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00:02:30I know. Things are just a little crazy at the moment.
00:02:33I bet. How's Alex?
00:02:35Winston tried calling him, but he couldn't get through.
00:02:37He's great. Yeah, really great.
00:02:40Mm-hmm.
00:02:42Well, I mean, I haven't actually seen him in a few weeks. Keeping up with the schedule is basically a
00:02:46full-time job.
00:02:48Now, Prince's work is never done right.
00:02:50Mm-hmm.
00:02:51Yeah.
00:02:53Hey, are you all right?
00:02:55Yeah, of course. I just... I miss you guys.
00:03:01We miss you too. But don't worry, we'll be back soon.
00:03:05Miss Perkins, if you'd like to head in?
00:03:08Thanks. I gotta go.
00:03:10All right. But just remember, it's Christmas. Do not forget to have fun.
00:03:16Good. Tell her to have fun.
00:03:18Have all the fun.
00:03:19Mm-hmm.
00:03:20Okay, I will.
00:03:21All right.
00:03:21Call me when you settle in.
00:03:22Okay, bye, guys.
00:03:24Bye.
00:03:31Yep. Uh-huh. Speak soon.
00:03:33All right. Merry Christmas.
00:03:35There she is, my New York Times best-selling author.
00:03:39That's me.
00:03:40Oh, how are you, Donna?
00:03:41Good. Yeah, keeping busy.
00:03:42That's what I like to hear. Now, tell me, how's the new draft coming along?
00:03:46Uh, great. Just still working through the ending.
00:03:50Oh, honey, the ending's the easiest part.
00:03:51The Prince Proposes, She Accepts, Everyone Lives Happily Ever After.
00:03:55Cue part three.
00:03:56Right.
00:03:57I almost forgot. I have a Christmas surprise for you.
00:04:01Are you ready?
00:04:02Mm-hmm.
00:04:04Ta-da!
00:04:08So, what do you think?
00:04:11I think it's beautiful.
00:04:15I thought we agreed we wouldn't pick a title until after I was done.
00:04:19You can think of a better one. I would like to hear it.
00:04:22Oh, don't worry, honey. The public are going to go bananas over it.
00:04:26Speaking of which, the online announcement event is a go for next week.
00:04:29Right.
00:04:30We'll do a quick intro, then you'll reveal the title, followed by a virtual Q&A with the fans.
00:04:35Q&A?
00:04:35Of course. Think of it as a special Christmas treat for all the readers. It's perfect timing.
00:04:40I don't think we really need to do that.
00:04:42Tickets have already completely sold out.
00:04:44Oh, good.
00:04:44Everyone wants to hear from the author who is actually living one of her adventures.
00:04:48By the way, when do I get to meet that royal boyfriend of yours?
00:04:52First chance we get. He's just super busy.
00:04:54Miss, your next meeting has just arrived.
00:04:56Thank you, Naomi. Well, you must tell him we would love to have him come visit any time.
00:05:02I will.
00:05:03And please keep me updated on the draft. This is going to be your biggest book yet.
00:05:08I can feel it.
00:05:09Oh, you're very close. Okay.
00:05:11Merry Christmas, darling, and please pass out my love to your folks.
00:05:14I will. Okay. Merry Christmas.
00:05:21Can't wait to see you tomorrow night.
00:05:23Me neither.
00:05:23I've got my meeting today with Erica. Talking new book.
00:05:27Wish me luck.
00:05:34I miss you.
00:05:43Went well.
00:06:02Hello, Lindsay. Merry Christmas.
00:06:04Thank you for calling me back.
00:06:09Absolutely, Doctor.
00:06:10Our foundation is committed to all fields of native conservation.
00:06:14Yes, I understand.
00:06:15It's a lofty goal, but we're doing our best.
00:06:19Yes, ma'am.
00:06:20The new turtle sanctuary is state-of-the-art.
00:06:22I'm sure they'd be delighted to give you a tour.
00:06:25No.
00:06:26No, I'm afraid I won't be there in person.
00:06:30Yes, I'm director of the foundation.
00:06:32No, no, I haven't stepped down from the throne.
00:06:34It's more of a passion project.
00:06:36Yes.
00:06:38It's very rewarding.
00:06:44Oh, naturally.
00:06:48Hello, Mother.
00:06:49Alexander, how are things coming along?
00:06:51Well, actually, I'm running rather late, so...
00:06:54I meant, how did things go yesterday with the foreign secretary?
00:06:58Ah.
00:07:00Well, I think we managed to come to an agreement that suited everyone.
00:07:03Not the most stimulating of conversations, but nevertheless...
00:07:06He's frightfully boring, isn't he?
00:07:09Still, one makes do with the cards that are dealt.
00:07:12And what about your meeting tomorrow with the trade ambassador?
00:07:15Are you fully prepared for the negotiations?
00:07:18Uh, of course.
00:07:20Absolutely.
00:07:20Alexander, I'm sure I need not remind you that these are your sworn royal duties.
00:07:28And they must be handled with the utmost care.
00:07:31No, Mother.
00:07:32No reminder necessary.
00:07:34I trust you will have it all in hand.
00:07:36Surely.
00:07:37Everything's under control.
00:07:40We're excited for the Christmas banquet.
00:07:42Indeed.
00:07:43We're looking forward to seeing you.
00:07:45Please send my regards along to Olivia.
00:07:47I will.
00:07:48You take care.
00:07:49Goodbye, dear.
00:07:55Reminder, brush up on trade negotiations tonight.
00:08:13Reminder, brush up on trade negotiations tonight.
00:08:37Now, do I need to bring my Canadian anorak, or will the parker your Auntie Gail got me last Christmas
00:08:43do the job?
00:08:44Having never been there, I can't say for sure, but I'm guessing the parker will be fine.
00:08:48Are you excited?
00:08:49You don't sound excited.
00:08:52Oh, of course I'm excited.
00:08:53Don't worry, I'm bringing all the classic Christmas stuff.
00:08:56Hold on a second.
00:09:01Your father is asking if he needs to call them anything special.
00:09:06Them?
00:09:07You know, the royals.
00:09:08Oh.
00:09:10Alexander is fine with Alex, and the Queen is your majesty.
00:09:14Don't worry.
00:09:15Don't worry.
00:09:15Don't get used to it.
00:09:19I know, I've missed you guys.
00:09:22Okay, Mom, I love you.
00:09:23See you soon.
00:09:28Pardon me, miss, but you are far too beautiful to be sitting here alone.
00:09:33I would be alone if someone wasn't always late.
00:09:36I'm dreadfully sorry I won't let it happen again.
00:09:37I promise.
00:09:38Ah!
00:09:39Don't make promises you can't keep.
00:09:41Never.
00:09:46Now then, tell me more about the meeting with Erica.
00:09:50Yeah, it was fine.
00:09:52She showed me the new cover art, and the online announcement is happening within the next
00:09:56few days.
00:09:59So, what's the matter?
00:10:01Nothing.
00:10:03Well, I mean, I'm still working through some of the structure with the draft, and...
00:10:07And?
00:10:08And I don't have the ending yet.
00:10:11You'll find it.
00:10:13You're the best.
00:10:18Sorry about that, it's the foundation.
00:10:20As I was saying, you're the best...
00:10:26You're the best writer, Ivan.
00:10:28I'll just turn that off.
00:10:31I know I'll find the ending.
00:10:33I think I just...
00:10:36I need to figure out what I want.
00:10:41Oh, thank you.
00:10:45I, um, spoke to Katie and Winston today.
00:10:49They say hello.
00:10:50Splendid.
00:10:51You know, that reminds me I must call Winston back.
00:10:54Yeah, it really made me realize with the new book coming out, I have no idea when we'll have time
00:10:59to catch up with them.
00:11:00Right after the release, I need to hit the road on tour, and you always need to be in three
00:11:03places at once, so I have absolutely no idea when we'll even be able to take a breath.
00:11:05It's okay.
00:11:08It's alright.
00:11:13It's alright.
00:11:15We're together here, now, and soon we'll be in Torovia.
00:11:19Now, words can't express how magical it is at Christmas.
00:11:22I can't wait to show you.
00:11:24And I promise we're going to have all the time in the world to slow down, relax...
00:11:29Whoa, whoa, whoa.
00:11:30I'll stop you right there, your highness.
00:11:32Have you forgotten that my parents are joining us on this little vacation?
00:11:35I haven't forgotten.
00:11:36Christmas is a big deal in our house.
00:11:38If you're expecting some R&R, guess again.
00:11:41This is going to be a marathon.
00:11:44I'm going for a marathon as long as you're with me at the finish line.
00:11:47Sure.
00:11:54Olivia, I...
00:11:55Yeah?
00:11:57I've been thinking.
00:12:00And I...
00:12:03What's up?
00:12:12Will...
00:12:13Ryan!
00:12:16Yes, yes, of course.
00:12:22Cute.
00:12:27Sorry, what were you saying?
00:12:30I was saying...
00:12:34This is going to be a wonderful Christmas.
00:12:36Hmm.
00:13:02I understand, Ivan, but there must be some way we can expedite the permits.
00:13:07It's Christmas.
00:13:16Dad and I just got picked up from the airport.
00:13:19Very fancy.
00:13:20See you soon.
00:13:22Kisses.
00:13:24It's beautiful here.
00:13:26I hope you brought the park out.
00:13:28No, I can't have a meeting then.
00:13:30I have more important things that require my attention.
00:13:35All right, yeah, I'll speak to you later.
00:13:37Please wish your family a Merry Christmas from me.
00:13:40Goodbye.
00:13:44Forgive me, darling.
00:13:45Are you off the clock now?
00:13:48Quite.
00:13:48And, not a moment too soon.
00:13:51We're here.
00:14:14Hey, tips.
00:14:18Just...
00:14:19Be yourself.
00:14:32Welcome.
00:14:33Hello, Mother.
00:14:34Ridley.
00:14:35Merry Christmas.
00:14:37And to you, darling.
00:14:38Olivia.
00:14:39It's wonderful to see you.
00:14:41Your Majesty.
00:14:42It's a pleasure.
00:14:44I mean, an honour.
00:14:45No, the honour is all ours, my dear.
00:14:49Welcome to Turovia, Miss Perkins.
00:14:52Thank you, Ridley.
00:14:53Good to see you.
00:14:54Shall we?
00:15:07Wow.
00:15:18This is unbelievable.
00:15:20I told you they spruce it up for Christmas.
00:15:22Alexander, why don't you take Olivia up to her room?
00:15:24And then she might like to have a tour, don't you think?
00:15:29That's all right, Stephen.
00:15:30I got it.
00:15:33This way, please.
00:15:48What?
00:16:11I know I said my parents take Christmas seriously, but that was next level.
00:16:16Well, if there's one immutable fact about my mother is that she never does anything by heart.
00:16:19Clearly.
00:16:25How do you even know where you're going?
00:16:28I'm gonna need breadcrumbs and a map just to find my way out of here.
00:16:33Boring not.
00:16:35We've arrived.
00:16:40Welcome.
00:16:41Huh.
00:16:42Huh.
00:16:42Not too shabby.
00:16:45You know what?
00:16:48I think this is bigger than my apartment.
00:16:50Hmm.
00:16:52I'll be just down the hall if you need me.
00:16:54And how many doors is that?
00:16:57Twelve?
00:17:02Actually, before we reunite with the others, there's something I want to show you.
00:17:07I think you'll like it.
00:17:20Alexander.
00:17:22What do you think?
00:17:23I think you saved the best for last.
00:17:27I've been so looking forward to bringing you here.
00:17:30This was always my favorite room in the house.
00:17:33I suppose this is where my passion for literature began.
00:17:35Yeah, no kidding.
00:17:36I would never want to leave.
00:17:38They'd have to carry me out kicking and screaming.
00:17:41Actually, once or twice they did.
00:17:43Please feel free to borrow whatever you wish.
00:17:46I highly recommend anything from that particular author.
00:17:54This is so sweet.
00:17:58Those are just the library copies.
00:18:00My personal editions are in a much safer place.
00:18:11Olivia.
00:18:12Now that you're finally here.
00:18:14Yes.
00:18:17There's...
00:18:18Something I want to ask you.
00:18:23Yes.
00:18:28The last year with you has been...
00:18:33What I'm trying to say is...
00:18:42It's...
00:18:45Yes.
00:18:47Frightfully sorry.
00:18:49Am I interrupting somebody?
00:18:53I...
00:18:56No, not at all.
00:18:57I was just giving Olivia the tour.
00:18:59Ah.
00:18:59As a matter of fact, that's why I'm here.
00:19:03Her Majesty has requested the pleasure of Olivia's company.
00:19:07She has?
00:19:09Yes, ma'am.
00:19:11Well, I suppose we should...
00:19:13Er...
00:19:14Her Majesty requests only...
00:19:17Miss Perkins' company, sir.
00:19:20Ah.
00:19:22This way please, Olivia.
00:19:28Sir.
00:19:36Smooth.
00:19:43Your Majesty.
00:19:44Ah, Olivia.
00:19:46Thank you, Ridley.
00:19:48I trust you've settled in?
00:19:49Yes, thank you, Your Majesty.
00:19:52I do hope the room is to your liking.
00:19:54It is extremely...
00:19:56Large.
00:19:58And also very lovely, so thank you.
00:20:02Shall we take a walk?
00:20:05This palace has served the family as a country retreat for generations.
00:20:09Over the past 150 years, it has been the site of the family's annual Christmas banquet.
00:20:16One of our most important and cherished traditions.
00:20:20It requires an immense amount of preparation, as I'm sure Alexander has explained.
00:20:27So I thought it wise to discuss with you the kind of role you'll be expected to play on the
00:20:33night.
00:20:34I'm sorry, role?
00:20:36Yes.
00:20:38I'm confused, what role are you...
00:20:39Well, since you're accompanying Alexander to the event, it's customary to be involved in the proceedings.
00:20:46Oh.
00:20:47The banquet will serve as your official introduction to royal society.
00:20:53Did Alexander not explain any of this to you?
00:20:56It must have slipped his mind.
00:20:58I see.
00:20:59I might have anticipated this.
00:21:03Okay, so what exactly am I expected to do?
00:21:05Well, you will greet and introduce yourself to each of the guests.
00:21:10Oh. That doesn't sound so bad.
00:21:12Well, you'll also be expected to memorize their names and titles,
00:21:17to become familiar with the customary royal protocols of the night,
00:21:21and to deliver a reading at the royal mass on Christmas Day.
00:21:24We'll also need to discuss what you plan to wear.
00:21:29Oh, dear.
00:21:29Fear not. We'll whip you into shame.
00:21:32Great.
00:21:34Your Majesty.
00:21:35Pardon me, intrusion, but Olivia's parents are almost here.
00:21:39Splendid.
00:21:40Do summon Alexander for me, please, Ridley.
00:21:52I knew I should have packed my Canadian anorak.
00:21:56Hi, honey.
00:21:57Hi, Buttercup.
00:21:59Merry Christmas.
00:22:01Hi, guys.
00:22:03Honey, is everything okay?
00:22:04You look pale.
00:22:05Have you eaten today?
00:22:07Yeah.
00:22:07Yeah, of course.
00:22:08Just so excited.
00:22:10Plus, you know, with the, um, temperature.
00:22:12You look gorgeous, honey.
00:22:16Mom, Dad, may I present Her Royal Majesty, Queen Patricia Barclay of Toropia.
00:22:22Mr. and Mrs. Perkins, charmed.
00:22:24Your Majesty, Madeline Perkins, we've heard all about you.
00:22:29Oh, is that so?
00:22:30Or good things, I hope.
00:22:33Oh, this is for you.
00:22:35I'll consider it.
00:22:37It's one of my scented candles, eggnog pine.
00:22:40Christmas just doesn't smell like Christmas without it.
00:22:43Your Majesty, it's an honor to meet you, Henry Perkins.
00:22:46Mr. Perkins, delighted.
00:22:47Henry Perkins.
00:22:48John Smythe. Ridley John Smythe.
00:22:52Uh, which, uh, part of all that's your first name?
00:22:55Ridley.
00:22:56There we go, that'll work.
00:23:00Oh, um, Mom, Dad, this is Prince Alexander Barclay III of Torovia.
00:23:07Alexander, my parents.
00:23:09Alex is just fine.
00:23:10Good to see you.
00:23:11I mean, good to meet you, Alex.
00:23:13My pleasure, sir.
00:23:14Hello, Mrs. Perkins.
00:23:16Nice to meet you, Alex.
00:23:17It took us long enough.
00:23:18Indeed.
00:23:19Let's go inside.
00:23:21Yes, please.
00:23:22I'm turning into a popsicle over here.
00:23:23This way, please.
00:23:24No, it's all taken care of, sir.
00:23:25Okay, great.
00:23:31Wow.
00:23:33Yeah, I was telling Alex these guys could give you a run for your money.
00:23:36Oh, I don't know about that.
00:23:38Oh, looks like we got here just in time.
00:23:41Good thing you left one for us to decorate.
00:23:45Everyone, supper is ready.
00:23:48This way, please.
00:23:51Hey, when were you planning on telling me that I'm supposed to be a part of this whole Christmas banquet
00:23:56operation?
00:23:57Pardon? What do you mean?
00:23:58I mean, your mother just told me that I have to join you guys at the royal rehearsals tomorrow.
00:24:04I am so sorry. It completely slipped my mind.
00:24:07That's what I said.
00:24:09It's just, I've never actually brought anyone to one of these things before.
00:24:13Really?
00:24:15No one.
00:24:17Honey.
00:24:24So you asked her yet?
00:24:27I...
00:24:28haven't quite had the opportunity.
00:24:32Huh.
00:24:33Well, if you don't mind my saying so, you better get a move on, son.
00:24:36I can't keep this hush-hush for my wife much longer. She can read me like a book.
00:24:48Ahem.
00:24:55So, you were her...
00:24:58Nonservant.
00:24:59Manservant?
00:25:00That's correct.
00:25:01I think I follow.
00:25:03So you used to be his boss, and now...
00:25:07and now I merely ask him to fetch my tea rather than commanding him.
00:25:13Indeed.
00:25:14As a matter of fact, we have your daughter to thank for that.
00:25:17Olivia helped to remind us that if two people love each other,
00:25:21they must find a way.
00:25:23That's very sweet. Thank you, Olivia.
00:25:26Mr. Perkins.
00:25:27Oh, Henry, please.
00:25:29Henry, if I remember correctly, you were in refrigeration?
00:25:34Yes, ma'am.
00:25:34I actually started with vintage cars, bikes, you name it.
00:25:39But I had a family to support, so I transitioned to refrigeration,
00:25:44and then expanded to air conditioning.
00:25:47Made a solid run of it, too.
00:25:49Had a team of 20 under me at the end.
00:25:51Well, they were lucky to have you as a boss.
00:25:53Best in the biz, no doubt about it.
00:25:55Oh, thank you, dear.
00:25:56Passed the whole thing on to one of them, actually.
00:25:59Place still going strong today.
00:26:02Hey, speaking of retirement, how does that work with you guys?
00:26:07Do you just graduate to being king one day?
00:26:10The Torrovian Rite of Ossession dictates that the monarch
00:26:14shall voluntarily cede the crown to the heir presumptive
00:26:17when both parties agree the time is right.
00:26:20So when you both agree you're ready?
00:26:24I...
00:26:27Suppose so, yes.
00:26:29Yikes. No pressure, guys.
00:26:33Speaking of traditions, everyone better buckle up for a stacked schedule of Christmas fun.
00:26:39Oh, yeah.
00:26:40And Olivia, before you ask, yes, I brought all the essentials.
00:26:44Actually, my...
00:26:44In all seriousness, though, when is the best time for us to decorate the tree?
00:26:48Because the whole itinerary is kind of based around that.
00:26:51Mrs. Perkins.
00:26:53Oh, Madeline, please.
00:26:54Madeline, we are delighted that you're here with us and can join us for our Christmas celebrations.
00:26:59However, Alexander, Olivia, and I will be very busy preparing for the Christmas banquet
00:27:04and sadly won't have time for casual recreation. I'm sure you understand.
00:27:10But, uh...
00:27:11I think that we can do both.
00:27:13Both?
00:27:14Absolutely.
00:27:16Surely Olivia and I can prepare for the banquet and spare some time for some Christmas fun.
00:27:20Dear, I think you're rather underestimating the amount of preparation needed.
00:27:25Oh, ye of little faith.
00:27:27Where's your Christmas optimism, Mother?
00:27:32Olivia, what do you say?
00:27:35Sure.
00:27:36We can do both.
00:27:38Very well.
00:27:39On the condition that nothing compromises the banquet.
00:27:43Agreed.
00:27:46Oh, uh...
00:27:48It's the Foundation.
00:27:50This might take a minute. Please excuse me.
00:27:54On that note, I will take my leave.
00:27:57Are you sure?
00:27:58We just plan to have some cocoa by the fire if you care to join us.
00:28:02Very gracious, but I'm afraid I have some work that demands my attention.
00:28:05Perhaps another time.
00:28:07You betcha.
00:28:08Just ring the bell when you're ready to turn in and one of the staff will take you to your
00:28:11room.
00:28:12Good night all.
00:28:13Good night.
00:28:14Good night, Your Majesty.
00:28:16Good night.
00:28:17Good night.
00:28:18Good night.
00:28:26They're certainly very formal, aren't they?
00:28:30But you're expecting them to be laid back.
00:28:32You read Olivia's book.
00:28:34I know.
00:28:35Alexander's friendly, don't you think?
00:28:37Yeah, he certainly is.
00:28:43I still can't believe you hauled that thing all the way here.
00:28:46You deserve some kind of Christmas medal.
00:28:49Aw.
00:28:50Olivia made this in fourth grade, remember?
00:28:52Never had a Christmas without it.
00:28:54What was I going to do, leave it at home?
00:28:56Who do you think you're dealing with?
00:28:59Only thing is, how am I going to get it on top of that giant tree without a crane?
00:29:05I'm sure you'll find a way.
00:29:12Do you think Alexander's going to...
00:29:15Going to what?
00:29:17You know.
00:29:20Oh, you mean...
00:29:21Hmm.
00:29:24Well, uh...
00:29:26I suppose you...
00:29:26I mean, why else do you think they brought us out here?
00:29:30This banquet seems to be a big deal.
00:29:33Hmm.
00:29:33And you know how much Olivia loves Christmas.
00:29:36Yeah, I guess you're right.
00:29:39Besides, if that was his plan, he'd tell us first.
00:29:43Yeah.
00:29:45Sure, you're right.
00:29:51Still a signature there, dear.
00:29:55This one is the trade ambassador's expenses.
00:29:59My, that's exorbitant.
00:30:02Hmm, quite.
00:30:09Is there anything the matter, dear?
00:30:10Hmm?
00:30:13What do you mean?
00:30:14Well, I mean, are you perhaps bothered by something Perkins said?
00:30:19Of course not.
00:30:21What would be bothering me?
00:30:25With deepest respect, Your Majesty, don't try that one on me.
00:30:32If I may be so bold, I know you feel the time for Alexander to take the throne is fast
00:30:38approaching.
00:30:40Hmm.
00:30:41I'm impressed.
00:30:42I know. I've known you for a long time.
00:30:46Furthermore, I suspect you're anxious about how Olivia will be received at the Christmas banquet.
00:30:55Don't worry.
00:30:56I'm sure it's going to go swimmingly.
00:31:00You'll see.
00:31:02Recent sightings of Perkins accompanying Prince Alexander to the royal Christmas celebrations
00:31:07have reignited public discourse ahead of the banquet.
00:31:10With almost the entire royal family expected to attend,
00:31:14we can't imagine the small talk for that particular Christmas dinner.
00:31:22Are you awake?
00:31:27Yeah, can't sleep.
00:31:29I have a surprise.
00:31:31Come to the kitchen.
00:31:32It's just downstairs. You can't miss it.
00:31:41After today, I suspected you might care for a Christmas nightcap.
00:31:45You suspected correctly.
00:32:06So, I unwrap the box, and I'm generally not expecting to be surprised, but sure enough,
00:32:11I peer inside, and it's there.
00:32:14You're kidding.
00:32:15Not one word of a lie, just looking up at me.
00:32:18A ventriloquist dummy.
00:32:21Mm-hmm.
00:32:21Your parents actually got it for you?
00:32:23They did.
00:32:24And what, were they expecting you to abdicate and become a ventriloquist?
00:32:27I don't know what they thought.
00:32:29Remember, Schumann's father who actually procured it.
00:32:31Mother hated the thing.
00:32:33It's not here, is it?
00:32:34Alas, no. Sadly not.
00:32:36Good. I don't think I'd be able to sleep if it was up in the attic or something.
00:32:42All right. What about you? What was your favorite Christmas?
00:32:46All of them.
00:32:48That's cheating.
00:32:49I'm serious.
00:32:50My folks haven't always understood me or what I do.
00:32:55Christmas is something we all love.
00:32:57Something we can count on.
00:32:59You never cease to amaze me.
00:33:01Mm-hmm.
00:33:05Pay for your thoughts?
00:33:14Do you think the Terovian people will like me?
00:33:17Do I?
00:33:19Where did this come from?
00:33:21You asked what I was thinking.
00:33:24If you can win over my mother, you can win over anyone.
00:33:27Mm.
00:33:28I hope you're right.
00:33:36Do you trust me?
00:33:40They're going to love you.
00:33:42I know I do.
00:33:53Don't worry.
00:33:56You're going to feel right at home here soon enough, I promise.
00:34:02Good night.
00:34:04Good night.
00:34:23Wait, so they just casually dropped it on you that you're expected to be a part of their Christmas pageant?
00:34:29Oh, actually, more like Alex kind of forgot about it.
00:34:32Yikes.
00:34:34Well, I guess he's just got a lot on his plate.
00:34:36It's good to hear from you, Your Highness.
00:34:38Winston.
00:34:39My apologies.
00:34:41Alexander.
00:34:42Still takes some getting used to.
00:34:43Thank you, old sport.
00:34:48Forgive me one moment.
00:34:50Something the matter?
00:34:51My foundation.
00:34:52You know, I never appreciated the work that you must have put into managing my itinerary.
00:34:56Trying to juggle all these appointments and fit everything into my schedule is a nightmare.
00:35:01Hasn't Ivan been helping you with all of that?
00:35:03Ivan?
00:35:06Well, he's a good chap.
00:35:07Hard worker.
00:35:08But what can I say?
00:35:10You're irreplaceable.
00:35:11As always, sir, you do know how to flatter me.
00:35:14Alas, ten assistants couldn't change the fact that I'm so often, as Olivia would say, needed in three places at
00:35:19once.
00:35:20So, how goes the honeymoon?
00:35:22Married life all it's cracked up to be.
00:35:24He is the most amazing cook.
00:35:26Local ingredients, traditional dishes.
00:35:29He's a wizard.
00:35:30Yeah, that sounds awesome.
00:35:31Yeah.
00:35:32But.
00:35:34But.
00:35:34He definitely misses Alex, I can tell.
00:35:37Yeah, I bet.
00:35:38And, I don't know.
00:35:40It just seems like the last few months, there's been something on his mind.
00:35:44Have you talked to him about it?
00:35:45You know, Winston, it's not exactly like he's an open book.
00:35:48You know, I'm a little envious, old chap.
00:35:50Starting a new life in America with a woman you fell in love with in paradise.
00:35:54Every day must feel like a new adventure.
00:35:56Indeed.
00:35:57The past year has flown by faster than I can fathom.
00:36:02Still.
00:36:05I must confess, I do sometimes miss the routine of royal duties.
00:36:09I wouldn't bother Katie with this, but, uh.
00:36:11Go on, Winnie.
00:36:12Well, it sounds foolish, but I'm not entirely sure what my role is supposed to be now.
00:36:20Hardly foolish, my friend.
00:36:21I'm quite sure I'd feel the same way.
00:36:23It's not that any remuneration.
00:36:24It's just that, you know, after a while, one yearns to be useful.
00:36:29Still, mustn't complain.
00:36:31Katie seems enamored with everything.
00:36:33And all I really desire is for her to be happy.
00:36:36On that note, and providing you don't mind my asking, how are things between you and Olivia?
00:36:42So, how are you and Alex?
00:36:44Same as always.
00:36:45I mean, it's perfect when we are together.
00:36:48It's like there's no one else in the world.
00:36:50But...
00:36:50But...
00:36:51But finding that time alone is easier said than done.
00:36:57Still, lately, I definitely feel like he's...
00:37:04He's...
00:37:05Like we are heading towards that next step.
00:37:10Wait, he's gonna propose?
00:37:11What are you gonna say?
00:37:14Fine.
00:37:29Stunning.
00:37:30Stunning.
00:37:30Does anybody know?
00:37:32Before we invited her parents to Christmas, I reached out to get their blessing.
00:37:35And?
00:37:35I succeeded in getting through to her father.
00:37:38He was delighted.
00:37:40But he thought it best to keep it between us.
00:37:42A Christmas surprise for the family.
00:37:44Well then, everything's proceeding positively.
00:37:47I'm never as happy as I am when I'm with her.
00:37:49It just feels...
00:37:52Right.
00:37:53Nevertheless, things have been somewhat challenging of late.
00:37:56Olivia and I have struggled to find time together.
00:37:58So, I want to make a demonstration of your commitment and feelings for her?
00:38:06Precisely.
00:38:06I see.
00:38:08And when do you intend to, um...
00:38:10Well, that's just my problem.
00:38:12I came close.
00:38:14Thrice.
00:38:15But it wasn't good enough.
00:38:17It needs to be ideal.
00:38:20No, it needs to be...
00:38:23It needs to be perfect.
00:38:25So?
00:38:26What are you gonna say?
00:38:27Well, I don't know.
00:38:28I mean, I want to say yes, but...
00:38:30You love him, right?
00:38:31So much.
00:38:33I've wanted to marry her from the moment we met.
00:38:35But do we really think that I can be a queen?
00:38:37She'd be a wonderful queen.
00:38:40I guess I'm just not sure.
00:38:41I've never been more sure of anything in my life.
00:38:44Do I have to move here?
00:38:45Will I still have time to write?
00:38:47What about his people?
00:38:47What would they think of me?
00:38:48Okay, let's just try not to panic here.
00:38:51What if the queen was right when we first met?
00:38:53What if we really are from different worlds?
00:38:55What if we can't make it work?
00:38:57I think I understand, Your Highness.
00:38:59And I appreciate your predicament, but if I may beg your indulgence and speak freely, few
00:39:05things in life are perfect.
00:39:08And furthermore, a proposal made under pressure is hardly the ideal.
00:39:11Forgive me, Winnie.
00:39:12It seems...
00:39:13No apology necessary, sir.
00:39:15It's been good to talk to you.
00:39:16I'll call you back when I can.
00:39:17And take care.
00:39:19And you, Alexander.
00:39:23Hello, Ivan.
00:39:25Yes, I got your message.
00:39:27What can we do to help?
00:39:32Okay, let's just take this one step at a time.
00:39:35First things first, you just need to get through the Christmas dinner.
00:39:38How do I get used to this?
00:39:39I've had easier times finding my way out of escape rooms.
00:39:42Yeah, and that's just her holiday home.
00:39:44Imagine what their everyday palace is like.
00:39:48I think this is it.
00:39:51Good morning.
00:39:52Oh, hi.
00:39:53Hey, honey.
00:39:54How'd you sleep?
00:39:55Yeah.
00:39:56Hey, put me on speaker.
00:39:57Mm-hmm.
00:39:59Hey, Madeline.
00:40:00Hello, sweetie.
00:40:02Merry Christmas.
00:40:03Merry Christmas.
00:40:04And congratulations again.
00:40:07How was your flight?
00:40:08Long.
00:40:08And Henry snores.
00:40:10I snore.
00:40:10So you can guess how that went.
00:40:12But hey, we're finally here.
00:40:14I'm so jealous.
00:40:15Okie dokie.
00:40:15I hate to interrupt, but...
00:40:16Okay, okay.
00:40:18Call me back later.
00:40:19Bye, honey.
00:40:20Merry Christmas.
00:40:20Say hi to Winston, Forrest.
00:40:22Will do.
00:40:22Bye, guys.
00:40:23Okay, bye-bye.
00:40:25So, like I was saying, how'd you sleep?
00:40:28Yeah, good.
00:40:29Fine.
00:40:29You?
00:40:29Actually, I sleep like a log.
00:40:31Is something bothering you, then?
00:40:33Ever since we arrived, I've just gotten this feeling.
00:40:36Mom?
00:40:37Promise I'm fine.
00:40:38I just have a lot of work stuff on my mind.
00:40:40Thank you for asking, though.
00:40:43Did you drag that old thing all the way here?
00:40:45She wouldn't leave home without it.
00:40:47No way.
00:40:48Are you kidding me?
00:40:49Oh, speaking of which, how's about we go grab a bite, then see if now's a good time to spruce
00:40:55up that tree?
00:40:57Actually, I need to meet with our host to practice for the big night.
00:41:00Oh.
00:41:01Don't worry.
00:41:01I promise.
00:41:02I haven't forgotten about our plans.
00:41:03I will make time for both.
00:41:05Sure.
00:41:05Okay, bye, guys.
00:41:06Have a nice day in school, honey.
00:41:33Well, it seems my son is preoccupied.
00:41:37Shall we begin?
00:41:38Well, maybe we should...
00:41:39Ridley?
00:41:41Olivia, prior to the Christmas Banquet and Royal Mass, you'll be expected to familiarize
00:41:47yourself with each of the members of the House of Barclay.
00:41:52Now, firstly, Her Majesty's brother-in-law, Prince Peter, Duke of Weyland, and his wife,
00:41:58Lady Rebecca de Revers.
00:42:00Now, they'll be accompanied by their two sons, Prince Jonathan and Prince Anthony, and their
00:42:04wives, Lady Ashley Jensen and Lady Cashton.
00:42:09Now, interesting, Lady Sarah Cashton...
00:42:11My apologies.
00:42:12I've been dealing with a bunch of obstructive bureaucrats who truly don't know the meaning
00:42:15of taking time off.
00:42:18Please, continue.
00:42:23As I was saying, Prince Anthony will be accompanied by his wife, Lady Sarah Cashton.
00:42:29The Cashton family originally came from the Maximilian Heffin-Brown.
00:42:34The Heffin-Browns were called Heffin because they didn't like hyphens, so they decided
00:42:37to put a heffin in.
00:42:39How you're doing is the film?
00:42:44The Queen of the Year.
00:42:44Ha ha ha.
00:42:46The Queen of the Year.
00:42:46That's just so daring.
00:42:47Alright, we're very strong.
00:42:49Good punnet.
00:42:51I'm very glad who like him.
00:42:54Uh, um, uh, um, uh, um, uh...
00:42:55You ever want some more?
00:42:56Um, uh, um, um, um, uh, um, uh, um...
00:42:58No, that won't do.
00:43:00February will be far too late.
00:43:01Those plumnets...
00:43:02Okay, so, it's Prince Jonathan, and Lady Sarah...
00:43:06Sarah?
00:43:07Oh, close, but no cigar, no.
00:43:11Lady Amelia?
00:43:13Not quite.
00:43:15Okay.
00:43:16Try harder, Mom, come on.
00:43:36Oh, no, no, no, no, no, no.
00:43:43Oh, no, no.
00:43:45Ophelia.
00:43:46Close, ish.
00:43:49Bless you sir.
00:43:50Pardon me, pardon me.
00:43:51Can I get the first letter?
00:43:53A, as in apple.
00:43:56Andrea.
00:43:57Not quite.
00:43:58Huh?
00:43:59Yeah.
00:44:07Congratulations.
00:44:18Okay.
00:44:32Right. We'll go this way.
00:44:37Perkins on three, one, two, three.
00:44:49It's... but...
00:44:51I know...
00:44:54that we have no choice.
00:44:55It's imperative that we have full access and cooperation.
00:45:10Lady.
00:45:11Lady.
00:45:12Can you give me, like, a rhyming sort of sound?
00:45:14Like, sounds like...
00:45:15Slay.
00:45:16Sounds like slay?
00:45:17Slay.
00:45:18Starts with A.
00:45:20Ashley.
00:45:21Ashley. Ashley!
00:45:23Correct.
00:45:23Very, very good.
00:45:24Okay.
00:45:25How many more to go?
00:45:29Well...
00:45:35Alright.
00:45:36Excuse me.
00:45:49Prince Clarence, Princess Emily, Princess Mia, Dad, Mom, Prince Willard.
00:46:00Who will be accompanied by?
00:46:03Princess Antonia.
00:46:06Splendid, Olivia.
00:46:08And diagonally across from Antonia?
00:46:17Prince...
00:46:18Yes.
00:46:19Princess.
00:46:22Princess.
00:46:26I am so sorry.
00:46:29Excuse me for just a second.
00:46:33Hi, I'm kind of busy right now.
00:46:35Uh, dear, I don't know if you lost track of time, but we are all standing by here.
00:46:39What are you talking about?
00:46:40The book announcement.
00:46:42Everyone's online.
00:46:43We're just waiting on you.
00:46:46Why?
00:46:51I am very sorry.
00:46:53I, um, I have a prior.
00:46:58I have to go.
00:47:08Honey!
00:47:09We've been looking for you everywhere.
00:47:10Ready for Christmas charades.
00:47:12Actually, I have to...
00:47:13Pardon me, Olivia.
00:47:13I hate to be a model, but the Queen was hoping to know when you would like to resume...
00:47:17I'm sorry, Ridley, but I really have to...
00:47:18Olivia, darling.
00:47:20I'm sorry.
00:47:20There was a minor crisis at the Koala Sanctuary in Australia.
00:47:23What's next on the agenda?
00:47:25Well, as a matter of fact, I was checked to see when both of you would like to continue...
00:47:28Christmas charades is ready to go.
00:47:29...and Her Majesty is...
00:47:30...we've got the buzzers, there's...
00:47:31...and I do not like to keep her with you.
00:47:35Guys, I have to do my job.
00:47:42Well, what was that about?
00:47:48There you are.
00:47:49Thank goodness.
00:47:49All right, we're going live in three, two, one...
00:47:53Hello, everyone, and Merry Christmas!
00:47:56Well, the time is finally here.
00:47:58I would like to welcome our guest of honor onto the stream.
00:48:00Please give it up for your favorite author, Olivia Perkins.
00:48:04Hi, thank you for having me.
00:48:06Welcome, Olivia.
00:48:08So, everyone cannot wait to hear what the big announcement is.
00:48:11Are you ready to share it with the world?
00:48:13Yeah, absolutely.
00:48:14I wanted to let you all know that the sequel to my book, A Royal in Paradise, is indeed on
00:48:19the way.
00:48:20And it will be titled...
00:48:25A Royal Proposal.
00:48:28Well, judging by the response in the chat, the fans are clearly going out of their minds with excitement.
00:48:35Yeah, it's been great getting to spend more time with these characters.
00:48:38I can't wait to share their next chapter with you all.
00:48:41And it is available for pre-order on Christmas Day, folks.
00:48:44Now, while we all try to digest that exciting news, we do have some wonderful questions from the fans that
00:48:49they just have to have answered.
00:48:51Olivia, are you ready for our fan Q&A?
00:48:53Sure.
00:48:55Okay, first question.
00:48:56What made you want to return to this world and these characters rather than write a whole new story?
00:49:01Well, I mean, you didn't really give me much of a choice.
00:49:04I'm kidding.
00:49:06Um, I just sort of felt like they had so much more story to tell.
00:49:11I kept thinking about their happy ever after and wondering what's next.
00:49:15And we are so glad that you did because it means we all get to keep going on the adventure
00:49:19with you.
00:49:20Okay, next question.
00:49:21What was it like when you first met Prince Alexander?
00:49:25Actually, I didn't really notice him.
00:49:27I just sort of bumped into him at a bookstore.
00:49:29Amazing.
00:49:30A bookstore of all places.
00:49:31Yeah, I know.
00:49:32Sounds made up.
00:49:34Well, we have a lot of fans asking this next question, so forgive me.
00:49:37I'm just going to have to come right out and say it.
00:49:40Are you and Prince Alexander already engaged?
00:49:43And if not, when do you think he's going to ask?
00:49:48I, um, actually, we aren't.
00:49:52You know what?
00:49:53I think I have really bad reception here.
00:49:55Olivia?
00:49:57Olivia, hello?
00:49:59Are you there?
00:50:02Olivia?
00:50:03Hello?
00:50:05Hi, Nate.
00:50:06Oh.
00:50:22Honey, it's me.
00:50:25Would you like some company?
00:50:27Not right now.
00:50:29I, um, have some work to catch up on.
00:50:33Okay, well, if you need me, you know where to find me.
00:50:37I hope.
00:50:48Olivia, is everything all right?
00:50:55Olivia.
00:51:09Okay.
00:51:10Olivia, you got this.
00:51:13Prince Clarence, Duke of Tyrell, and his wife, Lady Manderley.
00:51:19I hope I'm not disturbing you.
00:51:21No. No, just doing my homework.
00:51:24May I?
00:51:25This is your palace, you know.
00:51:27Well, not yet.
00:51:29True.
00:51:31Okay, permission granted.
00:51:33I decree that you may join me.
00:51:35Yeah.
00:51:42So, how was the book launch last night?
00:51:45Could have gone better.
00:51:46Oh.
00:51:47Yeah, like way better.
00:51:49I'm sorry, darling, that's sub-optimal.
00:51:53It's a word for it.
00:51:55I've got a few others, but let's go with that one.
00:52:01Do you want to get out of here?
00:52:03Pardon?
00:52:04I mean, get away from all this.
00:52:06Just spend some time together, you and I.
00:52:08The banquet is tonight.
00:52:09I'll be back with plenty of time to spare.
00:52:12Trust me.
00:52:14It'll be worth it.
00:52:15Okay.
00:52:16I'll meet you at five.
00:52:18You'll need something warmer than that.
00:52:25Alexander.
00:52:29Certainly hope you weren't eavesdropping, Mother.
00:52:32Actually, I was coming to check if all was well.
00:52:37Olivia has seemed rather on edge, and not merely because of her commitments to the banquet.
00:52:44Just jitters in advance of a new book, I'm sure.
00:52:47Alexander.
00:52:49Do you believe that Olivia is ready to join you on the throne?
00:52:53What?
00:52:55Why?
00:52:57Indulge me.
00:52:59I do.
00:53:00I believe she is ready for anything she sets her mind to.
00:53:04Indeed.
00:53:05Do you believe she wishes to join you on the throne?
00:53:12Son, when the crown is passed to you, your duties will multiply tenfold.
00:53:20Will Olivia be happier then?
00:53:24Will you have more time for her then?
00:53:28Even a king can only do so much in a day.
00:53:33Excuse me, Mother.
00:53:35I believe Olivia is waiting.
00:53:41Come in.
00:53:44Hi.
00:53:45Hey, honey.
00:53:47We didn't see you at dinner last night.
00:53:48Is everything okay?
00:53:49Yeah.
00:53:50Yeah, I'm good.
00:53:51I had some food brought up.
00:53:52Oh, okay.
00:53:53And your book thingy, that went well?
00:53:56Wow.
00:53:57I don't really want to talk about it.
00:53:59Oh, sure.
00:53:59No problem.
00:54:01Well, and not to sound like a broken record, but time's a-wastin'.
00:54:05What say we get that tree looking like a Perkins Christmas classic?
00:54:08I've got your father waiting downstairs.
00:54:11Actually, I'm going to go get some fresh air with Alex.
00:54:13Oh, just you two?
00:54:15Yeah, if that's all right.
00:54:17Yeah.
00:54:18Yeah, of course.
00:54:21We'll hold the fort till you guys get back.
00:54:23Okay, thanks, Mom.
00:54:24Bye.
00:54:32That's all right, Michael.
00:54:34I'll drive.
00:54:48Where are we going?
00:54:49You'll see.
00:54:51Somewhere very special.
00:55:14This cannot be real.
00:55:20There's the perks of being a prince.
00:55:21Oh.
00:55:26May I make a confession?
00:55:29You may.
00:55:34I've wanted to do this forever.
00:55:37Bring me here?
00:55:39I mean, share a perfect Christmas moment with the person I love.
00:55:48Would you care to dance?
00:55:53I'd love to.
00:55:54Just one thing missing
00:55:56To make the season bright
00:56:00Baby, it's you
00:56:03You make it feel like Christmas
00:56:09Oh, pardon me.
00:56:17Oh, pardon me.
00:56:19I just need to make a quick alteration to this.
00:56:22Do you know where I can find the...
00:56:25You've got to be kidding me.
00:56:35I know things are coming around
00:56:39Cause it's holiday season
00:56:41And you are the reason for
00:56:44All the love I've found
00:56:46Baby, it's you
00:56:49You know
00:56:52This is our first dance since the Haven Isles
00:56:55Is that true?
00:56:56Mm-hmm
00:57:00Well then
00:57:02This is long overdue
00:57:10Lydia
00:57:13Words can't describe how lucky and grateful I am to have you in my life
00:57:17Each and every moment with you has been exactly what I'd hoped for
00:57:23An amazing adventure
00:57:28And
00:57:30There's an important question
00:57:34That I'd like to ask you
00:57:37Yes
00:57:42Olivia
00:57:58It's my dad
00:58:03Hello?
00:58:04Hello?
00:58:12Hey, are you okay?
00:58:12Quite frankly, honey, no, I'm not
00:58:16Mrs. Perkins, I promise that we'll sort this out
00:58:22Is anything the matter?
00:58:25Uh, just a slight misunderstanding regarding some of the decorations, Mom
00:58:29Oh?
00:58:30It's really no...
00:58:31I don't mean to be a bother
00:58:34But I did make a point in mentioning that it was a Perkins tradition to decorate the tree
00:58:39We've always done it together as a family
00:58:42And now...
00:58:44Forgive me, Madeline
00:58:46I had assumed you were only speaking figuratively
00:58:49I'm afraid decorating this house is merely a formality
00:58:54And the staff always take care of it
00:59:01Right, I see
00:59:03Now then, not to seem overly eager
00:59:06Time is growing short
00:59:07Might I suggest that we all start to prepare for this evening's festivities
00:59:13Yes
00:59:13Yes, Your Majesty
00:59:21Alexander!
00:59:23We have to start preparing for our guests' arrival
00:59:35Please, don't be upset, it's nothing personal
00:59:37Well, it's personal to me
00:59:39Mom!
00:59:39I didn't think it was possible to have a joyless Christmas, but they sure proved me wrong
00:59:43I promise, Alexander's family is just different
00:59:45Is this how it's gonna be from now on? Their way or the highway?
00:59:48The truth is, both our families are as stubborn as each other
00:59:51How do you figure?
00:59:52We're not like them
00:59:55Families are supposed to stick together during the holidays
00:59:58But all Alexander seems to really care about is his foundation
01:00:03That is not true, this is just a crazy time for him
01:00:06Honey, I can see how anxious you are about all of this
01:00:10That's because you should be home with us, your family
01:00:13Not in some frozen castle halfway around the world
01:00:20Look, I know I can be persistent
01:00:25But you can always count on your father and me
01:00:30Do you really know for sure that they'll always be there for you?
01:00:37Excuse me
01:00:39I have to get ready for dinner
01:00:43Please don't, Dad
01:01:02Well I guess we better get ready
01:01:05Why even bring us here when all they planned to do was ignore us?
01:01:10Because Alexander plans to propose to Olivia
01:01:13What? How do you know that?
01:01:15He called a few weeks back and told me
01:01:17What?
01:01:19Well, why did you say anything?
01:01:21I didn't want you to panic
01:01:22I know how anxious you've been about Olivia this past year
01:01:25And I thought once we got here and you met him
01:01:27You'd see things weren't as bad as you feared
01:01:30Look how that turned out
01:01:31Now Christmas is ruined perfect
01:01:33Madeline
01:01:36Christmas isn't the only thing at stake here
01:01:38I know there's just a feed
01:02:02We could say it's too late
01:02:06I know why I don't hate my father
01:02:07But we get vaccinated
01:02:07We
01:02:17There's a lot of people here.
01:02:19May I present Mr. and Mrs. Henry Perkins.
01:02:27Madeleine Henry.
01:02:29Mr. and Mrs. Perkins, you both look marvelous.
01:02:32I thought so too, till we got a look at...
01:02:36Don't worry. They all just adore any excuse to get dressed up in these old things.
01:02:42Have either of you seen Olivia?
01:02:45No, not since before.
01:02:49May I present Miss Olivia Perkins, special guest of His Royal Highness Prince Alexander.
01:03:18You look...
01:03:21breathtaking.
01:03:23Oh, thank you.
01:03:25Not bad, Buttercup.
01:03:26Oh, thanks, Dad. You too.
01:03:29Olivia, I...
01:03:30Ladies and gentlemen, honored guests, if you please,
01:03:36Her Royal Majesty invites you all to accompany her to the banquet hall.
01:03:45What were you saying, Mom?
01:03:47I...
01:03:48Never mind. We'll talk later.
01:03:51Ah, darn it.
01:03:52Oh, you left your glasses behind, didn't you?
01:03:54They're on the dresser.
01:03:55Yeah, yeah, I know. You warned me.
01:03:58I won't be able to read a thing.
01:04:00I'll be right back.
01:04:00That's all right, Mr. Perkins. I can go.
01:04:02I'll go.
01:04:03You guys head inside. I'll catch up with you.
01:04:05Are you sure I can easily dash off?
01:04:07I don't think your mother would appreciate us sending you on errands on her big night.
01:04:11Go. Do your thing.
01:04:13Besides,
01:04:14starting to get used to this place.
01:04:32It's frightfully embarrassing.
01:04:34The prince has always been eccentric,
01:04:36but to cavort with some foreign writer like this,
01:04:39it's beneath him.
01:04:41She looked like a deer in headlights, poor thing.
01:04:44I'd lay out her element.
01:05:08Oh, thank you.
01:05:11Thanks, honey.
01:05:12Thank you, Boris.
01:05:26Welcome, everyone.
01:05:28And a very merry Christmas to each of you.
01:05:31As you know, this is a profoundly important time.
01:05:35A time for gratitude, for reflection,
01:05:39and most importantly, for family.
01:05:41And on that note,
01:05:43this year,
01:05:44I would like to invite my son, Alexander,
01:05:48to present the Christmas address.
01:05:52Greetings, all,
01:05:53and thank you for coming.
01:05:55We are gathered today
01:05:57to celebrate the common ties
01:05:58that bind us together
01:05:59at this special time of year.
01:06:05But...
01:06:09Before I proceed with the usual seasonal address,
01:06:13if you'll permit me,
01:06:14there's someone I'd like to properly introduce you to.
01:06:33Olivia Perkins is a name many of you
01:06:35may be unfamiliar with.
01:06:38Well...
01:06:40I can assure you that will not be the case
01:06:42for much longer.
01:06:46I owe so much to this woman.
01:06:52She was the first one to inspire me
01:06:54to follow my dreams
01:06:57and to speak from the heart.
01:07:01Olivia,
01:07:03the last year with you
01:07:04has been the most amazing adventure
01:07:06of my life.
01:07:09And I hope
01:07:09that you'll join me for so many more.
01:07:14Olivia.
01:07:20Olivia, would you...
01:07:21Oh, my.
01:07:22Do me the honor.
01:07:23Here we go.
01:07:26Of being mine.
01:07:27Wait.
01:07:31I love you so much.
01:07:34Okay?
01:07:36But I don't think we're ready for this.
01:07:40I'm sorry.
01:07:54Excuse me.
01:08:04Uh, my friends.
01:08:07I do apologize.
01:08:08I do apologize.
01:08:13Please forgive me.
01:08:25Madeleine, Henry.
01:08:28A word.
01:08:42I don't mean to interrupt,
01:08:44but may I join you?
01:08:51Are you all right?
01:08:53I don't know.
01:08:56I don't know.
01:08:57I'm so sorry
01:08:57for interrupting your evening.
01:09:00I guess you were right.
01:09:03Oh?
01:09:05A year ago,
01:09:06you warned me
01:09:06that a life with Alexander
01:09:07wouldn't work.
01:09:10Here we are.
01:09:11Is that what you believe?
01:09:14Is that what you believe?
01:09:15Isn't that what you came here
01:09:16to tell me?
01:09:18Olivia,
01:09:19I haven't shared this
01:09:20with many people,
01:09:22but soon
01:09:23I plan to step down
01:09:25from the throne.
01:09:26It's time for Alexander
01:09:28to be king.
01:09:30I understand.
01:09:32And the reason
01:09:32I feel so comfortable
01:09:34passing the crown
01:09:35on to him
01:09:35is because
01:09:37he's with you.
01:09:39I'm sorry, what?
01:09:41Olivia,
01:09:42when I first married
01:09:44Alexander's father,
01:09:45stepping into this world
01:09:47was so strange,
01:09:48so confronting,
01:09:50being suddenly thrust
01:09:52in front of the royal spotlight
01:09:54in this new life.
01:09:56Well, I confess
01:09:57I was afraid.
01:09:59But gradually,
01:10:01I found my footing.
01:10:02I adapted.
01:10:04We both did.
01:10:05As will you.
01:10:09I'm not sure
01:10:10I can make that leap.
01:10:11Oh, nonsense.
01:10:13With a determined spirit
01:10:15and a caring heart
01:10:17such as yours,
01:10:19you will make
01:10:20a fine queen.
01:10:21I may not always
01:10:23have believed that,
01:10:23but I know it now.
01:10:26Just as importantly,
01:10:27your reaction
01:10:29to Alexander's proposal
01:10:30in there
01:10:31was commendable.
01:10:32A leader must never
01:10:34succumb to pressure
01:10:35in the moment.
01:10:36They must be honest
01:10:38with themselves.
01:10:43speaking of Alexander,
01:10:45remember,
01:10:45he's just as frightened
01:10:47as you are.
01:10:49But he will get better
01:10:50at managing things
01:10:52as time goes on.
01:10:53As we all will.
01:10:55We must.
01:10:57When two people love each other,
01:11:00they must find a way.
01:11:03You helped me to remember that,
01:11:05and I will be forever grateful.
01:11:08That's because it's good advice.
01:11:13I'm sorry, honey,
01:11:16for being so adamant
01:11:17and for some of the things
01:11:20I said earlier.
01:11:22It's okay.
01:11:25It's just that we miss you, Olivia.
01:11:29We didn't understand
01:11:30what it meant
01:11:30when you said
01:11:31you were going to move
01:11:32to New York.
01:11:33We thought that was a phase,
01:11:34and next thing we know,
01:11:37you're gone.
01:11:40Now, with all of this,
01:11:43I'm scared
01:11:44we're never going to see you.
01:11:48Mom.
01:11:54I just wanted this Christmas
01:11:56to be extra special,
01:11:57to be just like the old days.
01:12:00I'm sorry
01:12:01that I didn't see that.
01:12:04Thank you for telling me.
01:12:08I don't know what
01:12:09is going to happen.
01:12:11I do know that I love you,
01:12:15and you will always
01:12:16be a part of my life.
01:12:17Just go.
01:12:18I promise.
01:12:20I love you, too.
01:12:22I love you.
01:12:26Oh.
01:12:26Oh, God.
01:12:29Your Majesty,
01:12:31bring it in.
01:12:33Oh, no.
01:12:35Oh, no.
01:12:36Oh, no.
01:12:45May we join you
01:12:47sir?
01:12:49Ridley.
01:12:50Mr. Perkins.
01:12:52Henry's fine, sir.
01:12:54I'll be my guest.
01:12:57May I get you anything, sir?
01:13:00Well, the last 48 hours back.
01:13:02Well, I was thinking
01:13:03more along the lines
01:13:04of a peppermint tea.
01:13:11I've messed it all up, gents.
01:13:14Sir, Olivia loves you.
01:13:17Hmm.
01:13:18There's no denying it.
01:13:21That sort of thing
01:13:22isn't just cast aside.
01:13:26Believe me, I know.
01:13:28He's not kidding.
01:13:30Everyone can see the way
01:13:31she looks at you.
01:13:33It's clear as day.
01:13:36It's just no matter
01:13:37what I do,
01:13:39no matter what I try,
01:13:42it's inevitable that I'm
01:13:42disappointing someone.
01:13:44Olivia,
01:13:45my mother,
01:13:46the Foundation.
01:13:50if I can't handle this,
01:13:51how can I possibly manage
01:13:52things when I'm king?
01:13:59Perhaps that is wise to back away.
01:14:03Recognizing a problem is the first
01:14:04step towards fixing it, sir.
01:14:14One of the great privileges
01:14:16of my life
01:14:18has been serving
01:14:19under your parents.
01:14:21They are the finest leaders
01:14:23I've had the honor of knowing.
01:14:29One of the many things
01:14:30I've learned from them
01:14:31is that one cannot do
01:14:34everything alone.
01:14:36If you try,
01:14:38you will fare.
01:14:39Key to being a good boss
01:14:41is learning how to depend
01:14:43on your people.
01:14:44To delegate.
01:14:45Precisely.
01:14:46No man is an island.
01:14:49Not even a king.
01:14:51I mean,
01:14:52trust in your friends
01:14:54and your colleagues
01:14:55and you'll be amazed
01:14:58at what you can accomplish.
01:15:00Even if you have to
01:15:03nudge them
01:15:03into recognizing
01:15:04their own potential.
01:15:07Indeed.
01:15:12Thank you, gentlemen.
01:15:17So,
01:15:18no tea then, sir?
01:15:21Did mother put you up
01:15:23to this, Ridley?
01:15:24She is a master delegator, sir.
01:15:30I wouldn't mind some tea.
01:15:34Of course.
01:15:35Alexander,
01:15:36is everything all right?
01:15:37Not exactly, Winnie.
01:15:39But if you're up for it,
01:15:40there's a way
01:15:41you might be able to help.
01:15:43Oh?
01:15:44I have a proposition for you.
01:16:06Breakfast is to die for.
01:16:09You'll regret it
01:16:10if you miss out.
01:16:18Hey, what's...
01:16:20Olivia.
01:16:21Oh, no.
01:16:23Please,
01:16:24don't be alarmed.
01:16:25I simply asked everyone here
01:16:26because I want them
01:16:26to hear what I have to say.
01:16:29Okay.
01:16:31I'm sorry
01:16:33for everything
01:16:34that's happened
01:16:34over the last few days
01:16:36and over the last few months.
01:16:40I've taken on too much
01:16:42and I haven't
01:16:44handled it elegantly.
01:16:48I've tried my best
01:16:49to keep everyone satisfied,
01:16:50but there are only
01:16:52so many hours
01:16:52in a lifetime
01:16:53and I now know
01:16:54that I need to prioritize
01:16:56what's important to me.
01:16:59I've decided to step down
01:17:00as director of the Foundation.
01:17:02No, don't do that.
01:17:03The Foundation is your dream.
01:17:05I know how much
01:17:05it means to you.
01:17:06Not as much
01:17:07as you mean to me.
01:17:08I don't want you
01:17:09to have to choose.
01:17:10You shouldn't have to give up
01:17:10something that you love.
01:17:12Olivia,
01:17:13just because I'm stepping away
01:17:15doesn't mean
01:17:15I'm shutting it down.
01:17:17In fact,
01:17:19we've already found
01:17:20the ideal partner
01:17:20to help manage the workload.
01:17:22Yeah?
01:17:23Indeed.
01:17:24Surprise!
01:17:25Merry Christmas.
01:17:27Hi!
01:17:29Hi!
01:17:29Hi!
01:17:31What are you doing here?
01:17:32Well, you know,
01:17:33we were just
01:17:33in the neighborhood.
01:17:35No, seriously!
01:17:36Well, Alexander called me
01:17:37with a proposal,
01:17:38which, as it turns out,
01:17:39suited us rather well.
01:17:41Mm-hmm.
01:17:41And he thought
01:17:42we should come
01:17:42and celebrate with you guys.
01:17:45Wait, does that mean...
01:17:46I need someone I can trust
01:17:47to look after
01:17:47day-to-day operations.
01:17:49And who better than
01:17:50my oldest and dearest friend.
01:17:52Aw, you boys are too cute.
01:17:55Are you sure about this, though?
01:17:56This is a huge change.
01:17:58I can work anywhere.
01:18:00And I've rather been
01:18:00looking for a new challenge.
01:18:01And besides,
01:18:03I'm sorely needed.
01:18:04I can scarcely believe
01:18:05he's got this far without me.
01:18:07Ha-ha.
01:18:07See?
01:18:08He's already whipping
01:18:08things into shape.
01:18:10An elegant solution, Alexander.
01:18:12Winston will do a fine job,
01:18:14I'm sure.
01:18:16Thank you, Your Majesty.
01:18:18Yes, well played, sir.
01:18:22You are the most important
01:18:24thing in this world to me.
01:18:26You are my world.
01:18:28I don't want to lose sight
01:18:29of that ever again.
01:18:30I want to be here.
01:18:32By your side, always.
01:18:36So now that I have
01:18:37some extra time,
01:18:37I thought it best
01:18:38that we return
01:18:39to that vacation I promised.
01:18:42Especially since...
01:18:43Especially since there are still
01:18:44plenty of Christmas activities
01:18:46we haven't got to yet.
01:18:47Well, you better
01:18:49believe that.
01:18:55I mean,
01:18:57I'd have to check
01:18:58my schedule first.
01:19:01I think we can make
01:19:02that happen.
01:19:04Wonderful.
01:19:06No!
01:19:07I miss you.
01:19:08Old Swan.
01:19:09Hello, sir.
01:19:10How's the news?
01:19:11How was the next show?
01:19:28What's the news?
01:19:34I can see you.
01:19:36Yeah.
01:19:37Oh, thanks.
01:19:40Thanks.
01:20:04Merry Christmas.
01:20:05Actually, I have one last present for you.
01:20:16What is all this?
01:20:22Alexander, I understand that a royal life can be challenging.
01:20:28There are compromises and expectations.
01:20:33If you are willing to try, I promise you, we could have an amazing adventure together.
01:20:42So?
01:20:50What do you say?
01:20:54Alex, will you marry me?
01:21:07Ben!
01:21:09That would be perfect.
01:21:34You do know what this means, don't you?
01:21:36Indeed.
01:21:37What?
01:21:38What's it mean?
01:21:39Royal Wedding.
01:21:41Royal Wedding.
01:21:47Merry Christmas.
01:21:48Merry Christmas.
01:21:51Merry Christmas.
01:21:54Merry Christmas.
01:22:00Merry Christmas.
01:22:03Merry Christmas.
01:22:05Merry Christmas.
01:22:06Merry Christmas.
01:22:07Merry Christmas.
01:22:07Merry Christmas.
01:22:07Merry Christmas.
01:22:10Merry Christmas.
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