Ep 6. Season 5, Episode 6

The episode begins with the arrival of a new guest at Downton Abbey, the famous opera singer Dame Nellie Melba. Lady Mary and Lord Gillingham have an awkward encounter with each other, and Lady Mary reaffirms to Anna that she is not interested in Lord Gillingham.

Meanwhile, Lady Edith visits a doctor in London and discovers that she is pregnant. She confides in Aunt Rosamund, who urges her to tell her parents. Lady Edith is hesitant to do so, given the scandal that her previous relationship with Gregson caused.

Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes continue to explore their feelings for each other, but Mrs. Hughes is hesitant to pursue a romantic relationship. She tells Mrs. Patmore that she is worried about the impact it will have on their working relationship, as well as the potential for gossip among the other servants.

Tom Branson receives an unexpected visit from Sarah Bunting, who has returned to Downton Abbey. She apologizes to him for her behavior at the previous dinner party and admits that she has feelings for him. Tom is hesitant to pursue a relationship with her, given the disapproval that the Crawley family has shown for her.

The episode concludes with Lady Mary attending a shooting party at Haxby Park, where she encounters Lord Gillingham again. The two of them have a heart-to-heart conversation about their past relationship and their future. Lord Gillingham asks Lady Mary to reconsider her decision not to marry him, but Lady Mary remains undecided.

Overall, Season 5, Episode 6 sees the characters of Downton Abbey grappling with issues of love, family, and tradition as the world around them changes rapidly. The arrival of a famous guest, Lady Edith's pregnancy, and the potential for romance between Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes all add to the drama and tension of the episode. As always, the show explores the complexities of relationships and the challenges that characters face as they navigate the social norms and expectations of their time.