Donald, having driven out of the village on his rounds, has broken down. But along come Tyler and Mrs Bulstrode who offer him a lift back to the village. They introduce themselves and Tyler explains that he's going to see Amos but what he's got to say will not be good news at all. Conflict continues to occur over Dolly's wedding dress. Matt and Dolly are about to go out for the evening so Dolly asks Annie if she will have a word with her mother about the dress in her absence. Annie promises to, saying that no doubt they'll sort something out.