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A Royal Setting (2026)

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A Royal Setting (2026)

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How's it going, honey?

Hi, Mom. Good.

- Your father's on the line.

- Hi, Dad.

He's asking for an update.

It's perfect.

Cut, I'd give it an excellent.

Colour, D.

Absolutely colourless.

Clarity, flawless.

Honestly, Mom,

I think it's exactly what

Mr. Russo's hoping for.

She did it!

She restored it!

Uh-huh!

Yeah, I'll let Mr. Russo know

we found the perfect

Mother's Day gift for his wife.

I love you, too.

You've got quite a talent,

my dear.

Thanks, Mom.

Hopefully,

Mr. Russo is thrilled as well.

How did the journalist put it?

"One of the finest gemologists

in the world?

"Not because she chases

perfection, but because...

"she understands

the soul of the stone."

Now, you need to go pack.

Pack? For what?

Your next client.

The future King of Gullion.

The Royal secretary

called to finalize the booking

to restore their crown jewels...

What?

Oh, that's huge!

Truly a once-in-a-lifetime

opportunity.

But why me?

Well, one, restoring gems

is your specialty.

And two, the future King

saw the profile on you.

Apparently, he likes

your vision.

As you know,

the Kingdom of Gullion has one of the most

renowned collections of

gemstones in the world.

Now, we know their jewels,

but are you familiar

with their royal family?

No. I'm not.

I wasn't either,

but from my research,

I learned that Queen Ivy

has decided to display

the crown jewels for

her son's coronation

and they want you

to restore them.

Apparently,

she locked the jewels away

when the King passed.

Well, have they been seen since?

No, but check this out.

A symbol of national identity,

artistry, and enduring prestige.

Oh, my...

I- Okay, wait. How many

gemstones are we talking here?

A vaultful.

What? Whoa.

How long do I have to do it?

A week.

A week?

- Mom...

- You can do it, my girl.

I can't!

Yes, you can.

And,

looks like we'll need to add

bi-royal appointment

to your resume.

When do I leave?

Tomorrow.

Is the gemologist here yet?

Not yet, sir, no.

Her plane was delayed.

Although, we do have

confirmation that she's in Gullion.

Fenella's handling her pick-up.

So, I do have time for a run.

Yes, although, maybe we should

do a shorter run today, sir.

How many miles? One or two?

As many as it takes

to clear my head.

I'll take it you didn't

tell the Queen about...

Not yet, but I'm hoping

that, uh,

our guest arriving today

will solve all our problems.

Hmm, that's, uh, lot of pressure

to put on someone

who studies rocks, sir.

I find that if you have

high hopes for people,

they usually rise

to the occasion.

Worked for you, didn't it?

Yes, although, I'm still unsure

if that was out of

faith or desperation.

Well, can't it be both?

Great empires have been

built on less.

Besides, it does truly help

my mental state

to have my best friend

walking alongside me.

Well, it is an honour, sir.

And I'm certain that

under your rule,

the kingdom will thrive.

Complementing the prince.

Very good.

And I have every faith that

my newly appointed Head of House

will ensure this gemologist

has all the help she needs

to restore some life

to our crown jewels.

Yes, well, I'm certain

that whatever state

the crown jewels are in,

this Ruby Robinson is exactly

the person for the job.

I hope so.

And all of this...

used to be open to the public.

Walking trails, crags

and the like.

Is everything all right?

Oh, I'm sure it's nothing.

Uh...

I have a very urgent appointment

with the royal family

this morning

in-in about 15 minutes.

Uh, we have a flat tire.

Um... Oh, oh.

Do you have a spare?

I think so.

This has never happened before.

You know what, I think

they're usually in the trunk, so...

I-I'll just have a look.

How far is it? The palace?

Uh, just up the road here.

Okay, so I can walk.

Oh, dear, it'll be quite a trek.

Not sure I have

much of a choice.

Uh...

Walking might not be

the worst idea.

- Okay.

- But leave your luggage.

I'll bring it up to the palace

once the tire's fixed.

- Thank you so much.

- Yeah.

Um... do you need any help?

No, I should be fine.

'Cause I can take that one.

I need it for my meeting

at the palace,

which starts in 10 minutes.

Sorry about the trouble.

It's not your fault.

You know what?

When I get to the palace,

I'll have somebody come back

and check on you.

Okay!

You're a gem, Ruby!

Welcome to Gullion!

Okay.

Oh, excuse me!

Hi!

Um.

Is the palace that way?

I just, I have a meeting

with the royal advisor

in about five minutes

and I don't want to make

the worst first impression ever.

And then my car broke...

- Whoa!

- My gosh!

What was that?

Sorry, I was...

I was just trying to finalize

the press announcement.

- I told you not to follow me!

- Yes, but it's my duty...

Hey, wait, wait.

I don't mean to interrupt you,

but I just really am cutting it

close here. Is the palace that way?

Um, the palace grounds

are off limits to public.

Oh, but you two

are running here.

Yes, but that's

because he's the...

I'm terrible with directions.

I'm so lost. Where are we?

Okay, so-so, the palace

isn't that way?

No, no, it definitely is.

Well, I'm just gonna restore

the crown jewels,

and so, I really need

to get to the appointment,

which is like,

happening right now, so...

Sorry, are you saying you don't know who he...

- If the palace is that way...

You're on the right track, yes.

The palace is in that direction,

around a couple more curves.

I mean, three kilometres?

Hey, can I help you

with your bags?

What? Uh...

Yes.

That would be wonderful.

All right.

- Oh, I'm so sorry.

- Sir!

I've got it.

Yeah, let's just do it this way.

You can go now. Uh, friend.

Do whatever you'd like.

Don't follow me.

Oh. You and your friend

make quite the dynamic duo.

You do everything together?

Uh, no. We just...

We enjoy running together

and we have done since school days.

Aw, that's nice.

It's good to have friends

you can do things with.

Um, I'm Ruby, by the way.

I didn't catch your name.

Uh, oh.

Oh!

Oh! That's my car.

Is it?

Good.

Hi.

She's up and running again.

Let's get you to the palace.

Thank you so much.

You need a hand

with the luggage?

Uh, no, it's no bother.

Thank you.

Sorry for interrupting your run.

That's all right.

Okay.

It's Ruby Robinson.

She's even more

interesting in person.

Ruby Robinson?

Yes!

You're late.

Yes, I had car trouble

and it broke down...

I am Countess Fenella Stevens,

the Queen's personal advisor.

Oh, it's lovely to meet you...

No need to curtsy before me.

Your task is simple,

but quite important.

The Gullion crown jewels

have been in the palace vault

for years.

Yes, I read that

the Queen was just

so saddened by

the King's death...

Uh, we resist the temptation

to speculate here in the palace.

What is relevant is that the

jewels have remained

completely untouched all

this time.

It might actually

be a good thing.

Depending on the conditions that

the jewels were stored in,

the temperature, the vault...

I oversaw the deposit myself.

I assure you

it was done properly.

My job should be easy, then.

If it were up to me,

we'd have the crown jeweller

handle the task.

But, alas, Prince Luca

felt otherwise.

And as the soon-to-be

crown King,

I cannot go against his wishes.

But we do have a traditional way

of doing things around here,

Ms. Robinson.

Adhering to protocol

is what keeps a kingdom united.

I read this was a kingdom

united by kindness.

Well then, allow me to kindly

escort you to the game's room,

which is where

you'll be working.

Okay.

Welcome to the palace's

game's room.

I'm sure you'll find this

a satisfactory workspace.

Uh, this time of year,

Gullion is known

for our floral displays.

Something I'm sure

you've heard all about.

I'll give you a moment

to freshen up

and then I'll have

someone escort you

to the palace drawing room.

Thank you.

Ohh.

I just heard from Fenella.

Ruby Robinson's

on her way to meet us.

Wonderful.

And the Queen?

She took it well?

I mean, you convinced her

to display the crown jewels

as part of the centennial

celebration.

You never thought

that would happen.

Well, that took some convincing.

And to hire someone

to restore the crown jewels

from outside the kingdom.

Also took some convincing,

but Ruby is the best

in the world.

So, what did she say about

the Garden Lighting festival?

Oh, well, she's still

on a call, so...

You haven't spoken to her?

Well, not yet.

Oh, no.

What?

I alerted the press secretary

to release the news

about you moving the festival

to the town square

because I thought

you'd spoken to her...

The Garden Light festival

off the palace grounds?

Yes, Mother.

Luca...

Mother, I will be King soon.

You have to allow me to have

control at some point.

It is tradition that

the Garden Lighting happen

on the palace grounds.

But that excludes our subject

from enjoying a celebration,

- which is rightfully theirs.

- Hmm.

The entire event

is already organized,

a task which you gave to me,

might I remind you.

Because I thought that

you would follow tradition.

Our traditions are outdated.

Our traditions are sacred.

Uh...

Hello.

Sorry, I was just

looking for, uh,

I'm Ruby. The gemologist.

Ms. Robinson!

You were supposed to wait

in the hall until summoned.

Oh, uh, right.

Traditions. Protocol.

Now is the time that you curtsy.

Ms. Robinson.

Uh, Queen Ivy,

this is Ruby Robinson,

the gemologist I was telling you

about from New York.

I see.

I hear you are very good

at what you do.

Luca, we will finish this later.

And please, see to it

that we have no more surprises.

Ruby Robinson!

Meet His Royal Highness,

Prince Luca.

How do you do?

I do well, but you're the guy.

The guy from the road that...

Who carried my bags.

Yeah, I told him not to.

But why didn't you tell me

you were the prince?

Why didn't you ask?

But I didn't know

I was supposed to.

I just...

I just, I didn't expect

a prince to be so...

Um...

Please, Ms. Robinson,

there's no need for that.

I have a very strict rule,

you see?

One curtsy covers you

for the whole day.

Yes, okay, right.

Thank you again

for carrying my bags.

No, it was my pleasure.

Ahem.

Should we, uh, show

Ms. Robinson to the vault?

Yes. Right this way.

After you.

Okay, um.

To the left.

He is moving

the Garden Lighting to the town square

and streaming it.

I don't know what

has gotten into him.

That's never been done.

No.

What is the public's response?

Well, far more positive

than I'd expect.

The public is really

quite excited, Your Majesty.

Oh. Well, too late

to turn back now.

Has he at least asked

your daughter to the coronation?

No. Jory hasn't said anything.

Well,

we'll just have to wait

and see what happens, won't we?

Wow!

Impressive, isn't it?

I-I...

I barely have words, I...

May I?

Certainly.

Sorry.

This gem is exquisite.

I've only ever heard

of gems like this.

The crystalline lattice,

it's... remarkable.

I've never heard anyone speak

about stones that way before.

No, they're not just stones,

they're... organic works of art.

Well, you can consider this room

your playground

for the next few days.

You know, we really

should be recording this.

Zander, uh, my friend,

if you will.

You will do no such thing.

Forgive me, Your Highness

for speaking out of turn,

but that's not the way

we do things.

For centuries,

this vault has operated

without being documented.

Right you are.

Countess, absolutely.

Although, I suppose

that's because centuries ago,

they didn't have cameras...

Let alone little handy ones

that you can fit in your pocket,

so I suppose we can't be certain

that they wouldn't have

taken a photo or two

for the royal Instagram,

now can we?

Well, perhaps not...

The people of Gullion

deserve to know

that the gems

are being restored.

And they will.

When we make

an official announcement.

Or, we could update them

in the moment.

Include them in

our daily activities.

Um, Your Highness,

tradition requires that we...

Ruby, what do you think?

A-about what?

About the need to change,

to adapt,

to stay relevant

with the people?

I will...

I will...

resist the temptation

to speculate, Your Highness.

Very well. Ms. Robinson,

shall we head back

to your studio?

I've had a few

of the crown jewels staged

for you to begin your work.

Oh, of course.

All right.

Well, that Ruby Robinson

certainly is something,

isn't she?

Zander?

Sorry, sir.

Now who has you

smiling like that?

- No one.

- Come on.

I've known you forever.

That smile only means one thing.

I don't know what you're

on about I'm afraid, sir.

Come on.

Who is she? What's her name?

You should resist the

temptation to speculate.

Oh, you should resist

the temptation to be so cheeky.

I can have you sacked, you know.

I won't because I'm benevolent,

but I know that smile!

I've had the first box

of jewels brought in.

I trust you'll find everything

is to your satisfaction.

Oh, I'm sure I will.

A reminder, Ms. Robinson,

you're here to do a job.

A very important job.

Restoring the crown jewels.

Yes, Your...

Countess.

I'll have the rest of the

boxes brought in as required.

Good day, Ms. Robinson.

Good day.

Okay, let's see.

Gullion's Palace

was built in 1226,

but it was completely

modernized in...

Hi.

You're gonna be staying here

the whole time?

Guess I'll never be lonely.

Come in.

Ah, Fenella.

How did everything go

in the vault?

I would say

satisfactory at best.

Do you think she's up

for the task?

I shall keep

a vigilant watch over her

and ensure that all proceeds

without the slightest misstep.

You wanted to see me, Mother.

Jory, come in.

Oh, Your Majesty!

Please, have a seat.

Oh.

Your mother was just telling me

that you don't have someone to

accompany you to the coronation.

As it happens,

neither does my son.

Oh. That, yes.

Um, Mother, I was actually

going to talk to you about...

About how you'd love to

accompany Prince Luca?

I think that's a brilliant idea.

I was thinking maybe

we can start with

the Flower festival.

Hm? Warm everyone up

to the idea?

It would be an honour,

Your Majesty.

Wonderful!

I am sure that Luca will be as

overjoyed about this as I am.

I'll see you at home.

What did they want?

For you to quit your job

at the royal museum and

take up your rightful place

as Queen?

Uh...

pretty much.

They want me to accompany

Luca to his coronation.

You must do what's best

for the crown.

But... what if what's best

for the crown...

isn't what's best for my heart?

Those pesky hearts.

Always getting in the way.

I wish the love story

could be ours.

So do I.

But you have a duty to uphold.

I won't get in the way of that.

I'm very lucky to have you,

Alexander.

I'm the lucky one.

Duty calls.

We should get to know

each other a bit.

Might make your assignment

a little more enjoyable.

Okay, I'll start.

My name is Ruby.

And yours is?

From henceforth, your name

shall be known as...

Fred.

I'll tell you

a little secret, Fred.

You wanna sneak a peek

at the royal gems

out of the corner of your eye,

I'll never tell.

Keeping secrets, Ms. Robinson?

Your Highness.

Please.

Call me Luca.

And there's no need to curtsy.

Unless Fenella's around.

Did you rest well?

I did.

I was just so excited,

I wanted to get an early start.

And I've been...

taking in all things Gullion.

My family's coat-of-arms.

I love the lion.

That represents endless courage.

The swallow is a bringer

of good news.

And the two hands intertwined?

A symbol of sincerity

and justice.

They are conjoined

to represent unity.

Lovely.

Just, uh, just about

to get started on this.

- Huh.

- Mmh.

Should we have a look inside?

Very well.

Ah, yes.

This was my grandmother's crown.

It's remarkable.

Now, if my Gullion history

speed read is correct,

you're having your own crown

designed for the coronation?

- Right?

- Yes.

I'm meant to.

Although,

the designs that have

been submitted

thus far are...

uninspiring.

Don't imagine uninspiring

as a way

you would like

your legacy to be described.

No. Quite right.

Especially since

I'll be crowned King mere days

before our country celebrates

its seventh centennial.

It's become a point

of contention

between my mother

and I, actually.

She wants me to wear something

opulent and ostentatious,

but I don't want to be seen

as a ruler who's over indulgent.

May I look at the designs?

If that's not an overstep.

Not at all.

In fact, I'll welcome

your professional opinion.

It... could be... better.

That's very diplomatic of you.

Oh. Are those yours?

They're just doodles.

Mmh.

How much do you know

about the history of Gullion's

crown jewels?

Could probably use

a history lesson or two.

Well then,

Ms. Robinson, what do you say

to little field trip?

Come.

Hold the fort down, Fred.

Blink twice if you want me

to bring you back a snack

or a chair, or something.

All right.

I'll see what I can find.

We'll catch up later.

Must've been so wild

growing up here.

I would say quite

the opposite of wild.

I just mean the space, I...

I mean, it's so different

from what I grew up with

in New York in

a tiny little apartment.

Did you like growing up there?

Oh, I did.

Hmm, was never bored.

Hey, what is this?

Ah, the Prism of Promises.

Oh, it's beautiful.

Each stone was placed

by a different ruler.

Which stone is your father's?

Wow, that's...

That's very impressive.

King Bernard, the visionary.

He could clearly see the future.

And he longed to bring

the kingdom to new heights.

Um, sadly, he...

He passed away

before he could see

his vision come to fruition.

This diamond is

the last promise he made.

To build a kingdom that feels

like home to everyone,

not just those born in nobility.

It's very beautiful and rare.

My father believed in light,

and clarity, and strength.

That's what a diamond

meant to him.

Even if he never... finished

what he started.

Which stone is yours?

Uh, I haven't chosen one yet.

Well, maybe there will be

something down in the vault

that catches your eye

to go with your new title.

That's right,

I'll need a new title.

Any, uh, recommendations?

Oh, uh, well. Let's see.

What about King Luca the Rebel,

or the Adventurous?

Oh, Luca the rebel. Yes.

Rebellious like this?

Woah.

Adventurous like this?

Oh!

Maybe King Luca the Rumpled?

Sorry, you just had a wrinkle,

um, that's all.

Your Highness.

Ms. Robinson.

Was there anything

in your studio

not up to your standards?

No. No, it was.

Then, may I ask

why you are not attending

to the task at hand?

Because I brought her here.

I was giving Ms. Robinson a well

needed history lesson

in order to inspire her,

so she could design

the perfect crown for me.

- What?

- What?

On top of restoring

the crown jewels,

if that's something

that would interest you.

Are you sure?

I've done my research on you.

You are a trailblazer

and that's exactly

what I want in my legacy.

But Your Highness,

in royal tradition,

the crown should be designed by

the Crown Jeweller.

I appreciate your input,

but I've made up my mind.

Well, have you told the Queen

about this deviation

from protocol?

No, I have not yet.

When the moment

presents itself I shall.

For the moment,

as your future King,

I hope, Countess,

that I can rely on you

to honour my wishes

and to keep this matter

within the strictest

of confidence

for the time being.

Well, of course, Your Highness.

Thank you.

Now, if you'll excuse us,

Ms. Robinson and I have

to get to the vault.

We have a crown to design.

Now, this here

is my father's crown.

Oh, listen, I don't know much

about royal traditions,

but when it comes

to precious gemstones,

I do things by the book, sir,

with gloves.

Very well, carry on.

Wow.

Now, as you can imagine,

I have my own thoughts

about the crown jewels.

Gullion's ready for a change,

Ruby.

Poised for the future.

As the next King, I must do

everything in my power to be

a catalyst for the growth that

we so desperately need.

And I believe

that the crown jewels

are key to it all.

Well, they are renowned.

My father worked tirelessly to

expand the collection,

knowing that they were

the trademark of the kingdom.

I would like you to put this

on the top of your list.

Okay.

It's my mother's emerald tiara.

I'm hoping to convince her

to wear it to the coronation.

It was a gift from my father

on their wedding day.

I've always thought my mother

looked so beautiful in it,

so happy...

I'll make it sparkle.

More than it already does.

It's my hope that by revealing

these jewels to the world again,

it will give our economy

a much needed boost.

Well, I suspect you're right.

I mean, you do have an

incredible collection here.

All the Gullionites are quite

proud of the jewels, you know?

Although, some of our younger

generation find them...

superfluous?

So I have a fine line

to walk between

delivering the pageantry

that many expect,

and assuring the rest...

that the royal family's

not so steeped in tradition

that we're oblivious

to the needs of the nation.

I certainly am not.

Which means exactly how

and where you place

the jewels on your crown

is of utmost importance.

Yes. Yes!

Exactly.

I'm so glad you understand.

You know, before they were

all locked in a vault,

the jewels were on display

in our own museum.

Is that how you'd like

to do it now?

I don't know.

I-I find myself torn.

Well, I know I just met you,

but you don't exactly seem

like somebody who'd

be inclined to just

follow the crowd.

No. No, I'm not.

Though, it seems

neither are you.

Perhaps you would consider

accompanying me

to the Garden Lighting

Festival tomorrow?

Uh, yeah, I...

I really think that

Countess Fenella would be upset

if I abandon my post...

Oh, I know exactly

what she would say.

She would say,

"It's not tradition."

Well, some traditions

are worth breaking.

Wouldn't you say?

I'd love to go with you.

Well,

thank you.

Yes, uh...

Should we, um, pick out one

of your stones

for the royal crown?

- Yes, of course. Absolutely.

- Mmh.

We have work to do.

But, you know,

these aren't stones.

- You know?

- No?

No, they're organic works

of art.

Wasn't sure what you liked,

so I grabbed one of everything

from the market.

Just gonna put those

right there for you.

All right.

Let's restore some crown jewels

and design a crown

fit for a progressive King.

High five, Fred!

Yeah.

Only 333 diamonds, 33 rubies,

15 emeralds, seven sapphires,

and one amethyst to go, Fred!

What do you think, Fred?

Well, if I may, Lady Ruby.

Yes?

Amethyst is my favourite stone.

It's a very good stone.

It's a very good choice, Fred.

Very good, indeed.

I thought my mother

was going to meet me here.

She'll be here shortly.

Right.

Everything's confirmed for the

Flower Festival this afternoon.

Good.

We should depart shortly

to the town centre,

to give you time to mingle

with the people.

Well, I'm not exaggerating

when I say I cannot wait.

Does this newfound,

rosy outlook have anything

to do with Ms. Robinson?

Well, I would be lying

if I said I wasn't

enjoying her company.

Well, as your friend,

I must say I'm thrilled.

But as an employee of the crown,

I must advise caution...

Caution? With what?

With the...

The staging of...

- The flowers.

- Mm-hmm. At the festival.

Yes, they were in a very

precarious position...

On-on-on the podium.

But we dealt with it, didn't we?

You wanted to see me, Mother?

Yes, Jory will be attending

with you today.

- Uh, well, actually...

- It wasn't a request.

And I think it would be

a lovely idea

for you to ask her

to accompany you

to your coronation as well.

Mother, we...

Your Majesty.

The royal cars have arrived.

Should I alert the guards

that we are ready to depart?

Yes, please.

Jory!

Would you join Luca

and me in our car?

Of course, Your Majesty.

Wonderful!

Please make sure that

Ms. Robinson attends as well.

Oh, yes, Your Highness.

Maybe it's not about opulence.

Maybe it's about why

you choose to hold onto it

and who you hold it with!

I think...

I think we nailed it, Fred!

Thank you so much

for all of your help,

I mean, honestly,

I just couldn't have done it

without all your input.

You know, when I was little,

my mom used to make us

paper gems for everything.

Whenever there was something

to celebrate.

We made straight A's,

or we got a homerun,

or we did something

that we were afraid of.

She was always really great

at making us realize

all of the good

that we had inside.

And you know,

it's really important, Fred,

because the little things

that you say to yourself

end up being the big things

that you think about yourself.

Just... leave that

there for you.

I'm off to the festival, Fred.

Can I bring you back anything?

Hmm?

Souvenirs?

Maybe a fresh bouquet of flowers

for a loved one?

Anyone special in your life?

Like a... mother?

Daughter?

Wife?

Girlfriend?

Okay.

I'll be right back.

Don't go anywhere.

- Fiona, over here!

- Look, Mommy, look!

Deidre, hi!

Oh, it's lovely to see you,

Ruby.

It's good to see you too.

How are you finding Gullion?

Oh, I absolutely love it here.

Oh, I'm so glad to hear it.

Aww.

You know, I have a good feeling

that Prince Luca will be

a King for all people.

Huh? What makes you say that?

All of this?

Prince Luca's brought

our kingdom together

and filled Gullion

with the warmth of spring.

Did you know this

is the first festival

that's been held off

the palace grounds

where everyone

can see the flowers

and feel like they belong

to something beautiful?

That's what Prince Luca's

given us.

Not just this festival,

but the knowledge that this

celebration is ours too.

I'm sure he would love to hear

that from you.

I'm sure

a prince doesn't have time

for the likes of silly old me.

Oh, if you'll excuse me, love,

it looks like

my daughter needs a hand

with the rest of the flowers.

Of course.

Enjoy the festival.

- Thank you.

- All right.

Thank you so much.

Oh, thank you.

- Oh!

- Oh!

Hello, my dear.

Oh, those are lovely.

Luca, Jory, I think we should

take our place.

Uh, well, actually,

Mother, Countess,

why don't you go ahead and, uh,

we'll be right behind you.

There's just a small error

that I need Jory

and Zander's assistance with.

Well, surely whatever it is,

Zander can manage it on his own.

- Right.

- Quite right, quite right.

What can't Zander do?

No, but this is actually

something that I need to do

with them both.

It won't take a moment.

We'll be right behind you.

- Very well.

- There you go.

I'll take care of it.

How can we assist you, sir?

Um, well, Jory,

have you met Ruby yet?

I have not.

I think it's high time you did.

But first,

I'd like to relax a little bit.

Come on, let's enjoy ourselves.

Like normal people.

Yes, sir.

Ruby.

Oh, Luca,

I-I mean, Your Highness.

I thought we agreed

to no curtsying.

Yes, I just, I wasn't sure

if that was a...

A rule when we were together

or if that was an overall

blanket statement, so.

Um, you know Zander, of course.

Yes.

This is Lady Jory Stevens.

- Countess Fenella's daughter.

- Hi.

It's lovely to meet you.

- Yes.

- Um, Zander, Jory,

would you two mind

going to find some refreshments

for Ms. Robinson and I?

Yes, of course, I can get one of the footmen to...

- No, no, no. That's all right.

In fact, I need you to do it.

Well, you see,

your taste in elderflower

infused sparkling water

is beyond compare!

Oh...

- Right.

- Yes.

Yes, well,

we can handle that, sir.

Wonderful. Thank you.

- All right, off you go.

- Bye.

Ruby?

- Yes?

- You need to help me.

Okay, with what?

My mother is insisting

that I ask Jory to accompany me

to my coronation.

- Oh.

- No, but you see,

I don't view her that way.

She's a dear friend,

but nothing more.

And, more importantly,

I've recently discovered

that her heart belongs

to someone else.

- Zander?

- Yes!

Did they tell you that?

No, but I've known them both

my entire life,

I'm confident that I'm correct.

Okay.

What do you have in mind?

I'm beginning to think

Prince Luca has led us

- on a bit of a wild goose chase.

- Yes, it would seem like that, wouldn't it?

Why would he do that?

- Well...

- And what was all that with elderflower water?

I haven't the foggiest.

You don't think

he knows about us, do you?

Well, if he does,

he hasn't said anything.

We must be more careful.

Yes, we won't do anything that

goes against our royal duties.

Well, it's official.

Operation Matchmaker is a go.

Yeah? You think

they'll go for it?

Well, I find myself

to be very persuasive.

Says the prince.

Oh, I have something

to show you. Here.

- You should sit down.

- All right.

Ah, hmm, allow me.

Thank you, Your Highness.

Okay. Now.

I'm gonna show you this,

but if you don't like it

you can be honest, okay?

It won't hurt my feelings.

I love it.

Really?

Ruby, it's... Yes, yes.

Although, I do think

that we should only

have one large jewel.

You know, for simplicity.

Hmm, okay. I like that.

Right.

All right.

Let me take a photo.

It's simple, it's elegant,

and yet, it conveys

the strength that

I'm hoping to embody.

It's perfect.

Thank you.

I'm gonna send this photo

to our crown jeweller,

and he'll get started on it

straight away...

But you haven't even picked

out the centre stone yet.

Well, I will make that

a top priority.

I need to introduce you

to someone.

It's very important.

All right.

Lead the way.

Deidre, this is...

Your Highness!

It's an honour.

Deidre's the one who

dropped me off at the palace

from the airport, if you recall.

Yes, of course.

And she made me a very

handy quick Gullion facts guide.

Oh! Um, there's even

a booklet.

It has got more pages.

I did it myself.

Well, that's very clever.

"The national bird of Gullion

is the Garden Wren,

"but it's been unofficially

replaced by the Royal Mallard,

"who once escaped during

a coronation rehearsal

and refused to leave

the ballroom."

That's true, actually,

that was my father's coronation.

That sounds exciting.

You know, uh, hold that thought.

I, uh...

Operation Matchmaker

is underway.

Deidre? Take very

good care of him.

You know...

I don't think

I've met a lovelier woman.

I would have to agree

with you, Deidre.

- Jory, hi.

- Hi.

Uh, listen,

I was gonna go get some tea

and I'd love to get

to know you better.

Would you like to join me?

Oh, I'd love to.

Good.

Your work sounds very exciting.

Oh, thank you.

It's a family business,

so it's kind of a path

that was carved out for me.

Oh, I can relate.

Very much so.

I, uh...

just always try to be

the daughter, the diplomat,

the friend everyone expected,

I didn't realize how much

of me I'd edited out.

Yeah, and one day

you wake up and you realize,

"I'm living a life

someone else dreamed."

Exactly.

But not Luca.

He has always wanted to

bring life back to the kingdom.

You know, when we were children,

he would always draw

these ideas for the gardens

and write letters to his mother.

This one time, he tried to

repurpose the royal staples

for a public greenhouse.

Nearly gave the Queen

a heart attack.

I mean, surprisingly on brand.

After all these years

of knowing him,

I think it's safe to say

that's what Luca does.

He dreams.

And not just for himself,

but for everyone else too.

Well, I suppose if you're

going to have a dream,

making the world a better

place isn't a bad one.

Ladies and gentlemen,

please gather around.

Jory, could you do me a favour?

Of course.

Could you meet me

in the vault later tonight?

Prince Luca tells me that

you work in the royal museum

and I can really use

your expertise.

I'd be happy to help.

Please, welcome to the stage

Her Royal Highness, Queen Ivy,

and your future King,

Prince Luca.

Good evening.

Welcome, everyone.

It's so lovely to see so many

of you here tonight.

I would like to thank everyone

who worked tirelessly to make

this beautiful festival happen.

It's a delight to be able to

open our flower celebration

with all of you.

Now, I know there

have been some rumours

going around the kingdom

ahead of my coronation

about the centennial

celebration.

I would like to address

those rumours

by directing your attention

to the flowers.

If you look closely,

you will see that the flower

arrangements here

are representative

of our crown jewels.

I know the jewels have been

somewhat shrouded in secrecy.

But it is my honour tonight

to officially announce

that the rumours are true.

We will be displaying

the crown jewels once again.

And now, without further ado,

shall we light up the gardens?

I invite you all to explore

the festival.

Enjoy the lights.

Enjoy the flowers,

enjoy each other.

Thank you all for being here.

Okay, I still have

a few things that I need to wrap up here,

but I'll see you later

tonight in the vault.

Of course, I'll see you there.

- Perfect. Bye.

- Bye.

Yes, exactly.

Quite.

That's right. In the vault.

All right, thank you.

Hi.

Oh, Zander,

just the man I was looking for.

Your car's ready for you, sir.

Yes, about that, I think

I might stay a bit longer.

But sir, we...

However it is quite important

that you return to the palace.

Right away. Isn't it, Ruby?

Yes! It seems there's been

a gem-related emergency

- that only you can handle.

- Mm-hmm.

- In the vault.

- Mm-hmm.

- Immediately.

- Mm-hmm.

Sir, I know nothing of gems...

Please, please see to this.

It is of utmost importance.

Quite time sensitive.

Absolutely.

If your mother finds out

that I left you unattended...

Zander, I'm a prince

not a toddler.

Besides, I'm not unattended,

am I?

Right. Well,

I'll see to it that a car

is waiting for you

whenever you're ready to leave.

Good man.

Good evening.

Uh... have fun.

You too.

I think we pulled it off!

Yeah.

So what should we do now?

Why don't we go for a stroll?

Lovely.

What in the world?

"You two deserve a proper date,"

R and L.

They're very good at this.

Meddlesome, but, um...

Not unwanted.

No. Not unwanted.

Well, I'd say

today was successful.

Based on the people's

reactions, I think you're right.

I used to dream

about places like this

when I was a little girl.

Cobblestone streets,

lantern lights.

Flowers that smell like stories.

"Smell like stories"?

Yeah, you know,

when you read something

so beautiful...

that is just changes

the whole way you see the world.

I do know, actually.

There was a book that my tutor

gave me when I was 10.

- The Map Among The Stars.

- No way!

What?

Well, I read that book

at least a hundred times.

That was my favourite

as a child!

Are you just saying that

because I'm a prince?

What? No! Okay, royal flattery

aside, I promise.

I loved that story.

Why?

Well, because growing up

I always just did

whatever was expected of me.

Whatever felt safe or practical.

But that story,

it just made me wonder

if I was allowed

to want something more.

To want something of my own?

Do you?

I think I do now.

Thank you so much for letting me

design your crown.

Turns out you were

the perfect person for the job.

Oh! Heavens me.

I didn't think anyone would

still be here.

I hope I'm not

interrupting anything.

- No... we were just...

- Leaving.

- Mm-hmm.

- Because it's been a very long day.

Long day.

Well, Your Highness.

Oh, and I have something

for you. Hold this, please.

Of course.

It's called a remember gem.

So you can remember

all of the good things

that other people

think about you.

Thank you for being

my very first friend in Gullion.

Goodnight.

Oh, I, uh, I have

something for you.

Oh, yeah?

Thank you, Your Highness.

Hi, Fred.

See you haven't moved a muscle.

Well,

I wasn't sure who I was getting

flowers for on your behalf,

so I went with the Gullion

springtime bouquet.

It's gorgeous, isn't it?

Smells nice too.

All right.

Just set this

right here for you.

Oh. I see someone

likes bananas.

See you in the morning, Fred.

Good morning, sir.

The crown jeweller has a team

working tirelessly

to execute Ruby's design

in time for the coronation.

Good.

Although, I'm not entirely sure

that the Queen and the Countess

will be too thrilled.

Well, it's seems to me

there are a few things

that the Queen and the Countess

need to get used to.

Why didn't you tell me

you have feelings for Jory?

- I'm sorry, sir.

- Zander,

you're my oldest friend.

If I had known that Jory

had your heart,

I never would have entertained

my mother's wild schemes.

I would have declared

that the two of you

must begin your

courtship immediately.

What about the Queen

and the Countess?

You don't have to worry

about that. I'll handle it.

I'm thrilled for you, my friend.

Thank you.

And thank you

for dinner last night.

That was so thoughtful.

Well, you don't need

to thank me.

That was all Ms. Robinson's

idea.

Here we go.

Think we're nearly there, Fred.

Hi, Mom!

There's my girl!

Oh, we miss you.

Aw, I miss you too.

How's business?

It's great!

We've had so many

new clients come in

since your royal work

was announced.

- Yeah?

- But tell me about you!

How is the palace?

Oh, it's...

it's, uh, incredible.

And how is the prince?

Uh, he's actually quite lovely.

So, you're having a good time.

The best.

And, um, Mom.

There's someone I would like

to introduce you to.

This is Fred.

Fred, say hi.

Such a chatterbox.

Can't get a word in edgewise

when you're around him.

And these are the crown jewels.

Wow.

And what's that?

Oh, uh,

just designs for Luca's crown.

You're designing his crown?

Yeah, it kinda

all just happened.

This guy just actually went to

the crown jeweller last night.

I'm so happy you're inspired

to design again.

Aw, Mom.

Being here and working

with Luca,

it's just, it's opened up

a whole new world of ideas.

You're feeling something

for him, aren't you?

It's complicated.

You know, when I first

met your father,

I was a young salesgirl

who was too afraid to admit

that I wanted to own

my own jewelry store one day.

But he helped me realize that

my life could be much bigger

than I could've imagined.

Don't let the title

scare you off.

Prince or not,

that kind of connection

doesn't come around often.

It's not just a title, Mom,

I mean...

it's this whole world

that he comes from.

It feels like

a different planet.

Maybe he's just someone

who wandered into your world

and saw something rare

and beautiful.

Ms. Robinson.

Oh, I gotta go, Mom.

Love you, bye.

Uh, Your Majesty.

I am told that you are opening

a box this morning

that is of great importance

to me.

Yes, absolutely.

- Your emerald tiara.

- Mm-hmm.

I was just about to...

to get to it.

Please.

Oh.

Your Majesty.

My husband gave this to me

on our wedding day.

It's incredible.

I can only imagine what it must

have felt like to receive it.

It felt like magic.

Well, I will take

great care of it.

I know Prince Luca hopes that

you wear it for his coronation.

I don't think I can do that.

This tiara is more

than just a tiara.

Newer gemstones

may catch the eye,

but it's the ones

steeped in tradition that

carry the weight of history.

And it is a history

that can't be ignored.

No matter how dazzling

the newer gemstones may be.

All right, Fred.

We're done.

These jewels are ready

to go off to the jeweller

and into the crown.

That is once Luca

finally picks a stone.

He still hasn't asked her

to the coronation.

No.

Did he tell you that he's asked

Ms. Robinson

to design the crown?

What?

And go against my wishes?

But this was not the plan.

I am still the Queen,

for goodness sake.

Find Luca.

I need to have a word with him.

Wow, this is quite a view,

isn't it?

This is actually

my favourite spot in the entire palace.

Thank you for coming.

Well, a cryptic text

from a prince.

How could I not come?

Well, please, have a seat.

Thank you.

Oh, uh.

Some wine?

From the royal vineyards?

Really going for

the fairy tale tonight, huh?

Is it too much?

I just want to make sure

that you don't forget your time with us.

I don't think you

have to worry about that.

I have something for you

as well.

Do you?

You said you wanted to...

make the royal family feel

more accessible, right?

Mm-hmm.

Well,

other kingdoms open

their palaces to the public.

I mean, not the whole palace,

of course, but...

why not display the royal gems

in the royal gallery?

It'll be a great draw

for tourism.

You could partner

with local vendors

for pop-up gift shops

or use local restaurants

for official tasting menus,

inspired by the royal gems.

And the possibilities for getting

the kingdom involved are endless.

I love it.

Yeah?

It's absolutely brilliant.

I'll have Zander get started

on it right away.

Thank you.

Sure.

I have something I wanted

to talk to you about.

Uh, let me guess.

You're commissioning

your second crown,

just in case you hate mine.

No.

I'm going to wear the one

that you designed.

In fact, it's going to get

delivered to your studio shortly

for the final gem setting.

It's not that. It's...

all my life I've been...

exactly what was expected of me.

Where to stand, what to say.

I knew that my life would be

dedicated in service

for the people of Gullion

and I knew that any personal

feelings I might have,

well, they came second.

But lately, I have been thinking

about what I want.

Not for the kingdom,

not for duty, but...

just for myself.

- Luca, I...

- I know, I know.

Our worlds are so different.

But I have found you

to be very inspiring.

Inspiring in ways I never

even dreamed were possible.

You are something very special,

Ms. Ruby Robinson.

Something very rare.

I feel the same way about you,

Your Highness.

So sorry!

Fenella and your mother

are looking for you.

Uh... I can tell them

you're otherwise engaged...

No, it's okay.

Um, I really should be

getting back to my work.

Yes, yes. Of course.

Shall I see you, uh,

in the morning, after breakfast,

in your studio, perhaps?

Yes, that would be lovely.

Lovely.

Goodnight.

Goodnight.

So sorry.

- Well, what do you think?

- Absolutely not.

Visitors would only be allowed

in the great hall

and the gallery to view

the crown jewels.

The rest of the palace would

stay exactly the same.

No, Luca.

Ruby's right. We can do more

to connect with our subjects.

I...

I want to open the doors,

Mother.

Welcome people.

Let them see a small part

of the palace,

for the good of the kingdom.

And while we're on the topic,

I also think we should reopen

the trails on

the palace grounds.

That would be against tradition.

Well, it was against tradition

when Father did it,

but he knew it was for the good

of the kingdom.

What is good for the kingdom

is for us to uphold

our way of life.

I know you miss him.

I-I think you might be

protecting yourself

by reverting back to

the old ways of doing things,

but Father...

Father would want

us to innovate.

Like he did!

He would want us to include

the people in our lives.

Not to keep ourselves

locked in here,

shut off from

the rest of the world.

Sit down.

I know you are impatient.

I can understand.

You have no right

to ask Ms. Robinson

to design your crown.

To restore my emerald tiara.

But you love that piece.

That was locked away

for a reason, Luca.

It was not your place.

- Mother...

- No.

I will speak of it no more.

Your Majesty.

Have you seen the Gullion Press?

It would appear

that everyone believes

the Flower Festival

was a great success.

And what do you believe?

I will admit, I am conflicted.

It was by all measures

a good time for the people,

but it's breaking with tradition

really what is good for them.

How was your conversation

last night?

Luca wants to open

the palace to visitors.

Whose idea was that?

Our gemologist.

It would appear Ms. Robinson

might have overstepped

in more ways than one.

I'll take care of it.

You requested tea delivery?

Wow,

your royal duties really do

cover all the bases, don't they?

Well, I need to make sure

that every single person

in my kingdom is comfortable.

Well, that's quite beautiful.

It's my favourite so far.

I can see why.

Now, exactly what in the world

is going on here?

Countess.

The Queen would like

to speak to you.

She's in the drawing room.

Mmh.

It is of the utmost urgency.

Well, perhaps

she's come to her senses

after our conversation

last night.

I'll be right back.

Yes.

Ms. Robinson.

- Thank you for your work.

- Oh.

But your services

are no longer needed.

What?

I've been informed that all

the jewels have been restored,

is that not correct?

I... Yes.

Yes, but I... Then Luca...

So you've completed the work

you've been hired to do.

So, it would appear that

your services are no longer needed.

Your ticket.

I've called a cab

for the airport.

I know how anxious you must be

to get back to your old life.

I would really

like to speak to Lu...

to His Highness before I leave.

Unfortunately,

that will not be possible.

Why not?

Because the Queen

has forbidden it.

Now, gather your things.

We cannot keep the car waiting.

Did you make this, Fred?

Well, it's been an honour

hanging out with you.

Even if you are such

a chatterbox.

My name is George.

What?

My name.

It's George.

Why didn't you say so sooner?

It's against protocol.

Yes, well, I think

that every person,

regardless of their

job title or status

deserves the dignity

of being called by their name.

Sorry I got yours wrong, George.

It's been an honour

working alongside you.

You as well, Ms. Robinson.

I hope we'll see you again

some time.

I...

gave my mother the flowers.

She loved them.

I'm so happy to hear it.

Goodbye, George.

Oh, what is it now?

So sorry about this, Ruby.

I'll just go have a quick look.

Won't be a second.

Mom, hi.

Hey, hey, hey! How's my girl?

I'm, uh...

I'm in the car on the way home.

What? You're leaving?

The jewels are restored, so.

And how did the crown work out?

I don't know,

I didn't get to see it.

They sent you away without

letting you finish your work?

Well, I may have crossed

a few boundaries.

Anyway, I think you

would've really loved

my final designs for the crown.

I'm sure I would have.

And just because

you didn't finish it

doesn't mean you didn't

accomplish a huge feat.

And I think I would quite like

the man who encouraged you

to design it.

Yeah, but...

I'm not royalty.

So I don't fit in

to their traditions.

There's just not room

for people like me.

He made room, didn't he?

He didn't fall for a title

or a bloodline,

he fell for who you are.

You, Ruby, are stronger

than you know.

Following your heart makes for a

much better life than

one filled with regret.

Oh, I'm so sorry,

a client just came in.

No, go, go.

- I love you.

- I love you, I love you.

I have been doing some thinking

and you may have a point.

You're right.

I have been trying

to protect myself

by going back to the old ways.

But that is not what

is best for our people.

Come.

I don't tell you this enough,

my son.

But I am so proud of you.

Your passion, your innovation.

I used to wonder

if I was raising a ruler

or a dreamer

and now I see...

it was both.

I realized now

that you don't need to rule

as in generations past,

you need to rule

like Luca.

Like the king you

were meant to be.

And know,

no matter the weight

of the crown,

you will always be

my son first and foremost.

And I will always love you

more than anything else

in the world.

I love you too.

I know you have plans for me

to marry Jory,

but I can't do that.

For either of our sakes.

You and Father,

you had a great love.

That's what I want.

For myself as well as for Jory.

- Luca...

- No,

you can't forbid my heart

from feeling what it feels.

I know you're the Queen,

but your power

does have some limitations.

Besides, Jory's heart

belongs to another.

As does mine.

Ruby?

What are you not telling me,

Mother?

Ms. Robinson is currently

on her way back to New York.

What?

In particular this one.

- No.

- That little gem...

Jory?

Mother, what are you doing here?

Replacing the gems now that

Ms. Robinson has finally

completed the task.

What exactly is going on here?

Countess, we were just, um...

Mother, there's something

that I need to tell you.

You two are...

What about Prince Luca?

Mother!

We had a plan, Jory.

Your duty.

Do you have any idea

what the stakes are?

You're going to be Queen.

What could be higher stakes

than matters of the heart?

I'll see you later.

I just...

Mr. Shaw?

The Head of House?

But he's...

staff.

He is a person too, Mother.

Not just a job title.

I know you want

the perfect life for me

and I see how hard you worked

to make that happen.

I want my own story.

I need to listen to my heart.

And while Prince Luca

is very dear to me,

I do not feel

that way about him.

Zander has my heart.

And that will not change.

Not for a title nor expectation.

He is what's best for me.

And I will not pretend

otherwise any longer.

Wait a minute.

Ruby!

I thought...

I thought you'd left.

I did.

I just didn't

feel right leaving.

I had a job to finish,

so I had Deidre

turn the car around

and then Zander snuck me

in the back because

seems he wanted

to thank me for us

setting up a date

with him and Jory.

Are you alright?

I'm fine! I-I'm fine... now.

Would you like to

try on your crown?

Oh, yes.

Have a seat, Your Highness.

Oh.

Uh, thank you.

Yes.

You should, uh, make sure

it fits after all,

with all those big ideas

floating around.

Have you ever done this before?

You know, of all the princes

I've met in my life,

you're the first one

that's actually

commissioned a crown, so.

And of all those other princes,

how do I measure up?

Well, let's see.

Ruby.

Stay still.

Thank you for coming back.

You're welcome, Your Highness.

George.

Oh, who?

George.

Should we take a look

in the mirror?

Yes, yes. Let's.

Do you like it?

More than like.

It's everything that

this kingdom stands for.

Unity, heart.

Boldness.

Just like its designer.

Luca.

- Mother.

- Your Majesty.

You came back.

I had a job to finish.

Let me get

a better look at this.

Have a seat.

Tell me about it.

Well, I...

I wanted the crown

to reflect Lu...

Prince Luca's

approachable nature.

That's why there's only

one prominent stone.

A signal that he's not

a man about opulence

or grandeur,

but about practicality.

And this part from

our coat-of-arms?

Yes.

To symbolize Luca's embodiment

of what the crown means.

Sincerity, justice, unity.

And the stone choice?

That was me, Mother.

To symbolize the person

who reminded me

of who I truly am

beneath all this.

A ruby.

Rare, resilient.

And impossible to ignore

when it catches the light.

Which you clearly have,

Ms. Robinson.

Well, there's no denying it.

This crown is a beautiful

reflection of my son.

Of the man that

I hope he would become.

Hmm.

I made an error

in sending you away

and I deeply apologize for that.

Finding a new way to do things

is going to be

challenging for me, but...

it's time for change.

And, Ms. Robinson,

I hope you'll stay with us a bit longer

to oversee the display

of the crown jewels

when we open the palace

to the public.

I will have Fenella set up

a time for us to discuss it.

If it would make you happy,

I will wear the emerald tiara

to your coronation.

Will it make you happy.

I think it might.

Oh, if you have time

to restore it.

Oh, I would love to,

Your Majesty.

Thank you for all of your work.

The pleasure's all mine.

I have a surprise for you.

Come.

Jory!

Alexander!

You have my heart.

Whatever comes next,

I want to face it with you.

I am so sorry.

Heart was never something

I even considered

when it came to the topic

of your hand in marriage.

I was just trying to

make sure your life was...

Perfect?

Perfection is a myth, Mother.

I love you.

I'll be alright. I promise.

I love you too.

Oh!

Mr. Shaw.

Jory is incredibly

special to me.

I love her with all that I am.

And I understand

that I can be a bit

prickly at times,

but that is only

because I am trying to do

what is best for her.

For her to have

the life she deserves

because she is such

a special young woman.

She really is.

I think I may have

formed my judgment

of you in haste, Mr. Shaw.

But if you're willing,

I'd love to get to know you

as a suitor for my daughter.

I would like that very much,

Countess.

I look forward to getting to

know you better, Mr. Shaw.

As do I, Countess.

Shall we?

Thank you, Mom.

A little bit further.

Can I open my eyes?

No, not yet.

You have to trust me.

Oh, this is... I have trusted

you for quite some time.

Slow.

One more step.

Turn this way.

Now you can open your eyes.

So,

I had to pick a stone.

- Mm-hmm?

- Mm-hmm.

And you'll be happy

to know that I did.

I chose a stone

that represents my love

for my kingdom,

for my duty,

and

for a certain gemologist.

A ruby.

Beautiful precious stone and

the most incredible person

I've ever met.

By placing a stone,

you're... You're making a vow,

right?

Oh, yes.

Yes, I'm making a vow

that I will serve my country

with the same heart

and compassion

as the woman who reminded me

that love doesn't weaken duty.

It defines it.

That traditions are beautiful,

btu they shouldn't be

restrictive.

A woman who encouraged me

to follow my heart.

A woman

who I believe I have fallen for

completely.

Ms. Robinson?

Yes?

Will you do me the great

honour of accompanying me

to my coronation day?

I would love to.

Your Highness.