going to go curl up with my man for a bit. If you need anything, let me know, alright?
Vincent (to Zoe): I will.
