 His age and duties creeping up on him, Hudson is dismissive of his fatigue and fleeting chest pains. Upstairs, with Virginia in Scotland, Georgina takes on the role of hostess when an important French diplomat is slated to dine at Eaton Place. Feeling weak and breathless, Hudson keels over in his pantry and Dr. Foley is summoned at once. He confirms that Hudson has suffered a mild heart attack. He decrees bed rest and he s not to attend to any of his duties. Sharp words are exchanged between Frederick, Daisy and Edward as to who will serve in Hudson s stead. The Bellamys are divided on the issue as well -- James advocates for his soldier servant, Trooper Norton, but Richard and Georgina side with Edward, who acts as butler on the night of the dinner party. Hudson is to be sent to Southwold for an extended period to recover and a distraught Mrs. Bridges can t bear to see him leave nor can she stand the sight of anyone but Hudson at the head of the table in the servants  hall.