Mr Selfridge, ITV, TV review In the meantime, Mr Selfridge re-established its reputation as Downton's racier cousin with the introduction of two intriguing new characters, both well calculated to upset the delicate balance of pre-war society. Just when we'd come to terms with Becky from Corrie being posh now, her character, Lady Mae Loxley, had her status undermined by the unexpected appearance of a husband. Lord Loxley (a brilliantly odious Aidan McArdle) was back in town to indulge in some blackmailing, war profiteering and generally opposing the will of his much more sensible wife. Let the marital battle commence! Lady Mae might want to follow the example of the show's other new character, nightclub owner Delphine Day (Polly Walker), who had successfully rid herself of three husbands and embarked on a new career as a writer. At Mrs Selfridge's behest, Harry reluctantly invited her to do a reading at the store. Is Harry simply jealous of her hold over his wife? Or is there more to this emancipated adventuress than meets the eye?