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00:00:00Merry Christmas.
00:00:22Hey, Meredith.
00:00:23Hey.
00:00:23It's cold out there today.
00:00:25Yes, it is.
00:00:26Oh, did Violet and Danielle pick up their orders?
00:00:31Uh, yes, they did, and they were very happy.
00:00:33Good, good, good.
00:00:34Happy clients are return clients,
00:00:36which is especially important right now.
00:00:39Oh, how did it go at the bank this morning?
00:00:41Well, the loan officer's gonna review our financial reports.
00:00:45Her biggest priority is consistent cash flow, so...
00:00:48Your mobile styling truck is a fantastic idea.
00:00:51They're just gonna have to say yes.
00:00:52I hope so.
00:00:53By the way, how did your date go the other night?
00:00:57Oh, I had to cancel.
00:00:58Where's the green ribbon?
00:01:00Bella, how do you expect to meet anyone
00:01:02if you don't actually meet anyone?
00:01:05Okay, after I shared that I spent my day
00:01:07styling the ladies at the senior center,
00:01:08the man sent me laughing emojis.
00:01:10Right?
00:01:11Who does that?
00:01:12Good for you for canceling.
00:01:13I'm sure the ladies had a good time.
00:01:15They really did.
00:01:16I love helping people feel good about themselves.
00:01:18It's the best part of what we do.
00:01:20Yeah, there's this one sweet lady, Virginia,
00:01:22at the senior center,
00:01:23and her new shawl and earrings.
00:01:25She looked like a little kid on Christmas morning.
00:01:27I love that.
00:01:29So do you have any fun family plans for Christmas?
00:01:32Well, my parents don't get back
00:01:33from their anniversary cruise until late on the 24th,
00:01:35so we'll spend the day together on Christmas Day.
00:01:37How long have they been married?
00:01:39Forty years.
00:01:40And happily, too.
00:01:42One day your prince will come,
00:01:44and you will have a happily ever after, too.
00:01:46You gonna start singing now?
00:01:47Maybe.
00:01:49Don't you have deliveries today?
00:01:50Yes.
00:01:51Go.
00:01:52Bye.
00:02:03Welcome back, Your Grace.
00:02:05How was your flight?
00:02:06Exhausting.
00:02:07We delayed five hours leaving London,
00:02:09and then another hour on the tarmac upon landing.
00:02:11That is a long flight.
00:02:13Where's your luggage?
00:02:14Lost.
00:02:14Oh.
00:02:15Leave it to me, Your Grace.
00:02:16Oh, no.
00:02:21It's another cancellation.
00:02:23How are things here, Benjamin?
00:02:25Oh, very well, Your Grace.
00:02:26For the past week that I've been here,
00:02:27I've been happily preparing Tankford House for your arrival.
00:02:31It's hard to believe it's been seven years.
00:02:33Oh, well, that was Sidney's idea.
00:02:35Hmm.
00:02:36Apparently, she was less interested in my legacy
00:02:38and more interested in building her American social media profile.
00:02:42Oh.
00:02:43Well, she'll be joining you.
00:02:44Clearly, you've not read the latest tabloids, have you?
00:02:47No.
00:02:48No, that's over.
00:02:50And before you ask, I'm fine.
00:02:53And I do agree.
00:02:54It's for the best.
00:02:55Right.
00:02:56Well, you're going to need something to wear.
00:02:58I know just the place.
00:03:00I passed it on the way to the airport.
00:03:02Good man, Benjamin.
00:03:03Mm-hmm.
00:03:04See you.
00:03:05You've got my phone.
00:03:06Ah, it's Boutique ought to have everything you need
00:03:19until your luggage arrives.
00:03:21If you just give me your sizes, I'll run in.
00:03:23Oh.
00:03:26Connie.
00:03:27No, you better take it.
00:03:28I'll pop into the shop.
00:03:29Right.
00:03:30Coming in soon.
00:03:31Hello.
00:03:33Welcome to Bella Sparks Couture.
00:03:35I'm Bella.
00:03:36Feel free to relax and have some hot cider or...
00:03:38Oh, no, thank you.
00:03:39I need a suit with all the accessories and a sleep garment.
00:03:42Please.
00:03:43Great.
00:03:44Um, we have various options from different designers.
00:03:46I can show you...
00:03:47Oh, I beg your pardon.
00:03:48I genuinely don't care about the designer.
00:03:50I just need something that fits, preferably in gray.
00:03:53Great.
00:03:53Uh, I just need your sizes.
00:03:55Yes, of course.
00:03:56I'd like to get this done as soon as possible.
00:03:59My tailor's contact information.
00:04:01He has all my measurements.
00:04:02There you are.
00:04:03Okay, great.
00:04:03I just want to verify.
00:04:04So it's PJs.
00:04:05Sleep garment.
00:04:07Sleep garment.
00:04:08Uh, sorry.
00:04:09Um, suit with a jacket, tie, shirt.
00:04:11Yes, yes.
00:04:12All of it.
00:04:13And I've taken the liberty to put my address on the back of the cart.
00:04:16As soon as possible, please.
00:04:18Snowy Crest.
00:04:19That's an hour and a half outside of town.
00:04:21We can do it, but it's an extra charge.
00:04:22Yes, of course.
00:04:23Fine.
00:04:24Um, use this.
00:04:26Thank you, Mr. Brown.
00:04:28Um, can I assist you in any other way?
00:04:30No, that'll be all.
00:04:31When can I expect delivery?
00:04:33Um, by 7 p.m. tonight.
00:04:35Excellent.
00:04:36Good day.
00:04:36Okay, good day to you, too.
00:04:38Good day to you, too.
00:04:51Good day to you.
00:04:51Good day to you, too.
00:04:54Good day to you.
00:04:54Really?
00:04:55Two more cancellations?
00:04:57Consolations? This is becoming ridiculous.
00:05:06Hold on a moment.
00:05:11You can leave the packages there.
00:05:13Oh, um, your receipts in the garment bag.
00:05:27All right. Well, I must get some sleep before I drop.
00:05:37All right. Speak tomorrow. Night-night.
00:05:40Oh, my goodness.
00:05:59Look at this.
00:06:04Right.
00:06:05Right.
00:06:05Uh, who was this?
00:06:10Some British guy?
00:06:12Stephen Brown, I think.
00:06:13Good sale, but kind of rude.
00:06:17We need more hangers.
00:06:19Happy Christmas.
00:06:22Welcome to Bella Sparks Couture.
00:06:25I'd like to speak to the lady who helped me yesterday.
00:06:28I am not sure where she is.
00:06:30Really? I believe I saw her
00:06:33ducking into the back when I came in.
00:06:34Yes.
00:06:36Uh, just...
00:06:38Uh, Bella?
00:06:40Our newest client would like to speak to you.
00:06:43Found those hangers?
00:06:45Yeah.
00:06:45Yeah.
00:06:46Oh, hello.
00:06:48Hello.
00:06:48Uh, Mr. Brown, what a surprise.
00:06:51What can I do for you?
00:06:52I am going to put these hangers away.
00:06:55Is this about exchanging the sleep garment?
00:07:00You know, you didn't say exactly what you wanted, and so I...
00:07:04So, you took the liberty to give me a dose of holiday cheer.
00:07:08You weren't wrong.
00:07:11I want to apologize for my boorish behavior.
00:07:14I was exhausted from a long day of travel, topped off by the airlines, losing my luggage.
00:07:19However, that is no excuse for my rude behavior.
00:07:21I sincerely hope you'll accept my apology.
00:07:25That's completely unnecessary, but I really appreciate that, Mr. Brown.
00:07:29Stefan, please.
00:07:31Okay.
00:07:33Uh, you know, we have a line of men's sleepwear that you might prefer.
00:07:37No, your choice was, uh, quite comfortable.
00:07:40I slept better than I have in months.
00:07:42Oh, I'm happy to hear that.
00:07:45Oh.
00:07:47I must take this.
00:07:49Pardon me?
00:07:50Yeah, of course.
00:07:52Hello, Connie.
00:07:57Yes, Connie.
00:07:57Well, it's the first Christmas luncheon I've hosted on this side of the hall in seven years.
00:08:05Well?
00:08:06He's cute.
00:08:10I have a good, good, good.
00:08:12Okay, very good.
00:08:13Good, ma'am.
00:08:14Well, we'll have to figure something out.
00:08:19Well, my diary's filled with meetings and dinners and...
00:08:22Oh, dear.
00:08:24I forgot about my plus one.
00:08:26What?
00:08:28What am I, 12?
00:08:29Just because he's handsome with a cute accent doesn't mean I'm interested.
00:08:33Because I'm not.
00:08:36Besides, I think he lives in Europe anyway.
00:08:38He's probably not single.
00:08:39Why are we having this conversation?
00:08:40I have no idea.
00:08:41You started it.
00:08:42I did not.
00:08:42Yes, you did.
00:08:43Please, come on.
00:08:49Right.
00:08:49So it appears that my luggage has gone completely MRA.
00:08:53I see that you offer personal styling services and I'm in need for the week.
00:08:58Will your wife or your wife or your girlfriend be bringing you the luggage when you find it?
00:09:03No.
00:09:04I don't have either.
00:09:05Hmm.
00:09:06Oh.
00:09:07I'm booked for the week.
00:09:09Completely?
00:09:10Completely.
00:09:12Hmm.
00:09:12Well, I would be happy to help.
00:09:14What exactly do you need?
00:09:15Well, it's somewhat complicated.
00:09:17Perhaps you'll allow me to explain over a holiday latte.
00:09:20Oh, I can take the store.
00:09:22Um, I'd be happy to.
00:09:24I'd be happy to.
00:09:24I'll go in.
00:09:25I'll get my coat.
00:09:26Have you been to England?
00:09:28No, but I've always wanted to go.
00:09:31I do watch the baking shows.
00:09:32Please, allow me.
00:09:33Oh.
00:09:34So, you're a baker?
00:09:39No, no.
00:09:40I watch other people bake.
00:09:42I'm afraid I have more fails than successes.
00:09:45Well, I'm sure it tastes just as good.
00:09:47Eh.
00:09:49So, I have a two-fold business proposition for you.
00:09:51As I mentioned, my luggage has gone missing and I have a full week through the 23rd.
00:09:56Business meetings, lunch receptions, dinners and such.
00:09:59So, you need outfits for each event?
00:10:01Yes.
00:10:01I generally stick to greys and blacks, so not too much fuss there.
00:10:05Okay.
00:10:06What's the second part?
00:10:07Let me preface this by saying this is strictly professional and platonic.
00:10:11I find myself at a loose end after having replied that I'd be bringing a guest to several of these events.
00:10:18Wait a minute.
00:10:19So, you need a date?
00:10:21An official plus one.
00:10:23Right.
00:10:23I will compensate you for your time, of course.
00:10:26Like, I appreciate the offer, but I have a full week of client appointments.
00:10:30Right.
00:10:30Sorry.
00:10:31It was presumptuous of me to have assumed that you were not otherwise engaged with your work or your own holiday plans.
00:10:37And my holiday plans involve the boutique.
00:10:40But regardless, it's a bit of an unusual request.
00:10:44It is.
00:10:44Yes.
00:10:45But I'd prefer to avoid all the questions I know that I'll be receiving from well-meaning friends and acquaintances if I show up alone.
00:10:52And you think that if I'm there, that somehow...
00:10:55Yes, of course.
00:10:56It would help me tremendously.
00:10:57I mean, I guess if I moved a few things around in the schedule, I could probably...
00:11:05Perfect.
00:11:05We have a deal, then?
00:11:07You'll dress me and you'll be my official plus one for the week.
00:11:10Strictly professional, of course.
00:11:12Of course.
00:11:14Deal.
00:11:18He said he wants gray and black suits with white shirts, but I want to give him a pop of color for the cocktail party.
00:11:24Let's see, this would bring out his eyes.
00:11:27He has green eyes, does he?
00:11:29Yes.
00:11:30It was a purely professional assessment of my client's iris pigmentation.
00:11:34Thank you very much.
00:11:35I know it's not a date, but what are you going to wear?
00:11:38It's definitely not a date.
00:11:39I'm his plus one buddy.
00:11:42But we still want you to be the belle of the ball.
00:11:44Look, I'm just there to help him avoid uncomfortable conversations and make some extra cash.
00:11:48This is not some fairy tale starring Prince Charming.
00:11:51Just because your ex-boyfriend was more of a frog than a prince doesn't mean they all are.
00:11:56Is this because of his accent?
00:11:58Maybe.
00:11:58Yeah, okay.
00:11:59I gotta get this packed up, and I want it to look nice.
00:12:02I will deliver it.
00:12:04I want to see this amazing estate for myself.
00:12:06You go home.
00:12:07Go get ready.
00:12:10For your not date date.
00:12:11Thanks to your association, we've reached nearly three times as many communities as last year.
00:12:23Wow, that's fantastic.
00:12:24I'm so happy.
00:12:29Hey.
00:12:29Hi.
00:12:30Glad you could make it.
00:12:34Wait a minute.
00:12:35That's not the shirt I paired with that suit.
00:12:37No, I know.
00:12:38The one that you said was a little bit too flashy for my liking.
00:12:42Flashy?
00:12:43Because it wasn't white?
00:12:45Flashy.
00:12:46That's microelastic polyester, bright floral pattern print.
00:12:50I dare say that's not my style either.
00:12:52No?
00:12:52No.
00:12:52I'd like you to meet Jeff, Jamie, the co-directors of the Universal Endowment for Children.
00:12:59Bella is my...
00:13:01Well, she's my...
00:13:03Buddy.
00:13:04Hey, buddy.
00:13:08We're so sorry Lady Sydney couldn't make it.
00:13:10I saw the article.
00:13:12Have you tried the hors d'oeuvres?
00:13:14They look amazing.
00:13:17You're okay, though?
00:13:18Yes, yes, I'm fine.
00:13:19Um, you know how these things get so massively out of love, especially in the media.
00:13:23How about a selfie?
00:13:24Hmm?
00:13:25Just a moment.
00:13:29Oh, the mayor just arrived.
00:13:31Oh, excuse us.
00:13:35What was that all about?
00:13:36Well, you see, actually, the Spanish ambassador would like to meet you.
00:13:40I'll bring him right back.
00:13:41Yeah, yeah, sure.
00:13:42Of course.
00:13:42Pardon me.
00:13:43Mm-hmm.
00:13:49So, how do you know his grace?
00:13:52His what?
00:13:53His grace?
00:13:55Stefan?
00:13:57He didn't tell you?
00:13:59He's the Duke of Tangford.
00:14:02I mean, he's been all over the tabloids recently, which is why he doesn't have photographs.
00:14:05I mean, I can't say you blame him.
00:14:07But, oh, excuse me.
00:14:08I promised my kids I'd say goodnight.
00:14:10Just one moment.
00:14:10So, you're a Duke?
00:14:20Did I fail to mention that?
00:14:22Uh-huh.
00:14:23Yeah.
00:14:28Bella.
00:14:31Are you all right?
00:14:32I'm embarrassed.
00:14:34Well, I can't exactly just drop in.
00:14:37Look, I'm a Duke into casual conversation without sounding extremely pompous.
00:14:43How am I supposed to help you if I don't even know who you are?
00:14:46I probably violated a million royal etiquette rules.
00:14:49No, not at all.
00:14:50I assure you.
00:14:52I'm sorry.
00:14:52I should have told you I was a Duke.
00:14:54And that you don't allow photographs?
00:14:56No candid photos, anyway.
00:14:59Would you like to be free from our arrangement?
00:15:02No.
00:15:04Besides, a deal is a deal.
00:15:06Right?
00:15:07Right.
00:15:08Good, then.
00:15:10Buddy.
00:15:13Duke.
00:15:21Turns out he's a Duke and didn't bother to tell me.
00:15:24A Duke?
00:15:25He does have a commanding type of royal air about him.
00:15:29So there I was, you know, completely clueless, doing everything wrong.
00:15:32It was not cool.
00:15:33Well, I take it you told him to find another plus one for this week.
00:15:36You wouldn't be lying if you said you were swamped with other clients.
00:15:40Yeah.
00:15:40You know, it looks good for us to have such a high-profile client, and the extra cash will
00:15:45be great for my mobile styling truck, and it won't need as big a loan from the bank.
00:15:49I'm supposed to hear from them today.
00:15:50What are you looking at?
00:15:51I'm curious, even if you aren't.
00:15:57Duke of shattered hearts?
00:16:02His ex, Aris Sidney, spotted with champion rugby player.
00:16:06Your Duke's full name is Stephen William Francis Brown.
00:16:10He's not my Duke.
00:16:11Right.
00:16:12He's your buddy.
00:16:16One in five vote to relieve Tangford of his dukedom.
00:16:20Can they do that?
00:16:21No, that requires an act of parliament.
00:16:23Wow, they're just making stuff up to hurt him.
00:16:25It says here that he strung the Aris along for three years and then callously broke up
00:16:30with her over the phone.
00:16:31Well, that doesn't sound like him.
00:16:32I mean, how awful to have your personal life exploited in the tabloids.
00:16:39I can only imagine what my headline would have been.
00:16:42Professional stylist and boutique owner blindsided last Christmas when her boyfriend moves to
00:16:46Central America and tells her he isn't coming back.
00:16:49Bella, you deserve much better.
00:16:53Yeah.
00:16:55Well, he seemed too good to be true, and he was.
00:17:02Is that the bank?
00:17:04No, it's Benjamin.
00:17:06The Duke needs a tie and festive accessory for a last minute event.
00:17:10What time is Danielle getting here?
00:17:12Oh, I can handle it.
00:17:13Yeah?
00:17:14Here you go.
00:17:16Bella, stylist to the royals.
00:17:19Just try not to end up in the tabloids.
00:17:22Uh-huh.
00:17:24Tell me more about this event you just added to my calendar.
00:17:29You said it's just down the road.
00:17:30The Christmas Pancake Breakfast, benefiting the Snowy Crest Family Charity.
00:17:36It'll be good publicity to counteract the current stories about you.
00:17:40Right, right.
00:17:41Yes, though, a worthy charity either way.
00:17:44Um, refresh me on the details.
00:17:46You'll take one staged photograph with a vetted event photographer in festive attire.
00:17:52Understand?
00:17:53Copy that, yes.
00:17:54With people watching your every public move, it is especially important that everything go flawlessly this week.
00:18:02Hi.
00:18:10There you are.
00:18:24Welcome to Tankford House.
00:18:26Your home in England must be incredible if you'd rather live there than here.
00:18:29I, yeah, this was my father's favorite estate.
00:18:32It's absolutely beautiful.
00:18:34Why, thank you.
00:18:35Please, have a seat.
00:18:37Thanks, sir.
00:18:37And what have you brought?
00:18:43Okay, so I have a few tie options with pocket squares, of course.
00:18:48Uh, this is a nice bold red.
00:18:50This one I like.
00:18:50It's got a little bit of a sparkle sheen to it.
00:18:53This will do.
00:18:54The blue?
00:18:55Yes, of course.
00:18:57Right.
00:18:58Okay, for the festive accessory.
00:19:00Now, it was kind of last minute, but I was thinking that a festive pin could be fun if you're a lapel.
00:19:04These are adorable.
00:19:06They light up.
00:19:08You don't have to light them up, but it's an option if you wanted to.
00:19:11Festive accessory, not necessary.
00:19:15Oh, okay.
00:19:17Then you probably wouldn't be interested in the, uh, Santa hat either.
00:19:22For what purpose?
00:19:24You know, I'm not sure, but I figured everyone needs a Santa hat, right?
00:19:27Do they now?
00:19:29Well, yeah.
00:19:32Do you not own a Santa hat?
00:19:34No, of course not.
00:19:37Well, you should take it.
00:19:38Just...
00:19:39Really?
00:19:41Just take it.
00:19:42To where?
00:19:42You should have one.
00:19:43You should have one.
00:19:43You should have one.
00:19:44I mean, just...
00:19:45Please, take it.
00:19:46Sure.
00:19:47Okay, good.
00:19:49Well, um...
00:19:52Look, I know this is not a part of your responsibilities for the day, but, um, would you be so kind as
00:20:01to accompany me, uh, to a last-minute event?
00:20:05Uh, I'll even throw in a pancake breakfast, yes?
00:20:09Well, who doesn't love pancakes, huh?
00:20:12Right?
00:20:13Yes?
00:20:14Yeah, yeah, sure.
00:20:15Okay, yeah, I can do it.
00:20:15Okay, first, everyone needs a Santa hat, right?
00:20:21Right.
00:20:24You're right.
00:20:25I'll just grab my jacket, and then we'll be off.
00:20:27On behalf of the Snowy Crest Family Charity, as a token of our thanks for his patronage,
00:20:41I would like to present the Duke of Tangford with this gift of our very own finest maple syrup.
00:20:52Thank you, Christy.
00:20:54Wow.
00:20:54I am honored to be a part of this incredible organization.
00:21:00I'm very happy to announce that next year, we plan to completely renovate the local park.
00:21:10Time and again, it has been proven that outdoor play and nature benefits family members of all ages,
00:21:16both physically and mentally.
00:21:17In addition, it has been known to greatly enhance students' academic performances,
00:21:23as well as encouraging positive self-esteem in everyone who participates.
00:21:28Please enjoy your pancake breakfast, popped off with this delightful maple syrup.
00:21:40Truly, thank you for being here today.
00:21:43It really means a lot.
00:21:44Thank you for having me, Christy.
00:21:46And for this delightful small batch maple syrup, I shall have it with my pudding upon return to England.
00:21:52And give my best to Doug and the girls.
00:21:54Oh, can we get that photo now?
00:21:56Yes, of course.
00:21:57Let's do it.
00:22:17Bye.
00:22:18Bye.
00:22:20Bye.
00:22:21Bye.
00:22:21Bye.
00:22:22Bye.
00:22:22Bye.
00:22:24Bye.
00:22:25Bye.
00:22:26Bye.
00:22:27Are we learning anything new?
00:22:29A maple syrup candle.
00:22:31I'm learning more about you.
00:22:33Really?
00:22:34Yeah, that was a nice speech.
00:22:35How many organizations are you involved with?
00:22:37I'm involved at different levels with several dozen charities,
00:22:41both at home and internationally.
00:22:42I also manage my own, the Tangford Trust.
00:22:45I saw that on the itinerary.
00:22:46So is the Duke's Christmas luncheon on the 23rd?
00:22:48Is that, like, the Trust's biggest event of the year?
00:22:50All right, you assume correctly.
00:22:52However, this year, things are not looking so good.
00:22:55Why is that?
00:22:56Well, if the guest list gets too low,
00:22:58it won't be good for appearances to host the event.
00:23:01Better to not have it at all than to risk looking unpopular.
00:23:05Oh.
00:23:06Yes, when you have a title, everyone is always watching you.
00:23:10Waiting for you to do something wrong.
00:23:13Nothing is more important than duty and honoring your family's name.
00:23:17As my father used to say, service and duty before self.
00:23:21I heard this daily from early childhood.
00:23:24And I can't imagine you were the rebellious type.
00:23:26No, not at all.
00:23:28I respected my parents far too much to bring any shame on our family.
00:23:32I can't imagine your family being anything other than completely proud of you.
00:23:36That's very kind of you.
00:23:39Oh, fancy some fresh air?
00:23:41Sure.
00:23:42Excellent.
00:23:42Oh, I love the countryside.
00:23:52I grew up in New York City.
00:23:54Did you now?
00:23:55Yeah.
00:23:56Yeah, in a small apartment surrounded by concrete.
00:23:59You know, even though we didn't have a lot of material things and a lot of what we did have was hand-me-downs,
00:24:04we really had fun.
00:24:05We used to build snowmen in the middle of the sidewalk.
00:24:07And then, of course, I would style them with my new hand-me-down accessories.
00:24:11Fashionable snowmen.
00:24:12I thought so.
00:24:14The neighborhood kids didn't always agree.
00:24:16But, you know, you can't let other people's opinions of you get in the way of living your best life, right?
00:24:20Living your best life.
00:24:22Yeah.
00:24:22Right.
00:24:23Hmm.
00:24:23No, I don't think I've ever built a snowman.
00:24:27Wait, what?
00:24:28You've never built a snowman?
00:24:30Afraid not.
00:24:32Did you listen to your speech?
00:24:34Play in nature benefits physical and mental health.
00:24:38Mm-hmm.
00:24:40Hmm.
00:24:43Come on.
00:24:44What are you doing?
00:24:46The correct question, sir, is what are we doing?
00:24:49Sorry.
00:24:50What are we doing?
00:24:51I'll show you.
00:24:53Oh, this is perfect for his nose.
00:25:00There we go.
00:25:02Hey!
00:25:04He's still missing something.
00:25:06Yeah, he is.
00:25:11Because everyone needs a Santa hat.
00:25:14Yes, that is true.
00:25:17Ah.
00:25:22There you go.
00:25:23Not bad fear for a snowman.
00:25:28You know, in that coat, you bear a striking resemblance to the little red riding hood.
00:25:34Without the hood?
00:25:35Precisely, yes.
00:25:37Well, it's a good thing you look nothing like the big bad wolf.
00:25:41Are you sure?
00:25:42Yes.
00:25:43No, oh, that character scared me as a child.
00:25:46I mean, to be fair, I scare easily.
00:25:51Stefan?
00:25:52Ah!
00:25:53Oh, sorry.
00:25:55Seriously?
00:25:55Ha, ha.
00:25:58I am...
00:25:58I'm gonna get you back for that.
00:26:00You can try.
00:26:02Yeah.
00:26:03You ready?
00:26:03Ready for this?
00:26:04Ha!
00:26:05Ha!
00:26:05Serves you right.
00:26:10Trying to take time with Duke.
00:26:11Mm-hmm.
00:26:13Huh.
00:26:14You legit scared me.
00:26:16I know.
00:26:16You're very proud of yourself, aren't you?
00:26:18I am.
00:26:19Rightfully so.
00:26:20And I do believe that Mr. Snowman, yeah, can we kill us.
00:26:22Right?
00:26:23I don't think so.
00:26:24I don't hear him talking.
00:26:26Hello.
00:26:27I believe he does.
00:26:28Hello.
00:26:30Hey, Greg.
00:26:37I should have known better.
00:26:38That was utterly careless of me.
00:26:40What do you mean?
00:26:42You can't trust a paparazzi.
00:26:43See, they find out where you are, and they sell your photos to the highest bidder.
00:26:47It makes up a fine story to go along with.
00:26:49You were building a snowman at a charity event.
00:26:52We can't say anything bad about that.
00:26:54You'd be surprised.
00:26:55We should get back.
00:26:57You have a long drive, and it'll be getting dark soon.
00:27:00Okay.
00:27:11Which one do you like more?
00:27:12Well, it depends on the client.
00:27:14It's for Stefan.
00:27:15I thought he already has his suit for today.
00:27:17He does, but his suit for Thursday just came in, and I thought one of these might fiven
00:27:20up his afternoon meeting.
00:27:21I wanted to run it over there.
00:27:23I just, I want his wardrobe to reflect who he really is.
00:27:25You know, charming and dynamic.
00:27:27This one.
00:27:28This one.
00:27:29Yes.
00:27:31What?
00:27:33Okay, he hired me to be his stylist, and he's paying me well.
00:27:35It's my job.
00:27:36It's my duty, in fact, to make sure he looks his best.
00:27:38And that, that is true for every one of my clients.
00:27:41Is this the last of it, by the way?
00:27:43Because I should, I should probably get on the road soon.
00:27:45No, you go.
00:27:45I got this.
00:27:46I'll have a few minutes.
00:27:47Okay.
00:27:48I have been seeing a lot of articles about his breakup with Sidney.
00:27:52He is being painted in a pretty bad light.
00:27:54I just, he just never seems to defend himself.
00:27:57Meredith, why are you reading that stuff?
00:27:59Because he keeps showing up in my feed.
00:28:01Well, I hope you're not believing any of it.
00:28:03Look, he may not always be the warm and fuzzy type, but he does not deserve whatever negative
00:28:07things they're saying about him.
00:28:09He, he's a good guy.
00:28:12Well, you do know him better than I do.
00:28:14I'm sure you're right.
00:28:15I say this as an objective observer, observing him.
00:28:19Yes, you're very objective.
00:28:21I am objective.
00:28:22I, I, look, I have, I have a good perspective on him.
00:28:25I'm, I'm there witnessing him.
00:28:26A witness to the handsome face.
00:28:29Yes.
00:28:29I, I'm going to, I'm, I'm leaving.
00:28:31Goodbye.
00:28:31Oh, you're so flustered.
00:28:37Hello, Bella.
00:28:38You're early.
00:28:39I was just about to text you.
00:28:41Is this a bad time?
00:28:42No, it's all right.
00:28:44That'll be old Benjamin.
00:28:45Of course.
00:28:48May I?
00:28:49Of course, yes.
00:28:49I trust you brought a suit?
00:28:51Yes, but first, I thought this could add a little holiday joy to your meeting this
00:28:56afternoon.
00:28:57Who's Lady Josephine?
00:28:59I'm sorry.
00:29:00That, that is none of my business.
00:29:02I am, I'm so sorry.
00:29:03It's all right.
00:29:04Please have a seat.
00:29:06A friend.
00:29:07Um, and I would be vehemently objecting to this if my meeting hadn't just canceled.
00:29:13Ah.
00:29:14Okay.
00:29:15I brought the suit that we talked about, but I couldn't help but bring an option.
00:29:21Okay.
00:29:24Pinstripes.
00:29:25It's still business-like, but with a little flair.
00:29:27Lots of flair.
00:29:29Yeah.
00:29:29Let's just stick to the original.
00:29:31Would you try it on, though?
00:29:31Because it's...
00:29:32Oh, not today.
00:29:33I'm telling you.
00:29:33I have a picture in my head, and it's going to look great on you.
00:29:38I'll just leave it here.
00:29:40Excellent.
00:29:40That would be great.
00:29:43Um, I do apologize for you making the trip all this way.
00:29:46Um, oh, yeah, no problem at all.
00:29:49So was there any fallout from the snowman building gate?
00:29:53Uh, not as yet.
00:29:55Uh, unfortunately, the other headlines are far more riveting.
00:30:00Yes.
00:30:00Oh, I ought to get some work done.
00:30:02Yes, me too.
00:30:03Yes.
00:30:03Me too.
00:30:05I just, I couldn't help but notice that you don't have a Christmas tree.
00:30:10Right.
00:30:10Well, I suppose Benjamin didn't see the need.
00:30:13The Duke's Christmas luncheon is at a lovely hotel.
00:30:16And then I fly back to England the day after on Christmas Eve.
00:30:20Still, no Christmas tree the week before Christmas.
00:30:25I'm betting you never picked out your own Christmas tree.
00:30:28Uh, uh, that's a wager you would not win.
00:30:31However, it has been many, many years.
00:30:34You know, I can't imagine many photographers would be just hanging out waiting for you to pick the wrong tree.
00:30:39No, not on this property.
00:30:42You have Christmas trees growing here?
00:30:43Yes, more than you can imagine.
00:30:45Can you take a break?
00:30:48Well, my family's estate's been around for hundreds of years.
00:30:50I don't suppose a few hours would hurt anything.
00:30:54Shall we fetch a Christmas tree?
00:30:56Yes.
00:30:56Okay.
00:30:57Good.
00:30:58All right.
00:30:59Jolly Goat.
00:31:00Off we go.
00:31:00Picking out the Christmas tree was one of my favorite family traditions growing up.
00:31:07I mean, it was in a tree lot in the city, not an enchanted forest like this.
00:31:12But, uh, it was so much fun.
00:31:14My brother and I, we would find the biggest tree in the lot.
00:31:17And then my dad would protest and pretend that he wants a smaller tree, but he'd always let us win.
00:31:21And then we'd come home with our tree, and my mom would make her famous hot chocolate.
00:31:28That sounds lovely.
00:31:30Now, why was it famous?
00:31:32Oh, it was just famous to our family.
00:31:35Oh.
00:31:36Well, she would, okay, so she would melt chocolate chips with a little vanilla and cinnamon and butter and hot milk, and it was divine.
00:31:42What about you?
00:31:45Any favorite family holiday traditions?
00:31:48Well, yeah, the Christmas crackers.
00:31:51Every year, at dinner before pudding, what you call dessert, I would open a mine, and I would always receive a die-cast car.
00:31:59I had a massive collection.
00:32:01And when I went to school, my mother donated them to a local children's hospital.
00:32:06She didn't ask you first?
00:32:07No, of course she did.
00:32:08And I agreed that it puts a much better use, bringing joy to some children rather than sitting on my shelf, you know?
00:32:15Service and duty before self.
00:32:16Yes, exactly.
00:32:18Did you hear something?
00:32:20Yes, perfect timing.
00:32:22Benjamin, right here.
00:32:23Ah, yes, your grace.
00:32:25Right behind you.
00:32:26What are you up to?
00:32:28Oh, you're not the only one with some fun family holiday traditions.
00:32:31A tradition your dear parents enjoyed very much each holiday season.
00:32:37Hot cocoa on a tree hunt?
00:32:38Yes, exactly.
00:32:40May I help you?
00:32:41Of course you will.
00:32:43It's been a long time since your grace has ventured out onto the grounds and felled a Christmas tree.
00:32:48Yes, too long.
00:32:49I almost forgot how beautiful it is.
00:32:52Yes.
00:32:52Well, lucky for me, some traditions find their way back to us.
00:32:59May I?
00:33:00Oh, thank you.
00:33:04This is amazing.
00:33:05Hot chocolate?
00:33:09Yes, please.
00:33:12Hot chocolate, my favorite.
00:33:14So, tell me, did you always want to be a stylist?
00:33:18Yes, actually.
00:33:19Even before my fashionable snowmen, I used to love putting together outfits and accessories for my dolls.
00:33:26And then for friends and family.
00:33:28I used to charge ten cents an outfit.
00:33:30Oh, really?
00:33:30A born entrepreneur.
00:33:31What was your first job?
00:33:35My first job was in a department store.
00:33:38My favorite part was when people asked me for help.
00:33:42Help?
00:33:42As in matching a jumper with a skirt?
00:33:45Yeah, but mostly it was about helping people figure out what looked best on them.
00:33:50When people feel good about how they look, it's just amazing what it does to boost their self-confidence.
00:33:55Now, I've got to tell you, I love watching my clients just open up and boldly face the world with their best foot forward.
00:34:01So, this is your passion?
00:34:04It is.
00:34:05And I'm so grateful.
00:34:07I started my boutique after college out of my apartment, and now I've got my store, and I'm working on expanding my business to include a mobile styling unit.
00:34:17And what does that look like?
00:34:18Okay, so I want to buy a huge wardrobe truck that I can drive to my clients.
00:34:22And not just for my regular clients' convenience, but also for therapeutic purposes, too.
00:34:27Mobile retail therapy is a thing?
00:34:29Yeah.
00:34:29Actually, I volunteer at a senior center, and you'd be amazed at the joy that a new necklace and scarf or a bow tie and shirt can bring.
00:34:38And I want to do that for more centers and hospital patients.
00:34:41You know, a little style to lift their spirits.
00:34:45Sounds brilliant.
00:34:47Don't you agree to Benjamin?
00:34:48Yes.
00:34:49When did you start?
00:34:51Oh, um, well, I have a business plan, and I'm just, you know, we're just kind of ramping up and...
00:34:57Wait a minute.
00:34:58Okay, that tree right there.
00:35:00Okay, that is a great tree.
00:35:01I mean, look at that.
00:35:03Right?
00:35:03It is.
00:35:04It is.
00:35:05I mean, shall we?
00:35:06Yes, let's do this.
00:35:07Yeah.
00:35:08Yeah.
00:35:09Axe, please.
00:35:18It's perfect.
00:35:18And it was here the whole time.
00:35:22Oh, that's fantastic.
00:35:29It is.
00:35:30What's next?
00:35:30Oh.
00:35:34The star.
00:35:37Would you like to do the honors?
00:35:38Yes, of course.
00:35:39Okay.
00:35:42Ceremonial drum roll, please.
00:35:46And the tree is styled.
00:35:53So it can now boldly face the world with its best foot forward.
00:35:57Exactly, yes.
00:35:58You ought to add tree stylists to your CV.
00:36:00I think I'll add it to my list of services.
00:36:02All right.
00:36:03Um, I really enjoyed this.
00:36:05It's so much better than my usual.
00:36:07Hmm.
00:36:07Right.
00:36:08Speaking of.
00:36:10Oh.
00:36:11Everything okay?
00:36:13Snowman Building Gate, as you so aptly named it,
00:36:15made the papers after all.
00:36:19Duke of Tangford going snowware fast after Eris breakup.
00:36:23Guess it was a snow news day.
00:36:26Very punny.
00:36:27Um, if you'll pardon me, I must call Connie.
00:36:31Are you not too tired?
00:36:32Are you all right to drive?
00:36:33No, I'm fine.
00:36:34Excellent.
00:36:34Are we still on for tomorrow's animal rescue shelter lunch?
00:36:37Yes, of course.
00:36:37I'll send Benjamin around with the car to pick you up from the boutique if you like.
00:36:40Thank you, yeah.
00:36:41Good.
00:36:41Stefan.
00:36:42Yes?
00:36:44You look like you're having fun.
00:36:45It's not that bad.
00:36:47You're quite right.
00:36:47It could have been much worse.
00:36:48They could have dragged you into this.
00:36:50And thank goodness for all our sakes, they didn't.
00:36:55Thank you very much.
00:37:09Good job.
00:37:10Thank you so much.
00:37:12Excellent speech.
00:37:15What a great charity.
00:37:17My cousin adopted her dog for my rescue shelter.
00:37:20Well, that's the best part of having a title.
00:37:22Being able to help people and pups through my patronage.
00:37:25Um, that means cricket.
00:37:31Okay.
00:37:34Oh, that would be conning.
00:37:37Excuse me.
00:37:38Yeah, sure.
00:37:41Hello.
00:37:45Oh, okay.
00:37:47Well, if the Christmas party is down to that for you, perhaps we better cancel after all.
00:37:53Um, no, of course they don't want to.
00:37:57Um, yes, okay.
00:37:59Go ahead.
00:38:01Cancel the hotel venue.
00:38:02I'll call the remaining guests myself.
00:38:04Everything okay?
00:38:19Sure.
00:38:20Yes.
00:38:21We've just had to cancel the Duke's Christmas luncheon after all.
00:38:24What?
00:38:25Why?
00:38:26The guest list has dwindled too low.
00:38:29Apparently, no one wishes to be associated with me for fear of negative publicity.
00:38:34That's absurd.
00:38:35To you, it would seem so, but not to my associates back in London, who are supposed to be flying
00:38:39in for the event.
00:38:40Why not have a party instead?
00:38:45You know, forget those people.
00:38:47Have a big party instead.
00:38:49Invite all your friends and associates from here in America.
00:38:52You know, just a lot of people.
00:38:53Just a ton of people.
00:38:54Invite them all and show everyone reading those articles how wrong they've been.
00:38:58We just canceled the hotel.
00:39:00And it's too late to secure another venue.
00:39:03How about Tankford House?
00:39:04It's not that far from here.
00:39:06It's beautiful.
00:39:07And you got the space.
00:39:08It's impossible.
00:39:09The only room suitable is the salon.
00:39:11And that room is closed.
00:39:12Well, there are four days till the 23rd.
00:39:13There's plenty of time to open it and clean it up and get it ready.
00:39:16I said it's not an option.
00:39:19My apologies.
00:39:21It's just, it's not an option.
00:39:24Okay.
00:39:26Sorry, it was just a suggestion.
00:39:29Um, if it's okay, I think I might, I might head back to the boutique.
00:39:33This event is basically done and I'm, I'm just swamped, uh, clients waiting for me.
00:39:38Thanks.
00:39:50Miller, wait, please.
00:39:53Yes?
00:39:54I won't explain properly.
00:39:56You don't owe me any explanations.
00:39:58I'd feel better if you understood.
00:39:59What is it?
00:40:04I told you that my father loved Tankford House.
00:40:08It was his favorite of all his estates.
00:40:10But it was my mother who looked forward to the tidings and tinsel Christmas party.
00:40:19Who, who, who she threw every year in the salon.
00:40:22She fell ill when I was 10.
00:40:28She never recovered.
00:40:31My father, he, he closed that part of the house.
00:40:34And no one, I, I, I mean, no one has been in there since.
00:40:42I'm so sorry.
00:40:43I, I didn't know.
00:40:44After that, the party just became a small Christmas luncheon in the hotel.
00:40:50It's been that way ever since.
00:40:55I told you that I hadn't been to Tankford House in seven years.
00:41:00It's been much longer since I've been there.
00:41:06There is no expiration date on grief.
00:41:10And everyone honors their loved ones in different ways.
00:41:14Honor.
00:41:15Perhaps it's time I bring back the tidings and tinsel Christmas party.
00:41:25It's, it's what my mother would want.
00:41:29Is that what you want?
00:41:31Yes, yes.
00:41:33Yes, I want to bring back some real Christmas cheer to Tankford House.
00:41:37The way it used to be when I was a child.
00:41:41Oh.
00:41:42Oh.
00:41:43Oh, sorry.
00:41:43And you'll help, right?
00:41:46You can stay in the guest room, and so you needn't have to go back and forth every day.
00:41:50I mean, I, I would love to, but I, I don't know if I can.
00:41:53I'll pay you double your usual rate.
00:41:55That's not it.
00:41:58Bella.
00:42:01Please?
00:42:07I'd be honored.
00:42:13Okay, shall we get back inside?
00:42:16Sure.
00:42:23Wait, so you're moving into Tankford House?
00:42:26The guest house.
00:42:28Okay.
00:42:28Okay, what are you thinking?
00:42:31Well, I do, it's just easier than driving three hours every day, and it's perfect.
00:42:35Um, you know, this private secretary and other staff are actually flying in on the red-eye tomorrow morning.
00:42:40For a Christmas party?
00:42:41Yes.
00:42:42The Tidings and Tinsel Christmas event.
00:42:43It's gonna be amazing.
00:42:44It is happening.
00:42:45This is happening.
00:42:46We are doing this.
00:42:47It's gonna be great.
00:42:49It's gonna be great.
00:42:52So...
00:42:52Bella, are you okay?
00:42:57Uh, yeah, it's a lot, asking you to hold down the fort by yourself this close to Christmas?
00:43:04It's okay.
00:43:05Our clients might not be okay.
00:43:09I don't know if this was a good decision.
00:43:13But it seemed like the right thing to do.
00:43:17This is your business, and I am here for you.
00:43:22Besides, didn't the Duke say that he would pay you double your rate?
00:43:26Mm-hmm.
00:43:27That fee could go a long way towards a mobile styling truck.
00:43:31And I can handle things.
00:43:34I think.
00:43:36If it comes to it, you could always send one or two of our clients to Stacy's Styles down the road.
00:43:41Let's just take it one day at a time.
00:43:44Besides, I am happy that you are spending some time with your Duke.
00:43:48When are you leaving?
00:43:49First thing in the morning.
00:43:50Yeah?
00:43:52You think a lot of people will show up for his event?
00:43:55I mean, it's pretty short notice.
00:43:57How often do Americans get invited to a royal Christmas party?
00:44:00That is true.
00:44:01Mm-hmm.
00:44:03Okay, I think I have everything he needs.
00:44:07Bella, do you have a dress?
00:44:08Uh, no.
00:44:09I forgot about myself.
00:44:11Why am I not surprised?
00:44:12Maybe one more tie.
00:44:15I do have the perfect dress, but unfortunately it doesn't come with a pumpkin to turn into.
00:44:19To a coach.
00:44:20Well, it's a good thing this isn't a fairytale ball, then.
00:44:24Are you sure?
00:44:26You deserve happiness.
00:44:28My happiness will come from expanding my business.
00:44:32A mobile truck in several states and maybe a few international stores.
00:44:36Okay, well, you just call me if you need me.
00:44:40Meredith, you are the best.
00:44:42I know.
00:44:43That is why you love me.
00:44:46I'm gonna go get you that dress.
00:44:48Right.
00:44:48Oh, thank you.
00:45:02I'll bring your bags and clothing boxes inside.
00:45:05Thank you again.
00:45:07Ah, you made it.
00:45:09I'd like to introduce you to my personal secretary, Connie.
00:45:13She arrived early this morning.
00:45:14This is Bella.
00:45:15Nice to meet you.
00:45:16Oh.
00:45:17Hope you had a nice flight.
00:45:18Yes, I did.
00:45:18It's lovely to meet you.
00:45:20It's wonderful to be back here at Tangford House.
00:45:23Oh, Benjamin.
00:45:24Yes.
00:45:26I really must thank you for helping us with the party.
00:45:29Whatever I can do to help.
00:45:30Now, Your Grace, I have made arrangements for your luggage to be shipped here once it arrives
00:45:34from wherever and hopefully before the 23rd.
00:45:38The cleaning and decorating crew are finished in the salon wing and preparations have begun
00:45:43for the party.
00:45:43The guest house has been readied and George is making your favorite roasted chicken for
00:45:49lunch.
00:45:49Oh, excellent.
00:45:51I told you.
00:45:52There is no person on the planet more efficient than Connie.
00:45:57Why don't we get you settled?
00:45:59If you don't mind, I would like to show Bella the guest home myself.
00:46:02Oh, absolutely.
00:46:03Enjoy.
00:46:06Right.
00:46:07Shall we?
00:46:07Yes.
00:46:08Okay.
00:46:09How was the drive?
00:46:11It was great.
00:46:11Once upon a time, these were the original horse stables, but my great-grandmother had them
00:46:16renovated into a guest house.
00:46:18These were stables?
00:46:19Yes.
00:46:20Back in the day, it was typical for guests to stay for a month or more, but my great-grandmother
00:46:25wanted her guests to have plenty of privacy.
00:46:29You know?
00:46:30Oh, I'm sorry.
00:46:31Sorry.
00:46:32Sorry.
00:46:33It's quite all right.
00:46:34Okay.
00:46:35Are you all right?
00:46:36Yes.
00:46:41Oh, my goodness.
00:46:44This is beautiful.
00:46:45It's like I got a storybook.
00:46:47You'll be all right here?
00:46:49I may never go back to my apartment in the city.
00:46:52Just kidding.
00:46:54Hello.
00:46:57The ladies' bags.
00:46:59I delivered the clothing boxes to your graces' chambers.
00:47:03Thank you so much.
00:47:05Connie hopes that you're finding everything to your satisfaction.
00:47:09Please tell her.
00:47:09It's amazing.
00:47:10I will.
00:47:11If you need anything, you have my contact.
00:47:14Yes.
00:47:15Thank you, Benjamin.
00:47:18This is beautiful.
00:47:22What would you like to see next?
00:47:24The rest of the house or the grounds?
00:47:26Um, the grounds.
00:47:28The grounds it is.
00:47:29Okay.
00:47:30It's like your very own winter wonderland.
00:47:38Yes.
00:47:39My mother and father used to walk around holding hands.
00:47:42That's so romantic.
00:47:44Did you bring all your girlfriends here?
00:47:47Uh, dated a few in uni, but no one special enough to bring to Tankford House.
00:47:53And Sydney, she, uh, she didn't like the cold.
00:47:56She preferred Mallorca and Central Pave for holidays.
00:47:59Until last year, of course, when she decided she wanted to make a name for herself in America.
00:48:03And she's the one who pushed after luncheon in New York this year.
00:48:07If her goal was social media fame, she certainly accomplished it.
00:48:13Sorry, but that's been hurtful.
00:48:15Um, I'm sure you've seen the articles.
00:48:18Oh, I don't believe half of what I read online as it is.
00:48:20Really?
00:48:21Good for you.
00:48:22Truth is, we were never really well suited.
00:48:24You know, Sydney preferred a bit of drama in her life.
00:48:26And I'm not the most dynamic personality, as you've likely noted.
00:48:31A bit more stayed and set in my ways.
00:48:36Um.
00:48:37Okay, first of all, you're awesome.
00:48:41And second of all, a lot of people think that stability is actually a strength.
00:48:45My ex, he was, he was unpredictable and spontaneous.
00:48:49Did you and he leave it on good terms?
00:48:53I'll let you be the judge.
00:48:54Last year, two weeks before Christmas, he cancels our dinner plans.
00:48:58His reason?
00:48:59He's moved to Belize.
00:49:00Your partner moved to another country, without telling you.
00:49:05Yep.
00:49:06Oof.
00:49:07What a louse.
00:49:09Louse.
00:49:10That's a good word for him.
00:49:12I like that.
00:49:14Now, this is after he talked about us looking at engagement rings and...
00:49:18Really?
00:49:19Yeah.
00:49:20Unbelievable.
00:49:22Sorry that you experienced that.
00:49:24It's okay.
00:49:25Do you want to keep going?
00:49:27Sure.
00:49:27I'd love to see the stables.
00:49:28Yes, of course.
00:49:31After you.
00:49:35I mean, I should have known better than to trust him.
00:49:38Looking back, he was all talk.
00:49:42Oh.
00:49:43May I?
00:49:44Yes, of course.
00:49:49Words without actions to back them up are meaningless.
00:49:53Speaking of meaningless talk, why don't you defend yourself against those false tabloid accusations?
00:49:59You know?
00:49:59Tell them the truth.
00:50:00It's a rule my family has always followed.
00:50:03Neither complain nor explain.
00:50:06It only makes you look defensive.
00:50:08We prefer to keep our heads down and remain neutral.
00:50:12Right, Shadow?
00:50:13Thank you, Alan.
00:50:14Thank you, Alan.
00:50:16Thank you, Alan.
00:50:17A magical horse for a magical place.
00:50:22Oh, look at that.
00:50:23Connie must have found it in one of the boxes and hung it up.
00:50:25Is it yours?
00:50:26Well, I made it for my mother as a Christmas present the year I turned seven.
00:50:30She would sit out here with her.
00:50:31She would sit out here with her tea and watch for birds.
00:50:34She loved cardinals.
00:50:37It's such a thoughtful gift from a seven-year-old.
00:50:40She must have loved it.
00:50:41Well, thank you.
00:50:42My dad and I would sit out here and watch with her.
00:50:45Do you have a favorite bird?
00:50:47Turtle doves.
00:50:49Festive choice.
00:50:50Yeah.
00:50:50Why do they call them turtle doves, I wonder?
00:50:54They're birds.
00:50:55They're not turtles.
00:50:56Well, actually, the word tur-tur is Latin for bird.
00:50:59And that Latin word comes from the sound that these doves make.
00:51:03Tur-tur.
00:51:04I think that's the only reason I was cast as a turtle dove in a middle school Christmas play.
00:51:08I would like to see that.
00:51:09I bet you're adorable.
00:51:11Well, I didn't forget my lines anyway.
00:51:13Tur-tur-tur-tur-tur.
00:51:15Sorry.
00:51:16I sound ridiculous.
00:51:18Sorry.
00:51:18No, not at all.
00:51:20Perhaps this is a sign that I'm doing the right thing.
00:51:24Bringing back the tidings and tinsel Christmas party to Tangford House.
00:51:27Agreed.
00:51:30It's getting a little chilly, isn't it?
00:51:32A little bit.
00:51:32Shall we?
00:51:41May I take your coat?
00:51:44Right, yes.
00:51:46There it is.
00:51:49Is that...
00:51:50Yes, that's the salon.
00:51:53Shall we?
00:51:55Sure.
00:51:55Yeah.
00:52:04Mm-hmm.
00:52:06It's been a very long time.
00:52:07You know, if it's too much, we can come back later, or if you would rather go alone, I understand.
00:52:19No, no, no, I believe it's time.
00:52:24Right?
00:52:25Shall we?
00:52:27Okay.
00:52:27All right.
00:52:33I see Connie already worked her magic.
00:52:37Look at that.
00:52:37I can see why this is your mother's favorite room.
00:52:38I can see why this is your mother's favorite room.
00:52:49Oh, this is a great picture.
00:52:51What a beautiful family.
00:52:57I've not seen this photo in a very long time.
00:53:00This was...
00:53:01This was my mother at the Tidings and Tinsel Christmas party many, many years ago.
00:53:09Yeah.
00:53:10Is this you?
00:53:13Ah, yes.
00:53:16I was quite fashionable back then, wasn't I?
00:53:19You were adorable.
00:53:21What happened?
00:53:21I don't know.
00:53:22Perhaps I ought to stop wearing short pants and ankle socks again.
00:53:26Oh, yes.
00:53:26But I'm actually partial to the buckled walking shoes myself.
00:53:29No worries there.
00:53:30I still own a pair.
00:53:32Maybe I should start stocking them for all my VIP clients.
00:53:35Excuse me?
00:53:35I thought I was your only one.
00:53:37Well, you're my favorite VIP client, if that makes you feel better.
00:53:41Yes, it most certainly does.
00:53:45Wow.
00:53:45You know, the salon feels lighter.
00:53:52What's happier than I remember?
00:53:54Oh, look at this.
00:53:56Grandma's up.
00:54:01It's absolutely gorgeous.
00:54:03I can feel the joy from all the parties and dances that must have been held here.
00:54:09It still works.
00:54:14Shall we dance?
00:54:17Okay.
00:54:17You waltz quite graceful, eh?
00:54:27Oh, why, thank you.
00:54:29My high school had a ballroom dance elective.
00:54:32Oh, well then.
00:54:33And where did she learn to dance?
00:54:34DIY videos.
00:54:35No, really.
00:54:39Well, every duke knows how to dance.
00:54:42Oh.
00:54:43Oh, sorry.
00:54:44Oh, sorry.
00:54:45I love this.
00:54:45I'm going forward.
00:54:46Mm-hmm.
00:54:50Oh.
00:54:50Oh, hi.
00:54:51Pardon interruption, Your Grace.
00:54:53No, not at all.
00:54:54What is it?
00:54:54I have a message for you.
00:55:00Oh, I must attend to this.
00:55:02Of course.
00:55:03Yeah, do whatever you need to do.
00:55:05Okay, great.
00:55:05I hope you understand.
00:55:06This will likely take the rest of the day.
00:55:08No problem.
00:55:09Excellent.
00:55:09I'll see you later.
00:55:10Thank you, Connie.
00:55:11A dance with the duke, hmm?
00:55:19Oh, I'm sure he dances with all the ladies
00:55:21in all sorts of ballrooms and...
00:55:23No, he doesn't.
00:55:27There must be so much to do to get ready for the party,
00:55:30and I'm here to help, so put me to work.
00:55:32What can I do?
00:55:32Why don't you get some rest?
00:55:33It's been a long day, and I'll have a tray sent to you,
00:55:37and you can help me later sort out party favors.
00:55:40Okay, great.
00:55:41One more thing.
00:55:45Reach your leg before you shift your weight,
00:55:48and be sure to point your toes on the sidesteps.
00:56:03Hey, how are things there?
00:56:04How are our clients?
00:56:05Well, Violet wasn't thrilled that you're gone,
00:56:08even if you are working for a royal,
00:56:09so she went to Stacey Stiles.
00:56:12And so did Danielle.
00:56:13Oh, this was a mistake.
00:56:16I'm not even sure why I'm here.
00:56:20I mean, I'm having fun, but...
00:56:22Bella, you are allowed to have more in your life
00:56:24than a successful career.
00:56:25I won't be successful for long if I lose more clients,
00:56:28and we need that consistent cash flow
00:56:29for the bank loan approval.
00:56:30Well, once the Duke settles his account,
00:56:32would that make the loan officer happy?
00:56:35Depending on the timing of everything, yeah, probably.
00:56:37And that is why I'm here.
00:56:38That's why I'm here.
00:56:39It's a lot of hours.
00:56:40It's a lot of cash.
00:56:40Bella, stop.
00:56:42Enjoy yourself.
00:56:44I mean, who knows?
00:56:45Maybe we'll have to change the name of the shop
00:56:48to Duchess Bella Sparks Couture.
00:56:50No, no, no, don't, don't, don't even go there, no.
00:56:53Just because I really enjoy his company
00:56:55and he's incredibly handsome with impeccable manners
00:56:58and we shared a dance,
00:56:59because, you know, why wouldn't that happen?
00:57:00It's just, it doesn't mean anything.
00:57:02It doesn't mean anything.
00:57:03And I can't risk going down that path again
00:57:05with another man who's gonna up and move across the world
00:57:07without giving me a second thought.
00:57:08Why are we having this conversation?
00:57:10The Duke isn't your ex,
00:57:11but you shared a dance with him?
00:57:14Yeah.
00:57:15Oh, I gotta go.
00:57:16Call me if you need anything.
00:57:18No, no, no, don't hang up, don't hang up.
00:57:20How was your dinner?
00:57:21Great, great, great.
00:57:23I'll come back for the tray later,
00:57:25but now I am to escort you to Connie in the dining room.
00:57:28Yes, good.
00:57:29I'm here to help, I think.
00:57:33Yes, okay.
00:57:38So, how long have you worked for the Tangford family?
00:57:46Oh, uh, going on 36 years.
00:57:49Wow, that's a long time.
00:57:51Mm.
00:57:53You'll find most of the staff are loyal.
00:57:56The late Duke and Duchess,
00:57:58they were the kindest, most generous people.
00:58:01I assume it's the same with Stefan?
00:58:05Oh, he is a delight to work for.
00:58:09Yes, treats us all like family.
00:58:12Hmm.
00:58:15What was he like as a child?
00:58:19Oh, uh, he was, uh, delight.
00:58:24Charming.
00:58:25Oh.
00:58:26And very responsible.
00:58:29Yes.
00:58:30I only remember one occasion
00:58:32where he was ever scolded by his parents.
00:58:36Really?
00:58:37Mm-hmm.
00:58:37Wow.
00:58:38What did he do?
00:58:42All right.
00:58:43When he was, uh, around eight years,
00:58:48he saved all his pocket money
00:58:50and brought home some 20 dogs
00:58:55from the local pound.
00:58:56Yes.
00:58:58Well, they trampled all over
00:59:01his mother's prize roses,
00:59:03chewed his father's shoes,
00:59:05and not suffice as to say,
00:59:07they were not housebroken.
00:59:09Oh, my goodness.
00:59:09This darling little boy,
00:59:12he informed his mother and father
00:59:15that as his first act of charity,
00:59:18he would find new homes
00:59:19for all the dogs.
00:59:21And that's how
00:59:23Tankford Animal Rescue was born.
00:59:27I love that story.
00:59:29Mm.
00:59:32You know,
00:59:33you wouldn't meet a better man
00:59:36than the Duke.
00:59:37He's kind,
00:59:39loyal,
00:59:41honest,
00:59:42hardworking.
00:59:46Sounds too good to be true.
00:59:49Well,
00:59:50he's been through a lot lately.
00:59:53Sidney's betrayal hurt him quite deeply.
00:59:57She had promised him
00:59:58that she would not speak publicly
01:00:00about their relationship.
01:00:03How?
01:00:04How does anyone trust again
01:00:10after a betrayal like that?
01:00:15I believe you simply have to
01:00:17be open enough
01:00:19to look at each new person
01:00:21with fresh eyes
01:00:22and
01:00:24trust yourself
01:00:26that you'll handle
01:00:28whatever may come.
01:00:30Hmm?
01:00:31It's good advice.
01:00:35Hmm.
01:00:37Well,
01:00:37speaking of advice,
01:00:39I never thought the Duke
01:00:40would open up
01:00:41Tankford House again
01:00:42and
01:00:42bring back
01:00:43tidings and tinsel.
01:00:49You know,
01:00:49I understand that the Duke
01:00:50won't speak publicly
01:00:51about the negative tabloid stories,
01:00:53but
01:00:53I just,
01:00:54I just
01:00:55wonder if there's a way
01:00:56to get some positive publicity
01:00:57for him at the tidings and tinsel event.
01:00:59My dear,
01:01:00wouldn't that be lovely?
01:01:03It,
01:01:03I,
01:01:03I must say,
01:01:06it really does warm my heart
01:01:09to see Stefan smiling again.
01:01:13He seems
01:01:14to be
01:01:15more open,
01:01:17joyful.
01:01:19Whatever you're doing,
01:01:20my dear,
01:01:22keep doing.
01:01:24the red ones
01:01:28are the best.
01:01:34Cheers.
01:01:49Come in.
01:01:50Good morning.
01:01:51I hope I'm not disturbing you.
01:01:53No,
01:01:54I was just finishing.
01:01:55What a nice surprise.
01:01:56Wow,
01:01:57you look beautiful.
01:02:00Nice shirt.
01:02:02I think so, too.
01:02:03I wouldn't have thought
01:02:04that it'd be my color,
01:02:05but I rather like it.
01:02:06Brings out your eyes.
01:02:08No,
01:02:09I'm blushing.
01:02:10I guess you're learning
01:02:11to trust me, huh?
01:02:12It would appear, sir.
01:02:13Um,
01:02:15Oh,
01:02:15I was just working.
01:02:16You know,
01:02:17let me tidy this up.
01:02:18Sure, sure.
01:02:18Yeah.
01:02:20It's hard to believe
01:02:21that tomorrow
01:02:22is already
01:02:23December 23rd.
01:02:24And I,
01:02:25I do apologize
01:02:26for abandoning you yesterday.
01:02:28Oh, that's okay.
01:02:28Did you finish
01:02:28what you needed to?
01:02:29I did.
01:02:32Every year,
01:02:32I present a speech
01:02:33for the Trust Award,
01:02:34a sizable monetary gift,
01:02:36and there were a few details
01:02:37that needed ironing out.
01:02:39Do you have any
01:02:41morning meetings?
01:02:42Well,
01:02:42I took the day off.
01:02:44Had to get away
01:02:44from the desk
01:02:45and, um,
01:02:46later said lines.
01:02:48Can you do that?
01:02:50I don't know.
01:02:51But I did.
01:02:52Hmm.
01:02:54What shall we do?
01:02:56Well,
01:02:56I was about to ask Connie
01:02:57what I could do
01:02:57to help with the party.
01:02:59May I join you?
01:03:00Sure.
01:03:01Excellent.
01:03:02Hannah,
01:03:02our baker,
01:03:03has on the menu
01:03:04his Grace's favorite
01:03:06three-layer
01:03:07Christmas eggnog cake.
01:03:09That looks amazing.
01:03:11Wait till you try it.
01:03:12It's heavenly.
01:03:14Connie,
01:03:15Bella here
01:03:16has an epic baker herself.
01:03:18Oh,
01:03:19I definitely would not.
01:03:20Oh,
01:03:20that's fantastic.
01:03:22Listen,
01:03:22I must check on
01:03:23George and Hannah
01:03:24in the prep kitchen.
01:03:25You have two kitchens?
01:03:26Yes.
01:03:27Well,
01:03:28they are busy making
01:03:29the mincemeat tarts
01:03:30for tomorrow,
01:03:30but I'd gladly put you
01:03:32in charge of the cake.
01:03:33Um,
01:03:33well,
01:03:34I...
01:03:34Got it.
01:03:36Uh,
01:03:37epic baker?
01:03:39Do you not remember
01:03:39me telling you
01:03:40I have more fails
01:03:41than successes?
01:03:42No,
01:03:42we simply follow
01:03:43the recipe,
01:03:44right?
01:03:44How hard can it be?
01:03:50There we go.
01:03:52Uh...
01:03:53Oh, no,
01:03:55wait.
01:03:55How did it get
01:03:56so drippy?
01:03:57I don't...
01:03:57Oh,
01:03:58I got it.
01:03:59And now what?
01:04:01Um,
01:04:01maybe it needs more?
01:04:03Sure, sure.
01:04:04Help.
01:04:04Okay.
01:04:06Oh, no.
01:04:07Oh, no.
01:04:08No,
01:04:08that's not that.
01:04:09No,
01:04:09how about these
01:04:10little jobbies?
01:04:11Maybe more of these,
01:04:12right?
01:04:12Yeah,
01:04:12but they keep
01:04:12falling off.
01:04:13No,
01:04:13no,
01:04:13watch,
01:04:14watch more.
01:04:18Okay,
01:04:18right there,
01:04:19right there,
01:04:20it looks good.
01:04:20Very festive,
01:04:21right?
01:04:22I just,
01:04:22I want to know
01:04:23how they do
01:04:23those swirls.
01:04:24Well,
01:04:24you're the one
01:04:25that watches
01:04:25the baking shows,
01:04:26right?
01:04:26Can you tell me
01:04:27how it's done?
01:04:27Those are master
01:04:28artists.
01:04:29This is the blind
01:04:30leading the blind,
01:04:31Your Grace.
01:04:32Yeah,
01:04:32let me...
01:04:33Oh,
01:04:33uh...
01:04:34Great.
01:04:35Yeah.
01:04:36Thank goodness
01:04:37my stylist
01:04:38is prepared
01:04:39for disaster
01:04:40with ample
01:04:40clothing options.
01:04:42Yes,
01:04:42yes.
01:04:44Oh.
01:04:45Oh.
01:04:48That looks...
01:04:50well done,
01:04:52Your Grace
01:04:53and you too,
01:04:54Bella.
01:04:55I'm sure
01:04:56it tastes
01:04:57divine.
01:05:04Connie.
01:05:05Yes?
01:05:05I saw you
01:05:06hung my mother's
01:05:07bird feeder,
01:05:07yes?
01:05:08I did.
01:05:08Is that all right,
01:05:09Your Grace?
01:05:09Yes,
01:05:10of course.
01:05:10I'm just wondering
01:05:11if you have any
01:05:12bird seed.
01:05:12Oh,
01:05:13I believe we have
01:05:14some in the stable.
01:05:15I can get Benjamin
01:05:16to bring some in
01:05:16for you.
01:05:17No, no, no,
01:05:17I'll fetch you.
01:05:18I just need that
01:05:18bucket.
01:05:19I'm so sorry
01:05:20about the cake.
01:05:21Is there anything
01:05:22else I can help
01:05:23with this morning?
01:05:24Um,
01:05:26why don't you
01:05:26help His Grace
01:05:27with the bird seed?
01:05:29Okay,
01:05:30I'll get my coat.
01:05:31All right.
01:05:33Found it?
01:05:34Mm-hmm.
01:05:35Connie.
01:05:36Yes?
01:05:37You're not going to
01:05:38serve that at the
01:05:38party, right?
01:05:40Absolutely not.
01:05:41Oh.
01:05:42Very kind.
01:05:43Yes.
01:05:44All right.
01:05:44I heard the birds
01:05:53at Tangford House
01:05:54have the most
01:05:55discerning palate.
01:05:57Well,
01:05:57I mean,
01:05:58the bird seed
01:05:58looks top-notch,
01:05:59so...
01:06:00Yes.
01:06:00Sir Cardinal,
01:06:02may we interest you
01:06:03in some choice
01:06:04cracks corn?
01:06:05Scrumptious sunflower seeds?
01:06:08Mouth-watering millet.
01:06:10Mouth-watering.
01:06:11Beak-watering?
01:06:13Perfect.
01:06:14Yes.
01:06:17I had an idea
01:06:19I wanted to run by you.
01:06:20Sure,
01:06:21by all means.
01:06:22Well,
01:06:23last night
01:06:23I was talking to Connie
01:06:24about getting some
01:06:25positive publicity
01:06:26at the Tidings and Tinsel event.
01:06:27I just...
01:06:29I want people
01:06:29to see you
01:06:30the way I do.
01:06:32How's that?
01:06:33Well,
01:06:34in these candid moments
01:06:35when your guard is down,
01:06:37your...
01:06:38your intelligence,
01:06:40kindness,
01:06:41sense of humor,
01:06:42charm,
01:06:44they...
01:06:44they really shine through.
01:06:46Well,
01:06:47I truly appreciate that.
01:06:49Thank you so much
01:06:50for trusting me on this.
01:06:52I want people to know.
01:06:55Jollyhood.
01:06:56Okay.
01:06:58All right.
01:06:59I believe we are set.
01:07:01Jolly good.
01:07:03Shall we?
01:07:04Yeah.
01:07:05That's a little mess right there.
01:07:07Look at that.
01:07:15What's this doing here?
01:07:19Hot cocoa is served.
01:07:20Shall we?
01:07:21Yes, let's...
01:07:22when I was a young lad,
01:07:27my mother used to read
01:07:28this book of fairy tales
01:07:29to me to help me fall asleep.
01:07:31Really?
01:07:32Yeah.
01:07:34Did you...
01:07:35like those stories?
01:07:36True love
01:07:37and happily ever after.
01:07:40Yes, of course.
01:07:46Cheers.
01:07:46Cheers.
01:07:51This is so cozy.
01:07:53Hmm.
01:07:55You seem so happy here.
01:07:58I am.
01:08:02If I haven't properly thanked you,
01:08:05please allow me to do so.
01:08:06Apart from keeping you fashionable
01:08:08and you look great, by the way,
01:08:10I just...
01:08:11I don't feel like I've done very much.
01:08:12In fact, um...
01:08:14I'm not sure you needed me here.
01:08:16No, you've done much more than you know.
01:08:19Simply by being here.
01:08:21And it's truly appreciated.
01:08:24Especially for inspiring me
01:08:27to open all of Tankford House.
01:08:31I didn't do that.
01:08:32That was you.
01:08:34That was your openness.
01:08:36Your courage.
01:08:37But you made me feel those things.
01:08:45Oh.
01:08:48I mean, I'm...
01:08:49I'm glad.
01:08:55Your Grace!
01:08:57Connie told me I'd find you here.
01:08:59Your luggage.
01:09:00It's here?
01:09:01Indeed!
01:09:02Just in time for the party.
01:09:03Huh.
01:09:04I just thought I'd tell you
01:09:07that it was here.
01:09:08And, um...
01:09:10I'll put it in your checks.
01:09:11No, no, no.
01:09:12No, no.
01:09:12Look, I'll come with you.
01:09:13Make sure everything is there.
01:09:15Have an extremely busy day tomorrow.
01:09:17But of course,
01:09:17I will see you at the party.
01:09:19Of course.
01:09:20Good night, Bella.
01:09:23Good night.
01:09:23Good night.
01:09:23Good night.
01:09:54I wish you were here.
01:09:56I appreciated the invite,
01:09:58but I'll just be hanging around here
01:10:00debating how to stuff a turkey.
01:10:03So, how's it going with the Duke?
01:10:09Oh, I knew it.
01:10:10I knew it.
01:10:12Okay, last night, I...
01:10:15He almost kissed me.
01:10:16Is this happening?
01:10:18I don't know.
01:10:19I don't know.
01:10:19I mean, he's...
01:10:20He's royalty, right?
01:10:21And I...
01:10:22I grew up with secondhand everything.
01:10:25And, oh, yeah,
01:10:26we live in different countries.
01:10:27When you love someone,
01:10:28you find a way to make it work.
01:10:31How could this be love?
01:10:33I've only known him a few days.
01:10:35Because I can see the look on your face.
01:10:36Oh, you know, I've been telling him to let his guard down,
01:10:43and maybe it's time that I take my own advice.
01:10:49Oh.
01:10:50What's wrong?
01:10:55It's the bank.
01:10:56Um, we are very sorry to inform you
01:11:00that we have denied your loan
01:11:01due to a lack of consistent cash flow.
01:11:05Um, maybe when the Duke makes his payment,
01:11:08the bank will reconsider.
01:11:10Yeah, maybe.
01:11:12You know, I...
01:11:13I can't think about that right now.
01:11:14I gotta get ready for this party.
01:11:15Yes, you go.
01:11:16You put your best foot forward.
01:11:17Yes.
01:11:18Wait a minute.
01:11:22Oh.
01:11:25What's wrong?
01:11:26I, I didn't pack my shoes.
01:11:29Oh.
01:11:30This is what I have.
01:11:32Oh, that doesn't work at all.
01:11:34I know.
01:11:35You know what?
01:11:36We got some shoes here.
01:11:37I am going to drive them up to you.
01:11:39No, if we don't have time for that.
01:11:41Oh.
01:11:42Benjamin.
01:11:43Yes, Benjamin.
01:11:45Hang on, hang on, hang on.
01:11:48Hi, Benjamin.
01:11:48Uh, I, I, I need some help.
01:11:50I'm going to try.
01:11:53No, no, no, no.
01:11:54I'll take it.
01:11:55Oh, my God.
01:11:56I'll take this.
01:11:57Oh, my God.
01:11:57I'm going to take this.
01:11:59I've got you.
01:11:59I'll take this.
01:12:02It's going to take your house.
01:12:03It's true for me.
01:12:04You guys are coming back.
01:12:09No, it's coming back.
01:12:09No, it's coming back.
01:12:13Pardon me.
01:12:14Wow, you look gorgeous.
01:12:23You look pretty handsome yourself.
01:12:26I mean, that blue tuxedo looks really stylish on you.
01:12:29I'll have to introduce you to my stylus.
01:12:31There's none better.
01:12:32She's done the impossible of getting me out of my shell.
01:12:37May I have this dance?
01:12:40I'd be honored.
01:12:44I never thought this night would turn out like this.
01:12:56Neither did I.
01:13:14What's he doing here?
01:13:18Stefan, wait.
01:13:20I invited him.
01:13:21You did what?
01:13:22Why?
01:13:23The positive publicity and candid moments, remember?
01:13:26I thought you knew.
01:13:27No, no, absolutely not.
01:13:28Well, I'll try.
01:13:29I'll try.
01:13:30Oh!
01:13:33Benjamin, please see him out.
01:13:35Sir, time to take your leap.
01:13:38Move along.
01:13:41Stefan.
01:13:45Stefan, please.
01:13:47Be on your way, sir.
01:13:49I am so sorry.
01:13:50I-I really thought-
01:13:52This is not a game of chess.
01:13:53I'm not a pawn to be moved above the board.
01:13:56That was not my intention at all.
01:13:57I was just trying to-
01:13:58Trying to help.
01:13:59Yes, I know.
01:14:00And thank you for that.
01:14:02Um, before I forget, as this evening concludes our business arrangement, here's your check.
01:14:14Truly appreciate all that you've done.
01:14:19Business arrangement.
01:14:22Right?
01:14:23Because this week was strictly professional.
01:14:27And that's all it was.
01:14:29Exactly.
01:14:30Yes.
01:14:31Okay.
01:14:32Well, um, I truly appreciate you as I do all my clients.
01:14:38It's a lovely party.
01:14:41But, um, I am gonna get some punch.
01:14:44Enjoy the policy.
01:15:01Bella, right?
01:15:03Oh, Jamie.
01:15:05Nice to see you again.
01:15:06Hi.
01:15:07You know, I've always wanted to see the Tankard House.
01:15:10It is absolutely stunning.
01:15:12Darling.
01:15:13Hello.
01:15:14Hello.
01:15:15You're looking quite well.
01:15:18That's Lady Josephine.
01:15:20So, apparently, she and Stefan attended boarding school together.
01:15:24She's really nice and recently single herself.
01:15:28I wonder if they're dating.
01:15:30She is stunning.
01:15:32I mean, she makes such a perfect Duchess, don't you think?
01:15:34I, I...
01:15:35But, I mean, the papers have been so awful to pour Stefan recently that I wouldn't blame
01:15:39him for keeping it on the down low even if they were together.
01:15:42I, I don't think I'm in that loop.
01:15:44Of course.
01:15:45Are you feeling okay?
01:15:46Yeah.
01:15:47You know, I'm just, um, just a little warm in here for me.
01:15:48I think I'm gonna get some fresh air.
01:15:49Oh, hello, Bella.
01:15:50How are you?
01:15:51Are you all right?
01:15:52Yeah, yeah, I'm fine.
01:15:53I'm just getting some air.
01:15:54Oh, I'm so glad that Lady Josephine's shoes worked for you.
01:15:58These are Lady Josephine's?
01:15:59Oh, yes.
01:16:00Between you and me, she doesn't travel lightly, but she's very generous and she was going
01:16:16to donate those to charity anyway.
01:16:19Oh, all right.
01:16:20I must go.
01:16:21It's almost dinner.
01:16:22Yeah.
01:16:23Oh, my goodness.
01:16:50Connie.
01:16:51Mm-hmm, have you seen Bella?
01:16:52I've not seen Bella.
01:16:53Celia says before the announcement.
01:16:54No, I'm afraid I haven't, Your Grace.
01:16:57Oh, that was an excellent speech, by the way.
01:17:00She will be most grateful.
01:17:02Well, if you do see her, please let me know.
01:17:04Mm-hmm, yes.
01:17:15Hello?
01:17:15Hello?
01:17:23Hello, Grace.
01:17:30Oh, how sweet.
01:17:43She remembered.
01:17:48All her things are gone.
01:17:50She left.
01:17:53Without saying goodbye.
01:17:55I appear so.
01:17:57She was only here to work through the party, yes?
01:18:01Yes.
01:18:04She made it abundantly clear earlier that she was only here for the job.
01:18:10Now.
01:18:11There you go, then.
01:18:12She probably had Christmas plans of her own.
01:18:16Yes.
01:18:18You're probably right.
01:18:21I'll be alone in a minute.
01:18:30Oh, hey.
01:18:31Oh, hey.
01:18:44Oh!
01:18:45You scared me.
01:18:46Sorry.
01:18:47What are you doing here?
01:18:48I thought I'd get a head start on inventory before the new year.
01:18:51Well, um, how was the tidings and tinsel Christmas party?
01:18:56Uh, I didn't stay very long.
01:19:00Did something happen?
01:19:02Well, turns out it was too good to be true after all.
01:19:07Stefan said from the start that it was strictly business, and that's all it was.
01:19:13I am sorry, but you did make an impression on the Duke.
01:19:20You didn't hear his speech?
01:19:24It was in the news this morning.
01:19:26What are you talking about?
01:19:28Oh, uh, we're not open yet.
01:19:33I'm here to see Bella.
01:19:35Oh, hi.
01:19:36I'm the photographer from last night?
01:19:38Yes.
01:19:39I-I am so sorry about what happened.
01:19:42It was a misunderstanding.
01:19:45I got some great shots, but I didn't think the rest should get out.
01:19:48Not all of them are flattering to you or the Duke.
01:19:52This is very generous.
01:19:55But why?
01:19:56I realized who you were.
01:19:57You're Bella.
01:19:58I wanted to repay your kindness to my grandmother.
01:20:01She talks about you all the time.
01:20:02Who's your grandmother?
01:20:03Virginia, at the Senior Center.
01:20:05I can't tell you how much joy your weekly visits bring her.
01:20:10Merry Christmas.
01:20:11Merry Christmas.
01:20:13Come see this.
01:20:17It's-it's in the real news, not just the tabloids.
01:20:23Duke of Tangford reopens Tangford House, hosts Tidings and Tinsel Christmas Party.
01:20:30And he looks great.
01:20:31Look at this.
01:20:32Duke of Tangford reveals recipient of Tangford Trust Award.
01:20:36It's a lot of money.
01:20:38The prestigious Tangford Trust Award, which recognizes outstanding and deserving citizens
01:20:43working to make a better world and gifts them with a generous monetary prize, was awarded
01:20:49to boutique owner and stylist, Bella Sparks.
01:20:52What?
01:20:53Congratulations.
01:20:54Your mobile styling truck is off to the races.
01:20:59No more bank loan needed.
01:21:01Just think of all the joy that you're going to bring to all of the Virginias out there.
01:21:05Oh, my goodness.
01:21:06I, um, I have to go back.
01:21:08I have to thank him.
01:21:09Yeah.
01:21:10Uh, isn't he going back to England today?
01:21:12Not till tonight.
01:21:13Good luck.
01:21:14Happy Christmas Eve, Benjamin.
01:21:29Happy Christmas, Your Grace.
01:21:32I have a message.
01:21:33That's a dinner invitation from Lord Noah.
01:21:44Excellent.
01:21:45Please tell Corny to RSVP for just myself.
01:21:49Your Grace.
01:21:50You can only assume that Lord Noah doesn't read the papers, right?
01:21:56Or perhaps he does.
01:22:03Well, this was Bella's doing.
01:22:13Perhaps you should call her.
01:22:18No, Bella made it perfectly clear before she left that she was only here in a professional
01:22:24capacity.
01:22:25I don't believe she wants to hear from me.
01:22:31I'll bring your bags to the foyer.
01:22:35Yes, yes, sir.
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01:23:10Oh!
01:23:11Oh!
01:23:12Bella!
01:23:13Hi!
01:23:14Um...
01:23:15Is Stefan around?
01:23:16I'd really like to talk to you.
01:23:17Yes.
01:23:18He's in the salon.
01:23:19I didn't expect to see you again I won't take up much of your time I just I wanted to thank you
01:23:41for the award and I promise that I will do my very best to honor this gift
01:23:49I do believe you will
01:23:56is that why you came back to thank me yes
01:24:03right
01:24:05Penn's drives look great on you
01:24:11thank you
01:24:15Bella before you leave
01:24:20I would like to apologize for overreacting as I did
01:24:26and I do understand why you left
01:24:28no I'm sorry for leaving the way I did
01:24:31the lady Josephine here and I didn't want to intrude or
01:24:38sorry intrude I don't understand
01:24:40well I thought you and she
01:24:44Josie
01:24:44Josie
01:24:46no no she's a dear old school friend nothing more
01:24:49really
01:24:51yes you of all people should know better than to believe anything you hear about me
01:24:57when that flash went off I
01:25:01I didn't know how to react
01:25:04and um I'm sure you've deduced by now that
01:25:09I find it very difficult to trust anyone
01:25:14but I was wrong
01:25:17you were absolutely right
01:25:20the positive publicity
01:25:22a smashing success
01:25:29I should have trusted you
01:25:32this is wonderful
01:25:36I hope it's okay that I'm in the photo
01:25:41yes of course it's okay
01:25:43I want you to be in all the photos with me from now on
01:25:47all the photos
01:25:49if you'll have me
01:25:52I find myself lost
01:25:55contemplating a world without you
01:25:57is this real
01:26:02it is
01:26:05yes
01:26:06I never believed in fairy tales
01:26:10and they lived
01:26:13happily
01:26:14never
01:26:15after
01:26:17it's the best time of the year
01:26:47hold on
01:26:48hold on
01:26:49hold on
01:26:50hold on
01:26:51hold on
01:26:52hold on
01:26:53feelin' my heart
01:26:55feelin'
01:26:56hold on
01:26:57it's the best time of the year
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