Ep 4. Battlefield

In the fourth episode of The Pillars Of The Earth, titled "Battlefield," tension builds as King Stephen marches his army towards the cathedral town of Kingsbridge. The forces of his cousin, Empress Maud, are waiting in the town, preparing for a battle that could have dire consequences for all involved.

Meanwhile, Tom Builder, the master builder of Kingsbridge Cathedral, has his own troubles to contend with. He is torn between his duty to his work and his love for Ellen, a woman from his past who has returned to town seeking refuge. Despite the risks, Tom and Ellen resume their romance, but their happiness is short-lived when Ellen's husband shows up, demanding she return to him.

As the battle looms, Prior Philip, the leader of the monks in Kingsbridge, struggles to convince the townspeople to support their cause. With the fate of their town and their church at stake, Philip must find a way to rally the people and make them understand the gravity of the situation.

In the midst of all this chaos, Jack, a young boy who grew up on the streets of Kingsbridge, discovers his true paternity and begins to learn the art of stonemasonry from his father, who is the cathedral's master builder. Jack proves to be a quick learner, and his natural talent and intelligence make him a valuable asset to Tom and the rest of the builders.

As the episode progresses, the tension builds to a boiling point, and viewers are left on the edge of their seats wondering what will happen when the two sides clash. Will Maud's forces emerge victorious, or will Stephen's army triumph? And what will happen to Tom, Ellen, and Jack in the aftermath of the battle? Only time will tell in this thrilling episode of The Pillars Of The Earth.