Downton Abbey – Part 21

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Where we left off, Downton was holding its breath for Matthew's return. Tonight he arrives with Lavinia at his side — and the house quietly rearranges itself around the fact of it. Mary watches with that still composure that takes real effort to hold. This is also the chapter with the kiss — not romantic, exactly, but full of care.