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Royally Wrapped for Christmas _Full Christmas Movie_Jen Lilley & Brendan Fehr
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00:00:00Thank you for listening.
00:00:30All of these just this morning?
00:00:37And another delivery coming at noon.
00:00:41You know, retailers think this season is about shopping, but I am convinced people love to give.
00:00:45Okay, let's start by sorting out the dolls and trucks.
00:00:49Okay, we're going to need another room just for soccer balls.
00:00:52Well, Monica, as the song goes, Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year.
00:00:56Well, the second verse should say it's crazy.
00:00:58I woke up with a piece of scotch tape behind my ear.
00:01:01No, you did not.
00:01:02Yes, I did.
00:01:04You know, this must be what the North Pole feels like, but with no elves to help out.
00:01:08We have elves.
00:01:09Our elves are the volunteers who are going to wrap gifts with us at the festival today.
00:01:12Okay, okay.
00:01:13I'm just glad there's a month before you leave for Valdonia.
00:01:16Oh, I know.
00:01:17Don't worry, I would never leave you with all this work.
00:01:19100-year anniversary or not.
00:01:20Okay, I can hear the phone, but I do not see it.
00:01:31Vesta Park Foundation.
00:01:32Hi, is Lindsay there?
00:01:33This is she.
00:01:34We've run out of gifts at the hospital.
00:01:36Oh, I'm sorry to hear that.
00:01:37And we have the gift exchange this afternoon.
00:01:39You know what?
00:01:39Leave it to me.
00:01:40I can be there in 30 minutes.
00:01:42Okay, thanks.
00:01:43See you soon.
00:01:43Um, where are you going?
00:01:46The festival is this afternoon.
00:01:48New patients just arrived at the Children's Hospital and they're having a gift exchange today.
00:01:52So, you know me, I can't stand the idea of a child going without a Christmas gift.
00:01:58Well, we will pull down the fort.
00:02:01All right.
00:02:02Got enough?
00:02:02Mm-hmm.
00:02:03I'll be back soon.
00:02:04Okay, good luck.
00:02:08Between us girls, you just witnessed why that woman only has bows and wrapping paper in her life.
00:02:13I think we have twice as many gifts as last year.
00:02:38Oh, that's so wonderful.
00:02:40Okay, we're getting low on bows.
00:02:41I have some more in the van.
00:02:42I'll be right back.
00:02:42See the blazing hue before us.
00:02:47It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, isn't it, Your Highness?
00:02:51Willard, you need to rethink your retirement.
00:02:53I think you and Mr. Foundation work far too much.
00:02:56You could be right.
00:02:57I've decided to postpone my decision until after our 100th anniversary celebration.
00:03:04Much larger than I expected.
00:03:06Yes, sire.
00:03:06It's quite delightful, isn't it?
00:03:09I'm glad you decided to join me in seeing it this year.
00:03:13Remind me, the person who manages the New York branch is...
00:03:16Lindsay Peterson.
00:03:18Not only does she serve more children at Christmas than any other manager, this festival was her idea as a way to involve the entire city in the giving.
00:03:27It is something, isn't it?
00:03:31Perhaps we should split up to take it all in.
00:03:33Indeed.
00:03:34Uh, Willard.
00:03:36Yes.
00:03:37Remember, I'm just the Foundation representative today.
00:03:40Don't want to make people unnecessarily nervous.
00:03:42Yes, sire.
00:03:43It's your Foundation.
00:03:45Whatever you wish.
00:03:54Oh.
00:03:56Pardon me.
00:03:57No, I'm sorry.
00:03:58I wasn't looking.
00:04:00Let me out.
00:04:02Um, you know, I think I can gather them myself.
00:04:06Am I being more of a hindrance than a help?
00:04:08Well, I'm not normally one to discourage a volunteer, but in this case, um...
00:04:14Uh, I confess, I don't know much about Christmas boats.
00:04:17Oh, they are the perfect touch to a wrapped gift.
00:04:20Oh, come to think of it, I've never wrapped a gift.
00:04:23Never?
00:04:26What do you do at Christmas time?
00:04:28You just hand someone their gift in the shopping bag?
00:04:32Oh, well, I don't really shop, either.
00:04:35So you don't wrap?
00:04:37You don't shop?
00:04:38No.
00:04:39Not the giving type?
00:04:40Oh, I wouldn't say that exactly.
00:04:42You do know you're at the Festive Heart Foundation's festival, right?
00:04:45Where the whole point is kind of giving and wrapping.
00:04:49I am aware.
00:04:51Oh, well.
00:04:52Then you have come to the right place, because I think we can repair that Grinch heart of yours.
00:04:57You know, just come over to the table.
00:04:58I will personally teach you how to wrap a gift.
00:05:04Grinch heart?
00:05:04Mr. Harlow, we were hoping that we'd see you in New York this year.
00:05:18Merry Christmas.
00:05:20Lovely to see you again, Miss Peterson.
00:05:21Mr. Harlow?
00:05:22The Mr. Harlow?
00:05:24Monica, please let me introduce you to Mr. Willard Harlow, International Director for the Festive Heart Foundation.
00:05:30I'm sorry to come unannounced, but with all the planning for the Anniversary Gala in Baldonia, I wasn't sure I would make it.
00:05:37Oh, you've done very well, Miss Peterson.
00:05:40That represents the heart of the Foundation perfectly.
00:05:44Thank you so much.
00:05:45Your opinion means a lot to me.
00:05:47Now, if you allow, I think I'd like to wrap some toys.
00:05:49Nothing like it, to put one into the Christmas spirit.
00:05:52Sounds like a splendid idea.
00:05:54Allow me to introduce my colleague, Mr. Grinch heart.
00:06:02Mr. Grinch heart.
00:06:04Welcome, Mr. Hart.
00:06:08I'm so terribly sorry.
00:06:09I had no idea that you worked for the Foundation.
00:06:11I wouldn't worry.
00:06:13Santa's naughty list may not be completed yet.
00:06:17You said you would teach me.
00:06:20Shall we wrap some toys?
00:06:23Sure.
00:06:26Oh.
00:06:35That makes eight.
00:06:37How many are left?
00:06:38Too many, but you're really getting the hang of it.
00:06:40I must say, that was a stellar experience.
00:06:43Sometimes when I'm wrapping a toy, I remember I'm becoming a central character in a child's Christmas story.
00:06:50Ladies, the festival is magnificent, but we will leave and let you return to your work here.
00:06:55It was so great having you.
00:06:57Before flying back to Valdonia tomorrow, may I come by the office in the morning and speak with you?
00:07:01Of course.
00:07:01Thank you for all your hard work on behalf of the royal family.
00:07:09It was really wonderful having you.
00:07:16Okay.
00:07:17I know he works for the Foundation, but he must be an accountant or something.
00:07:20Those are some of the most haphazardly wrapped gifts I've ever seen.
00:07:24I know.
00:07:24Don't worry, I'll rewrap them tomorrow.
00:07:27Can't deny though.
00:07:28Here to count them.
00:07:29You know, don't you, Lindsay, that your branch to the Foundation serves more children than any other.
00:07:44Well, New York is a big place.
00:07:46Not as big as the world.
00:07:48The world?
00:07:49I know this is terribly last minute, but I am hoping you will come to Valdonia earlier than planned.
00:07:55Earlier?
00:07:55I've decided to invite several branch managers to assist me with the Anniversary Gala.
00:08:02Okay, well, how much earlier?
00:08:04The flight leaves in a week.
00:08:07Please come.
00:08:08I believe you have a lot to contribute to the future of the Foundation.
00:08:12Well, let's just...
00:08:13He'll be there.
00:08:15We should be getting to the airport.
00:08:17Miss Peterson.
00:08:18Lindsay.
00:08:20Lindsay.
00:08:21I can't seem to find the gifts I wrapped.
00:08:23I remember it was a distinct snowman wrapping paper.
00:08:26I, uh, haven't taken all of the gifts out of the van yet.
00:08:31Oh.
00:08:32That explains it.
00:08:34Thanks again, both of you.
00:08:37Perhaps I'll see you in Valdonia.
00:08:40Goodbye.
00:08:41And thanks again.
00:08:42I think that accountant likes you.
00:09:01Well, not anymore.
00:09:03You just saw his wrapping paper in the recycling bin.
00:09:05One week, you've got some shopping to do.
00:09:08Oh, how can I possibly go early?
00:09:10I...
00:09:10Okay.
00:09:25Okay, traffic is brutal, so we should leave a few minutes early to get to the airport.
00:09:29Is that all you're taking?
00:09:31Yeah, okay, so I left detailed instructions on your desk, and every single neighborhood
00:09:35has been labeled and alphabetized...
00:09:37Okay, dial it down, control freak.
00:09:40I've worked with you for three years.
00:09:41I think I can manage.
00:09:42Yes.
00:09:44Please tell me you at least packed a gown for the Christmas gala.
00:09:47No, I packed my red dress.
00:09:48Lindsay, this is the trip of a lifetime.
00:09:51Please don't make me inspect the contents of your suitcase.
00:09:54What?
00:09:54You're making a bigger deal than this is.
00:09:56Okay, what is this about?
00:10:02Is it your mom?
00:10:03How did she take the news that you won't be home for Christmas?
00:10:05Great.
00:10:06She told me to have a wonderful time, and then she booked an island getaway with her friends.
00:10:11Okay, obviously you need me to tell you what this is about.
00:10:15I heard you talking to that woman at the festival, saying that you just wrap gifts for a living.
00:10:20You always sell yourself short.
00:10:23You downplay your talent.
00:10:25So, now the foundation is giving you some recognition.
00:10:29You're doubting yourself.
00:10:30Monica, come on.
00:10:30These people are royalty.
00:10:32Mr. Harlow runs a global charity.
00:10:34I'm just some girl from Brooklyn.
00:10:35You do Brooklyn proud.
00:10:37You have one of the finest hearts I have ever known.
00:10:41And now you get to spend Christmas in a kingdom.
00:10:44Stop worrying.
00:10:46I'll make sure the kids get their gifts.
00:10:48Okay, thank you.
00:10:48Oh, and speaking of gifts, you know what I always say.
00:10:55One to keep and one to give.
00:10:56This is yours to give.
00:10:58I mean, it's just cookies, but I'm sure you'll find someone who could use the joy of gingerbread this Christmas.
00:11:02Okay.
00:11:04This is for you to give.
00:11:05Okay.
00:11:06No peeking.
00:11:07You'll know when you find the person that needs it.
00:11:09Okay.
00:11:11And this one is for you to keep.
00:11:15Merry Christmas, Monica.
00:11:25Of course.
00:11:26I love it.
00:11:27Okay.
00:11:28Now you.
00:11:31To keep.
00:11:39Have a royal adventure in Veldonia.
00:11:41Just don't come back all posh after spending Christmas with the blue bloods.
00:11:49Come on, Princess Lindsay.
00:11:51Don't want to miss your horse and carriage.
00:11:53Yes.
00:11:53Welcome to Veldonia, Miss Peter.
00:12:02Welcome to Veldonia, Miss Peter.
00:12:23Come on.
00:12:24Welcome to Veldonia.
00:12:25Welcome to Veldonia.
00:12:25Welcome to Veldonia, Miss Peter.
00:12:43The footman will show you to your room.
00:12:45Please join us for the reception in one hour.
00:13:13Well, if you're going to watch over me like this, I guess we might as well get to know each other.
00:13:39I'm Lindsay.
00:13:43Don't worry, it's just a trinket.
00:13:59I'll leave the real crown wearing to you.
00:14:05Hello.
00:14:19I'm Matilda Anand, Tilly, director of the Foundation's Mumbai branch.
00:14:23Hi, Lindsay Peterson.
00:14:25Lindsay Peterson of New York City?
00:14:27Yeah.
00:14:28Shane Kelly, Dublin.
00:14:31Nice meeting you, Lindsay.
00:14:33Consider yourself warned about Shane.
00:14:35Warned?
00:14:37Not all Irishmen are full of mischief, but this one is.
00:14:41Well, just think of where you'd be without the Irish, Lindsay.
00:14:43Have you heard, God rest ye merry gentlemen on a fiddle and a tin whistle?
00:14:47Can't say that I have.
00:14:49You don't know what you're missing.
00:14:51Now, admittedly, it's not that restful, but certainly is merry.
00:14:55See what I mean?
00:14:57It's part of my charm, Tilly dear.
00:14:59Well, it's nice to-
00:15:01Good afternoon.
00:15:03Welcome.
00:15:05I am pleased that the three of you have joined us before the gala.
00:15:09I'm sure you're wondering why you are here.
00:15:13It has been the great privilege of my life to serve the Foundation and the Royal Family.
00:15:20Since this is our 100th anniversary, I want it to be extra special.
00:15:26I am nearing retirement age, but you are young and full of innovative ideas.
00:15:34As a matter of fact, you are the most successful branch managers the Foundation employs.
00:15:40It struck me several weeks ago, an anniversary celebration should not just remember the past,
00:15:47but it should look to the future as well.
00:15:51In the kingdom of Veldonia, we embrace centuries-old traditions, which is a wonderful thing.
00:16:00But some new ideas may prove helpful for the next 100 years.
00:16:06What do you say?
00:16:08I think you may just be the key to giving the Royal Family and Parliament some new vision.
00:16:16Perhaps we can unearth a roadmap to the future as we celebrate the past.
00:16:21We'd be honored, sir.
00:16:22Now, I must ask you to form a line just there, so that the Royal Family can greet you.
00:16:31It is my great honor to introduce your hosts, Her Majesty, Queen Raina, and Her Son, His Royal Highness, Prince Aidan.
00:16:44Thank you all for accepting the invitation to visit the palace.
00:16:54In less than a week, this very room will be full of guests for the holiday gala.
00:16:59Mr. Shane Kelly, we're very pleased to meet you.
00:17:05Oh, wow.
00:17:06Welcome to the palace.
00:17:08Welcome to Veldonia.
00:17:10Thank you, Your Majesty.
00:17:11Lindsay Peterson.
00:17:12From New York.
00:17:13I understand you've met my son?
00:17:16Yes.
00:17:17Briefly.
00:17:18You've heard of King Richard the Lion-Hearted, Mother.
00:17:23Of course.
00:17:24And Prince Aidan the Grinch-Hearted.
00:17:27I'm afraid I don't understand.
00:17:30Lindsay did me a service.
00:17:32She taught me how to wrap a Christmas gift.
00:17:34Oh, the Prince was most helpful, Your Majesty.
00:17:37He wrapped several gifts at the festival.
00:17:39Eight.
00:17:41But alas, I believe the toys found themselves mysteriously unwrapped.
00:17:50Delighted to have you, Lindsay.
00:17:51Yes, Your Majesty.
00:17:57Oh, Your Highness.
00:17:59Lindsay, no need to be so formal.
00:18:02I think there is.
00:18:03I...
00:18:04You're not an accountant anymore.
00:18:06I see.
00:18:08Uh...
00:18:09Very well, Miss Peterson.
00:18:12Welcome to the kingdom.
00:18:17Please.
00:18:27Wow, this kingdom is even more charming than I imagined.
00:18:30Yes.
00:18:31For hundreds of years, we have preserved our way of life.
00:18:34That is why I have brought you on this outing today.
00:18:37A history lesson?
00:18:39Precisely.
00:18:40Before we discuss the future of the Foundation, I'm going to teach you about its past.
00:18:45Starting with the Village Bakery.
00:18:47Hmm.
00:18:48Seems an odd place to start.
00:18:50Does it?
00:18:51Willard, my friend.
00:18:52It's a Tuesday.
00:18:53Do tell me.
00:18:54Traditional French croissant with spiced cranberry jam and clotted Christmas cream.
00:19:08Wonderful.
00:19:09We'll have four with tea, please.
00:19:11And where is your regular Tuesday companion?
00:19:13When I tell him what he's missed, he will be terribly envious.
00:19:16But today, we are on official Foundation business.
00:19:20Do you mind if I show them?
00:19:22Be my guest.
00:19:23Please, come this way.
00:19:24This is the very first Festive Heart Foundation Christmas gift.
00:19:31Are you daring to have a Tuesday without me, Willard?
00:19:36Croissants, Your Highness, with Christmas cream.
00:19:39I'll prepare one for you, Your Highness.
00:19:42I'm closing the shop.
00:19:43Sit in peace a moment.
00:19:48See, you brought them back to the very beginning.
00:19:50I thought it wise, sire.
00:19:54That is my great-great-aunt Helena, who was the royal baker's daughter.
00:19:58Really?
00:20:00Apparently having a sweet tooth runs in the family because my great-great-uncle, Prince Clovis, frequented this very bakery.
00:20:06And it's where Helena caught his eye.
00:20:08And his taste buds.
00:20:11Uncle Clovis was the eldest, which made him first in line to be king.
00:20:14But he meant a commoner with a beautiful heart.
00:20:18Helena was wrapping gifts for children in need as early as 1919, right here in this bakery.
00:20:25Her beautiful heart was worth more than a throne to Uncle Clovis.
00:20:29So, my great-great-grandfather, Clovis's younger brother, Humphrey, became king, and Clovis was free to marry Helena.
00:20:37And their love started the festive heart foundation in 1921, which turned into a global effort and is 100 years old this Christmas.
00:20:48Humphrey gave us prosperity. Clovis taught us to give.
00:20:51And they both lived happily ever after.
00:20:55Indeed. But Clovis enjoyed far better pastries.
00:21:00Croissant for everyone.
00:21:02Ah, please.
00:21:04Miss Peterson.
00:21:05Lindsay, please, your highness.
00:21:07Lindsay, I wanted to ask you to forgive me for deceiving you in New York. I meant well.
00:21:12Honestly, it was a bit of a relief to find out you were the prince. I couldn't for the life of me figure out why an accountant had never wrapped a Christmas gift.
00:21:21Shall we call it even, then?
00:21:23I deceived you, but you labeled me Grinch-hearted, which I admit was refreshing.
00:21:29Everyone is usually so careful with their words around me since my father died.
00:21:34Well, I deceived you, too.
00:21:37I rewrapped your gifts from the festival.
00:21:40I knew it. The truth comes out.
00:21:43I couldn't help it, okay? Somebody had to protect the reputation of Christmas.
00:21:46No, honestly, sire, you and your family and the foundation already do so. Admirately.
00:21:56It is quite a story, isn't it?
00:21:59Helena and Clovis.
00:22:01Yes. The would-be king and the commoner.
00:22:04Yes.
00:22:06Croissant.
00:22:10Yes.
00:22:16You heard him. He said retirement.
00:22:19He said nearing retirement age. That doesn't mean Willard is retiring.
00:22:24Well, what better way than to go out with a splashy Christmas gala?
00:22:28And what of your right?
00:22:30Then I want the international director position. I'd be perfect.
00:22:33Who do you now?
00:22:34Well, what if he brought the three of us here to test us? To see who's better suited?
00:22:40Well, if you are right, and I don't think you are, I'd be interested in the position as well.
00:22:45Well, may the best man win.
00:22:49Or woman.
00:22:52What about you, Lindsay?
00:22:54Should I consider you a competitor?
00:22:56Hello? Earth to Lindsay?
00:22:57I'm so sorry. Were you speaking to me?
00:22:58Well, what have you got there that has your rapt attention?
00:22:59I was just working on an idea for the gala.
00:23:00Go on. Let's hear it.
00:23:01Okay, well, when Willard was talking to us about the future of the Foundation, I sensed that the royal family in Parliament might need some convincing.
00:23:07Well, blue bloods have been always stuck in their tradition. There's no doubt about that.
00:23:08Yeah, but when the prince was at the bakery, he was so heartfelt. You know, he's telling a story, and I think that a story is the best way to convince someone.
00:23:19Go on.
00:23:21What if we told the story of the foundation at the gala, using a series of gifts? Each gift box would contain a piece of the 100th year anniversary story, and then they could be unwrapped at different points during the gala, perhaps by the queen or the prince.
00:23:36And this gift?
00:23:37Oh, that's the last gift. So, the last gift would then reveal the future of the foundation. And if the royal family reveals the future of the foundation in front of their subjects, then surely people would agree.
00:24:02Well, what's this grand future that you're referring to?
00:24:05I haven't gotten that far yet.
00:24:08Ladies, Jane, these are the plans for the gala thus far. Now, the orchestra will be positioned here. Platform here, dance floor, and this is our pastries table.
00:24:23Looks lovely.
00:24:24I've left this space blank. I was thinking of preparing a presentation of sorts to commemorate the foundation.
00:24:31I think that we should tell a story. Using gifts. And the last gift should reveal the future. Imagine if the queen or the prince opened all the gifts in front of the guests. A member of parliament would surely be convinced.
00:24:46That is a fine idea, Shane. Very good work. Tilly, Lindsay, how do you feel about Shane's idea?
00:24:53Yeah, very fine indeed.
00:24:55Excellent. I will speak to Prince Aidan. I think he should be the one to open each gift at the gala as the future king.
00:25:01Boss, it will be difficult for him to work closely with us this week. He needs to prepare for the arrival of the princess.
00:25:10Who?
00:25:11Prince Aidan was told just yesterday that he's been matched with Princess Dahlia of Marquesa.
00:25:16Matched as in to marry?
00:25:19Well, it's still the ways in royal families to strengthen kingdoms through marriage, even in this modern age.
00:25:25Wow. I can't imagine.
00:25:26The princess will arrive just before Christmas to meet the prince and to attend the gala.
00:25:32I'm quite fond of Aidan. I do hope it works out.
00:25:35Yes.
00:25:36So, as we're planning, let's just say we shouldn't be surprised if our gala includes an engagement.
00:25:43This is exciting.
00:25:55Oh, I know. There's nothing that invites the holiday spirit more than a Christmas tree lighting.
00:26:00In Mumbai, as part of our Christmas tradition, after lighting our Christmas trees, we eat a slice of plum cake.
00:26:06Oh, that sounds so wonderful.
00:26:08Merry Christmas, Veldonia.
00:26:11It is my great honor to announce the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Aidan.
00:26:20Good evening.
00:26:21It is lovely to be here celebrating the kingdom Christmas tradition with you.
00:26:27Before we count down and light our magnificent tree, I would like to thank you all.
00:26:33It has always been our heartfelt wish that every child receive a gift under the tree.
00:26:40And it is with great excitement that we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Festive Heart Foundation this Christmas.
00:26:48As we count down and light our tree, let us be mindful that our light shines beyond Veldonia to countless numbers of children across the globe.
00:27:03Now shall we?
00:27:06Five, four, three, two, one.
00:27:12Perhaps the Christmas elves didn't hear us.
00:27:24Shall we try again?
00:27:26Louder this time.
00:27:28All right?
00:27:30Here we go.
00:27:31Five, four, three, two, one!
00:27:37A little winter gardening, Miss Peterson.
00:27:53Oh, hello, Your Highness.
00:27:55Why do you insist on formality?
00:27:59I'd much prefer if you'd call me Aidan.
00:28:01I...
00:28:03I...
00:28:04I can't do it.
00:28:05I'm so sorry, but you're going to be keen one day.
00:28:08Right.
00:28:09Very well.
00:28:10Well, thank you for your quick thinking.
00:28:13Oh.
00:28:15Oh.
00:28:16You, um...
00:28:20May I?
00:28:23A stowaway.
00:28:29You single-handedly saved the kingdom Christmas tree lighting.
00:28:33Oh.
00:28:34Well, of course I had to do something.
00:28:36You were such a...
00:28:38Um...
00:28:39What's the opposite of a damsel in distress?
00:28:43Prince in peril.
00:28:44Mmm.
00:28:45Consider yourself rescued.
00:28:47Oh, thank you.
00:28:48Sir.
00:28:50There you are.
00:28:51Wonderful ceremony.
00:28:52Thank you, Willard.
00:28:53Uh, but don't give me too much credit.
00:28:56I had a night in shining armor.
00:29:16Oh.
00:29:17Your Highness.
00:29:18Good morning, Lindsay.
00:29:19May I have a word?
00:29:20Certainly.
00:29:21Willard has asked me to join the gala planning today.
00:29:23He says Shane has come up with a tremendous idea.
00:29:24Yes.
00:29:25That Shane is quite inventive.
00:29:26I was wondering if you would help me with something else.
00:29:27Of course.
00:29:28As you know, I've never had occasion to shop for gifts.
00:29:29So, uh, it seems I'm in need of your expertise.
00:29:30I need to find and purchase a Christmas gift.
00:29:31For Princess Dahlia.
00:29:32Oh, yeah.
00:29:33Oh, yeah.
00:29:34Oh, yeah.
00:29:35Oh, yeah.
00:29:36Oh, yeah.
00:29:37Oh, yeah.
00:29:38Oh, yeah.
00:29:39Oh, yeah.
00:29:40Oh, yeah.
00:29:41Oh, yeah.
00:29:42Oh, yeah.
00:29:43Oh, yeah.
00:29:44Oh, yeah.
00:29:45Oh, yeah.
00:29:46Oh, yeah.
00:29:47Oh, yeah.
00:29:48Oh, yeah.
00:29:49For Princess Dahlia.
00:29:53Uh, you know about Dahlia.
00:29:55Congratulations.
00:29:56Yes.
00:29:57Uh, thank you.
00:29:58But I'm in quite a double predicament.
00:30:00I've never purchased a Christmas gift and I've never met the recipient.
00:30:04Oh.
00:30:05I thought of having my staff do it.
00:30:07No, no.
00:30:08You should definitely choose this one yourself.
00:30:10Right.
00:30:11I'd be honored to help you.
00:30:13You would.
00:30:15Of course.
00:30:16Okay.
00:30:17Well, um, even though you've never met her, you must know something about her.
00:30:22I Googled her.
00:30:23I Googled her.
00:30:24Okay.
00:30:25Well, that's a start.
00:30:26And what did you learn?
00:30:27Good morning, Mother.
00:30:28Aiden?
00:30:29Miss Peterson.
00:30:30Your Majesty.
00:30:31Oh, the kingdom owes Lindsay a debt of gratitude.
00:30:33She rescued the tree lighting last evening.
00:30:35Is that so?
00:30:37You'll excuse me, Your Majesty.
00:30:50Princess Dahlia will be arriving soon.
00:30:53I hope you are prepared.
00:30:55How exactly does one prepare for marrying a stranger, Mother?
00:31:00Good morning.
00:31:02You've already explained about the gifts.
00:31:20We need more details about the plan.
00:31:23Yes, Shane.
00:31:24Please give us the details of your plan.
00:31:27Well, it was just the start of an idea, really.
00:31:31Maybe Lindsay has more to add.
00:31:36I can't think of a single thing, Shane.
00:31:40I'm just kidding.
00:31:42I have an idea or two.
00:31:44Ah, okay.
00:31:45What if we started with six oversized gift boxes,
00:31:48and each one were to represent 20 years of the Foundation's history?
00:31:52Oh, oh, oh.
00:31:53Please.
00:31:54Sit down.
00:31:55Go on.
00:31:58Well, Your Highness, I was thinking you could tell the story of the Foundation's history as you opened the first five gift boxes.
00:32:07Now, the first gift box would contain a picture of your Aunt Helena.
00:32:10Of course, we would have it enlarged so that the audience could see it clearly.
00:32:13And the sixth gift box, the final gift box, would represent the next 20 years, or the future of the Foundation.
00:32:22I love it.
00:32:23What of the future, Miss Peterson?
00:32:25We have long-standing traditions here in Valdonia, as you know it changes in proposing.
00:32:31Well, I do have a thought, but it's an awfully big idea.
00:32:35Well, after seeing your festival in New York, I would say you specialize in big ideas.
00:32:40Let's hear it.
00:32:42Okay.
00:32:43What if there was a way to make the world a more giving place?
00:32:49You have a plan to make the whole world more giving.
00:32:52Well...
00:32:53Maybe you should work for the United Nations.
00:32:57Go on, Lindsay.
00:33:02No, Sheen's probably right. It's probably not plausible, but I'm sure we can come up with some other wonderful ideas for the next 20 years.
00:33:09I like the effort, though, Lindsay.
00:33:12Let's spend the day deciding what the first five boxes will contain, and then we'll tackle the serious thing.
00:33:19Okay.
00:33:26Shane is in charge of constructing the oversized gift boxes.
00:33:29Yes.
00:33:30Tilly, with your expert graphic design skills, you will professionally format the contents of each box.
00:33:35My pleasure.
00:33:36Sir, we need two things from you. First, ask Her Majesty what she remembers.
00:33:40Was there something special that prompted Helena to give the first gift?
00:33:43My mother knows our family history as if it happened yesterday.
00:33:46Excellent. And you'll need to prepare what to say at the gala.
00:33:49Lindsay and I can work on that.
00:33:51That makes sense, because, Lindsay, you are in charge of the contents of the elusive box number six.
00:33:57We're counting on you.
00:34:00I think we need a break. Dinner is in two hours.
00:34:03If it's all the same to you, I'll stay and organize our ideas into a team task list we can all follow.
00:34:09Thank you, Tilly.
00:34:10Wait. I'll get you some fresh air.
00:34:12I'm going for a pint.
00:34:14Summertime, these beds are filled with fragrant blooms.
00:34:21You know, there's something magical, though, about the snow covering everything.
00:34:24My father loved this garden. He used to take me here off to a snowfall.
00:34:29No doubt you've seen the snowmen throughout the palace.
00:34:30Mm-hmm.
00:34:31My father had great wits. He would fashion people he knew out of snow.
00:34:32Really?
00:34:33Mm-hmm.
00:34:34Custom snowmen.
00:34:35Precisely.
00:34:36Huh.
00:34:37Sounds like he must have been a lot of fun.
00:34:38Despite the demands of ruling the kingdom, he was a wonderful father.
00:34:43Well, he just knew what was truly important.
00:34:44He did.
00:34:45Hmm.
00:34:46Mm-hmm.
00:34:47That's hard for me sometimes.
00:34:48I don't know.
00:34:49I don't know.
00:34:50I don't know.
00:34:51I don't know.
00:34:52I don't know.
00:34:53No doubt you've seen the snowmen throughout the palace.
00:34:54Mm-hmm.
00:34:55The father had great wits. He would fashion people he knew out of snow.
00:34:56Really?
00:34:57Mm-hmm.
00:34:58Custom snowmen.
00:34:59Precisely.
00:35:00Huh.
00:35:01Sounds like he must have been a lot of fun.
00:35:02Despite the demands of ruling the kingdom, he was a wonderful father.
00:35:05Well, he just knew what was truly important.
00:35:08He did.
00:35:09Hmm.
00:35:10Mm-hmm.
00:35:11That's hard for me sometimes.
00:35:14I don't know.
00:35:15My friend Monica, she always says the only thing I have in my life is bows and gift wraps,
00:35:21but I actually think those are really important things to children at Christmas time.
00:35:25I suspect I wouldn't fare well under Monica's scrutiny either.
00:35:29Well, I guess everyone needs a friend who tells them the truth.
00:35:32Like someone who dares to say you're hopeless at wrapping gifts, your highness?
00:35:37Yes, actually.
00:35:38Yeah, someone exactly like that.
00:35:40Actually.
00:35:41Yeah.
00:35:42Well, I said I wanted to get some fresh air.
00:35:47You want to customize the snowman?
00:35:49Let's make Willard.
00:35:52Yes.
00:35:53Yes.
00:35:54But it won't be complete without spectacles, so what would work?
00:35:58Um.
00:35:59Okay.
00:36:00Uh.
00:36:01One moment.
00:36:02No peeking.
00:36:03I got it.
00:36:04That's perfect.
00:36:05Oh yes.
00:36:06I would say that that, um, that's the likeness of the Willard we all know in love, wouldn't
00:36:12you say?
00:36:13It's perfect.
00:36:14I haven't done this in a long time.
00:36:15Not since my father died.
00:36:17Well, hopefully it brought back happy memories with your dad.
00:36:18Carefree days.
00:36:19Yes.
00:36:20Yes.
00:36:21Uh.
00:36:22Uh.
00:36:23Uh.
00:36:24We should head back.
00:36:25Uh.
00:36:26Yes.
00:36:27Right.
00:36:28know in love wouldn't you say it's perfect
00:36:31i haven't done this in a long time not since my father died thank you well hopefully it brought
00:36:41back happy memories with your dad carefree days yes uh we should head back yes right goodbye willard
00:36:58you are a puzzle lindsey peterson such definite thoughts on fashioning spectacles but reluctant
00:37:08to share other ideas i don't know what you mean you have an idea about that sixth gift i know you do
00:37:14well who dares to think they could actually change the whole world
00:37:19fairly certain that's how all the best ideas start daring to think
00:37:25speaking of ideas i have a present idea for princess dahlia
00:37:30are you changing the subject well i read that she was the patroness of a rescue animal charity
00:37:38so maybe you could get her a shelter dog you know i mean furry companion would really help comfort her
00:37:45as she's moving into a new place you are good at this aren't you
00:37:49i just uh just what
00:37:55i'm going to marry this woman i wish i knew more about her
00:38:00oh well she's beautiful that she is
00:38:06i'll tell you what she's gonna arrive the day of the gala right okay so that gives us four more days
00:38:15we could do a lot more research and we will come up with the perfect gift and then maybe after the
00:38:20gala maybe on christmas eve you could present it to her but if you're not going with the dog idea i have
00:38:25to insist that i wrap the gift me not you okay first impressions are critical prince aiden
00:38:29you called me aiden i called you prince aiden
00:38:35it's a start
00:38:37now tell me your idea
00:38:41well it's it's not an idea i have to show you i assume this giant place has a kitchen right
00:38:48your world changing idea begins in a kitchen
00:38:50you just might now i must know i'm dining with my mother later this evening after
00:38:57oh i didn't need to ask who is the woman in my room the portrait above my fireplace
00:39:04you are in lilibeth's room remember when i mentioned king humphrey who assumed the throne
00:39:08in clevis's stead that was his queen from
00:39:11hmm come to think of it i don't remember what kingdom lilibeth was from
00:39:15well i'm just happy to know her name thanks our conversation's less awkward
00:39:19i suspect she's a great listener
00:39:21oh the best
00:39:22and each gift tells the history of the foundation
00:39:30what a nice idea and well thought out i should say
00:39:34yes but we do need your help i know you've told me the story of helen and clovis many times
00:39:40yes wonderful people
00:39:41and the festive heart foundation is such a integral part of who we are here in valdonia
00:39:46and i know it originated with helena
00:39:49i would like to tell her story properly
00:39:52so i need you to fill in the details
00:39:55what would you like to know
00:39:57do you happen to know what prompted helena to give the first gift
00:40:01the one that started the whole idea of the foundation
00:40:05sorry
00:40:06i just can't help thinking that it must have been
00:40:10something or someone who helena was concerned about
00:40:15how would i know something like that it's such a long time ago
00:40:20mother you know our family history with great detail
00:40:24you must know something about helena's motivation
00:40:28i'm sorry aiden i've already told you everything i know about all that
00:40:33but mother
00:40:34i'm rather tired
00:40:36i'll see you in the morning
00:40:38good night
00:40:39good night mother
00:40:44lindsey
00:40:59lindsey peterson
00:41:02lindsey peterson of new york
00:41:07the woman full of silly ideas
00:41:08i heard that
00:41:09here you go
00:41:11when people ask how this world changing idea began
00:41:18can we leave out the pot where the prince wore christmas kittens
00:41:22will you please pass me that bowl sire
00:41:24no
00:41:25not until you call me by my name
00:41:29let's hear it
00:41:33could you please pass me that bowl
00:41:37aiden
00:41:38i'll hand you two
00:41:40okay
00:41:43and now you i will need you to measure out four cups of flour
00:41:47uh what are we making no let me guess we are changing the world with pineapple upside down cake
00:41:54and i pull upside down cake
00:41:56we are making cookies
00:41:59i see
00:42:01well no actually i don't
00:42:04okay
00:42:05well now it's your turn to hear a story
00:42:07my great grandmother
00:42:08my great grandmother's name was dora
00:42:09my great grandmother's name was dora
00:42:10but i called her gg
00:42:11and she lived in the same apartment in brooklyn her entire life
00:42:14in a community where people looked out for each other
00:42:18when i was little i would go over to her house and we would bake cookies
00:42:24well believe it or not that's not even the best part
00:42:27well i don't know if i believe you cookies are pretty great
00:42:31she would take such care with the cookies decorating each one extravagantly
00:42:38we never ate a single one
00:42:39oh that's impossible
00:42:40we would put them in little boxes and then we would give two boxes to each neighbor
00:42:46each neighbor
00:42:47my two boxes
00:42:49okay so here's where my big silly idea comes in
00:42:54she always taught me
00:42:56you give two gifts to people lindsay
00:42:59one for them to keep
00:43:01and one for them to give
00:43:03i still do it to this day
00:43:04i mean i every time i give somebody a gift i either include cookies or a small token and
00:43:10you do
00:43:12gg believed that if given the chance
00:43:16people would learn that they love giving more than receiving
00:43:20i think i see where you're going with this
00:43:25aiden the foundation could honor tradition by giving christmas toys to each child
00:43:30but what if in the future we give each child a gift to give as well
00:43:37i mean children who have been given so little
00:43:40they would experience the pure joy of christmas giving and
00:43:44by nurturing that innate desire in them to give you know
00:43:47maybe
00:43:48maybe they would grow up to be like
00:43:52be like you
00:43:55grow up to
00:43:56have a beautiful heart
00:43:58like you
00:44:03maybe uh
00:44:04you could give a box of cookies to princess dahlia
00:44:06when you give her her gift
00:44:08yes
00:44:10um
00:44:12yes
00:44:13that's a
00:44:14lovely idea
00:44:15um
00:44:17next we do brown sugar
00:44:19great
00:44:20great
00:44:22great
00:44:23great
00:44:27um
00:44:34don't give me that look lilabeth
00:44:37you're only making cookies
00:44:39cookies. You're right. Tomorrow I need to stay far, far away from your great-great-grandson.
00:45:01So, we go into each shop, we pick up the toys they've collected, and then we just get out of
00:45:05there. You say thank you, and recognize the time and effort it took to make the donation.
00:45:12Of course. That too. Once you have collected each toy, join the volunteers at the Village
00:45:18Community Center to wrap them. And it is not a race, Mr. Kelly. Questions? Off you go.
00:45:27I will join you in the Village later. Your Majesty. I know what you're up to. Up to? Have you found
00:45:41your replacement yet? More assessment needed. Today should be revealing. No one is forcing
00:45:49you to retire, Willard. As far as I'm concerned, you can stay on indefinitely. That's very kind,
00:45:56your majesty. Merry Christmas. Oh, I love how every single merchant has donated to the cause. Some
00:46:12of them are even wrapping gifts. It's so inspiring. Isn't it? Yes. Incoming! You two better break up the
00:46:19path. I'm four shops ahead of you. What's gotten into him? Shane's got it in his head that Mr. Harlow
00:46:25is retiring. What? Willard never said that. That's what I told Shane, but he's got this crazy idea that
00:46:31Willard brought us here to see how we operate. To see who would be best suited to replace him.
00:46:37That's why he was borrowing my ideas and acting so strange. Who knows. Shane could be this strange all the time.
00:46:46By the way, thank you so much for making the team task list. I believe it helps when we all have clear
00:46:51objectives. Speaking of that, we have plenty more gifts to collect. We should get moving. We have all
00:46:56the wrapping to do still. We'll take these and put them under the tree.
00:47:21Oh, splendid. Absolutely splendid. Do you know where Miss Peterson is?
00:47:39I'm not sure. She was here a minute ago.
00:47:42Sire, we seem to have lost Miss Peterson.
00:47:46Lost? No one seems to know where she is.
00:47:51Stay here. I think I know.
00:47:54On the very day of Christmas, my true love gave to me.
00:47:58Three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a bear tree.
00:48:04On the fourth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me.
00:48:08Four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a bear tree.
00:48:14That's wonderful. Okay, what's your next favorite Christmas song?
00:48:19That's beautiful.
00:48:20Close your eyes, your highness. This is a surprise for you.
00:48:24Aiden, um, your highness. What are you doing here?
00:48:28Willard was afraid that he had lost one of our guests.
00:48:31Oh. Well, you can't be in here.
00:48:33Yeah, you can't be in here.
00:48:35You ladies are aware that you're speaking to the future king.
00:48:38Well, do you think we should show him, Penny?
00:48:41Yes.
00:48:41Okay.
00:48:43These are for your Christmas, your highness. Two snowmen. I heard you like them.
00:48:47They are simply wonderful. Thank you, Penny.
00:48:50Merry Christmas, Prince Aiden.
00:48:53You know, Penny is going to meet her new family tomorrow, just in time for Christmas.
00:48:59Is that so?
00:49:00My new name will be Penelope Gale Willis. Isn't that a lovely name?
00:49:04One of the loveliest I have ever heard.
00:49:11I have an idea. How would you feel if I lingered for a moment with you and Lindsay
00:49:17and I made an ornament for you to take to your new home for the Willis family Christmas tree?
00:49:22Yes.
00:49:24Well, there's your seat, highness, and your pom-poms and pipe cleaners await.
00:49:28Okay.
00:49:30What about black pom-poms?
00:49:34Yes.
00:49:35Okay.
00:49:36Jingle out, jingle out, jingle all the way.
00:49:39Oh, what fun it is to ride.
00:49:41One more so busy place.
00:49:42Hey!
00:49:44I think I'm finally finished.
00:49:45Can I see?
00:49:49I love her. What's her name?
00:49:52Why? Angel Penelope Willis, of course.
00:49:55Thank you, Prince Aiden.
00:49:57Merry Christmas, Penny.
00:49:59Merry Christmas to you, too.
00:50:14You must have told her.
00:50:16No, I promise you I didn't say a word.
00:50:18This is a snowman with eyeglasses like the one we made.
00:50:21Well, maybe they're ski goggles.
00:50:23No, this is Frosty the Willard.
00:50:25You know it.
00:50:29Penny may have trouble sleeping tonight, excited for tomorrow.
00:50:31Oh, I know.
00:50:33You know, I didn't think there could possibly be a morning more exciting than Christmas, but
00:50:38perhaps it does have some competition.
00:50:41You were wonderful with her tonight.
00:50:42I can see why you're good at your work.
00:50:46Something funny.
00:50:47No, I just my friend Monica.
00:50:50She says I sell myself short.
00:50:53But I mean, honestly, come on.
00:50:54How hard could it be to want a child to experience Christmas joy?
00:50:59What about the rest of your life in New York?
00:51:02Well, now I really feel like you have been talking to Monica.
00:51:04She would tell you I don't have a life.
00:51:07No beau, no someone special.
00:51:10Nope.
00:51:14Willard is considering retiring.
00:51:17Shane was right.
00:51:18Shane.
00:51:20Oh, he suspects that Willard brought us here to Veldonia in order to find his replacement.
00:51:25Perhaps.
00:51:28Would you consider the job?
00:51:30No.
00:51:31It's just my job in New York.
00:51:33It's already big enough.
00:51:34All right.
00:51:35I won't ask again.
00:51:37I was simply thinking that someone like you would be perfect as the face of the foundation.
00:51:42That's just it.
00:51:43I'm not equipped to be the face of anything.
00:51:45Well, I'm the face of an entire country.
00:51:48Believe me, I don't always feel equipped.
00:51:51If you've never won a crown, you don't know how heavy it is.
00:51:54But, Lindsay.
00:51:57I suspect your heart might be contagious.
00:52:01Think of how you can multiply your work beyond New York.
00:52:04Multiply.
00:52:06Spoken like a true accountant.
00:52:10It has crossed my mind these days.
00:52:16Look.
00:52:20It's beautiful.
00:52:25Oh, the snowmen.
00:52:26They'll get wet.
00:52:27Oh.
00:52:28Here you go.
00:52:30Uh, yours now.
00:52:35I'll keep it right here, near my heart for safekeeping.
00:52:38I, um, Aiden, we should get back to the castle.
00:52:45Um, you have a lot to prepare for this week.
00:52:48Oh, uh, well, thank you, your highness, for finding me and, uh, escorting me back.
00:53:03It was my pleasure, Miss Peterson.
00:53:06And who knows, perhaps I'll run into you tomorrow, completely by accident.
00:53:12I can only hope.
00:53:16Good night.
00:53:16Good night, Lindsay.
00:53:29Good night.
00:53:46You're a handsome fellow.
00:53:50Good morning, Willard.
00:54:01It's a beautiful day, your majesty.
00:54:04Was Aiden walking with you?
00:54:06I haven't seen him this morning.
00:54:07Neither have I, but I expect to.
00:54:09We still have quite a bit to plan for the gala.
00:54:11When you do, send him to me immediately.
00:54:15You understand why, don't you, Willard?
00:54:19Yes, your majesty.
00:54:21I spoke to the king of Marquesa this morning.
00:54:24No need for Aiden and Dahlia to wait any longer.
00:54:28I've invited her to come tonight.
00:54:31Tonight?
00:54:32Best to get this royal romance started, don't you think, Willard?
00:54:36Yes, of course.
00:54:39Dahlia will be accompanied by her trusted bodyguard, a certain Philippe, I believe the king said.
00:54:45How can I help?
00:54:47Please, let Aiden know the princess is arriving earlier than expected.
00:54:55Certainly.
00:55:01If Shane makes gift number six oversized, then when Prince Aiden opens it up,
00:55:11it will reveal smaller gifts inside.
00:55:13And we would give two boxes to each guest.
00:55:16One for them to keep, and one for them to give.
00:55:19Oh, I get it.
00:55:21So, if the foundation starts with children around the globe...
00:55:25We changed the world.
00:55:28Well, that's the dream, isn't it?
00:55:29I mean, why else do what we do?
00:55:31I love it.
00:55:34You do?
00:55:34Love it.
00:55:35It's a beautiful idea, Lindsay.
00:55:38I'll design small gift boxes.
00:55:40How do you feel about putting the words,
00:55:42one to keep, one to give on them?
00:55:44The only problem is, do we have enough time?
00:55:46We'll need 500 cookies for the gala.
00:55:49Oh, well, I intend to speak to the royal chef.
00:55:51I mean, but after I've seen her aprons, oh, I know that she has an affection for Christmas.
00:55:56His?
00:55:57Excuse me?
00:55:59The royal chef is a rather large man.
00:56:01Has anyone seen Prince Aidan today?
00:56:03Oh, well, I'll have to find him then.
00:56:05Lindsay, it's best if we talk to chef right away.
00:56:07Oh.
00:56:11Lindsay's going to get the job.
00:56:14Get back to work.
00:56:15There is no job except working on this gala.
00:56:18I thought the prince was joining us this morning.
00:56:30Oh, I haven't seen him today.
00:56:34Lindsay, you and the prince.
00:56:36I am helping him choose a gift for Princess Talia.
00:56:39I see.
00:56:40Are you quite sure?
00:56:48Sometimes matters of the heart can be complicated.
00:56:53Not as complicated as matters of parliament and centuries of tradition.
00:56:57I suppose you're right.
00:57:00I'll be all right, Willard.
00:57:02Besides, we have some world changing to do.
00:57:06Get your coat.
00:57:06We're going to start right now.
00:57:08Start.
00:57:08I have friends in parliament.
00:57:10Get ready to share your big idea.
00:57:13I have been trying to figure out what prompted Helena to give the first festive heart gift.
00:57:31Perhaps someone in your family knows.
00:57:33Your Highness, I...
00:57:38It's curious.
00:57:39Every time I ask that question, people seem to grow evasive.
00:57:42I don't want to spread false rumors, sire.
00:57:46What rumors are those?
00:57:48For years, there's been a story in my family, but we have never repeated it, sire, I assure you.
00:57:53It is safe with me.
00:57:57My great-great-grandmother, Helena's mother, always insisted that Helena gave the first gift to a friend
00:58:05from the children's home next door.
00:58:06Oh.
00:58:07Helena knew an orphan girl and wanted to give her a gift.
00:58:11It makes perfect sense.
00:58:13Yes, but my great-great-grandmother insisted that Helena's friend was named Lilibeth.
00:58:23But my family always suspected that she was confused due to her advanced years.
00:58:26But she vowed until the day she died that Helena's friend became the queen.
00:58:33Queen Lilibeth?
00:58:36But a member of the Vildonian royal family cannot marry a commoner and still assume the throne.
00:58:42That's why Clovis abdicated to Humphrey.
00:58:44And why my family has never spoken of it.
00:58:48Certainly, our matriarch was mistaken all those years ago.
00:58:54Right.
00:58:55So well done, Lindsay.
00:59:03What do you think?
00:59:05Members of Parliament seem so, so stone-faced.
00:59:08That's their impressed look.
00:59:10When you said one to keep and one to give, I saw the Secretary of Defense twitch with excitement.
00:59:16All right.
00:59:24Well done.
00:59:25We put the Secretary of Defense away.
00:59:27I'm glad you came over there.
00:59:29It'll come over there!
00:59:30This is the superintendent's right there.
00:59:30It's a man that I'm standing here.
00:59:31I'm really glad.
00:59:32I'm Rachel and I do your best.
00:59:33And I think it's my best friend to put your consortium in the hand.
00:59:35Oh, sure.
00:59:36Okay.
00:59:37What do you think?
00:59:38Oh, my God.
00:59:40Oh.
00:59:40This is so beautiful.
00:59:42You're so beautiful.
00:59:42Almost one for your sister.
00:59:43Oh, the partner.
00:59:44Lindsay, are you in here?
01:00:14Queen Lilibus, you've got some explaining to do.
01:00:36Have enough.
01:00:37Yes.
01:00:38Thank goodness your chef loves Christmas.
01:00:40He agreed to bake the cookies without hesitation.
01:00:43I'm glad to see you.
01:00:44How was your day?
01:00:45Well, I won't believe this, but the girl from Brooklyn who sells herself short spoke in
01:00:51front of Parliament today.
01:00:53You didn't.
01:00:54Yes, yes, I did.
01:00:55And I shared my idea and Willard says they loved it.
01:00:57See, I knew you were contagious.
01:01:00I seem to have caught some of your enthusiasm myself.
01:01:03I have stumbled onto something surprising.
01:01:06I'm not sure what it all means, but Lindsay, ever since we've met.
01:01:13Your Highness, you're here.
01:01:15I need to speak with you.
01:01:17In a minute, Willard.
01:01:18I'm sorry.
01:01:19It's quite urgent.
01:01:20I'll give you two some privacy.
01:01:27I've been looking for you all day.
01:01:30I went to the village bakery today, Willard.
01:01:32You'll never guess what I've discovered.
01:01:33Princess Dahlia is in the Grand Hall.
01:01:39Our Grand Hall.
01:01:56Sire, allow me to introduce Her Royal Highness Princess Dahlia Federica Teresa of the Kingdom
01:02:04of Marquesa.
01:02:05Your Highness, what a delightful surprise.
01:02:08Uh, welcome to Eldonia.
01:02:11Prince Aidan, a pleasure to meet you.
01:02:14And you, Princess.
01:02:16You've had a long journey.
01:02:18Um, let's get you sorted.
01:02:20Joseph will show you to your room.
01:02:22And then the Queen will receive you for dinner.
01:02:25Did you sense something strange about that bodyguard?
01:02:40I believe his name is Philippe.
01:02:43Quite protective, isn't he?
01:02:46One can never be too careful when guarding a princess.
01:02:49But if I may make a suggestion, sire,
01:02:52I wouldn't invite him on the royal honeymoon if I were you.
01:03:03Do tell me, what happened next?
01:03:06The bird flew right through the open window into the throne room.
01:03:10It was Philippe who gently caught the frightened bird
01:03:14and released him back to the outside air.
01:03:17But just as my father, the king, raised his sword
01:03:20to continue the knighting ceremony,
01:03:22a single feather floated down and landed right on his shoulder.
01:03:30I can't even imagine the scene. Can you, Raiden?
01:03:33Can't imagine.
01:03:35Well, it's been a long day and tomorrow is the gala.
01:03:44It's a pleasure to have you with us, Dahlia.
01:03:46Thank you, your majesty.
01:03:48Princess.
01:03:50Sit with me, son.
01:04:06She's simply lovely.
01:04:09Yes.
01:04:10You see, there was nothing to be concerned about.
01:04:12Mother.
01:04:13I saw the photo albums, Aiden.
01:04:18And I saw the space where the picture of Lilibeth used to be.
01:04:25So that is Lilibeth in front of the children's home?
01:04:29When Clovis announced that he was in love with the baker's daughter,
01:04:33the throne was automatically passed to Humphrey,
01:04:35the younger of the two brothers.
01:04:38But Humphrey met Lilibeth at Clovis's wedding.
01:04:42She and Helena were close friends, you see.
01:04:46When the king discovered that both of his heirs were prepared to abdicate for love,
01:04:52well, he just couldn't allow that.
01:04:54So what happened?
01:04:56Lilibeth was an orphan.
01:04:58So she was given a brand new family tree.
01:05:04One that followed a royal bloodline.
01:05:06They invented her heritage.
01:05:08No one in Parliament was the wiser.
01:05:11Queen Lilibeth was beloved.
01:05:14And that secret has been safely kept for three generations.
01:05:20But will you keep it, Aiden?
01:05:23You are the only royal heir.
01:05:25There is no younger brother this time.
01:05:30I am falling for a woman from New York.
01:05:36I will support you, son.
01:05:38Whatever you decide.
01:05:40Just be sure you understand the consequences.
01:05:44For you.
01:05:46For Veldonia.
01:05:48For Dahlia.
01:05:51Even for Lindsay.
01:05:56I wish I were an accountant.
01:05:59I beg your pardon?
01:06:02I'm just coming to terms with the fact that my feelings...
01:06:06are irrelevant.
01:06:08Aren't they?
01:06:10Feelings are often a royal's worst enemy.
01:06:14I will do my duty, Mother.
01:06:21But I must speak with Lindsay.
01:06:23I have to thank you, Your Majesty.
01:06:25If you hadn't started the Festive Heart Foundation,
01:06:27you may have never learned what I'm capable of.
01:06:29I have to thank you, Your Majesty.
01:06:30If you hadn't started the Festive Heart Foundation,
01:06:31you may have never learned what I'm capable of.
01:06:32I have to thank you, Your Majesty.
01:06:35If you hadn't started the Festive Heart Foundation,
01:06:36you may have never learned what I'm capable of.
01:06:38Hey, Tilly. Come on in.
01:06:39Hot chocolate.
01:06:40I'm too excited to sleep with the gala tomorrow.
01:06:42Oh, I know.
01:06:43The cookie gift boxes I designed will arrive tomorrow morning,
01:06:45and I'll help you get them packed.
01:06:46Thank you so much, Tilly.
01:06:47I am so excited to sleep with the gala tomorrow.
01:06:49I know.
01:06:50The cookie gift boxes I designed will arrive tomorrow morning,
01:06:51and I'll help you get them packed.
01:06:52Thank you so much, Tilly.
01:06:53Hot chocolate.
01:06:56I'm too excited to sleep with the gala tomorrow.
01:06:59Oh, I know.
01:07:00The cookie gift boxes I designed will arrive tomorrow morning,
01:07:03and I'll help you get them packed.
01:07:05Thank you so much, Tilly.
01:07:09You know, I can tell why your branch in Mumbai is so successful.
01:07:12You're so organized. You're such a fantastic leader.
01:07:15Thank you, but I don't have your creativity and ideas.
01:07:20Okay, I guess we make the perfect team then.
01:07:22I guess we do.
01:07:43Father, please. I want to come home.
01:07:47But, Father, you don't understand.
01:07:49I love someone else.
01:07:53I love Philippe.
01:08:00Summon the car. A surprise visit to Parliament is in order.
01:08:03Are you all right?
01:08:17Pardon me, Princess.
01:08:21It's fine.
01:08:22If there's anything I can do to help.
01:08:28I'm Lindsay, by the way.
01:08:32It's just...
01:08:35Tonight is the gala. I...
01:08:41Ever been in a predicament, Lindsay?
01:08:43Did you commit to Lindsay?
01:08:44I...
01:08:49Well, yes. I have.
01:08:54I wish I knew what advice to give you, but...
01:08:57A friend of mine recently said...
01:09:00People who don't wear a crown have no idea how heavy it is.
01:09:02You know, just hang here for one second, okay? I'll be right back. I'll...
01:09:13One minute.
01:09:14My friend Monica gave this to me to give, and she said I'd know who it was for, and...
01:09:28Well, I think it's for you.
01:09:30Merry Christmas, Princess.
01:09:32I hope it helps.
01:09:34Follow my heart.
01:10:05A spring wedding would be nice.
01:10:08Here in the garden, if you'd like.
01:10:10Or...
01:10:12Summer.
01:10:13Autumn. Whichever you prefer, Princess.
01:10:16Thank you, Aiden.
01:10:18You truly are a lovely man.
01:10:21Very kind of you to say.
01:10:23Yes.
01:10:25That's just it, isn't it?
01:10:27We always must know the appropriate thing to say.
01:10:31Parts of growing up royal, I suppose.
01:10:34What?
01:10:37Please tell me why you've been crying.
01:10:40Did you ever wish to be anything besides royal?
01:10:45Funny you should ask.
01:10:47I've been recently fantasizing about being an accountant quite a bit.
01:10:52An accountant?
01:10:55Dahlia, I can assure you, I know exactly what you're going through.
01:11:00You do?
01:11:01Of course I do.
01:11:03Luke.
01:11:04Would you give us a moment, please?
01:11:10He certainly takes his job seriously.
01:11:13Yes.
01:11:15Anyway, I know this is difficult.
01:11:18For both of us.
01:11:20Aiden, I'm going home.
01:11:21To Marquesa.
01:11:22To Marquesa.
01:11:23For Christmas.
01:11:24Forever.
01:11:26I release you from our arrangement.
01:11:28What about the king?
01:11:29I will deal with my father.
01:11:31This will not come as a complete surprise to him.
01:11:34I recently was given a gift, an unexpected reminder of what's important.
01:11:44I understand.
01:11:45I've met someone recently who has given me that same gift.
01:11:51But thank you, your highness.
01:11:52The woman who gets to marry you someday is very fortunate.
01:12:00Thank you, princess.
01:12:02Thank you, princess.
01:12:04Almost finished.
01:12:05Oh, I'm just separating the last batch.
01:12:09Sorry I didn't help.
01:12:11Oh, you have important things to do.
01:12:12You are going to be king after all.
01:12:13I'm not so sure I am.
01:12:16What?
01:12:17Do you care for me?
01:12:18Are you feeling all right?
01:12:31Do you care for me?
01:12:33Eiden, I'm not really sure what I'm doing now.
01:12:36Aiden, I'm not really sure what I feel is relevant at the moment
01:12:42Exactly what I tried to force myself to believe
01:12:44I think
01:12:50Clotus and Helena are on to something
01:12:53What's more important?
01:12:57Duty
01:12:57Or love
01:12:59Lindsay, the gift boxes have arrived
01:13:04Let me help you put the cookies in
01:13:05Thank you, Tilly
01:13:06Your Highness
01:13:07Tilly
01:13:08Excuse me, ladies
01:13:13Carry on, we have a gala tonight
01:13:28Would you please find my son?
01:13:31I'll leave this year with you
01:13:48Queen Lilibeth
01:13:50I'm not sure if you've been watching me or watching over me, but either way, thank you
01:14:00I know what I have to do
01:14:03Lindsay?
01:14:10Lindsay?
01:14:14Willard
01:14:15Hi
01:14:15A moment
01:14:17Yes, please come in
01:14:18What's wrong?
01:14:23Prince Aiden is considering giving up the throne
01:14:27I see
01:14:30I can't let him do that though
01:14:32But people love him
01:14:34But people love him
01:14:35And he's a man of such deep character
01:14:38He needs to be the king of Valdonia
01:14:39And he needs to marry Princess Dahlia
01:14:42I can't stand in the way of that
01:14:45Perhaps
01:14:48You could see yourself as international director of the Festive Heart Foundation
01:14:53I have purchased a small cottage by the sea
01:14:57I would stay and help you the first year
01:14:59Because I believe you are the future
01:15:03Thank you so much, Willard
01:15:09But time has to climb
01:15:11I don't think I could stand seeing Aiden every day
01:15:15And I've booked the first flight out for tomorrow morning
01:15:19Tilly
01:15:22Tilly would be a wonderful, wonderful director
01:15:25And, well, if it's alright with you
01:15:30I'd like to stay in my room tonight
01:15:31I know the gala's gonna be amazing
01:15:34But
01:15:34I just
01:15:36I don't think I could stand watching Aiden get engaged
01:15:39Thank you
01:15:45Lindsay Peterson
01:15:46The Foundation may not have changed the whole world yet
01:15:51But you have certainly changed us
01:15:54Thank you, Willard
01:16:00You wanted to see me, Mother?
01:16:15Yes, please come in
01:16:16I'm very proud of you, Aiden
01:16:21I know you will be a fine king
01:16:23Just as your father was
01:16:25Thank you
01:16:26And I know you are prepared to resign yourself
01:16:30Ignore your heart and do your duty
01:16:33Yes, but
01:16:35Nevertheless
01:16:35You cannot marry Princess Dahlia
01:16:38Lindsay?
01:16:47I'm coming in
01:16:48Tilly
01:16:49I just spoke to Willard
01:16:55What's going on?
01:16:56I'm not going to the gala
01:16:57And why not?
01:17:00It's complicated
01:17:01I could see that in the kitchen
01:17:04You love the prince, Lindsay
01:17:07He needs to marry Princess Dahlia
01:17:09Yes, I know
01:17:12But does that mean you should make yourself small?
01:17:16Small?
01:17:17Don't sell yourself short
01:17:19You worked hard for this night
01:17:20It was all your idea
01:17:23Yeah, but
01:17:24Look, I brought four different gowns to this gala
01:17:27I just couldn't decide
01:17:29Now, let's make sure the prince remembers you, shall we?
01:17:36Come on
01:17:37Come on
01:17:37Lindsay, you ready?
01:17:52I'm not sure this is a good idea
01:17:55Let's go
01:17:56The gala awaits
01:17:58I just need a minute
01:18:00If you're not down in five minutes
01:18:03I'm sending the royal guards
01:18:05This is it?
01:18:12It's been quite fun, hasn't it?
01:18:15I just can't believe
01:18:17That I was wrong about Willard's retirement
01:18:19My Irish senses are usually spot on
01:18:22Willard, a word
01:18:39Of course, Your Highness
01:18:40Have we lost a guest again?
01:18:42Sire?
01:18:43It seems Miss Peterson is missing
01:18:45Don't tell me I must fetch her from the children's home once again
01:18:48She's...
01:18:50She's not coming to the gala
01:18:53Why not?
01:18:56She was unwilling for you to give up the throne
01:19:00Knowing how much Veldonia needs you
01:19:02Welcome to the Christmas gala
01:19:05Celebrating a hundred years of the Festive Heart Foundation
01:19:10I know that the prince, Sir Willard Harlow
01:19:14And several foundation managers from around the globe
01:19:17Have prepared a presentation for us
01:19:20Please give him your attention
01:19:22It is a special year for the kingdom
01:19:31I am proud to say
01:19:34That for one hundred years
01:19:36We have been making an impact
01:19:38All over the world
01:19:39Each Christmas
01:19:40Tonight we will celebrate
01:19:42The great history of the foundation
01:19:45And take a glimpse of its future
01:19:47And now
01:19:49I would like you all to meet
01:19:52Helena
01:19:53And to date we have foundation offices
01:20:06In 105 countries
01:20:09Delivering toys to children
01:20:10Each Christmas
01:20:11Which brings us to the future
01:20:14Willard Harlow
01:20:16He's like family
01:20:18Foundation is forever indebted to you
01:20:21Sire
01:20:22Happy retirement is well deserved
01:20:25I would like to introduce
01:20:33The new international director
01:20:36Of the Festive Heart Foundation
01:20:38Tilly Anand
01:20:40Thank you
01:20:44Thank you
01:20:45Now
01:20:46Before I open the final gift
01:20:52I
01:20:53I
01:20:57Met someone recently
01:21:03Who changed me
01:21:04Her joy was somewhat contagious
01:21:06And she had a big idea
01:21:10And because of her beautiful heart
01:21:13Our kingdom will now be giving
01:21:16Two gifts
01:21:17Every Christmas
01:21:18One to keep
01:21:20And one to give
01:21:22Will you join me Lindsay?
01:21:43What are you doing?
01:21:51Parliament has
01:21:52Already approved
01:21:53This future initiative
01:21:54So to
01:21:55Demonstrate just how this works
01:21:57I have two gifts
01:21:59For Lindsay
01:22:00The first
01:22:01Is the gift to give
01:22:03A box of cookies
01:22:04Each of you will receive one
01:22:06At the end of the evening
01:22:07Please
01:22:08Give it
01:22:09In the true spirit
01:22:10Of Christmas
01:22:10This gift
01:22:13Is for Lindsay
01:22:15To keep
01:22:16If she so chooses
01:22:17I wrapped it myself
01:22:20I can see that
01:22:22Open it
01:22:25This belonged to Queen Lilibeth
01:22:39Who as it turns out
01:22:42Was not a royal
01:22:43I believe she would want
01:22:46A woman with a beautiful heart
01:22:48Like her friend Helena
01:22:49To wear it
01:22:51Eden I can't let you give up
01:22:53Parliament has approved
01:22:54Our future as well
01:22:55My mother told them
01:22:57Our story
01:22:57And you know how convincing
01:22:59Stories can be
01:23:00I love you
01:23:04Lindsay Peterson
01:23:05Will you be my queen
01:23:07And help me change the world?
01:23:09Yes
01:23:10Yes
01:23:10Yes
01:23:17Yes
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