The second season opener of the historical drama TV series ‘Gentleman Jack’ follows Anne Lister a month after her whirlwind marriage to Ann Walker. She is overburdened with commercial duties, such as mounting debts and the theft of coal, as she tries to keep her wife’s nosy family from intruding in their life. To deal with the crisis, Anne chooses to sell one of her properties, but she encounters unanticipated challenges. The Lister household is likewise in disarray as Anne rushes to repair Shibden Hall before Ann moves there.

However, the newlyweds face a number of challenges before they can completely settle into married life. Will they be able to reconcile their differences, or will their pasts tear them apart? Now, if you’re interested in learning more about this intriguing finish to ‘Gentleman Jack’ season 2 episode 1, let’s jump right in with a little summary! WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD.

Recap of Gentleman Jack Season 2 Episode 1

The episode begins with Anne Lister meeting with Ann’s aunt to inform her that her niece’s doctor has ordered her to remain away from the family for her own health. Though Ann Walker Sr. is irritated, she is powerless to intervene owing to Anne’s steadfast resolve. Later, Mr. and Mrs. Priestley express their displeasure with Ann’s decision to live away from their watchful eye, but Anne manages to coerce them into a tacit agreement. Nonetheless, they astonish her by revealing that Reverend Ainsworth had previously visited Ann in Scotland.

In York, a much healthier and happier Ann is looking forward to meeting Anne for the first time since their marriage. Meanwhile, the latter receives a letter from Mariana, who advises her not to rush things with Ann and to contemplate making big commitments. When the newlyweds reunite in York, they dispute on Ann’s decision regarding the Crow Nest estate. Later, they go out to dinner with the Norcliffes, and Charlotte expresses her concerns about their marriage, but Anne assures her that Ann is wonderful for her and that she, too, will learn to love her again eventually.

After returning to Halifax, Anne notices that the Lister home is missing a groomsman since Thomas’s departure and begins interviewing fresh candidates for the position. She also handles business concerns and warns James Holt about slacking at work. After the newly appointed groomsman misbehaves, she fires him and employs Joseph, who earlier assisted her in transporting Ann’s new pony. As Anne prepares for her wife’s brief visit to Halifax before they depart for their honeymoon in Paris, she confides in her aunt and obtains her approval.

Ann ultimately arrives at Shibden Hall for a brief visit, but has an unpleasant encounter with Ann Walker Sr., who chastises her for her relationships with Anne and warns her of society’s censure. Samuel Washington, on the other hand, begins to doubt Thomas Sowden’s account of his father. When he asks around, he learns from a worker about the night the father and son had a furious argument, after which Sowden Sr. was never seen again.

Do Anne and Ann Reconcile in Gentleman Jack Season 2 Episode 1?

When Anne first visits Ann in York, she attempts to persuade her to expedite the process of writing to her sister Elizabeth in order to share the Crow Nest estate. Ann, on the other hand, is hesitant to take such a severe move because she is still concerned about her family’s doubts about their relationship. As a result, she requests that her wife not rush her into it. Unfortunately, Anne believes that postponing the procedure demonstrates Ann’s reluctance to make a real commitment to her, but she chooses to remain silent about it. After that, she confides in Aunt Anne, who consoles her.

Ann thoughtfully sends a meaningful gift to her in-laws as a surprise, and her wife is impressed by the thoughtfulness. In return, the latter orders a bespoke silver letter seal for her birthday and goes to meet her. On their trip back to Halifax, Anne advises sending Samuel Washington and his family to Crow Nest as temporary caretakers while Ann finalizes her estate and will. However, Ann is irritated by her aunt’s upsetting debate, and she explodes on Anne in front of the staff.

After the couple has calmed down, they apologize to each other for their actions, and Ann agrees to send the Washingtons to her estate in order to establish her power in front of her relatives. She goes on to say that she refused to see Reverend Ainsworth when he came to visit and asks Anne to plan their honeymoon. Not only that, but Ann promises to write to Elizabeth and formalize the alterations in their wills when they return. While the couple is traveling to Paris, Anne responds to Mariana’s letters and informs her that she is happy with Ann, to to Mariana’s chagrin.

Anne, do you sell Northgate?

Anne agrees to sell her Northgate property in town after realizing that her mounting debts are impeding her business ambitions. She intends to do so in order to raise funds for a bid she has placed on a nearby estate. She puts the price at 9,500 pounds, but despite her best efforts, she is unable to find a buyer. At the same time, the auction for the estate Anne hopes to purchase approaches, but she has yet to find a buyer.

Finally, Northgate’s worth is officially determined to be 6,500 pounds, which is significantly less than what she requests. Despite Anne’s steadfast refusal to accept less and sell the land, she receives surprising news that she has won the auction and acquired the estate she desired. To continue her business expansion, she unexpectedly decides to establish a hotel in Northgate to capitalize on the current industrial boom.