Downton Abbey (TV Series)

Episode #3.8 (2012)

Robert James-Collier: Thomas Barrow

Quotes 

• [Carson has questioned Thomas about his attempt to kiss James, which Thomas has not denied, and now he reaches his decision] 

  Charles Carson : It's time to draw a line under this whole unfortunate episode.

  Thomas Barrow : So I go out of the window.

  Charles Carson : I cannot hide that I find your situation revolting, but whether or not you believe me, I am not entirely unsympathetic. You have been twisted by nature into something foul. And even I can see that you did not ask for it. I think it better that you resign quietly, citing the excuse that Mr Bates returned. I will write a perfectly acceptable reference, and you'll find that there's nothing about it that's hard to explain.

  Thomas Barrow : I see.

  [Thomas turns as he is about to leave the room] 

  Thomas Barrow : I am not foul, Mr. Carson. I am not the same as you, but I am not foul.

  Charles Carson : Yes, well... We've spoken enough on this subject.