Downton Abbey (TV Series)
Episode #4.2 (2013)
Hugh Bonneville: Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham
Quotes
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[Robert has found an unofficial will in Matthew's possessions, returned after his death several months ago in a car crash; he asks Violet's advice as to whether he should give it to Mary]
Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess of Grantham : Of *course* you must give it to her.
Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham : But what if it has no legal status? I don't want to build her hopes up, only to have them dashed.
Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess of Grantham : Robert, Matthew intended Mary to be his sole heiress. That will mean a great deal to her, whether or not it's legal. Can't you see that?
Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham : But is it right to exclude George?
Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess of Grantham : Well, right or not, it's what he wanted. Besides, it's not up to you. Mary must read it. Or are you trying to hide from the truth?
Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham : What truth?
Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess of Grantham : That you would prefer to be in sole charge of the estate, and not share the crown with Mary.
Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham : Don't be silly. This won't make any difference to all that. She won't *want* to get involved.
Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess of Grantham : [to Robert in a sarcastic, chiding way] When you talk like that, I'm tempted to ring for Nanny and have you put to bed with no supper.