Relic Hunter s02e20 Episode Script

Relic Hunter (PAL) Take this ring and remember.
[to himself.]
as my heir to the throne, I demanded a son.
(king henry:) she defied me Deprived me.
My will was not done.
Well, What do you have there? Your mother's ring.
Elizabeth, I have a little game for you.
We'll put it somewhere safe Until you're old enough to play the game.
Ugh, I can't find a thing in here.
I wish we could move back to our old office.
Have you ever heard the phrase "a disorganized desk is a sign of a disorganized mind"? No.
Did you ever hear the saying, "nigel's a pain in the butt"? Very droll.
[phone ringing.]
Ancient studies.
Yes.
May I say who's calling? Preston bailey, uh huh, of the british museum.
Just a minute.
My brother.
Tell him I'm in the himalayas And you don't expect me back for a year or two.
It's not for you.
What? Sydney, preston bailey for you.
I never knew you had a brother.
Well, I'm trying to forget it myself.
What's he like? Arrogant, vain, Inflexible, impossible.
[sarcastically.]
gee, how could two brothers be so different? Exactly.
That's why I haven't seen him for years.
But brothers are supposed to be close, Share things, do things for each other.
You obviously don't know my brother.
Come on, he can't be that bad.
You don't understand.
My brother is Brilliant, if what he says is true.
What? He's uncovered a 16th century parchment That could lead to the royal ring of anne boleyn.
Wasn't she married to that henry guy with all the wives? Henry viii, queen elizabeth's father.
Elizabeth was obsessed with her mother's ring But never found it.
I'll bet we can.
You don't understand.
All our lives, He's tried to be better then me.
He got the job I was to get at the british museum.
(claudia:)well, just look at it this way.
If you'd gotten that job, You never would've met me.
Don't rub it in.
(sydney:)nigel, you think you could put your differences aside? We have a relic to find.
I'm really not looking forward to this.
(preston:)ah Hi, sydney fox.
Preston bailey.
It's a great pleasure to meet you.
You're a bit of a legend here, you know.
Well, thank you.
You two of you have met.
Yes, we're brothers Ah, I see.
Well, thanks for coming, nigel.
I know we've had our differences, podge, But I hope this will be a chance for me to make it up to you.
Podge? (preston:)yes, he was a bit of a butterball when he was younger.
Another of his nicknames was Look, are we here to discuss my totally unjustified nicknames Or to find the royal ring of anne boleyn, eh? Yes, I think we should focus on the mission at hand.
You mentioned finding a document? A 16 century poem I recently discovered In one of henry viii's hunting lodges in maidstone.
Unfortunately, the bottom line, Where the signature should've been, is damaged.
But if you'll note the sweep of the descenders, They're precisely characteristic of henry's handwriting.
Handwriting analysis can be tricky.
That's very astute of you to recognize.
They're meeting with preston.
It's a poem addressed to "eve" Which I think is his daughter, elizabeth.
I believe it's also a riddle that could lead To uncovering the royal ring of her mother, anne boleyn.
Are you saying that henry hid the ring And then taunted the future queen? Absolutely.
We all know the man was a butcher, Having his wife's head chopped off just because she couldn't bear him a son.
Wait a minute, I can't believe that elizabeth never figured out the poem.
We're talking about one of the most brilliant women in history.
Well, fortunately, I now have one of the most Brilliant women of our time to help me find it.
Bailey! What are you doing showing that to anyone, Especially an american relic hunter? (preston:)doctor, if you know professor fox, You'll know that she's a scholar as well as a relic hunter.
This is anthony curaton, our senior curator.
Yes, yes, I'm quite aware of professor fox's reputation And I can assure you that this museum Has been successfully collecting artifacts For over a century with our own capable resources.
(syd:)just trying to help, dr curatin.
We have all the help we need to pursue the matter ourselves.
Thank you very much, professor fox.
And bailey [together.]
yes? If you value your position here, Do not in future breach the museum security.
Might be time to brush up the old resume.
His bark is worse than his bite.
Well, never mind, preston.
It's not your fault We came to london On a wild goose chase, Not entirely your fault.
I never intended to give you the original.
Why don't you take this copy? Have a look at it And we can discuss it tonight At my house over dinner.
You can see where nigel and I grew up.
That would be very interesting.
We'll have roast beef and yorkshire pudding And a special surprise for you, podge.
That fool bailey Has invited sydney fox here to help find the ring.
Sydney fox? She's coming to london? She's here already.
I left her in bailey's office.
Why would he bring her all the way over here? Apparently, he doesn't feel We have the resources To find the ring on our own.
I am confident you'll prove him wrong, mr palmer.
I can assure you I will.
But this does make the chase that much more interesting.
I suggested that she return to the united states immediately.
I doubt she'll take your advice.
Sydney fox is a very headstrong young woman.
You have a rather high opinion of her abilities.
She's a worthy opponent And a delectable one at that.
I'm going to enjoy this little adventure more than I thought.
Make sure you don't enjoy yourself too much.
The acquisition of that ring could be the apogee of my career.
Don't worry, doctor.
You've provided a more than generous arrangement for my services.
I don't intend to disappoint.
(syd:)"as a jester toys with danger, Springing insults with a grin, Vile falsehood boxed inside leeds To god's mortal sin.
And the sign of my love that you wore with such glee, You must find by my likeness But first you must see That the ring is the key to the ring left to thee.
" What do you think? Well, he wasn't much of a poet, was he? Well, this seems pretty clear.
"the sign of my love that she wore with such glee," That's got to be the ring.
"the ring is the key to the ring left to thee.
" Now, what, there are two rings? Well, he had a lot of rings.
He had a lot of jewellery.
Maybe it's in the crown jewels.
Maybe.
Or maybe he's referring to another type of ring, A A circus ring, A riding ring, A ring of people.
Well, then it could be a million other things.
Maybe preston's got a few ideas.
Hmm? Let me see that.
Wow, so this is where nigel grew up.
It's lovely.
You haven't changed much.
(preston:)I kept most of mom and dad's things Out of respect.
Have you made any headway with the poem? Not a lot yet.
We could do an analysis of each line from the standpoint of [nigel playing the piano.]
() Nigel, you didn't tell me you played.
Product of three lessons a week from mrs latrice, A woman with a remarkable love of music.
And an incredible moustache.
This was our mother's favourite piece.
Nigel won third prize In the prestigious porter-highland piano competition.
Preston won first prize.
Two talented brothers.
Preston, do you still play? Oh, a bit now and then.
With the london symphony orchestra.
On and off.
[knocking.]
Why don't you see who that is, podge? All right.
Amanda? Preston said you'd be here, But I could hardly believe it.
It's lovely to see you, nigel.
Sydney, I'd like you to meet amanda reardon.
Amanda, this is sydney fox.
Hi.
Nice to meet you.
Amanda and I were I haven't seen amanda since I left for the states.
Preston, how thoughtful of you to invite her.
Well, we've been spending a lot of time together anyway, Haven't we, pigeon? You know what? I I I think it's probably best If I don't take part in this particular session.
Why not? I I Oh Oh, no, One of your migraines again? Yeah, yeah, exactly.
You stay, I'll go.
Sorry.
Never mind, it'll be the 3 of us.
Amanda's very good at riddles, aren't you? (amanda:)I always win at charades.
Brains and beauty.
I'm thinking I should see nigel to the hotel, Make sure he's okay.
Maybe we should just continue this tomorrow morning.
All right.
I'll just see myself out.
Strange.
Nigel never used to get migraines.
You know what really gets me? He's lured me back here Just to flaunt his relationship with amanda.
Well, preston's immaturity is his problem, not yours.
You know what they say, It's not what happens to you that's important, It's how you react to what happens.
Pigeon? Pigeon was my pet name for amanda.
You don't steal another man's pet name for his ex-girlfriend.
That should be punishable by law.
This visit's brought up a lot of old history for you, hasn't it? I'll be okay.
If you want to go home, I can handle this myself.
No, I'm not going to give him the satisfaction.
You and me, syd, We're a team and I'm not letting him split this up.
Don't you think you should save some brain cells for the poem? I assure you, I'm perfectly fine.
Come on, I think some cool, fresh air Will do us both some good.
I was hoping to keep working on the poem.
You up for it? Absolutely fine.
Yes, all right, I've had a few beers, But it's excellent for lateral thinking.
Good for lateral walking, too.
Now, what we have to do is think exactly like king henry viii.
Exactly.
Now, we know that henry was into jokes and riddles And puns and word play of all kinds.
Which is why we need to look at each of the words in the poem For all of its meanings.
(bad guy:) excuse me.
Can you show me where to find rivington mews? (nigel:)hey! Come on, syd, all you've got.
Watch it, syd.
Come on.
(nigel:)I liked that one.
Come on! It's a knockout.
Stand back, syd.
Nigel! Lowlife.
When I said "lowlife" I was referring to myself.
Back off.
Back off.
Back off, syd.
Nigel.
Sorry, syd.
(police:)you were .
Very lucky.
We don't find many bags with credit cards And cash still in them.
Thank you.
Not that lucky.
The poem's missing.
That robbery was no coincidence.
An old rival relic hunter.
Most likely.
I should've made more copies of the poem.
I would have.
Well, never mind that.
Let's just see if we can remember the poem.
We have to come up with the exact Words if we want any chance of deciphering it.
"as heir to my throne, I demanded a son.
" "she defied me" Or something like defied.
Deprived.
"my will was not done so as god demanded" Commanded.
That's what I meant.
"She did pay with her life.
" Great.
That's great.
Keep going.
"as a jester toys with danger" What's the next line? Oh I can't remember.
Wait, I have it: "springing insults with a grin.
" Oh, I'm not surprised you remembered that one.
What do you mean? Nothing.
Nothing.
The next line will come easily to you as well.
"vile falsehood," wasn't it? Yes, as a matter of fact it was.
What are you trying to say? Guys Nothing.
Nothing.
I'm sure it's a coincidence you're involved with The love of my life.
It is.
Amanda just happened to show up At the museum a few days ago, We went for a coffee, One thing led to another Very rapidly.
"leeds" was spelled this way, right? (together:)yeah.
Was that the 16 century spelling of leads, l-e-a-d-s? (together:)no.
Well, then maybe he was referring to the city of leeds? Leeds castle in kent? Leeds castle.
Leeds castle Was one of henry viii's favourite places.
He used to hunt there as a child with his father.
Maybe this is the break that we've been looking for.
Where is it? How far is it? Can we drive there? Oh, I can't believe I slept so long.
You should have woken me, pooh bear.
I didn't even know you were in there.
She means me.
We really should get going.
Right.
We have to drive to leeds castle.
(amanda:)oh, I've never been.
I'll be ready in two minutes.
This is actually a professional visit.
Well, I'll be quiet as a mouse.
You won't even notice me.
(amanda:)this castle's amazing.
There's been a royal palace here since the 13th century.
precise.
Tour's just about to begin.
Why don't the three of you join in, See what kind of information you can pick up on henry viii.
Tour? Sydney, I wrote three papers on henry viii at oxford.
I teach classes on his reign.
All of which is useless right now for what we're after.
I want you to join in.
Try and keep a low profile While I check out the more private areas.
(tour guide:)so if you have any questions at any point along the way, Please don't hesitate to ask.
All right, these stone busts represent men Who figured prominently in the history of the castle.
Now, this one in particular depicts one of the more Colourful characters who lived here In the latter part of the I'm sure some of you are familiar with the reign of george iii.
While he was having difficulties with the colonies in america, His majesty suffered from an incurable illness now known to be poltheria, Which causes all sorts of History is so fascinating.
A lot of history in this place.
Some of it's not so ancient.
Nigel, I know this must be awkward And I'm sorry.
Do you really care for my brother? It was an immediate chemistry.
Maybe it's because he reminded me so much of you.
That doesn't actually make me feel any better.
You weren't the only one who was hurt.
I made a mistake.
By the time I'd realized it, you had already gone To america.
If I'd known, I never would have gone.
No, you You did the right thing.
You've become an adventurer, A man of the world.
I have? Well, I suppose I have, actually.
Nigel, I didn't come on this tour just to see the castle.
But Preston.
I know and I do care for him but I don't know.
It's confusing.
Is everything all right? (together:)fine.
(tour guide:)these arches are of a style out of period from the original castle.
These are part of the many improvements made by henry viii.
Is it true henry was a talented poet? He dabbled in all the arts.
Are there any personal artifacts of henry viii in the castle? There are many valuable items But unfortunately, no, nothing personal of henry viii's.
Henry viii was rumoured to have enjoyed playing this organ for hours on end.
So there is an artifact here.
Well, an organ is not an artifact.
It could be an artifact.
No, an artifact normally is Look, you stay out of this.
When you've quite finished Go ahead.
I was going to say that in fact henry wrote The tune which tolls every hour To this day on the bells of the local church.
I suppose we could say that the chimes are henry's legacy to leeds castle.
This way.
Excuse me.
Excuse me.
Sir, please do not step over the ropes.
Oh, sorry.
There's There's a plaque there with a name on it.
Cornelius major, a famed organ maker of the period.
Did he know henry viii? I don't know.
Remember at the beginning when I said if you had any questions, You should just ask? Yes.
I've changed my mind.
Palmer? What are you doing here? Well, I'm here on official business Sanctioned by the british museum.
That's a laugh.
You can laugh all you like When the guards throw you out for trespassing.
(syd:)that's the original.
So you've got curatin along for the ride.
What's this, the same deal as cairo? Use a museum's influence and connections to find the relic, Then tell them that you couldn't And fatten up your offshore account? No, I thought I'd go your route, Turn it over to the museum So that hordes of chubby tourists In shorts, black socks, and cowboy hats Can gawk at it with their beady, uncomprehending eyes.
I wonder what curatin would say If he heard about your little adventure in cairo.
You're not going to get it this time.
Oh, I think I am.
Stooping a bit low these days, are you? Meaning what? Hiring purse snatchers to do your dirty work.
I don't know what you're talking about.
Yeah, right.
The room we've just been in Was also used for celebrations.
This is outrageous.
Security! Security! Good, isn't she? Can you do that? Yeah.
(tour guide:)security! She just attacked me.
Take her away.
She's a mad woman.
(security:)miss, we'll have no more of that.
I've never been thrown out of a castle before.
Actually, it was quite exciting.
Ah I do hope you enjoyed the tour.
Look at him gloat.
I'm checking into another hotel after dinner.
Everything else is booked.
If curatin only knew about that guy.
(preston:)you saw how curatin reacted to you.
He'd never believe anything you tell him about palmer.
Yeah, you're right.
Now we have two sources of competition.
Which is why we to keep working on the poem.
I wonder what's keeping amanda.
(nigel:)that still leaves us with the two rings.
Any luck with the poem? (preston:)we think there are 4 key words: "jester", "boxed", "likeness" and "ring".
to a ring, [chimes.]
Preston, shut up.
Really, nigel, no need to be rude.
Listen.
[chimes.]
That's it, of course.
Henry loved puns and wordplay.
What? The line, "the ring is the key to the ring left to thee".
The church bell is ringing.
Ah, that sort of ring.
Excellent.
What does that tell us exactly? It's ringing in what key? C-major.
I still don't understand.
(nigel:)the organ had a plaque with the maker's name on it, Cornelius major.
(sydney:)c-major.
There's a link between the ring and the organ.
Nigel, you are brilliant.
Nigel, how's that steak? Delicious.
Can I have a piece? Sure.
Sometimes, it's better not to ask.
We have to get a closer look at that organ.
They wont be letting you back inside the castle, sydney.
A lack of invitation has never stopped us before.
You're going to break in? (sydney:)I prefer to think of it as making an informal visit.
Can I help? [together.]
no, it's too It's too dangerous.
(sydney:)they're right, It's safer here, amanda.
Nigel Be careful.
I examined the castle's historical records.
There are several references to henry's visits there with elizabeth That I think might be connected.
[knocking.]
Someone's at the door.
I'll call you later.
I need to check out the shower, sir.
There doesn't seem to be a problem.
Not yet.
I need to make sure it stays that way.
Yes, well, let's make it quick, eh? I'm busy.
Who are you? The original.
Interesting.
Where'd you get this? Who is your buyer? I don't have a buyer.
I was officially hired by the british museum.
Curatin? Aren't you worried About the fact we're breaking the law? No risk, no ring.
Now preston, the worst case We would be forced to leave, You'd lose your job and reputation, And maybe a short prison sentence.
[dogs barking.]
Oh no! [barking getting louder.]
A harmless diversionary tactic.
Sorry.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
(sydney:)which way? That way.
Over here.
What are we looking for? A key, a lever, a secret compartment, anything.
I don't know.
There's one more possibility.
[cracking.]
[squeaking.]
What are you doing? [.]
Henry's composition that played on the church bells.
Not so loud.
Pianissimo, pianissimo.
[.]
(guard:)the organ.
This way.
They're coming.
Nothing's happening.
It's a stupid idea.
[.]
[rumbling.]
You were saying? It's a boy and a jack-in-the-box.
(preston:)I know that jack- in-the-box.
It's at the museum.
It used to belong to henry viii.
(nigel:)then that must be young henry.
Remember the line, "you must find by my likeness"? This is his likeness.
The poem said "boxed in".
Wait a minute.
"as a jester toys with danger," so on and so on, "boxed inside".
(preston:)the ring's inside the jack-in-the-box.
We must get back to london at once.
We did it.
You have the ring? No, but we know where it is.
Oh, this is so exciting.
Where is it? (nigel:)it's in a jack-in-the-box in the british museum.
Under preston's nose all the time.
You saying I should have known? No, you needed me to solve the poem.
I found the poem It was my ability to interpret (nigel:)rubbish.
It was my breakthrough Okay, guys, be ready to go in 10 minutes.
(amanda:)I'll get our bills prepared.
Well done, nigel.
Palmer.
I never thought this could lead to anyone's death.
Strangely, I kind of liked the guy.
This is out of control.
What have we done? Nothing.
No, but someone wants to set us up Set me up.
What do you mean? I was thrown out of the castle For fighting with palmer.
Now he's dead on my hotel room floor.
You've been set up.
Who could've done this? Maybe the guy that grabbed my bag in the park.
(preston:)right.
Let's call the police and explain.
If we phone them, It'll show we've nothing to hide.
[sirens.]
Guess someone already made that call.
We'd better get out of here.
We just have to tell them the truth, right? Yes, eventually, but that'll take hours.
We don't have time.
My guess is whoever killed palmer Is one step ahead of us.
Come on.
But we'd be leaving the scene of a crime.
You can leave with us or stay here and explain yourself.
Wait for me.
Hello? Hello? Who are you? The new owner of anne boleyn's ring, At least until I find a buyer for it.
How did you Where is palmer? You don't have to harm me.
But I don't know where the ring is.
That's all right.
I do.
Come with me, please.
Could you deactivate the alarm and open it, please? Sir, are you sure? I'm showing something to our visitor, professor Professor peter smith.
Yes, I understand but your own procedures Shut your mouth and do what the man says Or I'll kick your ass through the skylight.
The professor is american.
That'll be all, thank you.
You can resume your rounds.
Sir, are you cer? Get it.
Come on.
This is fragile.
It has to be handled with the greatest care.
[footsteps.]
(preston:)down here.
That way.
Move or die.
It's gone.
I can't believe it.
It must be Sh.
[door closing.]
That way.
But that leads down to the basement.
Okay, you two take care of the guard.
Nigel, come with me.
Whoever it is, distract them.
Huh? Get them talking.
Oh, I'm so glad you're here.
I've solved the poem.
The ring must be in the box.
I found the clue, you see, and I was checking to see Where is he? Who? (nigel:)you stay right here, doc.
(amanda:)we have to go and see if they're all right.
But sydney did say we should stay here.
And what about him? Well done, as usual.
(amanda:)yes, most impressive.
Amanda? Do you have the ring? It's still in the box.
I don't believe this.
I always did love that naive quality of yours.
What about my naive quality? (nigel:)obviously, she liked you After you knew about the poem and the ring.
Why kill palmer? He was competition, he and his partner, the old doc.
Doctor curatin.
So what now? Kill all of us? Only if necessary.
Open the box.
I'm going to call the police now.
Take one more step and I shoot preston.
Promise? Nigel, I know we've had our differences but And while you're about it, I suggest r partner, too.
You think he's going to split the money? Want to, sweetie? Sweetie? I got a better idea.
Shoot the blabbermouth.
Well done, nigel.
Sorry about that, preston.
I had to do that to get the gun back.
That's all right, you did save my life, after all.
Back together again.
(policeman:)Confirming suspects in custody And en route to headquarters.
Come along now, miss.
She won't be calling anyone pooh bear for a while, will she? (sydney:)well, let's see if we were right about old henry.
Seems that doctor curatin Has a slightly higher opinion of american relic hunters now.
I must say, it was enjoyable watching his expression As he apologized to you.
Thank you, professor fox.
This has been a very special adventure for me.
It has for me, too, preston.
Why don't I go on ahead so you two can say goodbye.
Look, podge Nigel, I know I didn't make life easy for you when we were younger.
Maybe that's okay.
You know, they say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger so Ah, yes, but I do owe you an apology.
I'll never try to overshadow you again.
You have your life, I have mine And we can both respect that.
It's a deal.
How's the stomach? Fine.
So tell me about sydney.
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