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00:00:00Good luck, Becca.
00:00:22I could get used to this.
00:00:25So, what do you think of the place?
00:00:27It's gorgeous and so inviting and warm and some interesting decor.
00:00:32Becca, this place is perfect.
00:00:35Well, my boss couldn't be happier with me, so if you get some writing done, it's a classic win-win.
00:00:41Is it romantic? You are writing a romance after all.
00:00:44Yep, all by my lonesome.
00:00:57Okay, yes.
00:01:27Okay.
00:01:52A fresh start in the morning couldn't hurt.
00:01:54First day and I'm already talking to myself.
00:02:24Who goes there?
00:02:52Who goes there?
00:02:53Hello? Hi.
00:02:57If it's a package, just leave it at the door. Thank you.
00:03:00No, I'm not a deliveryman.
00:03:03Perhaps you'd be so kind as to open the door.
00:03:06Sorry, that's not going to happen.
00:03:08Why not, may I ask?
00:03:10Clayton, it's okay, go back to sleep.
00:03:12My four brothers are sleeping and army rangers on lead get so tired.
00:03:16Look, I can prove that I've been here before.
00:03:18There should be a desk by the window with a quill pen and a coat of arms above the fireplace.
00:03:23Yes, but I would need to contact the property company.
00:03:26I even have a key. I just can't seem to work it in the lock.
00:03:30Where did you get that key?
00:03:31My family owns this chalet. I'm Henry.
00:03:35The family who owns the chalet lives somewhere...
00:03:37In Europe, yes. Concordia, to be exact.
00:03:42Uh...
00:03:44Uh, sorry about that.
00:03:46Oh, no, it's quite all right. It's just a bit freezing out there.
00:03:51So, are you staying?
00:03:54Who are you?
00:03:55Emily.
00:03:56What are you doing here?
00:03:57My job.
00:03:58What's your job?
00:03:59Making sure pipes don't burst.
00:04:00Oh.
00:04:01And keeping burglars away.
00:04:02Do I look like a burglar?
00:04:03Maybe. A well-dressed one.
00:04:05Look, I'm going to make a call.
00:04:07Really, I am very tired and there is so much to do.
00:04:10So perhaps you can start us some tea.
00:04:12Come along, Fritz. There's no time to waste.
00:04:15Oh, there's more people.
00:04:17Really, Henry, there's no excuse for driving like that.
00:04:20Sorry, Tilton. Those mountain curves are way too tempting.
00:04:22In any way, you should have kept up.
00:04:24Well, if you insist on driving yourself, at least let Fritz drive with you.
00:04:28What's this?
00:04:29I don't know. Some sort of Emily person?
00:04:31What's going on here?
00:04:32Apparently, I'm a burglar.
00:04:34Actually, I said maybe, if you recall.
00:04:37Well, your diligence is commendable, but misplaced.
00:04:40I've been in touch with your employer, the property management company.
00:04:43You are Miss Miller, I presume?
00:04:45Yes.
00:04:46We flew in from Concordia this morning.
00:04:47I would have telephoned, but apparently your phone is turned off.
00:04:50I did forget to charge it last night.
00:04:52Tilton, set a call to my father, Fritz, old chap.
00:04:54Have a look at that alleged sports utility vehicle.
00:04:57The suspension feels a bit dodgy.
00:04:59Sir.
00:05:00Oh, I'm sorry.
00:05:02We wouldn't want to wake Clayton and the rest of the army rangers, would we?
00:05:05I made that up.
00:05:06Did you?
00:05:07Just as a precaution.
00:05:08It was so clever.
00:05:09Your Highness, we're behind schedule.
00:05:11Of course, Emily.
00:05:12That tea, when you get a second, please.
00:05:15Wait, your Highness?
00:05:19Yes, that is the proper form of address for the Crown Prince of Concordia.
00:05:22Yeah, right, a prince.
00:05:26You may do a web search if you must.
00:05:29If I had a signal, I would.
00:05:31We brought our own hot spot.
00:05:34Password is off with their heads, all one word.
00:05:37Prince Henry does enjoy the odd joke.
00:05:40You could have fooled me.
00:05:43Prince?
00:05:48If I do this, then I must do this.
00:05:57Sorry.
00:06:06Your Highness, do I curtsy or bow?
00:06:09Oh, no, no.
00:06:10Simply good morning will do.
00:06:12Good morning.
00:06:15You know, I should probably change.
00:06:18You might need your socks.
00:06:21Oh, my goodness, I'm so sorry.
00:06:24I found a hole in my boots last night, and so I was just drawing them off.
00:06:28On the Concordian coat of arms.
00:06:30Oh, is that what that is?
00:06:32It's nice.
00:06:34What is your role around here?
00:06:36I'm the caretaker.
00:06:38The caretaker, really?
00:06:40Is that so hard to believe?
00:06:41I just don't see much care being taken.
00:06:44Ha, right.
00:06:51You're missing slippers.
00:06:56I'm just going to go change my clothes and take my slippers off.
00:07:01No, the flight was smooth as can be.
00:07:06No, Father, I'll be home in a week after my task is complete, I told you.
00:07:13Well, look, you can't, Edwina, handle the cabinet meeting just this once.
00:07:17I don't know what royal siblings are for.
00:07:21Right, Tilson, my schedule, please.
00:07:23Yes.
00:07:25Yes, perhaps I can try to fit it in.
00:07:33So he's really a prince, huh?
00:07:34For a short time, anyway.
00:07:36Next week he'll be king.
00:07:38Now, introductions, Fritz.
00:07:41I'm Fritz, His Highness' bodyguard and personal valet.
00:07:45Nice to meet you, Fritz.
00:07:46And I'm Miss Tilson, the prince's chief of staff.
00:07:49It's my job to make sure that the prince's royal duties are met with utmost precision.
00:07:55Gotcha.
00:07:56That's great.
00:07:57Look, you guys seem really busy.
00:07:59I just came down to let you know I'm going to gather my stuff, pack it up, and leave you to your royal business.
00:08:06And why would you do that?
00:08:09Well, I mean, you're all here now.
00:08:11I assume you don't want me in your way.
00:08:13Want and need are two separate things.
00:08:16You are the caretaker, are you not?
00:08:20Yeah, sure, I mean, for like 24 hours now.
00:08:23Well, due to short notice, only Fritz and myself are here to see to the prince's needs.
00:08:28Your services are still required for the week that we are here.
00:08:32My job was to knock icicles loose and keep the pipes from freezing up.
00:08:36And you shall, while doing other tasks as well.
00:08:39It usually takes at least a dozen staff to meet the basic needs of the prince.
00:08:43Look, I think there's been a misunderstanding.
00:08:46No, I think it is you who fails to understand.
00:08:49May I remind you of the contract that you signed?
00:08:52If you have any issues, may I suggest you take it up with the management company?
00:08:57Um, no, no, no.
00:08:58See, I came here for peace and quiet.
00:09:01I'm a writer and...
00:09:03And that will be all.
00:09:05Staff, back to work.
00:09:10And I was standing there in my pink bathrobe and bunny slippers.
00:09:14It was humiliating.
00:09:16They swooped in unexpectedly.
00:09:17I had no idea.
00:09:19My boss said they haven't visited in years.
00:09:21Becca, it's not your fault.
00:09:23But they can't be right about that contract I signed.
00:09:26I'm so sorry, but I just read the fine print.
00:09:29The caretaker shall assist with all reasonable requests made by the property owner or their representative.
00:09:36Huh.
00:09:37As a writer, you'd think I'd pay more attention to the words.
00:09:40Guess I should have read the whole contract.
00:09:42Em, this is all my fault.
00:09:44Just come home.
00:09:45I'll deal with this as best I can.
00:09:48You're up there to write, not to get wrapped up in my drama.
00:09:51Drama?
00:09:52Oh, wait a minute.
00:09:53Becca, if I quit and break my contract, then you're in bad with your new boss.
00:09:57It'll be fine.
00:09:58I'll figure something out.
00:09:59No, no, no.
00:10:00Becca, I...
00:10:01You know what?
00:10:02I got this.
00:10:03I will write in the evenings and in other spare time.
00:10:05But, uh, the deadline for your book.
00:10:07Emily, are you sure about this?
00:10:09Positive.
00:10:10Besides, as a writer, I need to open myself up to new experiences and interesting characters.
00:10:16You never know.
00:10:17Maybe this will give me some new material for my book.
00:10:19Okay, if you're sure.
00:10:27In fact, I think I already have some.
00:10:32Miss Miller, please.
00:10:34Yes, Miss Tilson.
00:10:35I'm clearing out my things, like you asked.
00:10:37And all the other rooms you tried writing in, please.
00:10:42What is all this for?
00:10:43The Prince has wall-to-wall interviews and video calls scheduled.
00:10:48Oh, what's this?
00:10:51Oh, my idea book.
00:10:52Can't forget that.
00:10:54Oh, Tilson.
00:10:56Leave your thoughts on the last line of my speech.
00:10:59Now, new ending sounds like this.
00:11:01So, ladies and gentlemen and gathered dignitaries,
00:11:03this treaty will benefit both of our nations with 20% more high-tech trade
00:11:08and 18% expanded agricultural exports.
00:11:14How's that sound?
00:11:15A little stuffy, actually.
00:11:17I beg your pardon.
00:11:19Oh, sorry, Your Highness.
00:11:21I just meant it sounded a little formal.
00:11:24Yes, of course it sounds formal.
00:11:26This address was crafted by several members of the Concordian Foreign Service
00:11:30to thaw trade with one of our formerly quarrelsome neighbors, the nation of Ancadia.
00:11:35Do you have a better suggestion, or?
00:11:38Then it's a happy occasion, right?
00:11:41Sure.
00:11:42Yeah, how about something like,
00:11:44So, former rivals and now future friends,
00:11:47this happy day is long overdue.
00:11:50A chance to turn swords into silicon chips and arguments into apples.
00:11:55Something like that.
00:11:56And then to benefit both our great nations moving forward.
00:12:00Hmm.
00:12:01I like the ring of that.
00:12:03Yeah?
00:12:06That might work.
00:12:08You're welcome.
00:12:10Oh, sorry, where are my masks?
00:12:15Oh, that's my pen.
00:12:18Miss Miller, a word.
00:12:21Yes.
00:12:26Wow, all this stuff. You guys planning an invasion?
00:12:30The Prince insists on a regimented daily schedule so as not to waste even a minute of his time.
00:12:35Man, if I were that organized, I'd crank out a book a week.
00:12:38Yes, about that.
00:12:40While you may be a writer, you are also a member of the Royal Household this week.
00:12:45Of course, Miss Tilson, but I do plan on writing in my spare time.
00:12:48How you spend your free time is none of my concern.
00:12:50But as a member of the staff, I need to make you aware of what is expected.
00:12:54Right.
00:12:55Firstly, you do not offer your opinion willy-nilly to the Prince.
00:13:00He is very busy.
00:13:01But don't you think it helped?
00:13:03It's irrelevant. You speak when spoken to, and that is all.
00:13:07Got it. Okay, what else?
00:13:09As to your duties, you will start your day by procuring the Prince's morning newspaper.
00:13:15Can't he just read the news online?
00:13:17The Prince enjoys an actual newspaper with his breakfast, which commences at 7.05 every morning.
00:13:22Okay. Newspaper. Check.
00:13:24The Prince reads the London Conquer to stay up on world affairs.
00:13:28Uh, the closest this townhouse to a newsstand is some magazines at the gas station at Mini Mart.
00:13:34You'll figure it out.
00:13:35Now, moving on, the Prince prefers his eggs soft-boiled.
00:13:38Oh, Miss Tilson, I have to stop you right there. I am not much of a cook.
00:13:42The Prince's personal chef learned his wife was in labor as we left for the airport.
00:13:46So as the chef is not available, you will step in.
00:13:50Now, there should always be a crackling fire going and tea at the ready.
00:13:54Tea should be served between 76 and 85 degrees Celsius,
00:13:58unless the Prince requests oolong, which should be served between 82 and 87 degrees.
00:14:03Any questions?
00:14:05Just one.
00:14:06Can you take that again from the top?
00:14:17Prince, we're frozen again.
00:14:18We're back, sir.
00:14:19Right. Okay, so, yes, as I was saying,
00:14:22addressing the Manufacturers' Association by webcam is more than sufficient, I assure you.
00:14:27It's just not how things are done, Henry.
00:14:30Shirking your royal duties, big brother.
00:14:33Quite the opposite. I am on the phone with both of you right now, and if I were back home,
00:14:37look, I wouldn't be able to attend to important matters here.
00:14:40Don't worry, Henry. I'll cover for you while you're gone.
00:14:43Anyway, I played the Queen before, when I was six and wore Mother's tiara.
00:14:48Yes, you do wear so many hats.
00:14:51Thank you, Edwina, you're a lifesaver.
00:14:55You know, your uncle's old home is hardly a matter that requires your attention a week before your coronation.
00:15:00This place means a great deal to me.
00:15:02In any case, you know the law, Father.
00:15:04A king cannot own or inherit land outside of the kingdom,
00:15:07so this place must be sold next week before I take the crown.
00:15:11Now, please, let's not quibble about this any more.
00:15:14At least we agree on that.
00:15:16Knock, knock.
00:15:17Come in.
00:15:197.05 a.m.
00:15:22What is that?
00:15:24It's my breakfast, I think.
00:15:26Sorry, Your Highness, the toaster is tricky,
00:15:28and I had a little trouble making soft-boiled eggs, so I scrambled them.
00:15:32But how did they get so gray?
00:15:34You know, honestly, I'm not sure, but the tea is the right color.
00:15:37Thank goodness.
00:15:39Henry, who might this be?
00:15:41Yes, Emily, this is my father.
00:15:45Father, this is Emily.
00:15:46She's the caretaker of the chalet.
00:15:48Emily, this is my father, King William.
00:15:50Nice to meet you, Your Majesty.
00:15:51I had courtesy, but I might spill the tray.
00:15:54Not to worry.
00:15:55Your hands are full, especially with my stubborn son.
00:16:01Is that my morning newspaper?
00:16:02Yes.
00:16:03The London Concord.
00:16:05I had to print it in sections and tape it together.
00:16:10Will there be anything else?
00:16:14No, I think you've done quite enough.
00:16:16Okey-dokey.
00:16:17Right.
00:16:18Nice to meet you, Your Majesty.
00:16:21That was my pen.
00:16:24Father, as far as the meeting of the Lords on Friday,
00:16:26I was thinking that would be a good time to discuss the treaty.
00:16:29About that, I spoke with the ambassador last night,
00:16:33and I have some very crucial information.
00:16:36Yes, about that what, Fritz?
00:16:38We lost him again.
00:16:40Got it.
00:16:41Someone seems to have knocked the power cord loose, sir.
00:16:43Well, who the devil did that?
00:16:46Oops.
00:16:48Oops.
00:16:50We were just discussing important matters of state.
00:16:52Give me two minutes, you'll be back online with him, sir.
00:16:54Okay.
00:16:55Sorry, Your Highness.
00:16:59I just, I just don't get why you'd fly all the way here
00:17:02just to have all these meetings back home.
00:17:05What if I told you I'm on holiday?
00:17:07If this is you on holiday, I'd hate to see you working.
00:17:11If you must know, I'm here to sell the chalet.
00:17:14The sooner the better.
00:17:17But don't you understand deadlines?
00:17:20That's one thing I do understand.
00:17:23Excuse me, Your Highness.
00:17:27There we are, sir.
00:17:28Having it back online in a jiff.
00:17:30Having it back online in a jiff.
00:17:56What in the world?
00:18:01Come on.
00:18:12Excuse me.
00:18:16Excuse me. Hello.
00:18:18Break!
00:18:20Good one, sir.
00:18:23Yes, what is it?
00:18:24Sorry to bother you.
00:18:26Knowledge you have?
00:18:27Well, you guys are doing amazing, by the way.
00:18:30I'm just wondering if there's a way this can work for all of us.
00:18:33Like, how much longer will it be, or can you do it more quietly?
00:18:39Precisely.
00:18:41Thirteen minutes.
00:18:42Thirteen minutes for my workout, and you want us to fence more quietly.
00:18:46Thirteen minutes, that's great. No, never mind then.
00:18:48I'm just trying to get some writing done,
00:18:50and it sounds like pirates have taken over the house.
00:18:53Pirates.
00:18:54Pirates.
00:18:55I'll have you know that fencing is one of the oldest and most difficult sports in the entire world.
00:19:00As difficult as trying to write while pirates are playing outside your door?
00:19:04Fencing is like chess in motion.
00:19:07It is sparring with steel.
00:19:10And writing is sparring with words.
00:19:13And I think I just got the last word in.
00:19:17Double time, even louder.
00:19:25Evening, miss.
00:19:26Hey, Fritz. How was your day?
00:19:28Oh, fine.
00:19:29His Highness is very busy. Diplomatic calls, heads of state, tutoring sessions on royal affairs.
00:19:36Is there something you need? You look a bit out of sorts.
00:19:38Oh, yeah, I'm just looking for something.
00:19:40My idea book.
00:19:43Oh, oh, no, I'm so sorry.
00:19:45Oh, Henry, it was cold. I thought it was scrap.
00:19:47Oh, I really am sorry.
00:19:48What is all the ruckus?
00:19:50My notebook's in the fire.
00:19:52Fritz, be a good fella.
00:19:54Go get some clean rags.
00:19:55Yes, sir.
00:19:57Sorry about that.
00:19:59What was this, anyway?
00:20:00It's where I jot down my ideas, and it's ruined.
00:20:04Oh, gosh, I'm so sorry.
00:20:07Well, uh...
00:20:12Surely you can fix it.
00:20:13I'm sure it'll be fine.
00:20:15I can't.
00:20:16I'm afraid so.
00:20:17I'm afraid so.
00:20:18I'm afraid so.
00:20:19I'm afraid so.
00:20:20I'm afraid so.
00:20:21I'm afraid so.
00:20:22I'm afraid so.
00:20:23I'm afraid so.
00:20:24I'm afraid so.
00:20:25Surely you can come up with some new ideas.
00:20:29Ideas aren't like crumpets.
00:20:30You can't just send out for more.
00:20:36This is funny to you, huh?
00:20:39No, I'm so sorry.
00:20:43A thousand pardons.
00:20:47You know what?
00:20:48You look...
00:20:50You look lovely tonight, Your Highness.
00:20:52Good night.
00:20:55Um...
00:20:58She certainly speaks her mind.
00:21:00Yes, she does.
00:21:01Should Miss Tilson speak to her, sir?
00:21:03Actually...
00:21:06No.
00:21:08You have a...
00:21:09What?
00:21:11Never mind.
00:21:13Ah.
00:21:24Hey, Fritz.
00:21:25There you are.
00:21:26Wasn't sure.
00:21:27Here and getting nowhere with my writing.
00:21:31Well, I hate to distract, but Miss Tilson has asked to see you.
00:21:35Summoned, am I?
00:21:37I'll be right there.
00:21:43Miss Tilson, you rang?
00:21:45Yes.
00:21:46The prince went into town on some errands.
00:21:49But it's Tuesday, and on Tuesdays,
00:21:52the prince enjoys fresh croissant and jam with his afternoon tea.
00:21:56But where would I possibly find fresh croissants?
00:21:58Well, surely you can get them in town.
00:22:00But it is a very small town.
00:22:02You are the caretaker, so please, take care of it.
00:22:05Croissants?
00:22:06Sorry.
00:22:07We don't get much call for them around here.
00:22:10But I do make pretzels, too, if you like treats with a twist.
00:22:13No, thank you.
00:22:14I'm in a bit of a croissant emergency.
00:22:16It's a long story.
00:22:17You look familiar.
00:22:19Have we met before?
00:22:21I don't think so.
00:22:22I just got here this week.
00:22:23In time to do some skiing?
00:22:25I wish.
00:22:26I'm the temporary caretaker of the town.
00:22:28I'm the temporary caretaker of the town.
00:22:30I'm the temporary caretaker of the town.
00:22:32I wish.
00:22:33I'm the temporary caretaker of that big chalet on Skyview.
00:22:37And trying to get some writing done.
00:22:40I'm an author.
00:22:41You don't say.
00:22:42Anything I may have heard of?
00:22:44Just one novel so far.
00:22:45Romance in the Rockies.
00:22:48Stay right there.
00:22:54What?
00:22:55I love Romance in the Rockies.
00:22:56It's the best book I've read this year.
00:22:58Amazing.
00:22:59I'm so glad you like it.
00:23:00How about that?
00:23:02Emily Miller right here in my donut shop.
00:23:05So when's your next book coming out?
00:23:07As soon as I can get past my writer's block, I'm afraid.
00:23:11How do you come up with the stories you write anyway?
00:23:14That's a good question.
00:23:16Sometimes inspiration comes easily and sometimes it doesn't.
00:23:22And every now and then a spark just kind of pops up out of nowhere.
00:23:27Speaking of which, are you making fresh donuts anytime soon?
00:23:33I was just about to make a batch when you came in here.
00:23:35Think you could twist a few into a croissant shape?
00:23:38Oh, I see where you're going with this.
00:23:41Well, because I liked your book so much, I'll give it a try.
00:23:45Yes.
00:23:46Fabulous.
00:23:53Ah, Wills.
00:23:55Thank you for meeting me.
00:23:56I'm dreadfully sorry to keep you waiting.
00:23:59As I was saying over the phone, I need work to start right away.
00:24:03Extremely fast, in fact.
00:24:05The house is starting to be shown on Friday,
00:24:08which means the work must be done by then at the chalet.
00:24:11Okay, well, you sign the check and I'll get at it.
00:24:14So here's the estimate for the materials.
00:24:17As you can see, we've got drywall, paint, etc.
00:24:22Will, this seems a bit high.
00:24:26Especially here, this five-figure start work for you?
00:24:29Well, you wanted a rush job, and I've got more work than I can handle.
00:24:33Plus, I've got to charge you a little bit extra to put you to the front of the line.
00:24:36And materials are expensive.
00:24:38If you look at...
00:24:44What are you doing here?
00:24:45I was just picking up some things.
00:24:47Oh, Mr. Wilson, this is Emily Miller.
00:24:50Emily's helping us out at the chalet.
00:24:52Hi.
00:24:53Hi. I couldn't help but hear.
00:24:55That's great that you're so in demand, Mr. Wilson.
00:24:57Yeah, my crew and I, we just put up a roof down the road,
00:25:01and we're working on a driveway this morning, so we're pretty busy.
00:25:05Really? That's amazing,
00:25:08because usually putting in a new roof causes some calluses,
00:25:11and your hands look great.
00:25:13That's a good job.
00:25:15Oh, well, I wear really good gloves.
00:25:20Oh, okay.
00:25:22Same brand as your boots?
00:25:25It's just, for most people,
00:25:27putting in a new driveway would cause their boots to get covered in tar,
00:25:31and yours look really clean.
00:25:33That's really something.
00:25:35But anyway, you know, if you can't waive the big start fee,
00:25:38no hard feelings, we'll just go with the guy yesterday.
00:25:40The estimate was lower, right?
00:25:42Yeah, and you're so busy anyway, so it's nice to meet you.
00:25:45Well, I'm sure there's a little bit of wiggle room in there.
00:25:50I can, you know...
00:25:54No, I'm waiving the fee.
00:25:56I'll waive the fee, yeah.
00:25:58Okay, good, good, good.
00:26:02But these look like retail prices for paint and lumber.
00:26:05Oh, but with your contractor's discount, we'll get, like, what, 20% off?
00:26:10Sorry to meddle, Your Highness.
00:26:12I just couldn't stand there and watch him take advantage of a naive...
00:26:16a newcomer.
00:26:18What makes you assume that I'm some naive newcomer?
00:26:24Well, for starters, if a contractor sees you've got money,
00:26:27he may try to take it.
00:26:29So before you negotiate next time,
00:26:31you might want to park your fancy European sports wagon down the street.
00:26:35Yes, I see your point.
00:26:38And how come you know so much about all that, um, work business?
00:26:43Before I was an author, I was actually an accountant
00:26:45for a big construction firm in Denver.
00:26:47Ah, well, you were very impressive.
00:26:50Oh, before I forget.
00:26:54This is for you.
00:26:57To replace the one that went up in smoke.
00:27:00You may not have any ideas in it yet,
00:27:02but given how quickly you think on your feet,
00:27:04I'm sure it'll be filled up in no time.
00:27:07Thank you so much.
00:27:09Oh, no.
00:27:11What? What is it?
00:27:13Um, it's, um, Nigel Bolan.
00:27:16He's a photo-taking gadfly for the Concordian Gossip Pages.
00:27:19What's he doing here? Oh, God.
00:27:21Um, maybe he's on vacation?
00:27:23Ah, well, it's a little far to go for skiing,
00:27:25but not for a photo. He's coming this way. Hurry.
00:27:27OK. Um, how about some brunch?
00:27:30Henry, you didn't have to do all this, Your Highness.
00:27:32Hmm, it's the least I can do.
00:27:34And you don't have to call me Your Highness.
00:27:36Oh, is it your lordship then, Your Highness?
00:27:39Actually, just plain Henry will do.
00:27:42There's nothing plain about you,
00:27:44but I'll give it a try.
00:27:47Henry.
00:27:49That's better.
00:27:51So, what are you doing here?
00:27:53Oh, well, I'm here to see you.
00:27:56That's better.
00:27:58So, why such lengths to avoid Nigel?
00:28:01He twists the simplest things into scandals.
00:28:04Like, by coming here, he would spin it into some sort of frivolous trip.
00:28:08But why did you come here yourself to sell the chalet?
00:28:10I mean, a guy like you could just wave your royal scepter and say,
00:28:13Get it done!
00:28:15Well, I think you're confusing a scepter with a magic wand.
00:28:18And anyway, it's... it's complicated.
00:28:23Well, I like a good story. Try me.
00:28:28My Uncle Chauncey built this chalet years ago
00:28:31to escape the pressures of the palace back home.
00:28:35And if the Winter Palace must be sold,
00:28:37I need to ensure that it's sold to the right buyer.
00:28:40The Winter Palace?
00:28:42Yes, it's my uncle's nickname for the chalet.
00:28:44Sounds like a place where kings and queens hold court.
00:28:47No, no, quite the contrary.
00:28:49Chauncey's door was open to all.
00:28:51No matter who you were, royal or local,
00:28:54as soon as you walked through that door, he made you feel like a king.
00:28:58For instance, if a local couple couldn't afford to get married,
00:29:02Chauncey would grant them the use of his little chapel.
00:29:05So what became of Uncle Chauncey?
00:29:08He'd passed away.
00:29:10Ah, five years ago.
00:29:12That was the last time I was here.
00:29:14I'm sorry.
00:29:16He was in line for the crown, but he stepped aside.
00:29:20My father became king,
00:29:22and now with my father retiring, I'm to be made king.
00:29:25So all I can do is...
00:29:28ensure that this place is sold to the right buyer.
00:29:32Someone who appreciates it as much as I do.
00:29:35And all by the end of the week.
00:29:40And I suppose I...
00:29:43I needed to see it one last time.
00:29:47You are not at all what I expected a prince to be like.
00:29:51Oh yes? And what did you expect a prince to be like?
00:29:55I guess I thought you would just be doing more prince stuff.
00:29:59You know?
00:30:00Shouldn't you be out, you know, playing polo and dancing at masquerade balls
00:30:05instead of working 24-7?
00:30:08As prince, I head up the foreign ministry.
00:30:11I negotiate treaties.
00:30:13I propose budgets.
00:30:15And as king, I'll do even more.
00:30:17I can see why you're so obsessed with schedules.
00:30:20You know...
00:30:23I think we may be able to help each other.
00:30:26I need to get this place ready to be sold by the end of the week,
00:30:30and I am disastrously short-staffed.
00:30:33And you've clearly proven yourself resourceful.
00:30:35Thank you, but I really should be writing whenever I can.
00:30:38Well, then let me propose a treaty to you.
00:30:41If you help me in the mornings,
00:30:43you can have the entire afternoon free to write.
00:30:46Okay.
00:30:48But on one condition.
00:30:51No more making fun of my bunny slippers.
00:30:54Hmm.
00:30:56Deal?
00:30:57Deal.
00:31:04All right, Mr. Wilson and his crew will be here soon to start work in the living room,
00:31:09but in the meantime, I'd like everything in this room to be catalogued,
00:31:13to either be thrown away or donated.
00:31:16There's a lot to go through.
00:31:18Yes, there is.
00:31:20And I'm going to start showing the house on Friday,
00:31:23so I want this room emptied, I admit.
00:31:26But look at these treasures.
00:31:28Some of this has to be personal to you.
00:31:31There's no time for sentimentality, I'm afraid.
00:31:34Stiff upper lip, huh?
00:31:36Something like that.
00:31:38Are you sure you want to part with all this stuff?
00:31:40I mean, look at these carvings.
00:31:42These are amazing.
00:31:44Who did these?
00:31:46The name of the artist escapes me.
00:31:49You don't honestly like them, do you?
00:31:52I do. They're beautiful.
00:31:54I've always loved sculptures.
00:31:56What is that quote from Michelangelo?
00:31:58Something about how the sculpture is already inside the block of stone
00:32:01and it's just waiting to be let out.
00:32:03If that isn't me, they can go.
00:32:05Okay.
00:32:07These can go...
00:32:09Oh, these chairs, they can go.
00:32:11Oh, my goodness.
00:32:13Look at this telescope.
00:32:15Oh. Well, I forgot about that.
00:32:18Yeah.
00:32:20Chauncey and I used to, uh...
00:32:27But give it to charity, and the sooner the better.
00:32:31Hockey.
00:32:33Okay, I...
00:32:35I love hockey. I used to play with my dad.
00:32:37I'm pretty good.
00:32:39Yeah, Chauncey and I used to play in the backyard
00:32:41using the whole of it as a rink.
00:32:43Even in the summer when we'd use pine cones for parks.
00:32:49Ah, but everything can go, please.
00:32:54You know, if you're going to be giving away all this stuff to charity,
00:32:57shouldn't we first make sure it's in good working condition?
00:33:00It's hardly a good use of our time.
00:33:02Could reflect poorly on Concordia.
00:33:05A matter of national pride, after all.
00:33:14Yeah, this should do nicely.
00:33:16You're sure this is a good idea?
00:33:18Don't tell me you're afraid of a little competition.
00:33:20What? Oh, please, don't make me laugh.
00:33:23No, no, it's just a little competition.
00:33:25Don't make me laugh.
00:33:27No, no, it's just that I have a call with the Lords at noon, so...
00:33:32Does Concordia have a national bird?
00:33:35No. Why?
00:33:37It sounds like someone is chickening out.
00:33:40Ah, all right.
00:33:46Your Highness, what are you doing?
00:33:49I am defending Concordia's national honour.
00:33:52So I'm told.
00:33:54Your schedule is full, sir,
00:33:56and there's so much work to be done to prepare the chalet for sale.
00:34:00Do something.
00:34:01Like what?
00:34:02I don't know, anything.
00:34:04Sir, shall I hold your hat?
00:34:06No, thank you.
00:34:12Are you all right?
00:34:13Yeah. Help.
00:34:15Yes, of course.
00:34:17Oh, sorry.
00:34:20How are you not shivering right now?
00:34:24I have a stiff upper lip, remember?
00:34:28Because right now it's frozen solid.
00:34:37Sir, if you are quite done,
00:34:39there's quite a lot of work to get done today.
00:34:42Isn't that right, Miss Miller?
00:34:44Yes, right. Of course.
00:34:46Right.
00:34:55Just a different sort of exercise today, Miss Tilson.
00:34:58Surely you approve?
00:34:59I'm not sure that I do.
00:35:01But Miss Miller is a breath of fresh air, wouldn't you say?
00:35:05We shall see.
00:35:07Clean this up, would you?
00:35:09Yes, ma'am.
00:35:16Ah, Emily.
00:35:18Yes.
00:35:19Hi.
00:35:21I trust you've recovered from today's match.
00:35:24I can just feel my fingers again, yes.
00:35:27What are you doing up?
00:35:29Going over a draft of a treaty.
00:35:32When my father steps down next week, I have to be ready.
00:35:35I thought someone only becomes king when an older king passes away.
00:35:38Concordians are practical people.
00:35:40A charter states that a king must retire before their 70th year
00:35:45to always ensure a ruler at the peak of their abilities.
00:35:50And I've been preparing for years.
00:35:53And that date has finally come.
00:35:56You never stop, do you?
00:35:58I can't.
00:36:00My whole life has been planned down to the letter.
00:36:04And down to a suitable princess as well, I understand.
00:36:07A certain Beatrix from the kingdom next door?
00:36:10She's very beautiful.
00:36:12I see you've been reading online.
00:36:15Yes.
00:36:16Well, Beatrix is no longer in the picture.
00:36:20Oh?
00:36:22What happened?
00:36:23It's complicated.
00:36:25We were perfect on paper, just not in real life.
00:36:30Does that make sense?
00:36:32Believe me, it does.
00:36:34Yeah, I was dating a guy in my writing program.
00:36:38We had everything in common.
00:36:40But after my first book sold, Michael didn't handle it well.
00:36:46He was jealous, and he broke up with me last year.
00:36:50Michael doesn't sound like a gentleman.
00:36:53Sorry.
00:36:55I think I'm better with fiction than real life.
00:36:58What's that?
00:36:59Oh, this is my first chapter.
00:37:02Well, most of it. I'm stuck on a section.
00:37:04It helps me to print it and read it on paper.
00:37:06I imagine that's rather difficult,
00:37:08making the transition from accountant to writer.
00:37:11Yes, I gave up a very steady paycheck for something much less certain.
00:37:17But I do love it.
00:37:20Still, it must take a lot of courage.
00:37:22Right.
00:37:24You know, if you'd ever like a second opinion on those pages of yours,
00:37:27I'd be happy to read them.
00:37:29Really, I'm fine. I already have a dozen competing opinions in my own head.
00:37:33Surely another pair of eyes would help.
00:37:38That's so sweet, but you don't want to read my book.
00:37:41I so rarely get to read for fun, and I would gladly read your pages.
00:37:45If you want.
00:37:47Okay.
00:37:49Okay, fine.
00:37:51Take it quick before I change my mind.
00:38:01Good morning.
00:38:02Ah, good morning.
00:38:05What a surprise. You made your own tea. Impressive.
00:38:09Oh, yes.
00:38:11Speaking of surprises,
00:38:15I read your chapter.
00:38:17And?
00:38:19And, uh...
00:38:22I loved it.
00:38:24Really?
00:38:25Yes, really. But there was a problem.
00:38:28What?
00:38:29It ended halfway through.
00:38:31Well, like I told you, I'm stuck.
00:38:34Oh, really?
00:38:36I have an idea.
00:38:38Just indulge me.
00:38:40Does anyone ever do otherwise?
00:38:43Oh, no.
00:38:45So, my Uncle Chauncey and I used to have this game to invent stories.
00:38:50We'd take a snowball, and we'd pack it in our bare hands,
00:38:54and we'd pass it back and forth until we thought of the next phrase.
00:38:58But you have to do it without your gloves.
00:39:01But that would be freezing.
00:39:03Exactly.
00:39:07Ready?
00:39:08Sure.
00:39:09All right.
00:39:10Once upon a time...
00:39:12Now you think of the next phrase and pass it back to me.
00:39:14There was a prince.
00:39:16A wise prince.
00:39:18Who liked giving orders.
00:39:20Until he met a most disagreeable visitor.
00:39:25Who made him apologize for his atrocious manners.
00:39:28Until she realized that he was deeply insightful,
00:39:32and the problem in fact lay with her.
00:39:34Oh, you...
00:39:38That's not part of the game!
00:39:42Wait.
00:39:43I just got a great idea for my chapter.
00:39:46I just have to flesh it out.
00:39:49You see, I told you this game would knock something loose.
00:39:52All right, so go.
00:39:53Write.
00:39:54Be gone with you.
00:39:55Aren't there painters coming soon?
00:39:56Oh, don't worry about the painters.
00:39:58Really?
00:39:59Yes.
00:40:27Hmm.
00:40:42Hmm.
00:40:56Hmm.
00:41:09What are you doing out here?
00:41:11What are you doing out here?
00:41:13Oh, I'm just finishing up a sculpture I started years ago, and...
00:41:20I suppose I lost track of time.
00:41:22What is this?
00:41:23Explain, please.
00:41:25Well, um...
00:41:27I thought when this place has new buyers,
00:41:30that perhaps the owners would like this little fellow living on their deck.
00:41:34No, no, I meant explain how you made this.
00:41:36It's beautiful.
00:41:37Oh, it's nothing really.
00:41:40Nothing?
00:41:41Oh, this is something, all right.
00:41:44Wait a minute.
00:41:48Those were your carvings in the storage room, weren't they?
00:41:52It's just a hobby from a lifetime ago,
00:41:56when I would visit my uncle and dream of being a sculptor and living an artist's life.
00:42:03Well...
00:42:06Why can't you?
00:42:08Kings don't have much time for working, I'm afraid, for one.
00:42:12And after my coronation next week, it's time to put away childish things.
00:42:21But you have a sister.
00:42:23Couldn't she take the throne instead?
00:42:26Deweyne is my younger sister, and even though she's always been a diplomat of sorts...
00:42:34Look, my country is expecting me to rule, and I can't let them down.
00:42:41So you'd sacrifice your happiness and become king?
00:42:46It's my royal destiny.
00:42:48Then what's my happiness compared to the happiness of a half million people?
00:42:53I may have misjudged you a bit.
00:42:59Look, if this is your last chance to enjoy the Winter Palace,
00:43:03maybe you should try to have some fun.
00:43:05The same goes for your staff.
00:43:07How do you mean?
00:43:08You guys all work so hard, and if this is your last time here,
00:43:13why not try to enjoy it?
00:43:15Why not try to enjoy it?
00:43:20Isn't that what your uncle would have wanted?
00:43:25Yes.
00:43:28Yes, he would.
00:43:31You know, you're a bit of a, um...
00:43:34Nuisance?
00:43:35No, I was going to say inspiration.
00:43:38And I will give you words and thought.
00:43:43Till tomorrow.
00:44:14What is this?
00:44:15Better take a look, Miss Tilson.
00:44:1810.45, spin class, and a spa day?
00:44:22What is this?
00:44:23I had one just like it waiting for me,
00:44:25though mine said skiing instead of spa day,
00:44:28and a class in origami, whatever that is.
00:44:31Is this someone's idea of a joke?
00:44:33Quite the contrary.
00:44:34Miss Tilson, you've made schedules every day for me since I was five.
00:44:38Well, yes, that is my job, to keep you on task.
00:44:41And you have meetings today.
00:44:43Oh, I cancelled them.
00:44:45No, you haven't.
00:44:46I have the rest of my life for meetings.
00:44:48This week, I am on vacation.
00:44:51And some things will just have to wait.
00:44:53What I think he's trying to say is that both of you deserve a little fun.
00:44:57So Fritz, lift ticket and origami class.
00:45:01And Miss Tilson, the spin class starts soon.
00:45:03Don't be late.
00:45:04And the spa is expecting you after that.
00:45:07But the diplomatic pouch just arrived,
00:45:09and the workers need to be supervised.
00:45:11Miss Tilson, are you disobeying a royal order?
00:45:14No, of course not.
00:45:15Good.
00:45:16Then Miss Tilson, Fritz, enjoy your day off.
00:45:24That went well.
00:45:25Remains to be seen.
00:45:27And what about you?
00:45:29What will the prince do for fun?
00:45:32I figured I'd help out Wilson here.
00:45:35That is, if you'll have me, good man.
00:45:38Lucky me.
00:45:39Yes, indeed.
00:45:41If you really want to help me, there's a few supplies you can get in town.
00:45:44Oh, fantastic.
00:45:46Emily, since you're not writing until later,
00:45:49perhaps you'd care to accompany me?
00:45:51I would love to.
00:46:03How's your book coming?
00:46:05It's going great.
00:46:06Well, clearly your writer's block came from you working too hard,
00:46:09and you just needed to have some more fun.
00:46:11Wait a minute.
00:46:13Suddenly you're the expert in fun?
00:46:15Mr. Works all the time?
00:46:16Listen, I am the most fun.
00:46:19For instance, I can do this.
00:46:23But maybe you shouldn't.
00:46:25Why not? Are you fun-shaming me?
00:46:27Are you shaming my fun?
00:46:29How dare you.
00:46:32You should let your fun side out more often.
00:46:34Oh, yeah? Why should I do that? Just to get shamed more?
00:46:36I mean, you probably have more friends.
00:46:38I have plenty of friends.
00:46:39The problem is they all want something from me.
00:46:41Fame, favor, funding.
00:46:44The three F's.
00:46:46You're very different.
00:46:49I am?
00:46:50Yeah.
00:46:51You don't seem to want anything from me at all.
00:46:56Well, that's not actually true.
00:46:59Oh, yeah?
00:47:00I want the rest of that pretzel.
00:47:02Oh, no, you can't have it.
00:47:03I...
00:47:04Oh.
00:47:05Is it that reporter guy?
00:47:06Yes, yes, yes.
00:47:08Nigel, probably up to no good.
00:47:11Just see the headline now.
00:47:13Pretzel prince prances in streets.
00:47:16Pretty peasant.
00:47:17Excuse me?
00:47:18Sorry.
00:47:19We should, uh...
00:47:20Yeah, let's just hurry up and get out of here.
00:47:21It's icy.
00:47:23Take my hand.
00:47:30Bitch followed us.
00:47:32You all right?
00:47:49Miss Tilson.
00:47:50I could be wrong, sire, but I think we have a problem.
00:47:54Clearly.
00:47:55The prince has been missing meetings
00:47:57and not returning calls.
00:47:59This has gone on long enough, Miss Tilson.
00:48:02Yes, but what can we do?
00:48:03Well, the sooner that chalet sells,
00:48:06the sooner Henry comes home.
00:48:08That's all there is to it.
00:48:10Yes, sire.
00:48:11Leave it to me.
00:48:17So you replace the screen,
00:48:19and then you put the spline in the slot,
00:48:23and...
00:48:26It's done.
00:48:27Voila.
00:48:28Most ingenious.
00:48:30So now you're doing home repairs?
00:48:32Well, the palace, they won't let me touch a thing.
00:48:35So now the next time something breaks,
00:48:37I won't have to call the repairman.
00:48:39No offense.
00:48:41Miss Tilson, how was your spa day?
00:48:45Perplexing.
00:48:46I had some sort of treatment involving guacamole.
00:48:51Or was it guava?
00:48:53Well, whatever it was, you look wonderful.
00:48:58Who could that be?
00:48:59Oh, dear, I had a message from the real estate agent
00:49:02while I was at the spa.
00:49:04They've sent a potential buyer.
00:49:06Apparently he's very interested.
00:49:08But it's two days early, we're not ready.
00:49:10I may have indicated to the agent our intense timeline, sir.
00:49:14But don't worry, I will take care of it,
00:49:17as you're due to speak to the prime minister in ten minutes.
00:49:20Reschedule that, please.
00:49:21I need to get a sense of who might be buying this place.
00:49:27I'll handle it myself.
00:49:35So, as you can see, there's quite a bit more work to do.
00:49:39We weren't quite expecting you so soon.
00:49:41Oh, I don't mind a little paint saunas.
00:49:43It's a great place you got here.
00:49:45Thank you, my uncle helped build it himself.
00:49:47It was a bit of a passion project.
00:49:49He had these windows installed at night for stargazing.
00:49:53And during the day, as you can see, the light in here is amazing.
00:49:56It's perfect for reading or just taking in this beautiful view.
00:50:00Nice.
00:50:02Of course, I'd have to make some changes.
00:50:04Changes?
00:50:05Sure, knock out some walls, put in a bar.
00:50:09And this room would be perfect for a home theater.
00:50:13Just have to block out those windows.
00:50:15But then you'd miss this gorgeous view.
00:50:18It's a shame.
00:50:20But you can't make an omelet if you don't break a couple eggs.
00:50:24Um, well, before we proceed too much further,
00:50:29you should be aware of the risks.
00:50:31Risks?
00:50:32Yeah, you know, the hazards.
00:50:33What hazards?
00:50:35Well, there's the bears, for one.
00:50:38Bears?
00:50:39Oh, they love it here.
00:50:41Why would bears love it here more than anyplace else?
00:50:45It could be because of all the beehives in the eaves.
00:50:48Yes, and full disclosure,
00:50:51I'm not sure my uncle got all the permits he needed to build this place.
00:50:55I'm sure that can be fixed.
00:50:56And, of course, there is the fireplace in the main living room.
00:50:59Sometimes the chimney just blows the smoke right back in there.
00:51:04London in the 50s in there.
00:51:06Oh, and then, of course, there is the roof.
00:51:09It leaks bad.
00:51:11Are you trying to talk me into this place or out of it?
00:51:14I'm not sure.
00:51:15Look, I'm terribly sorry.
00:51:17I just don't think this place is for you.
00:51:22I understand.
00:51:24I appreciate your time.
00:51:26If you change your mind, you let me know.
00:51:28Of course.
00:51:29Have a good day.
00:51:30You as well.
00:51:31That's the door.
00:51:32Thank you for all those fascinating stories.
00:51:36You forgot to mention the potential for a meteor impact.
00:51:39Well, I'll remember that for when he comes back.
00:51:42Thank you for the assist.
00:51:43Ah, just simply not the right buyer.
00:51:46But to sell this place soon, isn't any buyer the right one?
00:51:50I just need to find someone who loves this place as much as I do.
00:51:55I mean, I get it.
00:51:57Nobody wants to see their memories bulldozed.
00:52:00And your uncle did help build this place.
00:52:03Speaking of, there is something that I have been dying to do.
00:52:13Your Highness, you've been at this for a while.
00:52:16I really don't think this is a good idea.
00:52:18Look, if my uncle chances to help build this entire chalet with his own two hands,
00:52:22then surely I can change a light switch or two.
00:52:25Henry, we don't want you to get shocked.
00:52:27Miss Tilson does have a point.
00:52:29Be careful, sir.
00:52:30All right, look.
00:52:31I watched Wilson do one of these earlier.
00:52:33It is perfectly fine.
00:52:35All right?
00:52:36So you know what you're doing?
00:52:37Obviously.
00:52:39I'm almost done, and...
00:52:42Ow!
00:52:44Whoops.
00:52:47Hey, who's up for a kindle-eyed dinner tonight?
00:52:54So, long story short,
00:52:56I must have crossed the wires.
00:52:58Well, I think it all worked out perfectly.
00:53:00This is lovely.
00:53:02I agree.
00:53:03It's a bit romantic, isn't it?
00:53:06Speaking of romantic,
00:53:07better clear these dishes.
00:53:08I have a date later.
00:53:10A what?
00:53:11With whom?
00:53:12The ski instructor gave me my lessons this morning.
00:53:15By the way, sir, I set up the telescope like you asked.
00:53:18The telescope from storage?
00:53:21Oh.
00:53:22Yes, I...
00:53:23The mountain there is perfect for stargazing,
00:53:26and it's a clear night, so...
00:53:29Would you care to join me?
00:53:31Yeah.
00:53:33Yeah, I mean, you know, maybe you'll get more inspiration.
00:53:36But, sire, it's chilly out and late,
00:53:39and none of us want to catch a cold before the coronation.
00:53:42So you can stay warm by the fire with a book.
00:53:47That's a royal treat.
00:53:50Cheers.
00:53:57Henry certainly seems to have lost his focus.
00:54:01Perhaps.
00:54:02But he hasn't smiled this much in ages.
00:54:09Miss Hilson means well, but she's not the kind of person
00:54:12you want to spend the night with.
00:54:14Hmm.
00:54:17Miss Hilson means well, but she and my father conspired
00:54:21to protect me from all this.
00:54:25It's amazing.
00:54:26It's like you could see forever.
00:54:28Indeed.
00:54:29Oh, yes.
00:54:32Wow.
00:54:35You see that star there, right in the heart of Leo?
00:54:38Yes.
00:54:40So that is Regulus.
00:54:44Uncle Chauncey used to say that that was my star,
00:54:47because Regulus in Latin means little prince.
00:54:52In Latin, wouldn't Regulus mean little king?
00:54:55Well, yes, if you want to get technical about things,
00:54:58I suppose it would mean little king.
00:55:00Oh, but the book, The Little Prince,
00:55:02the Latin translation was called Regulus.
00:55:08I think I would have liked your uncle.
00:55:11You would have?
00:55:14His house here was just magic.
00:55:18People would come here,
00:55:19and no matter what sort of mood they were in,
00:55:21they would leave happy.
00:55:23Maybe it's Regulus' magic on me.
00:55:26My book seems to be riding itself.
00:55:29Does that mean you'll make your deadline?
00:55:31Yes, yes, I think so, if I keep up this pace.
00:55:34I just haven't quite figured out the end.
00:55:36What about journey's end in lover's meeting?
00:55:42Your Highness?
00:55:45Quoting Shakespeare?
00:55:46Oh, it's my favorite.
00:55:48It's as true now as it was 400 years ago.
00:55:54And that's what people want,
00:55:56for the couple to end up together.
00:55:59Sometimes that's easier said than done.
00:56:03So, three days.
00:56:05You're leaving in three days, huh?
00:56:07It would seem so.
00:56:09This coronation business can't be stopped.
00:56:13Your royal destiny?
00:56:17Your future isn't set in stone.
00:56:21Why can't you write your own story?
00:56:27I wish I could.
00:56:29I wish I had your courage.
00:56:33Tonight, let's just enjoy the stars.
00:56:42I'm afraid I've been unsuccessful, Your Majesty.
00:56:45I understand.
00:56:46Henry can be very stubborn.
00:56:48I'll have to take stronger measures.
00:56:59Father,
00:57:00the mayors are gathering for the morning tea downstairs in the library.
00:57:03Would you two meet them?
00:57:05Yes, Edwina, I'll be there shortly.
00:57:07Well, it's been quite a week.
00:57:10Is something wrong, Father?
00:57:12No, no.
00:57:14I just need to make some arrangements to take care of a...
00:57:18a pressing matter.
00:57:30Your Highness.
00:57:34Is everything all right?
00:57:38I was just thinking
00:57:40what Chauncey must have felt when he first stumbled upon this place.
00:57:45All the possibilities open to him.
00:57:50All is well, sir?
00:57:52Better than well.
00:57:54That's the problem.
00:57:57For the first time in my life,
00:57:59I have a choice that I never expected.
00:58:04A choice like my Uncle Chauncey had to face.
00:58:09If you don't mind my saying, sir,
00:58:13your uncle was a wise man.
00:58:27Are you sure you want to do this?
00:58:29Yes.
00:58:31I am determined to make dinner for everyone, just like Chauncey's.
00:58:35Yeah, but you really want to attempt...
00:58:38Beef wellington, no?
00:58:41It just seems like that would be really challenging.
00:58:44Duke of Wellington is a distant relation.
00:58:46I'm just hoping it might come naturally.
00:58:48You know what? I could teach you how to make my own beef wellington.
00:58:52I'm just hoping it might come naturally.
00:58:54You know what? I could teach you how to make my own beef wellington.
00:58:57That's easier.
00:58:59I think so. And it's the one thing I know how to make.
00:59:01Okay.
00:59:06What?
00:59:08Hungry?
00:59:09Yeah. These are Concordian apples. Try one.
00:59:23Um...
00:59:25So that was Emily's recipe.
00:59:28But prepared entirely by Henry.
00:59:31Yes.
00:59:35And I want to know exactly what you think.
00:59:41Really.
00:59:42Really?
00:59:43No holds barred.
00:59:45No holds barred?
00:59:47Absolutely. I'm tired of being yesed all the time.
00:59:51Well, sire, I mean, since you asked us to speak freely,
00:59:56I would...
00:59:58Well...
01:00:00You did quite a job cooking the meat, sir.
01:00:03Yes.
01:00:05The texture reminded me of...
01:00:11A wallet I once owned.
01:00:21Oh.
01:00:23It... It was tough.
01:00:27Come on. It was your first time cooking.
01:00:29Yeah. So says Miss Grey Eggs over here.
01:00:35True. True.
01:00:37Yeah, we should open a restaurant.
01:00:39Oh, yes. We'd be quite the pair.
01:00:41Oh.
01:00:43Well, it's a pleasure to meet you.
01:00:45It's a pleasure to meet you, too.
01:00:47Oh, yes. We'd be quite the pair.
01:00:50Lines around the block, aren't you?
01:00:55It's been quite a week.
01:00:56Yes, it has.
01:00:57I should thank you for, um...
01:01:01Just reminding me...
01:01:04Of what?
01:01:05What apparently I've been missing.
01:01:07Laughter, music, life.
01:01:11I've had an amazing visit.
01:01:13Me, too.
01:01:16I actually...
01:01:18Wrote something for you to...
01:01:21Just to read after you've gone home.
01:01:28Maybe I...
01:01:30Don't...
01:01:32Want to go home.
01:01:35Yeah, I mean, I get it.
01:01:37It's just like when you read a great book and you don't want it to end.
01:01:41That's precisely my point.
01:01:46Maybe it doesn't have to end.
01:01:50What do you mean?
01:01:52Perhaps with some imagination...
01:01:55A way could be found.
01:01:57But I leave tomorrow, and you...
01:02:01Perhaps I could delay my trip a bit.
01:02:04But your coronation...
01:02:05Honestly, I'm not thinking about any of that right now.
01:02:09Henry!
01:02:12Apparently I've arrived just in time.
01:02:16Henry and I have an urgent matter to discuss.
01:02:21Father, I can't believe you actually came all this way.
01:02:25What can I say, Henry?
01:02:27It seems you needed my help.
01:02:31I'm not sure that's true.
01:02:34Well, you came here...
01:02:36To sell the Winter Palace.
01:02:38Has it been sold?
01:02:42Well, no, not yet.
01:02:44But I just need more time.
01:02:45Besides, the coronation isn't until next week.
01:02:48Yes, well, that's the problem, Henry.
01:02:50There is no more time.
01:02:52Ah.
01:02:56Look, Father...
01:03:02I've been thinking.
01:03:05Edwina has done astonishing work in my absence.
01:03:09So I've been told.
01:03:11And if you'll remember, the treaty was her idea.
01:03:14She speaks multiple languages.
01:03:16She spearheads charities.
01:03:18I think she actually wants...
01:03:20Henry, that is not for you to decide.
01:03:30It's an honor to serve.
01:03:33Yes.
01:03:35And I won't hear anything more to the contrary.
01:03:37Father, you wanted an ordinary life, didn't you, before you became king?
01:03:40Yes, but when Chauncey stepped down, there was no other choice for me.
01:03:43But don't you ever regret not taking that life?
01:03:46Your mother and I did what we had to for the nation.
01:03:49As must you, too.
01:03:51Concordia must have its new ruler in as soon as possible.
01:03:55And what, you're worried that I might run away?
01:03:57Yes, well, once was enough with Chauncey.
01:04:03Chancellor and the Lord Chamberlain will be arriving here tomorrow.
01:04:06What? Why would they come here?
01:04:08Because the coronation will take place here, the day after tomorrow, in the chapel.
01:04:12What? Why?
01:04:15Rumors back home, Henry.
01:04:18Rumors that you're getting cold feet.
01:04:21Concordia must have its monarch.
01:04:24Prime Minister wants the coronation done now, and honestly, Henry, I agree.
01:04:30But it can't happen here.
01:04:34The coronation must happen on Concordian soil.
01:04:37Well, since embassies are considered the territory of the nation they represent,
01:04:41you are going to temporarily transfer the chalet's deed to our embassy here.
01:04:47Then, after the coronation, they will sell this place at long last.
01:04:55You two kissed?
01:04:57I mean, no, not, like, technically no, but almost.
01:05:00I mean, Becca, I don't know what to do.
01:05:03I mean, my week's almost up and my book needs all of my attention,
01:05:06and Henry's about to become the king of a country in Europe in a few days.
01:05:10I mean, this is ridiculous.
01:05:11It should never have gotten this far.
01:05:15But I am falling for him, Becca.
01:05:20But I am falling for him, Becca.
01:05:25I think I'm in love.
01:05:26Emily, slow down.
01:05:28There's something you should know.
01:05:31I saw a story online from some tabloid.
01:05:34It's got a photo of you in it together.
01:05:36Oh, what does it say?
01:05:38Snow Prince melts hearts while back home,
01:05:41Princess Beatrix is stewing amid rumors of engagement announcement soon going out.
01:05:47Engagement?
01:05:48No, no, um, Henry said that relationship was over.
01:05:51Are you sure?
01:05:52It says here that they're on again, off again, but that they're back on and the announcement is soon coming out.
01:05:57What?
01:05:58Yeah, and there are more headlines.
01:06:01Is Prince Henry on a date in the U.S.?
01:06:04What will fiancé Princess Beatrix think?
01:06:07Can Concordia afford a royal scandal at this critical time?
01:06:11Do you want to hear more?
01:06:13No, it's okay.
01:06:15I've heard enough.
01:06:18Emily.
01:06:22You're leaving.
01:06:23Yeah, I was just about to find you to say goodbye.
01:06:26What's the rush?
01:06:28You know, Henry, I have a book to finish and a life in Boulder.
01:06:31And you have a life waiting for you.
01:06:36You have an entire nation waiting for you.
01:06:39And obligations that I'm just...
01:06:43And, uh, obligations that I'm just distracting you from.
01:06:49Goodbye, Henry.
01:06:50Emily, please.
01:06:54Surely goodbye doesn't have to be farewell.
01:06:58Please don't make this any harder than it already is.
01:07:14Miss Miller.
01:07:17Oh, Your Majesty.
01:07:20I just wanted to commend you for doing the right thing.
01:07:25You know, I was kept informed of the, uh...
01:07:29Well, the shenanigans.
01:07:31And so I must confess, I imagined you to be a bit frivolous.
01:07:37But you're not at all, as I assumed.
01:07:43I guess one mustn't judge a book by its cover.
01:07:52I want to apologize for last night.
01:07:56I now know that Henry is going to be engaged to Beatrix, so...
01:08:01Anyway, I should probably go. I'm sure you have lots of things to attend to before you head home to Concordia.
01:08:06Miss Miller, you may think me harsh.
01:08:09But you must understand.
01:08:12Concordia must have its king.
01:08:16I just hope it gets a happy one.
01:08:26Couldn't let you leave without saying goodbye.
01:08:28Made this for you.
01:08:30Origami.
01:08:31Beautiful.
01:08:32Just my little way of saying thank you.
01:08:34Thank me for what?
01:08:35For starters, introducing me to my new girlfriend.
01:08:38That ski instructor I met on our fun day.
01:08:40Gonna come visit me in Concordia this summer.
01:08:42Fritz, I'm so happy for you.
01:08:45I wish you nothing but the best.
01:08:50Miss Tilson.
01:08:51Miss Miller.
01:08:53Well, I don't know what to say. It's a bit awkward.
01:08:56Maybe I'm succumbing to the altitude.
01:08:59Come here.
01:09:07You really are a breath of fresh air.
01:09:15Safe travels home.
01:09:17Goodbye.
01:09:32Bye.
01:09:37Welcome home, stranger.
01:09:39Thanks.
01:09:41Back one day and already looking busy?
01:09:43I was busy up until just a moment ago.
01:09:49And?
01:09:50Send.
01:09:51Did you just do what I think you did?
01:09:53Yes.
01:09:55I just sent my entire manuscript to the publisher.
01:09:57I can't believe it. I'm done.
01:09:59I'm done.
01:10:00I knew you could do it.
01:10:04So, what's next?
01:10:08Good question.
01:10:11Emily, I'm sorry that I wrote you into all of this.
01:10:14No, I...
01:10:16No, I should thank you, actually.
01:10:19Really?
01:10:21It was the most beautiful, inspiring adventure.
01:10:27I wouldn't miss it for the world.
01:10:37Come now, sire.
01:10:39Why so glum?
01:10:40This is a great day of celebration for our country.
01:10:43Of course. And it will be.
01:10:45These, sir?
01:10:46No, the black, please, with the baton.
01:10:48Yes, sir.
01:10:51Hey, you're looking every bit akin, Henry.
01:10:53Yes, Your Majesty.
01:10:54If only we could get him to smile.
01:11:00So?
01:11:02Are you ready?
01:11:04Yes, as I'll ever be.
01:11:10I thought after the coronation,
01:11:12it might be wise to announce the new treaty.
01:11:15The right start to your reign.
01:11:19Oh, yes, the treaty.
01:11:22It's a good idea. Let's do that.
01:11:25Your mind seems elsewhere, Henry.
01:11:28Is something the matter?
01:11:30No. Everything's well, Father.
01:11:33Henry, for what it's worth,
01:11:37I liked her, too.
01:11:39I chatted with Miss Miller before she left.
01:11:43She's very smart and a delightful young woman.
01:11:47Yes.
01:11:49Yes.
01:11:53But, uh,
01:11:56in the end,
01:12:00what I thought we had was a fiction.
01:12:03I see.
01:12:06I should really keep working on my speech.
01:12:09Yes, of course.
01:12:15What's that?
01:12:18Something Emily gave me.
01:12:20Listen, Henry.
01:12:24I failed to clear up a misunderstanding that Miss Miller
01:12:28had regarding your engagement with Beatrix.
01:12:34I wasn't sure what to say,
01:12:37and so I didn't say anything.
01:12:42Oh, well.
01:12:48It's all right.
01:12:51Well, I should, uh, I should go.
01:12:55And, uh, leave you to it.
01:13:05Note for King.
01:13:09Every block of stone has a statue in it,
01:13:13and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it.
01:13:18Never doubt your courage.
01:13:22P.S.
01:13:24That's a royal order.
01:13:28Brother, the coronation begins in four hours.
01:13:31Yes.
01:13:34Brother, the coronation begins in four hours.
01:13:37Yes.
01:13:39You're quite all right.
01:13:49You know what? Now that I've got this book on the way,
01:13:51I think I want to just jump into the next one.
01:13:54Yeah?
01:13:55Yeah. You know, I'm on a roll.
01:13:57Any idea what that might be?
01:13:59Uh,
01:14:01I actually started outlining a few stories,
01:14:03but I...
01:14:05I left my new idea book up at the chalet.
01:14:08Well, you need to go get it.
01:14:10I know. I know. I just...
01:14:12I don't want to go up there if Henry's still there,
01:14:14and I don't know exactly when they're leaving.
01:14:16Do you know?
01:14:18They must have left because I saw a news alert today
01:14:20that said the coronation's happening today.
01:14:23So if they're in Concordia,
01:14:25the chalet must be empty right now.
01:14:27Okay.
01:14:28Are you gonna go?
01:14:30Do you want me to go with you?
01:14:32You know, you have to get back to work in a few minutes,
01:14:34and I think I just want to go now
01:14:36and just get on with it.
01:14:38Besides, it'll be night before I get there.
01:15:00Come on.
01:15:21As I step down,
01:15:23I turn to you,
01:15:26my eldest child, Prince Henry,
01:15:29to ask if you will assume the throne
01:15:31as defender of the realm,
01:15:34king of Concordia,
01:15:36carrying out your duties
01:15:39with all your heart.
01:15:42Please,
01:15:44make your proclamation.
01:15:52Our most hallowed tradition
01:15:55is the passing of the Concordian crown
01:15:58from one monarch to the next.
01:16:02And while it is tempting for us to grieve
01:16:05as one chapter ends,
01:16:09we must also celebrate as another begins.
01:16:15To rule Concordia requires a full and honest heart.
01:16:22The truth is...
01:16:25The truth is, my heart belongs somewhere else.
01:16:28And because I cannot give Concordia my full heart,
01:16:31I cannot be your king.
01:16:37Someone who was very dear to me
01:16:39reminded me of something that I had learned long ago.
01:16:44Every stone
01:16:46has a statue in it
01:16:48just waiting to be discovered.
01:16:53Life is this way.
01:16:57We cannot see our futures
01:16:59any more than we can see a statue trapped in stone.
01:17:03And yet, chip by chip,
01:17:06our lives begin to reveal themselves
01:17:08until they are released from their blocks.
01:17:11Thus,
01:17:13we are faced with a choice.
01:17:16To carve out a life worth living
01:17:19or to be carved out by life itself.
01:17:22Now, the choice before me today
01:17:24is to continue down a path
01:17:26that I know in my heart is wrong.
01:17:31The Princess Edwina is far more capable
01:17:35and more passionate
01:17:37and better suited to rule Concordia
01:17:39than I could ever hope to be.
01:17:42That is, if she's interested.
01:17:45I thought you'd never ask.
01:17:52My son is quite right.
01:17:55Concordia must have its monarch.
01:18:00And so it shall.
01:18:02Not a king,
01:18:05but a queen.
01:18:08Long live the queen.
01:18:11Long live the queen!
01:18:15Sorry to put you on the spot, Eddie,
01:18:17but I knew you could handle it.
01:18:19Are you joking?
01:18:20This is the most fun I've had all year.
01:18:22Perhaps not a typical coronation,
01:18:25but I believe the right one.
01:18:30Emily.
01:18:35Go to her.
01:18:37That is a royal order.
01:18:42I know where you left.
01:18:44But Beatrix and I broke up,
01:18:46but the palace kept the breakup quiet
01:18:48because we felt a bit obliged to each other.
01:18:50I'm sorry.
01:18:52I'm sorry.
01:18:54I'm sorry.
01:18:56I'm sorry.
01:18:58The palace kept quiet because we felt that a public breakup
01:19:00might erode support for the treaty between our two nations.
01:19:02But anyway, none of that matters
01:19:04because I'm not going to be king
01:19:06and Edwina's going to sign the treaty tomorrow.
01:19:08Why are you hiding behind a flag?
01:19:10Oh, um...
01:19:12I came back to get the book you gave me.
01:19:15What?
01:19:16The coronation.
01:19:18Yeah.
01:19:19What does it mean?
01:19:22Are you staying?
01:19:24Only if you stay.
01:19:26You and this place are all I've ever wanted.
01:19:30What about your royal destiny?
01:19:35I wanted to write my own story.
01:19:39One with a couple in it.