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00:00:29Once upon a time, in a castle far, far away, lived a little princess named Charlotte.
00:00:35But unlike most princesses, Charlotte found her true joy, not in crowns and ceremonies, but in more simple things.
00:00:45She would sneak away to the palace kitchen, where she learned the art of baking, under the watchful eyes of Mr. Eddie, the beloved head chef, and his kind daughter, Kate.
00:00:56There, Charlotte discovered the simple magic of bringing joy to others, one pastry at a time.
00:01:03I do have some reservations about this red trim. It seems rather bald.
00:01:13I like it.
00:01:14I think it's almost perfect.
00:01:19Just needs a few finishing touches.
00:01:22Freakles!
00:01:27Princess Charlotte!
00:01:29The Queen!
00:01:31I thought you asked permission to be in the kitchen, Your Highness.
00:01:35Oops.
00:01:36Your dress!
00:01:38Mr. Eddie, could you possibly finish the sparkles for us?
00:01:41Yes, ma'am.
00:01:43Come on, hurry. I'll help you clean your dress.
00:01:45I simply need a damp cloth. The flowers shall come right out.
00:01:59What about that pink stuff right there?
00:02:01Oh, the pink smudge. That is a predicament.
00:02:04Do you think you could help me find another gown?
00:02:06The family photographs are in half an hour.
00:02:07On it.
00:02:09It truly is such a joy, Kate, to have you back.
00:02:12How long will you be here?
00:02:13I'm only helping my dad in the kitchen till Saturday.
00:02:16My flight leaves at 6 a.m.
00:02:18Then back to Florida?
00:02:19Actually, I'm headed to a small town in upstate New York.
00:02:23I joined a baking competition.
00:02:24Top prize, a grant to open your own bakery.
00:02:27It's truly my dream, Charlotte.
00:02:29Your life sounds so exhilarating.
00:02:32Says the Princess of Morovia.
00:02:34I cannot imagine the freedom you possess.
00:02:37To fly out on your own at any time and anywhere you wish.
00:02:40You have your own plane, Charlotte.
00:02:42Reserve for family duties.
00:02:45It's a shame you can't stay longer.
00:02:46I was hoping we could spend some time together over the holidays.
00:02:50I know.
00:02:50I wish I could.
00:02:55How about this one?
00:02:58No, I wore that last year.
00:03:00The press would have a field day.
00:03:01Princess Charlotte wears the same gown two years in a row for the Christmas photos.
00:03:05Is the royal family facing financial ruin?
00:03:08Full story at night.
00:03:09I don't know.
00:03:10Wow.
00:03:11I don't know how you do it because sometimes I wear the same pair of track pants three days
00:03:15in a row and no one even notices.
00:03:16You do not.
00:03:18Well, when you live in a quiet, peaceful country, the royal family's fashion choices seem to
00:03:22be the most pressing matter.
00:03:23Sometimes I do wish I could just vanish, go off on an adventure of my own, perhaps have
00:03:30the privilege of wearing truly comfortable clothing.
00:03:33So why don't you?
00:03:36Wear comfortable clothing?
00:03:37That's simply not permitted.
00:03:39No, why don't you just disappear for a while?
00:03:47How about this one?
00:03:49That might work.
00:03:52Come back with me.
00:03:53Yeah, we could have a fun holiday getaway and you could join the baking competition.
00:03:59The Queen would never allow it.
00:04:03Would you be so kind as to assist me with a zipper?
00:04:06Yeah, of course.
00:04:07Kate, thank you for always being here for me.
00:04:12Sometimes I feel you're the only one who truly understands me.
00:04:17Always.
00:04:21Hi, welcome to the Fox for Owen.
00:04:23Can I get your name?
00:04:24Luke, please.
00:04:26I would like to take this photo before Lily leaves the college.
00:04:28Am I going to college?
00:04:29When am I going to college?
00:04:31It's a joke, honey.
00:04:33Luke?
00:04:33Yep, we're trying to run a family-friendly business here, right, sis?
00:04:36Here are your keys.
00:04:37Your room is just down the hall on the right past this festive-looking bunch here.
00:04:41Enjoy your stay.
00:04:43Hi.
00:04:43Sorry.
00:04:44Enjoy your stay.
00:04:49Mommy's saying step into the middle of the belly gets the shorter fuse it is.
00:04:53Well, let's move.
00:04:54Our belly doesn't get much bigger.
00:04:56Okay, well, I heard that, so...
00:04:59Lucas, stop poking your sister.
00:05:00It's how I show my love, Dad.
00:05:02Okay, everyone ready?
00:05:04Yes.
00:05:08Say Christmas.
00:05:10Christmas!
00:05:11Princess Charlotte, would you be so kind as to take but a small step to your right?
00:05:29Perhaps a touch to your left, Your Highness.
00:05:32I'll me a smidgen, if you please.
00:05:34Splendid.
00:05:37Now, if you would all kindly indulge me, a slight smile.
00:05:45Pardon me, Your Royal Highness.
00:05:48A touch more...
00:05:49demureness, if that's not too much trouble.
00:05:57Ah, yes.
00:05:59That's far more appropriate.
00:06:01I've got the inside track on the story for you.
00:06:20Sure you do, Mark.
00:06:22You and half of Royal Crescent.
00:06:24Just wait.
00:06:25He'll see.
00:06:26If this is about the engagement rumours, you're not the only one with that particular scoop.
00:06:32How could you possibly know that Princess hasn't even been told yet?
00:06:35Well, she's about to find out.
00:06:37We've been around the palace long enough, lad.
00:06:39You'll need more than a whisper to break something as big as this.
00:06:42Trust me.
00:06:44Princess Charlotte!
00:06:45Princess Charlotte!
00:06:45Princess Charlotte!
00:06:47Patrick from the Herald?
00:06:48Princess Charlotte.
00:06:49Princess Charlotte, Patrick from the Herald.
00:06:50Please.
00:06:51Patrick from the Herald, just one question.
00:06:53Princess Charlotte, one question, please.
00:06:55Hi there, Princess Charlotte.
00:06:56One question, question here.
00:06:57Princess Charlotte, there's been talk that Prince David and yourself planned to announce
00:07:01an engagement this Christmas.
00:07:04Care to comment?
00:07:08I would be remiss to speculate on what surprises the prince might have in store for this festive
00:07:13season.
00:07:14Princess Charlotte, is your relationship with the prince one of true love, or is your union
00:07:18more symbolic, a duty to the crown and the country?
00:07:20I have no comment at this time.
00:07:24I do, however, wish you all a very pleasant evening.
00:07:27Just one more question, Mom.
00:07:29One more question, Princess.
00:07:35Excuse me?
00:07:36Father?
00:07:38Father?
00:07:39David?
00:07:41Charlotte, my dear, you look rather frazzled.
00:07:44Is everything all right?
00:07:46Yes, Mother, I'm simply a bit tired.
00:07:48Would you mind, terribly, if I had a word with David in private?
00:07:51Of course, darling.
00:07:53David, we shall continue our conversation at another time.
00:07:57Enjoy the festivities.
00:08:01Are you having a lovely evening?
00:08:03Not particularly.
00:08:05I just heard the most outrageous rumour.
00:08:07Ah, so the cat is out of the bag.
00:08:09David, please tell me you're not planning to propose at Christmas.
00:08:12Charlotte, it's expected.
00:08:14You knew this day would come.
00:08:15I know, but I thought we'd have more time.
00:08:18More time for what?
00:08:19This has been arranged long before you and I had any say in the matter.
00:08:23We both know that this has been planned since we were children.
00:08:26I know.
00:08:27Don't you ever wonder?
00:08:29Don't you want to fall in love?
00:08:33I love you.
00:08:35I love you too, David.
00:08:37You've been a dear friend to me my whole life.
00:08:40A friend.
00:08:42You can't say I love you without looking away.
00:08:43Sure I can.
00:08:45I love you.
00:08:48Charlotte, this is for the crown.
00:08:50This is for both our countries and the crown always comes first.
00:08:54Don't you want to explore the world a little?
00:08:58Find out who you truly are beyond castle walls?
00:09:01Look, I understand your hesitation.
00:09:04In fact, I too have some dreams I've set aside.
00:09:07But this is our path.
00:09:10Yes.
00:09:11I suppose it merely took me by surprise.
00:09:14I'll need some time to think or to process.
00:09:18Take all the time you need.
00:09:19The engagement's not for another three weeks,
00:09:21so take all the time that's required.
00:09:23But Charlotte, we cannot escape who we are.
00:09:26You are Princess of Norovia, and I love you.
00:09:30Yeah.
00:09:31All right.
00:09:32I'll work on that.
00:09:41This one's my favorite.
00:09:44I think we're missing a spot right here.
00:09:48You get that from Mom.
00:09:50What do you mean, Mommy?
00:09:52I mean, Uncle Luke takes after your grandma.
00:09:55She used to decorate the most beautiful Christmas trees.
00:09:58What do I take after Grandma?
00:10:00You have her big heart.
00:10:01Mm-hmm.
00:10:02And her sweet tooth.
00:10:04Now go get ready for bed, Missy.
00:10:06Uncle Luke, will you come read me a story?
00:10:08Go brush your teeth, and I'll be right up.
00:10:10Okay.
00:10:14I'm waiting for you.
00:10:16I'm waiting for you to go brush your teeth.
00:10:21So, how are you feeling, sis?
00:10:23Like I swallowed a beach ball.
00:10:26You really should watch what you eat.
00:10:28Hey, don't test my patience.
00:10:30Please.
00:10:31I wouldn't dare.
00:10:32Okay.
00:10:33Are you excited?
00:10:34Yeah, very.
00:10:35Of course.
00:10:36Nervous.
00:10:37You know, but overall, I'm just excited to meet him, you know?
00:10:40Yeah, me too.
00:10:41Mm-hmm.
00:10:43How are you?
00:10:44I heard Jenny's going to be in town for the Holly Jolly Baking Bash.
00:10:49Are you okay with that?
00:10:50Do I have a choice?
00:10:53No.
00:10:54Yeah, no, not really.
00:10:54This town is going to be flooded with guests and reporters for the competition.
00:10:58Yeah.
00:10:59I think I'll just hide out here all week.
00:11:01Luke.
00:11:02Okay, I know that she broke your heart.
00:11:04I get that.
00:11:05Okay, but it's been two years.
00:11:06So maybe the best thing to do is just face her.
00:11:10Laura, she left me for a social media model who sells sauna hats.
00:11:14Sauna hats, Laura.
00:11:15I mean, what are we going to talk about?
00:11:17The benefits of sweaty hair follicles?
00:11:19I think avoidance is probably best.
00:11:24Good evening, Miss Charlotte.
00:11:48Seeking a moment of respite from the festivities, are we?
00:11:50Yes, sir.
00:11:51Just needed some quiet.
00:11:53We heard.
00:11:56Are you okay?
00:11:58News does travel fast.
00:12:00Do you want to talk about it?
00:12:02It's just, I'm not ready for marriage.
00:12:05Let alone an arranged marriage.
00:12:07Can't you talk to the Queen?
00:12:08Maybe delay it?
00:12:09I don't know how to talk to her.
00:12:11She won't understand.
00:12:12And besides, it's been decided.
00:12:14Well, marriage is truly a beautiful thing when it's shared with the right person.
00:12:22And what if it's not the right person?
00:12:24How did you know your wife was the one, Miss Daddy?
00:12:27Because she always made me feel at home.
00:12:30No matter where we were.
00:12:32It didn't matter what adventure we were on.
00:12:35As long as we were together.
00:12:37Mom followed Dad to Morovia from Florida.
00:12:39She left everything to start over.
00:12:41That's a big leap.
00:12:42It was my dream.
00:12:44Create dishes for a royal family while my children attended a fine school.
00:12:49And my wife was able to pursue her own passions.
00:12:54I've never had a dream.
00:12:56Just responsibilities.
00:12:59And the knowledge that one day I will take over the crown.
00:13:03We all have dreams, Michelle.
00:13:04Mine is to open a little bakery.
00:13:06It's not too late to find yours.
00:13:09I'm afraid I'm out of time for such things.
00:13:11Dreams are essential.
00:13:13They're the very foundations of who we are.
00:13:16And besides, Christmas is still three weeks away.
00:13:19Who's to say you can't do little soul searching before you make this huge decision?
00:13:22My offer still stands.
00:13:26Come to America with me.
00:13:27Join the baking competition.
00:13:28It'll be an adventure.
00:13:30I told you, Kate.
00:13:31My mother would never allow it.
00:13:34Aren't the king and queen going away on an official royal excursion in South America until December 22nd?
00:13:40They are.
00:13:42And you always wanted to visit America.
00:13:46I'm sure the world would love to discover our Moravian desserts.
00:13:49I could never leave the palace unnoticed.
00:13:52The press would hound me and people would recognize me.
00:13:55Charlotte, North America is huge.
00:13:58You know, you'd be surprised at how well you can fit in without your corsets and your updo's and entourage.
00:14:03Also, I've seen enough spy movies to know what a hoodie and sunglasses can do.
00:14:07Can you imagine?
00:14:09Oh, I'd be terrified to try.
00:14:10Well, the dreams that scare us are often the ones most worth pursuing.
00:14:17I should return to the festivities, but thank you, Kate.
00:14:20And thank you, Mr. Eddie, for the lovely distraction.
00:14:37How about this one?
00:14:42Oh, does it have to be another princess book?
00:14:46You know I love princesses.
00:14:48What about an adventure story or a mystery?
00:14:50Princesses are kind of boring.
00:14:52They're not.
00:14:53You know, most real princesses are probably just spoiled, bratty kids that really only care about themselves.
00:14:59And how would you know that?
00:15:01It's not like you ever met a real-life princess before.
00:15:04Princesses are nice and special and bright and magical, too.
00:15:12Okay, fine.
00:15:14I'll read it.
00:15:19Once upon a time in a castle far, far away, there lived a princess.
00:15:34Good evening, Kate.
00:15:35If I were to consider joining you, might I inquire as to how precisely we would pull this off?
00:15:46Oh, my.
00:15:47I look so...
00:15:48American.
00:15:50Comfortable.
00:15:51What is this shirt made of?
00:15:53It's so cozy.
00:15:54It's literally just cotton.
00:15:56I've packed some of my clothes for you, and then we'll just figure out the rest when we get there.
00:16:00We're going to sneak through the kitchen quarters.
00:16:02My dad will drive us to the airport, and my friend Carl will help us quietly through security.
00:16:09I cannot believe I'm doing this.
00:16:11I can't believe I'm doing this.
00:16:13We'll need to work on your American accent on the flight if you want to blend in.
00:16:16Oh, I can talk American.
00:16:18I do watch TV.
00:16:19Okay, not bad at all.
00:16:23Did you ask David if he could cover for you for the next few weeks?
00:16:27I left him a note, but I don't want to risk him trying to stop me.
00:16:30Yeah, smart thinking.
00:16:36Are you ready?
00:16:40Do you think the glasses are too much?
00:16:42No, they're perfect.
00:16:43This is so exciting.
00:16:49I know I promised you the story I've been working on today.
00:17:02I just need a few more days.
00:17:06I shall call you back.
00:17:09I shall call you back.
00:17:39Who might you be?
00:18:01Kate, hey!
00:18:03So thrilled to see you!
00:18:05Is this supposed to be your friend?
00:18:06Yes, Keith.
00:18:07This is my friend.
00:18:08I'm Charlie.
00:18:10Charlie, this is my buddy, Keith.
00:18:12Lovely to meet you.
00:18:13Likewise.
00:18:14Welcome to my humble abode.
00:18:15Let me show you around.
00:18:19Well, this is basically it.
00:18:22Oh, well, I didn't want to impose, so I actually booked a room.
00:18:28I had a name.
00:18:29What?
00:18:30What?
00:18:30You didn't mention it.
00:18:31Oh, I must have forgotten with all of the excitement.
00:18:34Yeah, you didn't actually book a room, did you?
00:18:37I did not.
00:18:38I could just come with you.
00:18:39We could figure it out together.
00:18:40I'm perfectly capable of finding a place to stay.
00:18:43Besides, I think that having a walk to acquaint myself with this town will be exciting.
00:18:47Okay.
00:18:49Just call me in a few hours.
00:18:51Um, actually, pass me your phone and I'll share locations.
00:18:53That way I can track you.
00:18:55Track me?
00:18:56What do you mean?
00:18:57Your phone.
00:18:58It has a tracker in it.
00:18:59Then later on I can find you in the town.
00:19:01Does that mean anyone can track me?
00:19:04Oh.
00:19:05Right.
00:19:05Um, bad idea.
00:19:07Maybe just turn it off until you need to call me.
00:19:10Right.
00:19:10Be careful.
00:19:13I won't be.
00:19:14And Kate.
00:19:15Yeah.
00:19:23This is what freedom feels like.
00:19:25Oh, watch out!
00:19:29You really need to be more careful.
00:19:31Didn't he see me crossing?
00:19:33Well, I mean, in his defense, he almost walked right out into traffic.
00:19:37Traffic always stops when I cross.
00:19:38Okay, princess.
00:19:42Excuse me?
00:19:44Look, I don't know where you're from, but around here, you gotta keep your eyes open and you're gonna get hit.
00:19:51Please, be more careful in the future.
00:19:53I'm sorry.
00:19:54I guess that was my fault.
00:19:57Are you sure you're okay?
00:19:58You seem lost.
00:19:59Can I help you find something?
00:20:01I'm Lucas, by the way.
00:20:03My friends call me Luke.
00:20:05Hi, Lucas.
00:20:06I'm Charlie.
00:20:08And I'm fine.
00:20:11Okay, well.
00:20:13Take care.
00:20:15Actually, would you happen to know where there's a place I could stay for the week?
00:20:21Yeah.
00:20:22I do, actually.
00:20:22Welcome to the Foxborough Inn.
00:20:32It's charming.
00:20:33Good enough for a princess?
00:20:36Uncle Luke, you found a princess?
00:20:38No, no, no, no.
00:20:39I'm definitely not a princess.
00:20:41I was teasing, Lily.
00:20:42Bummer.
00:20:43What are you doing behind the desk?
00:20:44Where's your mom?
00:20:45Mom wanted a snack, so she told me to stay at the front desk.
00:20:49Want a candy cane?
00:20:53Oh, gosh.
00:20:54So sorry about that.
00:20:55Some days it just feels like there aren't enough carbs in the world.
00:21:00Do you have a reservation?
00:21:01I do not, but Lucas was ever so kind as to bring me here.
00:21:04Troy, this is my sister, Laura, and my niece, Lily.
00:21:07Hi.
00:21:08It's very nice to meet you, Charlie, but I'm so sorry we just rented our last room about an hour ago.
00:21:13Oh, I see.
00:21:14Could I trouble you to recommend another inn?
00:21:17The town is booked solid for the baking competition.
00:21:20I'm afraid that you'll have a difficult time finding anything at the moment.
00:21:23Oh, no.
00:21:24Is that what brings you to town?
00:21:26Yes.
00:21:26I shall be entering the competition, though I suppose I should have arranged my accommodation in advance.
00:21:31You can stay in my room.
00:21:33That's very nice, sweetie, but I'm sure Charlie doesn't want to stay in your room.
00:21:38Why not?
00:21:39My room's the most beautiful room.
00:21:42I could stay with you and Dad.
00:21:43Might be my last time having you to myself before the baby comes.
00:21:47Those are some solid negotiating skills, kid.
00:21:51Yeah, she gets those from her father.
00:21:53Is that a yes?
00:21:54Well, we can't have a guest in our town without a place to stay.
00:21:58I don't know.
00:21:58I don't want to trouble anyone.
00:22:00Oh, that's no trouble at all.
00:22:01I like having sleepovers with Mom.
00:22:04Mm-hmm.
00:22:04The room is yours if you want it.
00:22:07Of course.
00:22:08Come on.
00:22:08I'll show you to my room.
00:22:11You're going to love it.
00:22:12I decorated it all by myself.
00:22:13She likes pink.
00:22:14I like pink.
00:22:15I love pink.
00:22:16Perfect.
00:22:16Let's go.
00:22:19She seems nice.
00:22:21What's her story?
00:22:23I have no idea.
00:22:24I have no idea.
00:22:31Your Highness.
00:22:40I regret to inform you that Princess Charlotte is not in her chambers at present.
00:22:44However, this note appears to be addressed to you.
00:22:47Thank you, Jefferson.
00:22:50What is this?
00:22:51Come in.
00:23:04Hey, I just wanted to make sure you're all settled in.
00:23:07Do you need anything, or...?
00:23:08I'm wonderful.
00:23:11Exquisite room.
00:23:12Yeah, well, it certainly suits you.
00:23:14Well, um, holler if you need anything.
00:23:19All right.
00:23:19I shall holler if I need anything.
00:23:23Actually, do you think it'd be acceptable if I use the kitchen to practice for the competition tonight?
00:23:30Sure.
00:23:31Yeah.
00:23:32It's acceptable.
00:23:34Wonderful.
00:23:35Um, I mean, cool.
00:23:38Cool.
00:23:39Thanks.
00:23:39Charlie, where'd you say you were from again?
00:23:41I didn't say.
00:23:42I'm from Florida.
00:23:48Really?
00:23:48I would not have guessed that.
00:23:51Well, um, I'll see your rep.
00:23:57Actually, can I ask you for one more favor?
00:24:02I really should have known you'd be one of our more demanding clients.
00:24:06Oh, apologies.
00:24:07It's of no consequence.
00:24:08No, Charlie, I'm joking.
00:24:10What do you need?
00:24:10Do you have a phone I could borrow?
00:24:15Sure.
00:24:16Yeah.
00:24:16Is yours broken?
00:24:18No, I just shut mine off.
00:24:22Mine has a tracker in it.
00:24:25People can track me.
00:24:27I got some bad news for you, Charlie.
00:24:29We're all being tracked.
00:24:31Yours is tracked, too?
00:24:32Of course.
00:24:33Yeah.
00:24:34Smartphones.
00:24:35Any chance you have a dumb phone?
00:24:37I really need to make a phone call.
00:24:39Charlie, are you looking for a burner phone?
00:24:41Pardon?
00:24:42You know, like a burner phone.
00:24:44Like in the movies, an old phone that you can't trace.
00:24:47Yeah, I guess I am.
00:24:50Can you help me find one of those?
00:24:51See, now I get it.
00:24:53You're a spy.
00:24:54No.
00:24:55Just a girl who needs a burner phone.
00:24:57I think I know a place in town that might still carry old flip phones.
00:25:02Cool.
00:25:03Cool.
00:25:05So, where do I go to check my emails on here?
00:25:08I don't think it's that kind of phone.
00:25:10I don't think probably only makes phone calls and texts.
00:25:13Good enough.
00:25:14So, how do I text?
00:25:17Here, let me try.
00:25:21Try that.
00:25:22Thanks.
00:25:23I just need to let my friend Kate know where I am and that I'll see her tomorrow morning.
00:25:27She's in the competition, too.
00:25:29She's also from Florida?
00:25:31Yeah.
00:25:32Well, I can certainly see why smartphones were invented.
00:25:35This is time-consuming.
00:25:37There we go.
00:25:38And that's it.
00:25:40If you don't mind me asking, who exactly are you hiding from?
00:25:45I'd rather not say, if that's okay.
00:25:47Yeah, that's fair.
00:25:48We're allowed to have our secrets.
00:25:53No.
00:25:57What are we doing?
00:25:58Shh.
00:25:59Why are we searching?
00:25:59We're hiding.
00:26:01From what?
00:26:02I'd prefer not to talk about it.
00:26:17Who was that?
00:26:20You have your secrets?
00:26:21I have mine.
00:26:23That's reasonable.
00:26:32This is Rainbow.
00:26:37He'll be staying with you tonight.
00:26:39If you need anything, just ask him.
00:26:41He's magical.
00:26:43He makes dreams come true.
00:26:44He does?
00:26:46That's a pretty special friend to have.
00:26:48Oh, and I almost forgot.
00:26:51This is Polar Pete.
00:26:54He's strong and gives me courage whenever I need it.
00:27:02You can have him, too.
00:27:06Oh, do you want to hear his song?
00:27:10Sure.
00:27:10Who likes to read day or night, has a coat of fur.
00:27:15Polar what?
00:27:16Has muscles full of might.
00:27:19It's Polar Pete.
00:27:24Thank you, Lily, for sharing your room and your friends with me.
00:27:27You're welcome.
00:27:29Good night, Charlie.
00:27:30Good night, Lily.
00:27:31Good night, Lily.
00:28:01I need to lie to the Queen for you.
00:28:03Not lie, David.
00:28:04Merely cover for me for a time.
00:28:06They've left for their trip.
00:28:07They won't even notice I'm gone.
00:28:08You left without a bodyguard, without any security.
00:28:12I told you I needed some time to process everything.
00:28:14Please respect that.
00:28:16It's important for both of us to decide what we truly want.
00:28:19What I want is for my soon-to-be fiancé to return
00:28:22and start acting with a sense of responsibility.
00:28:26David, do you remember when we were children?
00:28:30We used to have such fun.
00:28:32We always wanted to sneak away from those dreadful royal functions.
00:28:35Like the time you wanted to escape that award ceremony
00:28:37to play with friends.
00:28:39I do recall that day.
00:28:41I helped you escape the castle grounds.
00:28:44You told my parents that you needed assistance with your studies
00:28:47and that I should be excused for my royal duties that afternoon.
00:28:50They were more than happy to oblige.
00:28:53That was a fun day, wasn't it?
00:28:54We did that often, during those summers when your family would visit.
00:29:00David, we've always been good friends.
00:29:02Please, could you do this for me?
00:29:05I don't know, Charlotte.
00:29:06What will I tell the press, the public?
00:29:09We have so many engagements leading up to Christmas.
00:29:12Tell them I'm under the weather, recuperating.
00:29:16I shall return by December 22nd.
00:29:18I promise.
00:29:20I don't approve of this, Charlotte,
00:29:22but I will cover for you until then.
00:29:25But please promise me that you'll call me every single day
00:29:27so that I know that you're safe.
00:29:29I will.
00:29:31Thank you, David.
00:29:33Good night, Charlotte.
00:29:33Good night, Charlotte.
00:29:33Oh, apologies.
00:30:01Did I wake you?
00:30:01No.
00:30:02No, I couldn't sleep, so I thought I'd grab my midnight snack.
00:30:07Well, it's well past midnight.
00:30:10Uh, how about a 2 a.m. feast?
00:30:12I have a freshly baked array of pastries here.
00:30:14I couldn't sleep either.
00:30:15You are a much more motivated insomniac than I am.
00:30:18This is impressive.
00:30:20I'm just nervous about the first round of competition Monday.
00:30:32This is delicious.
00:30:35What is this?
00:30:37It's a specialty from where I come from.
00:30:40Wow.
00:30:40Well, I've spent a lot of time in Florida.
00:30:44Never seen these.
00:30:45Right.
00:30:45It's a new specialty.
00:30:48Very new out there in Florida.
00:30:52Well, I'd say by the taste of these, you're pretty ready for the competition.
00:30:56I'd be sleeping soundly if I were you.
00:30:57Maybe it's a little more than competition nerves.
00:31:02Mmm.
00:31:03Something to do with your need for a burner phone?
00:31:06You know, people say that I'm a pretty good listener.
00:31:11It's just, I didn't exactly tell my family I was coming here.
00:31:18And I'm afraid they'll be upset when they find out.
00:31:21So you're not a spy?
00:31:23No.
00:31:23Just keeping this trip a secret from my parents.
00:31:26They don't really let me go anywhere alone.
00:31:28So I'm trying to hide it from them for as long as I can.
00:31:31You're old enough to go pretty much anywhere without your parents' permission.
00:31:34Of course.
00:31:34It's not like I'm not allowed.
00:31:37It's more complicated than that.
00:31:39I just have a lot of responsibilities at home.
00:31:43We have a family business.
00:31:46And they want me to commit to a larger role in the company.
00:31:50And I'm not sure I want to.
00:31:52That I can relate to.
00:31:54Family businesses can be a lot.
00:31:57I've been helping run this place for the last seven years.
00:32:00Ever since my mom passed away.
00:32:02And time kind of just keeps on going, you know?
00:32:07So what's your family business, if you don't mind my asking?
00:32:13Um, blunders.
00:32:16We own a blender company.
00:32:19We make high quality blenders.
00:32:22Wow.
00:32:23Blunders.
00:32:23Neat.
00:32:24So what brings you to the kitchen at 2.30 in the morning?
00:32:27Anything to do with the woman we were hiding from today?
00:32:31Ex-girlfriend.
00:32:33Jenny.
00:32:34I see.
00:32:35I could be a pretty good listener too.
00:32:38What happened between you two?
00:32:41We dated for two years.
00:32:42I felt pretty hard for her.
00:32:46We wanted to travel the world together and start this travel blog.
00:32:49So we booked an extended trip to Bali.
00:32:51But there was a flood here.
00:32:54And business was affected.
00:32:55So I stayed behind to help out.
00:32:58She went without you?
00:33:00She did.
00:33:01She went for six months and came back with a sunburn,
00:33:05a successful travel blog, and a guy named Jet.
00:33:08Oh.
00:33:08Yeah, she broke my heart pretty good.
00:33:14She had her reasons, though.
00:33:17I just try to avoid painful memories if I can.
00:33:22Hence the hiding this afternoon.
00:33:24Hence the hiding.
00:33:25I really am sorry that a girl broke your heart.
00:33:30It's okay.
00:33:31It just means she wasn't the right person for me.
00:33:36And I believe true love is worth waiting for.
00:33:38So.
00:33:43What's your definition of true love, might I ask?
00:33:47I believe that true love is when someone makes everything feel alright.
00:33:53Even when the rest of your world is complicated.
00:33:57I like that.
00:33:59Cheers.
00:34:00To waiting for true love.
00:34:03Cheers.
00:34:03Cheers.
00:34:08That's just really good.
00:34:11Prince David.
00:34:12Your Highness.
00:34:13One question over here.
00:34:14There are rumors circulating that Princess Charlotte will not be attending the annual Christmas
00:34:18telethon this week.
00:34:19Might we get your comment on the matter?
00:34:21Princess Charlotte has been feeling rather under the weather as of late.
00:34:25As such, I will be attending the event in her place.
00:34:27Is it a serious illness, Your Highness, sir?
00:34:30Nothing to be concerned about, I assure you.
00:34:32Just a minor cold.
00:34:33Your Royal Highness would rather not pass it on to anyone, particularly during the holiday season.
00:34:38Prince David, there is a photo that has recently circulated showing a young woman who bears a striking resemblance to Princess Charlotte,
00:34:44entering an unmarked vehicle, leaving the castle grounds with members of the Royal Staff.
00:34:48Rumors are suggesting that the Princess may have, in fact, run away.
00:34:52What can you say to this?
00:34:53That is utterly preposterous.
00:34:56I can categorically assure to you that Princess Charlotte is resting safe and comfortably in her chambers.
00:35:02Now, that's everything for now.
00:35:02Thank you so much.
00:35:03Your Highness.
00:35:04One more question, please.
00:35:07Your Highness.
00:35:08One more.
00:35:08And then, he took me to buy a burner phone.
00:35:14I'm totally impressed.
00:35:16You know, first, good thinking on the whole tracking thing.
00:35:18Second, I'm surprised you even know what a burner phone is, let alone that you have one.
00:35:21And third, your American accent's getting really good.
00:35:25Thanks.
00:35:25It's been so freeing being here.
00:35:28I can do anything, eat anything, say anything, and no one cares.
00:35:33Wow, welcome to the rest of the world, Luz.
00:35:36I haven't even told you the best part yet.
00:35:38What?
00:35:38I almost got hit by a car yesterday.
00:35:41What?
00:35:42Wait, how is that the best part?
00:35:43I was crossing the street and no one stopped.
00:35:46Like I was invisible.
00:35:48Well, yeah, maybe let's just not do that next time because I do need to bring you back home in one piece.
00:35:53I love it here so much.
00:35:58What do you want to do today?
00:35:59Oh, I actually told Lucas I'd meet him in about an hour.
00:36:03He's taking me to buy some new clothes.
00:36:05My options are pretty limited.
00:36:07Okay.
00:36:09So you're, um, spending the day with this guy named Lucas?
00:36:12Oh, I'm sorry.
00:36:13You can come.
00:36:14No, no.
00:36:14It's your time to explore.
00:36:17Have fun.
00:36:18And I'll see you Monday morning for the baking competition.
00:36:20Of course.
00:36:21And now you know how to reach me.
00:36:23On your burner.
00:36:24Yep.
00:36:32Hey, Pop.
00:36:33We're just headed out downtown to meet Charlie.
00:36:35Do you need anything?
00:36:35I'm good, son.
00:36:36Thanks.
00:36:36Hey, uh, who made these?
00:36:38Charlie did.
00:36:39These are delicious.
00:36:41Where did you say she was from?
00:36:42Florida.
00:36:43Well, she must have went to a pretty impressive culinary school because they're definitely not American.
00:36:47Really?
00:36:48Well, enjoy your day, son.
00:36:49Yeah, you too.
00:36:50Hey, call me if you need anything.
00:36:51For sure.
00:36:52Hi, George.
00:37:06It's Mark Winslow from the Noble Observer.
00:37:08I was wondering if you can do me a favor.
00:37:10I need you to pull everything you've got on to Mr. Edward Jones, the world head chef.
00:37:15Yes, everything.
00:37:22I love this one.
00:37:37I've always wanted one of these.
00:37:40You've always wanted a light-up Christmas cat sweater.
00:37:43I've never had a Christmas sweater before, and these ones are delightful.
00:37:47Do you think it's okay if I try them on?
00:37:48Yeah, of course.
00:37:52So, how'd you learn to bake like that?
00:37:59From Mr. Eddie.
00:38:01And who's Mr. Eddie?
00:38:02Oh, right.
00:38:03Uh, sorry.
00:38:04He's the family chef.
00:38:06I've been digging into his kitchen ever since I was just a little kid.
00:38:10He's taught me everything that I know.
00:38:13And his daughter, Kate, she's my best friend.
00:38:16Oh, the girl you entered the competition with?
00:38:18Yes.
00:38:18And what do you think?
00:38:23Wow.
00:38:25Suits you beautifully.
00:38:26Isn't it adorable?
00:38:27Yeah.
00:38:30Is Mr. Eddie from Florida too?
00:38:32Yes.
00:38:33He's like a second father to me.
00:38:36I've known him almost my entire life.
00:38:37And you really never went to culinary school?
00:38:42No, I guess I just picked things up through the years.
00:38:44Wow.
00:38:47Ta-da!
00:38:48Yeah, it's as great as the last one.
00:38:51And it's so soft and so loose and so cozy.
00:38:55Yeah, sweaters tend to be that.
00:38:57And other than Mr. Eddie, were you ever close with the rest of your family, or?
00:39:05I mean, as close as we could be.
00:39:08I don't know.
00:39:09My family isn't really the warm, fuzzy type.
00:39:13I don't know.
00:39:13I guess they just start...
00:39:16Open?
00:39:16I was going to say...
00:39:17Open, open, please.
00:39:19Please open.
00:39:20Are you okay?
00:39:26Are you okay?
00:39:28Where's your swing again?
00:39:29Yes.
00:39:30Is it?
00:39:30Yes.
00:39:31Is she with?
00:39:32She was.
00:39:33Is he wearing this?
00:39:36Can I go have a look?
00:39:38Just stay here for a minute, knowing Jenny, once she's inside the change room, she'll be in there a while.
00:39:43And that sweater looks ridiculous, by the way.
00:39:46I like this sweater.
00:39:47I'm going to go try these on.
00:39:52Oh, can you hold my purse?
00:39:54Anything for you, gorgeous?
00:39:59Taken!
00:40:08Ooh, I really like this shirt.
00:40:10Can you find it in a small thing?
00:40:12You bet, sugarplum.
00:40:14Sugarplum.
00:40:15I think the coast is clear.
00:40:22Let me check.
00:40:23Can we just stay here?
00:40:26Don't be a baby.
00:40:27We're good.
00:40:35Let's go.
00:40:36Let's go.
00:40:36Let's go.
00:40:37Let's go.
00:40:43Let's go.
00:40:44Hello.
00:41:07Yeah, go ahead.
00:41:11Edward Jones has a daughter, Kate, who was in town visiting.
00:41:16When exactly did she leave?
00:41:20What flight?
00:41:22Right.
00:41:23Thank you, George.
00:41:26Let's find out everything we need to know about you, Miss Kate Jones.
00:41:40That was so much fun.
00:41:46Oh really?
00:41:47Well, I'm glad my trauma amuses you.
00:41:50This has been the best day I've had in forever.
00:41:55You really don't get out much, do you?
00:42:01Hey, Laura.
00:42:02How was your day today?
00:42:03Yeah, good.
00:42:04Good.
00:42:05Interesting.
00:42:06Sorry.
00:42:07Luke, can I just speak to you privately for a moment?
00:42:09Of course.
00:42:10I'll go put these away.
00:42:11Thanks for today.
00:42:12Yeah, it was a pleasure.
00:42:14What's up?
00:42:15It's a funny story.
00:42:16Hi.
00:42:17Hi.
00:42:18So Jenny is actually staying at the inn.
00:42:20Sorry, what?
00:42:21What?
00:42:22I'm sorry.
00:42:23I'm sorry.
00:42:24I'm sorry.
00:42:25I'm sorry.
00:42:26I'm sorry.
00:42:27I'm sorry.
00:42:28I'm sorry.
00:42:29I'm sorry.
00:42:30I'm sorry.
00:42:31I'm sorry.
00:42:32I'm sorry.
00:42:33I'm sorry.
00:42:34Hi.
00:42:35So Jenny is actually staying at the inn.
00:42:37Sorry.
00:42:38What?
00:42:39Nice hat.
00:42:40Thanks.
00:43:03Hey Lucas.
00:43:04You know you can call me Luke, right?
00:43:06I know.
00:43:06I just have a hard time losing certain formalities.
00:43:12Are you okay?
00:43:28I was worried about you.
00:43:30Yeah.
00:43:31No.
00:43:32Can I interest you in some fresh macaroons?
00:43:35Here, try this one.
00:43:45That's really good.
00:43:48Another Florida specialty?
00:43:50Something like that.
00:43:52Why do I feel like there's a lot
00:43:53you're not telling me, mystery girl?
00:43:56What do you mean, I'm an open book?
00:43:58Okay, yeah, sure.
00:44:00Let's play 20 questions.
00:44:02I ask you questions, you ask me questions,
00:44:04and we have to answer them truthfully.
00:44:05I don't know.
00:44:06Oh, come on, we'll ask easy questions.
00:44:09Okay, I'll start.
00:44:11What?
00:44:13If it's over between you and your ex,
00:44:16why are you avoiding her?
00:44:18Whoa, I said easy questions.
00:44:21Sorry, first time playing.
00:44:23It's okay.
00:44:25I'll answer it.
00:44:28I guess I'm afraid that if I talk to her,
00:44:30that hurt will come back,
00:44:31and I don't want to feel that pain again.
00:44:35My turn.
00:44:37Why are you afraid to talk to your family?
00:44:40I suppose I'm afraid to disappoint them.
00:44:43I'm afraid I can't live up to their expectations.
00:44:48I understand that.
00:44:50All right, easy one.
00:44:51What's your favorite color?
00:44:52Crimson.
00:44:53You know, most people would just say red.
00:44:57Favorite food?
00:44:58These would be up there.
00:45:00Really?
00:45:01Thanks.
00:45:03Tough question.
00:45:04Shoot.
00:45:06Do you have a dream?
00:45:10Yeah.
00:45:10Of course I do.
00:45:12Or, I did.
00:45:13I think I still do.
00:45:16Whoa.
00:45:17That is a tough question.
00:45:21I wanted to travel the world.
00:45:23And write about it.
00:45:25Share my experiences.
00:45:26That's what the trip to Bali with Jenny was supposed to be for.
00:45:30Wanted to start that travel blog.
00:45:32She did it.
00:45:33I didn't.
00:45:34Now she's a travel journalist,
00:45:36and I'm still here.
00:45:38Is that why she's in town?
00:45:40Yeah, she's covering the competition.
00:45:41You know, you'll eventually have to talk to her.
00:45:45I will.
00:45:46Just not tonight.
00:45:48Have you talked to your family yet?
00:45:51Only to my friend from home, David.
00:45:55He's been holding down the fort for me.
00:45:58David?
00:45:59Is he a good friend?
00:46:01More than a friend?
00:46:03He's a close friend of the family.
00:46:06Well, of the business.
00:46:08Of the family blender business?
00:46:09Yep.
00:46:10We're just one big blender bunch.
00:46:14Right.
00:46:15Well,
00:46:15I'd better get some sleep.
00:46:19Me too.
00:46:19I'll just clean up here.
00:46:21Thanks.
00:46:22For today.
00:46:23Of course.
00:46:25Good night, Charlie.
00:46:27Good night, Luke.
00:46:31You call me Luke.
00:46:34Good night.
00:46:35Good night.
00:46:35Good night.
00:46:39He's really nice.
00:46:53And doing something for fun without a whole world watching is pretty amazing.
00:46:59He sounds like a nice guy.
00:47:01It's lovely to make a new friend.
00:47:03Just a friend?
00:47:07Kate, I'm about to be engaged.
00:47:10I can assure you that Luke is...
00:47:11Luke is just a friend.
00:47:14Now, I can also assure you that David is just a friend.
00:47:19Yes, that is true.
00:47:21But not in the eye of the public.
00:47:24Lucky for you, you're not in the public right now.
00:47:27Charlotte, you need to explore your own life.
00:47:32Your own emotions and your own feelings.
00:47:36Look, I'm just saying, don't be so quick to put a label on things.
00:47:41Just keep having fun.
00:47:42Yeah?
00:47:44Have you talked to David?
00:47:46Yes.
00:47:47He's been helping me.
00:47:48Good.
00:47:50How are things at the loft?
00:47:52Oh, so good.
00:47:53You know, Keith is a blast.
00:47:54We're actually going to the Christmas market tonight.
00:47:56You want to come?
00:47:59Um...
00:47:59You can bring Luke.
00:48:02Sounds great.
00:48:04I'll ask him.
00:48:14Edward Jones?
00:48:16Yes, that's me.
00:48:18I'm Mark Winslow from the Noble Observer.
00:48:20I have a few questions about Princess Charlotte and what she was doing in your vehicle leaving
00:48:25the castle property a few nights ago.
00:48:36The prince and the princess, they're deep into each other's eyes, knowing their adventure
00:48:41is only just beginning.
00:48:43And they lived happily ever after.
00:48:48Hey, how'd it go?
00:48:50I made it to the next room.
00:48:51That's fantastic.
00:48:52Congrats.
00:48:53Thanks.
00:48:54Charlie, do you believe that princesses are special?
00:48:58I don't know.
00:48:59I guess we're all special in our own way.
00:49:02My uncle says they're boring.
00:49:04And they're probably just spoiled brats and only care about themselves.
00:49:09He does, does he?
00:49:12Well, that's a little presumptuous.
00:49:15What does presumptuous mean?
00:49:17It means your uncle has a lot to learn about princesses.
00:49:20What do you think they're like?
00:49:22I think that princesses are a lot like you and me.
00:49:25They try their very best, but they sometimes struggle, like everyone, to find their happily
00:49:31ever after.
00:49:33I think princesses are magical and bright and bring happiness wherever they go.
00:49:40I want to be a princess one day.
00:49:43You'd be a wonderful princess.
00:49:45Really?
00:49:47I'd think you'd be a wonderful one, too.
00:49:50Thanks, Lily.
00:49:51I'd better get going to bed.
00:49:53Sorry, I still have your room.
00:49:54Oh, that's okay.
00:49:55I like sleeping with mom and dad before the baby comes.
00:49:58I look at it as a win-win for both of us.
00:50:00You're a very generous girl.
00:50:02You have a great way of looking at things, young lady.
00:50:04That's because I'm practicing to be a princess.
00:50:08Good night, Uncle Luke.
00:50:10Good night, Lily.
00:50:15Good night, Charlie.
00:50:17Sweet dreams.
00:50:22Hey, what are you doing?
00:50:24For the rest of the evening?
00:50:25Nothing.
00:50:27Kate invited me to the Christmas market.
00:50:29Do you want to come?
00:50:30Yeah, I'd love to.
00:50:35Hot chocolate?
00:50:41Thanks.
00:50:43Okay, Luke and I saw this awesome photo op.
00:50:47It's a tunnel full of twinkling lights.
00:50:49It'll look great on our socials.
00:50:50Want to go take some selfies?
00:50:52Yeah.
00:50:53You want to come?
00:50:54I'm okay.
00:50:55I'm not really a social media kind of girl.
00:50:57I'm good.
00:50:59Okay.
00:50:59Be back soon.
00:51:00Not on social media?
00:51:08I thought everyone was.
00:51:09No, I guess I like my privacy.
00:51:12That's fair.
00:51:14So, tell me about the competition.
00:51:16It's so much fun.
00:51:18I love creating something and getting honest feedback.
00:51:20Not just people telling me what I want to hear.
00:51:22People never tell me what I want to hear.
00:51:25Really?
00:51:26I have a feeling you and I have lived very different lives.
00:51:29I get that feeling, too.
00:51:32Despite our 20 questions, I feel like you're still a bit of a mystery to me.
00:51:37Who are you?
00:51:39The truth is, I'm still trying to figure that out.
00:51:43I think there are two sides to me.
00:51:44The one I show everyone, the side of me that's expected to be a certain way.
00:51:49And then there's the real me.
00:51:52That's the part I'm struggling to find.
00:51:54What do you mean?
00:51:56Well, I know what's expected of me.
00:51:59That's the easy part.
00:52:01Good hair.
00:52:03Perfect smile.
00:52:04Always put together.
00:52:05Always eloquent with my words.
00:52:08Always diplomatic.
00:52:09But that's not the real you.
00:52:11The real me is more messy, I think.
00:52:15I don't know.
00:52:16I love the family business.
00:52:18But I also love getting my hands dirty.
00:52:21I talk too much and laugh too hard and say the wrong things.
00:52:24Sometimes.
00:52:26That sounds pretty awesome to me.
00:52:28I wish it was.
00:52:29But I have a family name to uphold.
00:52:32Traditions to stick to.
00:52:34My whole life's been planned out by the time I was four.
00:52:36Wow.
00:52:37I had no idea the blender business was so intense.
00:52:42What?
00:52:43Nothing.
00:52:44It's just...
00:52:45You're right.
00:52:46It's pretty intense for blenders.
00:52:48I think your family needs to lighten up a little bit.
00:52:51I agree.
00:52:52I just wish I knew how to get them to do that.
00:52:55You start by being honest about who you are and who you want to be.
00:53:00Times change.
00:53:01Traditions evolve.
00:53:02Your family needs to let go of some of their high expectations.
00:53:05I don't know.
00:53:07My mother can be difficult to open up to.
00:53:10Well, I think you're pretty awesome.
00:53:13And you shouldn't be afraid to be who you want to be.
00:53:15Even while you figure out who that is.
00:53:19O holy night, the stars are brightly shining.
00:53:27It is the night of our dear Saviour's birth.
00:53:34Long lay the world in sin and error pining.
00:53:41Till he appear.
00:53:45Charlotte, I cannot endure this much longer.
00:53:58David, please.
00:53:59Just one more week.
00:54:00You fail to grasp the gravity of the situation.
00:54:03The press is already on to you.
00:54:05They accosted Edward just outside the palace.
00:54:07You mean Mr. Eddie?
00:54:09Is he all right?
00:54:10Yes, but they were asking a multitude of questions.
00:54:13Were you in his car?
00:54:14No.
00:54:14I mean, yes.
00:54:17Maybe.
00:54:18Why?
00:54:19And what did you tell them?
00:54:20Nothing.
00:54:20But it's only a matter of time until the press starts to uncover the truth.
00:54:24I need you to tell me where you are so that I can send security before the media surrounds your location.
00:54:29No, David.
00:54:30I deeply appreciate your concern.
00:54:32But I can assure you I'm perfectly safe.
00:54:35No one will find me.
00:54:36How can you be certain?
00:54:37I cannot be entirely certain.
00:54:39But I know that this trip is crucial.
00:54:44There is something I must confide in you, David.
00:54:47What is it?
00:54:50I've met someone.
00:54:52A man with whom I'm beginning to feel something.
00:54:57Something I've never felt before.
00:54:59Charlotte, what are you saying?
00:55:01It is imperative that we be candid with one another, David.
00:55:05I've never experienced such a profound connection with someone before.
00:55:10What exactly are you suggesting?
00:55:12I'm suggesting that when I return, we must have an honest discussion about our pending engagement.
00:55:17I am not prepared to proceed.
00:55:21And if you reflect on it, you'll realize that you are not either.
00:55:24We have affection for one another, David, but not in the way that this engagement demands.
00:55:28This is not about us, Charlotte.
00:55:31David, please, take this time to consider what truly matters.
00:55:35Cast aside what our families expect.
00:55:37And take this time to think deeply about what you truly desire.
00:55:42I know exactly what I desire.
00:55:45Are you certain?
00:55:46Have you merely known what your family expects of you?
00:55:50Please, can you hold off for one more week?
00:55:53I need you to distract the press a little longer.
00:55:56Well, how exactly do you propose I do that, Charlotte?
00:55:59It's becoming impossible to distract them any further.
00:56:01Have a little fun, David.
00:56:03Let loose, as it were.
00:56:06Do you remember all the trouble we used to get into when we were children?
00:56:08I know that spirit still resides within you.
00:56:11We are not children anymore.
00:56:13That may be so, but that does not mean we cannot indulge in life a little.
00:56:19Please.
00:56:20Fine.
00:56:21I will engage in the charade for a few more days.
00:56:23But, Charlotte, please be careful.
00:56:26I will be.
00:56:27I truly appreciate this, David.
00:56:31Whatever you're doing, I hope it's worth the risk.
00:56:34I believe it is.
00:56:43You know, this emotional eating is eventually going to catch up with you.
00:56:47Oh.
00:56:48Wow.
00:56:49How about we don't judge the nine-month pregnant woman?
00:56:53Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry.
00:56:54I expected to see Luke here.
00:56:552.30 in the morning?
00:56:59Yeah, it's been a thing.
00:57:02I see.
00:57:03You two have been spending a lot of time together.
00:57:06He seems happy.
00:57:08It's been lovely.
00:57:09Getting to know him.
00:57:11How are you feeling?
00:57:12Um, well, uh, you know, overcooked.
00:57:16But excited.
00:57:17Nervous.
00:57:18And, uh, testy.
00:57:20Hungry.
00:57:21All the time.
00:57:21Just really, really hungry.
00:57:23You want one, Eddie?
00:57:26No, thanks.
00:57:26I should actually try to sleep tonight.
00:57:29Big day tomorrow.
00:57:30Mile two.
00:57:31In fact, you know what goes great with those cookies?
00:57:34Warm milk.
00:57:35And a teaspoon of vanilla.
00:57:37Hmm.
00:57:38Good night, Laura.
00:57:39Good night, Charlie.
00:57:42Warm milk with vanilla.
00:57:44Why not?
00:57:47It's on the menu for tonight.
00:57:48Ah!
00:57:48Oh!
00:57:49Oh, dear.
00:57:51You and your girlfriend are giving me a complex.
00:57:52I'm sorry.
00:57:53I was expecting, um...
00:57:55Charlie?
00:57:55Yeah.
00:57:56She just left.
00:57:58Should we go to bed?
00:57:59Yeah.
00:58:00I think it was on my account.
00:58:01Sorry.
00:58:03It's okay.
00:58:04So?
00:58:06I mean, come on.
00:58:07Like, what's the story with you two?
00:58:09There's no story.
00:58:11Mm-hmm.
00:58:13She's been helping me keep my mind off of Jenny, which has been nice.
00:58:17Okay.
00:58:18Good.
00:58:20I like her.
00:58:22Yeah.
00:58:23I do, too.
00:58:26Mm.
00:58:39Prince David, we are nearly ready for you.
00:58:42The press, however, is inquiring if Princess Charlotte will be joining us this evening.
00:58:47I'm afraid not.
00:58:50Oh, how unfortunate.
00:58:51The audience shall be quite disappointed.
00:58:54Indeed.
00:58:56Well, if the Princess is not attending, we can proceed with your speech, yes?
00:59:01Are you ready, Your Highness?
00:59:03One moment, please.
00:59:05Certainly.
00:59:05I need to think of a way to distract them.
00:59:10Something bold, something memorable.
00:59:15Thank your pardon, Your Highness.
00:59:16Oh, nothing.
00:59:18Uh, excuse me.
00:59:21Might I borrow your guitar?
00:59:23Yes, of course, Your Highness.
00:59:26Sir?
00:59:26I know how greatly the Princess regrets not being here.
00:59:34I wonder if I could offer a small performance, to bring some festive cheer to her absence.
00:59:39You play the guitar, sir?
00:59:40Well, not publicly, but there is a first time for everything now, isn't there?
00:59:45Of course, Your Highness.
00:59:48This certainly will be a moment to remember.
00:59:50You play the guitar.
01:00:20Hi, Charlie, is it?
01:00:22Yes.
01:00:24Smile.
01:00:28Um, actually, would it be okay if I just...
01:00:30I'm Jenny.
01:00:31I have a popular travel blog.
01:00:33You might have heard of me.
01:00:35Uh, no, I'm not.
01:00:38Oh, uh, well, anyway, I'm writing a story about all the contestants that made it to the second round,
01:00:46so I just wanted to say congratulations.
01:00:48I heard the judges were really impressed with your pastry yesterday.
01:00:52Oh, thank you.
01:00:53Can you tell me a little bit more about the dessert you're making today?
01:00:57Oh, uh, yes, of course.
01:00:59It's a Moravian macaroon.
01:01:00It's a little twist on the traditional recipe to include chili and mango.
01:01:04It adds a little heat with the chili powder in the shells,
01:01:07confounded by a sweet, spicy mango filling.
01:01:10Interesting.
01:01:11Sounds delish.
01:01:12Well, here's my card.
01:01:14Uh, feel free to follow my socials, and I'll be posting tonight.
01:01:17Oh, what's your handle?
01:01:19I'll tag you.
01:01:20Oh, uh, no thanks.
01:01:22No social media for me.
01:01:23Are you sure?
01:01:24I have a ton of followers worldwide.
01:01:28It's great press.
01:01:30Worldwide, huh?
01:01:31Mm-hmm.
01:01:31Um, I'm okay, thanks.
01:01:33I'm kind of shy, actually.
01:01:36I like my privacy.
01:01:38In fact, would you mind not posting that photo you took?
01:01:42It's adorable.
01:01:44You look great.
01:01:46I really would prefer if you don't post anything about me.
01:01:49Sorry, I'm being paid to post about all the contestants.
01:01:52It's my job.
01:01:54If you have an issue with it, you can talk to an organizer.
01:01:57Anyway, good luck with the next round.
01:02:00Thanks.
01:02:08Hey, it'll be fine.
01:02:10How many followers could you possibly have?
01:02:12It appears that you've been caught, Princess Charlotte.
01:02:41This will be the biggest story of the year.
01:02:58It's my turn.
01:03:01Blue.
01:03:03Blue.
01:03:04All right.
01:03:08What is the capital of Georgia?
01:03:10Oh, easy.
01:03:11Tbilisi.
01:03:14That's silly.
01:03:16You should know this.
01:03:17Georgia's close to Florida, so that means the answer is Atlanta.
01:03:22Oh, right.
01:03:23Apologies.
01:03:24I thought you meant the country of Georgia, in which case the capital is, of course, Tbilisi.
01:03:29Charlie, this is a kid's game.
01:03:33I don't know many countries outside of ours.
01:03:36Right.
01:03:37Your turn.
01:03:39Can anyone play?
01:03:42Jenny, hi.
01:03:44Um, wow.
01:03:46Uh, it's been a long time.
01:03:49You're a hard man to find.
01:03:51That's because he's been avoiding you.
01:03:53Lily.
01:03:54What?
01:03:54It's true.
01:03:55He has been avoiding her.
01:03:58Well, I should get going.
01:04:00I told Kate I'd meet her for dinner.
01:04:04I'll see you later.
01:04:06Yeah.
01:04:08You're Charlie, right?
01:04:10Shy girl.
01:04:11That's me.
01:04:12Well, the Meruvian macaroons have been a huge hit on my blog.
01:04:15Like, lots of comments.
01:04:17You should check it out.
01:04:18Cool.
01:04:19I thought you said those macaroons were a Florida thing.
01:04:22Right.
01:04:23Uh, they are.
01:04:24I mean, I learned the recipe in Florida, but they are Meruvian, I think.
01:04:29Anyways, I should get going.
01:04:31I'll see you all later.
01:04:33Come on, Lily.
01:04:34I can use a hand in the kitchen.
01:04:35What about the game?
01:04:37We'll get to it later.
01:04:38Come on.
01:04:46Can we talk?
01:04:48Yeah.
01:04:49Sure.
01:04:49Sure.
01:05:02That was for our Princess Charlotte.
01:05:04May she feel better soon.
01:05:06I love you.
01:05:08Oh, my gosh.
01:05:10I can't believe he did that.
01:05:12I mean, it looks like he's actually having fun.
01:05:15And check out the comments.
01:05:16I think he has a new fan club.
01:05:18Good for him.
01:05:19So, um, what are you going to do about David and Luke?
01:05:27I think it's time to tell everyone the truth.
01:05:31Including my family.
01:05:32Good for you.
01:05:34Thanks for this trip.
01:05:36Thanks for giving me an opportunity to find myself, Kate.
01:05:40I love you.
01:05:40I love you too, Charlotte.
01:05:43Wow.
01:05:56So you and Jet are getting married.
01:05:58That's wonderful news.
01:06:01Thanks.
01:06:02I wanted you to hear from me.
01:06:04And I was afraid I wouldn't get the chance.
01:06:08Like, I'm sorry I've been avoiding you, Jenny.
01:06:10I was afraid that it would open up old wounds.
01:06:13But this has been surprisingly healing.
01:06:17I'm glad.
01:06:18And I'm truly happy for you and all your success with the travel blog.
01:06:21And for you and Jet, it's...
01:06:23Thanks.
01:06:26So, what about you?
01:06:28Anyone special in your life these days?
01:06:31Yeah, maybe.
01:06:32Is it the shy girl from the competition?
01:06:35Charlie.
01:06:37Maybe she's pretty special.
01:06:39But, uh, still a bit of a mystery to me.
01:06:43What my advice?
01:06:44As a friend.
01:06:46And as a journalist.
01:06:48Sure.
01:06:49She seems like a really nice girl.
01:06:52But the journalist in me can sense she's hiding something.
01:06:56Don't avoid that conversation.
01:06:58If you have feelings for her, talk to her.
01:07:02Make her feel safe enough to tell you anything.
01:07:06If there's anything I've learned over the last few years,
01:07:09honest communication is everything.
01:07:12Okay.
01:07:31You know, I'm really going to miss these late night practice sessions after the final round tomorrow.
01:07:48Me too.
01:07:49How was your night with Kate?
01:07:51Good.
01:07:52How was your talk with Jenny?
01:07:55It's pretty great.
01:07:56She's, uh, getting ready to jet, actually.
01:08:02Oh.
01:08:03That's splendid news, isn't it?
01:08:07And you're okay with that?
01:08:09I am.
01:08:10Now that we've had an open and honest conversation about it, I actually have no idea what I was afraid of.
01:08:17It was really good for me.
01:08:19I'm happy to hear that.
01:08:23It made me realize that we also need to have an honest and open conversation.
01:08:32I was thinking that, too.
01:08:34Charlie, I've had such a great time getting to know you.
01:08:37Me too, Luke.
01:08:39I just think that you're wonderful and talented and unique.
01:08:43I've never met anyone like you.
01:08:47I'm really going to miss you.
01:08:50I hope that we stay in touch.
01:08:52And I want to come visit you in Florida after the holidays.
01:08:55It's not that far and things are going to slow down here.
01:08:58I want to keep getting to know you.
01:09:00Luke.
01:09:01Charlie, I know that there's a lot that I don't know about you.
01:09:04But what I do know is that you are honest and sweet and down-to-earth and a kind person.
01:09:12And you don't open up much.
01:09:14But I feel like from what you have shared with me, it's come from your heart.
01:09:20And you've been honest with me.
01:09:21And that means so much.
01:09:27I want you to feel comfortable telling me anything.
01:09:30Look, the truth is, this trip has been absolutely amazing.
01:09:36I've never felt so free to be myself and to discover what I love and who I love.
01:09:46Look, there's so much I need to tell you.
01:09:53Laura?
01:09:55Laura?
01:09:56Laura?
01:09:58Baby?
01:09:59Baby?
01:10:00Baby?
01:10:01Yeah, I'm having a baby.
01:10:02And that's not homies working nights.
01:10:04Oh, my gosh.
01:10:05Luke, can you drive me to the hospital?
01:10:07Yeah, of course.
01:10:08Is there anything I can do?
01:10:10Can you just tell my dad to look after Lily?
01:10:13Yeah, of course.
01:10:14Great.
01:10:15Okay, let's go.
01:10:15Okay.
01:10:18I'll keep you posted.
01:10:22Okay, keys.
01:10:23Keys.
01:10:23Look, the keys.
01:10:24Good luck.
01:10:39They truly love me, Charlotte.
01:10:41I've been receiving fan mail all week from all corners of the globe.
01:10:46It's...
01:10:46It's utterly brilliant.
01:10:48It's rather fulfilling, isn't it?
01:10:49To rediscover parts of yourself that you'd long forgotten.
01:10:52Indeed it is.
01:10:53Thank you, Charlotte.
01:10:54This has been remarkable for the both of us.
01:10:57I'm so pleased to hear that.
01:10:58And there's been no mention of your situation in the press.
01:11:01My distraction worked.
01:11:04You were absolutely right, Charlotte.
01:11:06When you return this week, we should speak to our families together.
01:11:10Perhaps it's time to reconsider the engagement.
01:11:13Follow our own path, as it were.
01:11:15Find our true passions and our true love.
01:11:20I would very much like that, David.
01:11:22And thank you for covering for me all this time.
01:11:26We really have done quite well, haven't we?
01:11:29We certainly have.
01:11:31I'll see you soon, Charlotte.
01:11:33See you soon, David.
01:11:38Thanks for the courage.
01:11:39Good morning.
01:11:46Breakfast is ready this way.
01:11:53Good morning.
01:11:54Good morning.
01:11:54Any news?
01:11:56Not yet.
01:11:56She's still in labor.
01:11:57Lucas stayed with him all night.
01:11:59I'm making a card for my little brother.
01:12:01Do you want to see it?
01:12:02Oh, it's beautiful.
01:12:07I also made a card for you.
01:12:09Good luck for today.
01:12:13Final round.
01:12:14I'm a little nervous.
01:12:16Don't be nervous.
01:12:17Whatever happens, you won in my mind.
01:12:20How so?
01:12:21Because your pastries make everyone happy.
01:12:24And by you joining this competition, you're meeting new friends.
01:12:28Isn't that the best part of winning?
01:12:29I never thought of it that way, Lily.
01:12:32You're a very thoughtful girl.
01:12:37Have fun today, Charlie.
01:12:40Both of you.
01:12:56Bye-bye.
01:12:59Well, this is it.
01:13:02Good luck, Charlotte.
01:13:03Good luck, Kate.
01:13:06Hey, why do you look so sad?
01:13:09This is exciting.
01:13:11I'm going to miss this.
01:13:12This trip has been so amazing.
01:13:16I'm just sad to say goodbye to everyone.
01:13:19You know, I have a feeling you won't be saying goodbye to everyone.
01:13:29I think someone might try to stay in your life.
01:13:31Bye.
01:13:32Bye.
01:13:32Bye.
01:13:32Bye.
01:13:32Bye.
01:13:32Bye.
01:13:33Bye.
01:13:33Bye.
01:13:34Bye.
01:13:34Bye.
01:13:34Bye.
01:13:41Good afternoon.
01:13:42Welcome to the final round of the Holly Jolly Baking Bash.
01:13:45Once we announce the winner, I'll open the floor to questions.
01:13:54Without any further delay, the winner of the Holly Jolly Baking Bash and the recipient
01:14:00of this year's large grant is Ms. Kate Jones.
01:14:07Ms. Jones, congratulations.
01:14:09Please join us here for photographs and questions.
01:14:11I'm so proud of you, Kate.
01:14:14You deserve this.
01:14:15Thank you so much for everything.
01:14:16Charlotte, oh my God.
01:14:17Go, go, go.
01:14:22Congratulations, Ms. Jones.
01:14:33Thank you so much, everyone.
01:14:35It's always been my biggest dream to open a bakery, and this grant is going to help me
01:14:40with that so much, so thank you.
01:14:43We'd now like to open the floor to questions.
01:14:46Uh, yes.
01:14:47Hi, Kate.
01:14:48Uh, congratulations.
01:14:49I'm Jenny.
01:14:50Can you tell us what inspired you to do a twist on the traditional opera cake?
01:14:54Hi, Jenny.
01:14:55That's a great question.
01:14:56I am a tea enthusiast, so I thought instead of using coffee, I would incorporate a high-end
01:15:03matcha that would create a unique taste, but also have added health benefits.
01:15:07Spectacular.
01:15:08Thank you, Kate.
01:15:10Uh, yes.
01:15:11Hi.
01:15:12Uh, I'm Mark from the Noble Observer.
01:15:14Miss Kate, I'd like to know how you convinced the future Queen of Morovia, Princess Charlotte,
01:15:19to run away from her soon-to-be fiancé, Prince David, and her country to play pastry chef
01:15:24in a celulistic competition for the holiday season.
01:15:29Um.
01:15:31Princess Charlotte?
01:15:37Princess Charlotte?
01:15:38No.
01:15:39Fiancé?
01:15:40I'm sorry.
01:15:44Yes, Mother.
01:15:45I'll be home this evening.
01:15:46My flight leaves in two hours.
01:15:59I'm heading to the airport immediately.
01:16:00I know.
01:16:01I understand.
01:16:02I'm sorry, Mother.
01:16:04I'm sorry, Mother.
01:16:05I'll talk when I get home.
01:16:09evening. My flight leaves in two hours. I'm heading to the airport immediately. I
01:16:14know. I understand. I'm sorry, Mother. We'll talk when I get home.
01:16:29Lucas. Princess Charlotte. I don't know, should I curtsy or bow? I've never greeted
01:16:36a princess before. Lucas, I'm sorry. I should have told you. Look, I knew you were keeping some
01:16:42secrets, but I never thought you were lying about who you were. I didn't lie about who I am. I've
01:16:48been more myself here than I ever have been at home. Charlie, or Princess Charlotte, I have no
01:16:53idea who you are. I thought you were from Florida and in the blender business. You're getting engaged.
01:17:00You're right, and for that I'm truly sorry. But I realized over these past few weeks that
01:17:06none of those things define me. You might be the only person in the world who's ever seen
01:17:11the real me. I really wish I could believe that, Charlotte. I really do.
01:17:28Luke.
01:17:36Luke. Have any more of that courage I could borrow, Polar Pete?
01:17:41His courage was abundant.
01:17:44What?
01:17:47That means he has an unlimited amount. You can keep him if you need him. He's always wanted
01:17:53to live in a real-life castle anyways.
01:17:55Thank you, Lily. That's so generous of you.
01:17:59I knew you were a princess.
01:18:01You did, did you? And how'd you know that?
01:18:03Because you made everything here bright and happy. And that's what princesses do.
01:18:10Thank you, Lily. For sharing your room and your kindness with me.
01:18:14Will you ever come back?
01:18:27I don't know. I'm afraid I may have really messed up. I'm not sure your Uncle Luke will ever forgive me.
01:18:36Princess Trump, we all make mistakes. Especially Uncle Luke. He just needs time.
01:18:43Do you think...
01:18:47he could stay friends?
01:18:52Always.
01:18:52Always.
01:18:52Yes, I shall be downstairs in a moment.
01:19:22We are both grateful to you for allowing us this time to speak.
01:19:34As you know, Charlotte and I share a great affection for one another.
01:19:40But over the past few weeks, we've come to realize that we are not prepared for engagement.
01:19:46You intend to delay the engagement then?
01:19:48No, Mother. We intend to forgo it entirely.
01:19:52David and I are friends, but we both feel it is best to pursue our own paths.
01:19:58We understand this might come as a shock, but it is our decision and it is final.
01:20:03We're happy to answer any questions, of course, but I hope you can respect our decision.
01:20:08And what of our countries then?
01:20:10We both know that I will make a fine leader, as will Charlotte.
01:20:13Our countries have long been united in friendship and that bond will remain steadfast.
01:20:18We don't need marriage to secure it.
01:20:20Perhaps they are right, darling.
01:20:23Our traditions are, after all, somewhat antiquated in some respects.
01:20:28Charlotte, I wish you felt that you could confide in us before you took it upon yourself to run away.
01:20:41This has caused such an upheaval.
01:20:44I did not run away, Mother. I simply embarked on a journey of self-discovery.
01:20:49And what did you discover on this journey, my dear?
01:20:56I discovered myself, Father.
01:21:09Hey, everybody.
01:21:10Hey, Luke.
01:21:11Hi, Henry.
01:21:12It's your Uncle Luke.
01:21:14Can you say hi?
01:21:16Uncle Luke!
01:21:18Can you read Henry and I's story?
01:21:21I would love to.
01:21:25Oh.
01:21:26Can we read anything other than a princess story?
01:21:29You know what a princess is.
01:21:31And I think you do, too.
01:21:35What can I say?
01:21:36She's perceptive, like her mother.
01:21:38What does that mean?
01:21:41That means that we can all see that Uncle Luke is in love with Charlie.
01:21:46I am not.
01:21:47Yes, you are.
01:21:49You know she still loves you, too.
01:21:52Okay.
01:21:53Right?
01:21:54Can we not talk about this?
01:21:55Charlie, or rather, Princess Charlotte is gone.
01:21:59It's over.
01:22:00And there's nothing I can do about that.
01:22:03Uncle Luke.
01:22:05Even an eight-year-old knows a solution to this problem.
01:22:10Oh.
01:22:11Really?
01:22:12And what would that be?
01:22:13Book a flight to Morovia.
01:22:15Simple.
01:22:17Okay.
01:22:18Then what?
01:22:19Just walk up to the castle and knock?
01:22:22He's not much of a problem solver, is he?
01:22:26No.
01:22:27Just go.
01:22:28Ask her friend Kate.
01:22:29The news says her dad works for the royal family.
01:22:33Are you sure you're only eight years old?
01:22:35She, uh, also gets that from her mom.
01:22:37Hey, I mean, look.
01:22:39I'd listen to the girl.
01:22:41Okay, yeah, but I can't leave you here alone over the holidays, looking after the inn with the new baby.
01:22:48Luke, you'll be fine.
01:22:50Yeah.
01:22:51Okay, look.
01:22:52This inn, it was always our dream.
01:22:54You know, never yours.
01:22:56Hey, didn't you want to be a travel blogger a few years ago?
01:22:59Oh.
01:23:00Right?
01:23:01Yeah, and you gave that up for this place.
01:23:03So now it is time to find your own path.
01:23:07Go.
01:23:08Travel.
01:23:09See the world.
01:23:12And go get the girl.
01:23:14Get the girl.
01:23:18And that is an excellent question.
01:23:35I believe our daughter should answer that.
01:23:41Good afternoon.
01:23:42I know many of you have questions regarding my time away from Morovia and my engagement to Prince David.
01:23:58It is with a full heart and an open mind that I stand before you today to share my thoughts.
01:24:13After much reflection, David and I have decided that we will not be moving forward with an engagement.
01:24:19This decision is one we have made with a deep consideration and respect for ourselves and for our countries.
01:24:27I love my country dearly, as I know you all do.
01:24:30But I have come to understand that in order to lead one day with the honesty, integrity and courage that this role requires,
01:24:38I must first learn who I truly am, independent of expectation, tradition, and the paths that have been laid before me.
01:24:49Princess Charlotte, how can the country expect to trust you?
01:24:52You have deceived them by running away, not to mention breaking Prince David's heart.
01:24:56The journey I recently embarked on was not about running away from this country.
01:25:02It was about finding myself beyond these castle walls.
01:25:06To be the leader my country deserves, I must be true to myself.
01:25:11And that was something I could not fully do until I had the time and space to grow.
01:25:17As for Prince David, no hearts were broken.
01:25:21We both concur that finding true love is something worth waiting for.
01:25:27I have a question for you, Princess Charlotte.
01:25:31Luke?
01:25:36I was wondering what your definition of true love is.
01:25:39I believe that true love is when you find someone who makes everything feel right, even when the rest of your world is complicated.
01:25:55I like that definition.
01:25:57Me too.
01:26:04Your Majesties.
01:26:09I'm sorry about what I said.
01:26:16You make everything in my world feel so right.
01:26:20I love you, Princess Charlie.
01:26:23I love you too, Luke.
01:26:24I love you too, Luke.
01:26:25I love you too, Luke.
01:26:27I love you too, thank you.
01:26:28The prince and princess looked into each other's eyes, knowing their adventure had only just begun.
01:26:57And they looked happily ever after.
01:27:27The prince and princess.
01:27:33The prince and princess.
01:27:37The prince and princess.
01:27:39The prince and princess.
01:27:41The prince and princess.
01:27:43The prince and princess.