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Will stuborn Isobel ever admit that she has feeling for Paul?Ever since former city girl Isobel Anderson moved to Glenbogle, sparks have been flying between her and Paul, laird of the estate.
They have a real love-hate relationship, but its obvious that they fancy each other - they even had a brief kiss the other week.
So, as its the end of the series, will Paul and Isobel admit their feelings?
"It's been a real 'will they wont they?'", admits Simone Lahbib, 39, who plays the pretty farmer. "I'm sure people have been thinking 'just hurry up and get together!'"
But now Paul's seeing Lucy.
"Isobels stubborn and proud of herself for denying any feelings for Paul - more fool her really! But theres a lot of tension between the and theres a kind of love triangle going on in the last episode - or maybe even a love square, as Chester is chasing after Isobel, too".
Will Isobel finally give into her feelings before its too late? Or will she fall for Chester's charms instead?
"You'll have to wait and see!" she smiles. "But theres a lovely ending to look out for".
Simone, who before Monarch was best known for playing governor Helen Stewart in Bad Girls, admits she was a little nervous when she joined the series.
"When I arrived, I didn't know what to expect, especially with such a well established show," says Simone, whos currently filming a new ITV1 romantic comedy called Heartless, with Angus Deayton. "You wonder if people will accept your new character, but i'm really happy that Isobel's just slotted in".
Filming meant a welcome return to Scotland for the Stirling-born actress, who lives in London with her actor husband Raffaello Degruttola.
"Its been so nice working in Scotland" says Simone. "In fact the whole experiance has been wonderful. Theres a fantastic atmosphere on set. One day, there was a scene which involved everyone getting dressed up, kilts and all. I was in the make-up room and saw Tom Baker, who plays Donald, wearing a kilt.
I said "You look amazing! Lets get a picture of us together". So we had the photo taken and, as I walked away, his kilt came flying down, and there he was standing in his shirt and pants! It was hilarious!"
So, if Paul and Isobel do get together, does Simone think her character would enjoy the luxury at Glenbogle House?
"Well, I've had a good snoop around and its very grand" she smiles. "You know, I think Isobel could be very at home there".
