Harry learns that Agnes has handed in her notice because her father has shamed her at work. Beatrice sees Roddy and Rose sharing a kiss after he gives her a painting. Rose attempts to convince her daughter to keep quiet about what she had seen, and then tells Roddy that she can't see him again. Harry surprises Agnes when he shows up to see her and tells her that he can't accept her resignation.
Mr. Selfridge recounts the real life story of the flamboyant and visionary American founder of Selfridge's, London's lavish department store.
Set in 1909 London, when women were reveling in a new sense of freedom and modernity, it follows Harry Gordon Selfridge, a man with a mission to make shopping as thrilling as sex. Pioneering and reckless, with an almost manic energy, Harry created a theater of retail where any topic or trend that was new, exciting, entertaining - or just eccentric - was showcased.
Mr. Selfridge - Series 1, Episode 5 Synopsis and Schedule