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Welcome, Your Highness.

Thank you, Consul General.

May I present my aide, Jan Boudaris, public relations.

How are you? It's an honor, Your Highness.

San Francisco is at its best today, sir. Yes, very lovely.

I suppose one city is much like another to Your Highness.

Somewhat. May I say, sir, what an honor it is to have you here. You are very

kind, Consul General.

You have an hour, sir, before the redemption.

Would you care to inspect the consulate?

Thank you.

Remember, he will be here for only one night.

Yes, Commissioner.

The chief says he knows how important it is, and to assure you that he has

everything under control.

But he's finishing dressing, and if he comes to the phone, we won't get there

time.

No, sir. No, sir.

He definitely feels that it would be not a good idea to have uniformed police on

duty tonight at the consulate.

It just might give people...

Some ideas, and that is what we're trying to prevent.

Yes, sir.

Yes, sir.

And, Commissioner, he said that to show you how seriously he takes this. When he

gets to the reception, he will not drink anything stronger than bourbon on the

rocks.

He says that's a promise.

You look absolutely scrumptious.

Bully for me.

How do you like Officer Whitfield? Absolutely scrumptious.

All compliments are gratefully accepted.

Would you look at our lawyer?

I may do this every night.

Hey, you look great.

This old thing?

Uh -huh.

May I intrude on this mutual admiration society long enough to remind you people

that we're working tonight?

Just what are we supposed to do once we get there?

Circulate.

Keep your eyes open.

See if you can spot any potential trouble.

This is his last stop. So far, the Crown Prince has had an uneventful trip. We'd

like to keep it that way.

Well, who'd want to do anything to him?

It's a tiny little country.

The papers said that they hadn't had a war in over 200 years.

Sergeant Brown.

Didn't you brief her on the way over here?

Oh, I never had a chance to.

But I can give you a detailed account of exactly how many shops she went to

before she found that old thing.

The prince's country also happens to be friendly with the United States. At

least it usually votes with us at the U .N. So? So it's quite possible that

there are those who would like to see that friendship broken up.

One of the ways that it might be possible to do that would be to have

crown prince involved in some unpleasant or embarrassing incident while he's a

guest in this country.

Now, does that answer your question?

Yes, but it seems kind of far -fetched. Never underestimate the many devious

facets of international politics.

Now that we've concluded the course in history, 102, one other thing.

What do we call him?

Prince, baby.

How about your unofficial highness?

How about your worship?

How about your excellency? Your grace.

The crown prince's first name is Mikhail.

That doesn't mean we're going to call him Mik.

Mr. and Mrs. Layotte. How do you do?

Nice to meet you, sir.

Chief Robert T. Ironside.

How do you do?

Chief Ironside is one of San Francisco's most celebrated sons, Your Highness. He

is a famous detective.

My colleague, Mark Sanger, Your Highness. Mr. Sanger, nice to be here,

Highness. You are a police detective, Mr. Ironside?

Yes. You must find it a difficult job.

Sometimes it's difficult, but it is my job.

Precisely.

Miss Eve Whitfield. Thank you for coming.

Your Highness.

Mr. Edward Brown.

Your Highness, Mr. Brown.

Mr. and Mrs. Mickens.

Thank you.

Excuse me.

Bourbon on the rocks.

Thank you, Mark.

So this is what the papers call a royal reception.

Yep. If you've seen one, you've seen them all.

He just doesn't look like I thought he would.

What'd you expect?

You know, a dashing cavalier.

Well, if you had just shaken hands with a couple of hundred people, you wouldn't

be very dashing either.

You see anybody that looks like they might have crashed the planet? Oh, yeah.

There's a couple of suspicious -looking characters over there.

Do you have plans?

You can depend on me.

Not in the consulate. I do not want an incident here.

What I think would interest you.

Nice to have met you.

I thought perhaps your highness could use an intermission.

It has been a long day.

Your last day.

And your last night in this country.

Yes, tomorrow I fly home.

It appears to me that...

Since Your Highness left Washington, you haven't had a moment to yourself.

There are never many of those.

True.

Nevertheless, as a result of your crowded schedule, what you've learned of

United States you got from someone else. Of course. I'm a stranger here.

Yet it would be a valuable experience to see something of this country without

entourage. I'm afraid it's too late for that.

Not necessarily, sir.

The reception will be over in an hour.

The evening's still young.

What are you suggesting, Goudaris?

If your highness will forgive me.

Go on.

I was thinking, if your highness would like to see this famous city in Cognito

after the guests have gone, it would be an honor to be your guide.

Commissioner thinks it might be a demonstration outside.

Against the Crown Court?

He's a good reason.

I think it's the demonstrators' night off.

Very decent of them.

Had enough?

The prince is playing hockey.

Better call the chief.

Chili before you go to bed.

I don't see how you sleep at night.

Soundly.

Chief Hindsight's office.

Yeah.

It's Eve.

Yes, Eve.

I don't know whether this comes under the heading of international intrigue or

just plain hanky -panky, but His Highness has flown the Royal Coupe.

What are you talking about?

He just sneaked out in civilian clothes with one of the men from the consulate.

They're heading toward Fisherman's Wharf.

Keep an eye on him. And keep in touch.

Will do.

Trouble?

Get a suit out for me, will you, Mark? This might be a long night.

Over there, your highness. Under the circumstances, I think it would be

advisable to dispense with the usual formalities. Yes, of course.

Over there.

Very early each morning, the fishing boats go out.

It's quite colorful.

Yes, it's all quite colorful.

Look.

If you would like a memento of your visit.

By all means.

Why would a prince go into a shop like that?

Maybe because he never has.

Laura, look at this.

What will they think of next? Isn't that clever? It sure is.

We'll take this.

Yes, sir.

Those little sandwiches didn't quite

hold me. How about a hot dog?

Easy on the lefty.

Thank you very much.

Oh, no, you don't. I saw you.

Thief! Thief!

What is it, Laura? What happened? He tried to steal my purse.

Madame, I assure you, you must be mistaken.

Well, I'm carrying the money, all right. No mistake about that.

Victor? I'll get the police.

There'll be no need for that. The heck there isn't. He tried to steal my wife's

purse. No, he didn't.

Are you calling my wife a liar?

I'm simply telling you that she was mistaken.

Oh, yeah?

Yes.

I was coming over to say hello to this gentleman, whom I know, and I saw the

whole thing. He did bump into this lady, but he did not try to take her purse.

Now that's what happened.

And that's what I'll tell the police if you insist on calling them.

All right, folks, show's over.

Come on, Mother.

A person isn't safe anywhere.

A hello again. Thank you.

Thank you very much.

We are in your debt.

I guess you don't remember me. We met earlier.

I do remember.

Folks, please, you're blocking the aisle.

If you had not appeared so providentially, I could never have

It was hardly your fault. It was my idea. I suggested this impromptu trip.

appears I'm not a very knowledgeable guide.

So tell me, where would you take a visitor who had only one night to see

city?

Oh, there's so many places.

One night, dear lady.

There's Coit Tower, Nob Hill, Russian Hill, the Marina, North Beach.

North Beach, yes.

I've heard of a new and interesting discotheque there.

The Lighthouse. The Lighthouse.

That is indeed a wonderful itinerary. If you are not busy... Woodaris.

Forgive me.

It's only that I'm a stranger, a temporary resident in this city.

While this lady... That will do.

I must apologize for my countryman. He had no right.

But I'd be delighted.

I could not impose.

Oh, you wouldn't be.

Really, I'd love it.

How about as if you'd like it?

Well, are you quite sure?

Absolutely.

You do not have another engagement?

No. I just stopped off to get a bowl of clam chowder on my way home.

The hors d 'oeuvres at the reception were delicious, but... Then it's

I shall leave this with your valet.

Au revoir.

Well, where shall we go first, Your Highness?

That won't do, will it?

Perhaps it would cause less attention if you called me Mikhail.

Mikhail. Behind.

Behind. Behind. Behind. Behind. Behind.

Now leave and don't let me see your face again.

Looked like a setup to me.

Eve must have thought so, too. She's staying with him.

If you're right, they might try again.

What about Eve and the prince?

They're walking along the wharf.

All right, don't lose them, Ed. And keep in touch with me.

Will do.

Oh, and Chief, when they went by, she was calling him Mikhail.

Hello?

Boudaris. Yes?

Well, was it wise to send him off with the girl?

I know where they're going.

This will give me time to make another arrangement.

The time is short.

I must see what I can do at this end.

You know, I've seen you before.

Oh, you must forgive me. I meet so many people.

Oh, we haven't actually met before.

I saw you arrive in Washington.

Oh, at the airport.

I liked your speech.

Thank you.

It sounded as if you had written it.

I write all my speeches, Miss Whitefield. My father has always

Oh, I think that's a great idea.

Of course, our foreign minister is available for technical counsel.

How did you like the White House?

A most imposing palace.

Excuse me, no, residence.

Most impressive.

Thank you, we like it.

Where did you stay?

At the White House.

Yes.

It is customary for representatives of a foreign country to stay in the Lincoln

Room. Oh, how is it?

Most impressive.

It has been maintained, you know, exactly as it was when President Lincoln

alive.

He was a very tall man, as you know.

Miss Whitfield, six feet, four inches, to be exact. Was there a plaque by the

bed? No, I didn't see one.

But since I knew I was going to be staying in the Lincoln Room, I studied

history before I left on my tour.

Oh, you must have to do a lot of reading.

Oh, yes, yes, especially when I travel. In addition, I was thoroughly

indoctrinated before my departure.

About what, for example?

Oh, industrial development.

I spoke at length with our Minister of Economics. You see, my tour included

Pittsburgh and Detroit.

Oh, how were Pittsburgh and Detroit?

Most impressive.

Excuse me.

I'm afraid I am boring you, Miss Whitchill.

Oh, you're not. I was just making a little joke.

Oh.

I see.

Actually, I did find the White House impressive.

And the cities I have visited.

In fact, I admire your whole country very much.

That's very nice to hear for a change.

I only wish I could see more of it, but... Tomorrow, back to the old grind.

That's very well put.

Yes. The old grind.

I didn't mean it literally.

But it is a fact.

My trip to America has put me behind in my work.

In your work?

A week after I return, I must preside over the annual meeting of my country's

conservation council.

So, in the midst of reporting to my father about my trip, I must prepare for

council. You see, I must know what I am presiding over.

And within a month, I shall attend a seminar which has just finished a study

Our country's roads.

It is a national group, and I am a delegate.

Immediately thereafter, I shall open the harvest festival, welcoming our

country's farmers to the capital city.

You are busy.

All these are largely honorary positions.

But in late fall, in late fall, I leave for six weeks of army maneuvers.

I am a graduate of our country's military academy.

And I'm presently a colonel in the artillery.

And my father, of course, was in the infantry, but he did not ask me to

his branch of service.

Very democratic.

And when I return to the palace for manoeuvre, well, see, I'll be even

behind. Do you ever find time for yourself?

I am the heir to the throne, Miss Whitefield.

Although the king has only limited constitutional authority, still there is

to learn about thee.

The job of being king.

Does that surprise you?

No.

I have never thought of it as a job.

Oh, don't misunderstand me. I like it. But I also enjoy this opportunity to be

off duty, so to speak, for a few hours.

Well, then let's not waste them.

Have you seen enough of Fisherman's Wharf? You are my guide.

Then on to the next stop.

You are very kind, Miss Whitfield.

Then do me a favor.

Of course.

My name is Eve.

They're just leaving Fisherman's Wharf, Chief.

In a cab.

Stay with them.

Mr. Ironside.

Mr.

Ironside, the Crown Prince has gone. He has simply disappeared.

Yes, I know.

You know? And you just sit there?

His Highness is in good hands.

Whose hands?

One of my staff, Officer Eve Whitfield, is showing His Highness the city.

Sergeant Ed Brown is nearby.

Whitfield and Brown, those two who were at the consulate?

Yes, those two at the consulate. And you have left the safety of the Crown

Prince in the hands of one woman and one man?

Both highly trained, both completely trustworthy.

Excuse me.

Coffee? No, no, thank you. This is preposterous.

I demand the return of His Highness immediately.

His Highness wasn't kidnapped, Counsel General.

This night out was apparently his idea and that of your colleague, Mr.

Boudaris? Well, he'll answer for this.

Meanwhile, you must alert the police force.

That's not necessary.

And I say it is. His Highness' safety is my responsibility.

What you're asking for would lead every newspaper, every radio and television

station to assume that His Highness is in danger, which he is not. Do you

realize that you're dealing with a future king?

I'm as concerned over his safety as you are.

Very well.

But remember this.

I shall hold you personally responsible for anything that happens.

I can't have that coffee now, Mark.

Coit Tower, Chief. Looks like she's giving him the grand tour.

I just had a visit from the Consul General.

Seems to be a determined effort to create an incident involving the Crown

Prince. Now, whatever you do, Ed, don't let the Crown Prince or Eve out of your

sight.

Right.

This is a stick -up. You're wasting your time.

All my affairs done so far is run up a bill.

He say how long you'll be up there?

All he said when he got out was most impressive.

They both laughed.

You see anything funny in that?

No, but maybe it was the way he said it.

I'll tell you this, a Bob Hope he ain't.

Well, this is my city.

You've been everywhere, Mikhail. Have you seen anything lovelier?

Never.

Eve, you are a most unique personality.

I hope that's a compliment.

Oh, most assuredly. You're so outgoing, friendly.

It's a national trait.

I mean no disrespect, but I must differ with you. People are people. Some

friendly, some unfriendly, some trustful, some distrustful, some stiff

formal, as I am.

That's not true.

Oh, unfortunately it is. I've never mastered the art of small talk,

with young ladies.

Well, from what you told me of your schedule, there didn't seem to be much

opportunity to practice.

That's true, but I'm afraid one cannot learn charm or wit.

Please, we have talked enough about me. I should like to know about you.

Oh.

There isn't much to know.

Oh, I should not have intruded on your privacy. I'm sorry. Oh, you weren't

intruding. It's just that... Well, I'm sure you wouldn't be interested.

I cannot believe that.

Well, I grew up here.

I was born here.

I went away to school.

I came back.

Here I am.

And there's no young man?

It appears you live in an insensitive community.

Now, who was it that was apologizing for his lack of charm?

Well, but I spoke the truth.

Tell me, how do you spend your days?

I just try to keep busy. How?

What social services?

Ah, most commendable. Look, the fog's rolling in.

Oh, I'm so sorry. How clumsy of me.

did not know that police work came under the heading of social services.

Or perhaps you call it nursemaid to visiting royalty.

You carry a gun, Officer Whitfield?

Yes, sir.

So, the...

Callow, foreign prince, is in good hands, is he not?

I know how you... You should get that fixed, Officer Whitefield. One must be

careful with the mark of one's authority.

I'm sorry, Mikhail. Oh, there's no need.

You were only doing your duty, were you not?

Yes, I was, as you well understand. To be sure, one follows orders.

It's true. It's my job, as you have yours.

But I do my work under my own name. I do not hide behind an alias.

It has been an interesting evening, and now I think it is time to go. May I take

you somewhere, Officer Whitfield? I know how you must feel, and I can't blame

you, but please let me try to explain. There's no need. Yes, there is.

I didn't start out this evening to try to fool you.

I was assigned to the consulate to mingle with the crowd and keep date

from doing anything that might embarrass you, or the city.

It would have ended right there had you not sneaked out with that aide of yours.

He is not my aide. He is employed by the consulate.

Well, whoever he is.

It was our responsibility to see that you didn't run into any trouble, like

incident at the souvenir shop.

Oh, yes.

Well, I am grateful for your help.

And now I think it's time... Wait, let me finish.

I probably should have told you then who I was.

But if I had, you would have called it off right then, wouldn't you?

You wouldn't have gone walking on a pier with a policewoman.

Or come up here and looked out over the bay.

Would you?

No.

But perhaps that would have been best.

The whole idea was rather juvenile. I should never have agreed to it in the

first place.

I'm glad you did.

You are very tactful.

As well as efficient.

Nevertheless, it is late. It is not late.

And I'm not being tactful.

I was telling the truth.

I was having a very good time this evening.

As I thought you were.

But if the fact that I'm a policewoman spoils it for you, then perhaps we

call it evening, Your Highness.

Officer Whitfield, you mentioned something special, a

cultural interest that I should see.

I certainly did.

Well, in that case... Olé.

I don't think we'll get the most out of the evening if you keep calling me...

Officer Whitfield.

Very well.

Eve.

This place we are going to see, I don't wish to challenge your judgment, but I

have visited naval installations before on ceremonial occasions and... Not like

the lighthouse.

I love you.

a commission chief both rear tires flat that didn't just happen where are they

now i see

See what I mean?

A most unusual lighthouse.

Thank you.

You like it?

Yes, yes, it is quite pleasant.

I mean, it is quiet and intimate.

What did you say?

I said it is quiet.

Would you care to die?

I did not realize.

It's not as hard as it looks.

Want to give it a try?

I have.

In front of a mirror, alone in my apartment. I'm afraid I just look

awkward. Oh, I'll bet you didn't at all.

Believe me, I would like to be able to dance like that. It looks most

but... I'm a good creature.

One moment.

I do not wish to be conspicuous.

No.

That was fun. You did beautifully.

I had an excellent teacher.

I'm glad we came here tonight.

I think this has been one of the most enjoyable evenings of my life.

I shall never forget you. Or you.

How about the next dance?

I have a partner, thank you.

I'll shake him.

Excuse me, the lady told you she did not wish to dance with you.

I'm going to buy her a drink.

No, don't believe she would care for that. I suggest that you find someone

I must warn you that I... I

want that film.

Forgive me, perhaps I should not have done that. I think you were great, but I

think we'd better leave before they try anything else. They?

I'll explain later.

Where do I pay my bills? Over here.

I didn't know you were a discotheque fan.

All work, no play.

Quite true.

Then you do work hard at your job.

I do my best.

It's been nice seeing you.

Good night.

Well, one thing before you go.

May I have that stone, please?

What are you talking about?

I'm talking about the film you paid that cute photographer to snap of your crown

prince hitting a man you also paid to provoke the incident.

An incident that would make the prince look like a mere playboy mixed up in a

common brawl for which this country would be held responsible.

Does that identify sufficiently the film I'm talking about?

You're either drunk or suffering some mental aberration. That's the only

possible explanation for your conduct.

The film.

Unless you plan to search me forcibly.

I'm sure you know would be a direct violation of my humanity.

I must ask you not to detain me and block As

you wish

Let me help you

I didn't do it. Are you all right to keep away from me?

Look what I found.

He's gone.

I hope that unpleasant incident did not spoil your evening. Oh, stop feeling

guilty. Women like to be pulled over, especially when the hero wins.

I never thought of myself as a hero.

I know. Good evening, Your Highness.

You did not tell me we had an escort.

No, we just arrived.

I do not understand.

The man who started the fight with you in there.

He was hired to do that.

Who would do such a thing?

Mr. Boudaris?

I cannot believe that.

You will, when you get this developed.

Mark took it away from him just a few minutes ago.

I don't know about you, mister, but I'm about ready to call it a night.

Well, your highness, I hope you'll have a pleasant flight home.

Well, where next?

Well, there's this lovely little ice cream parlor. Although it's really not

ice cream parlor. We just call it that because... Well...

More coffee?

Yes, thank you.

How are the eggs?

Please, Mark, not while we're eating.

Good morning.

Good morning.

Get the tires fixed?

Oh, I got that done last night.

And you're late this morning.

Getting the tires changed was easy. Filling out the forms was a different

matter. Good morning.

Oh, good morning. How is Cinderella this bright and sunshiny morning?

Back in the pumpkin coach with the rest of the person.

Aren't you going to tell us what kind of a guy is he?

He's a very nice man.

Rule 4, Section 7 of the police manual.

It is inadvisable for a police officer to become emotionally involved with

civilian personnel contacted in the line of duty.

I don't remember that rule. When did they put it in?

Just now.

I'll get it.

Don't worry, Chief.

I had a very pleasant evening.

And I enjoyed myself very much.

And I'll never see him again.

Would you like to make a wager?

Good morning.

I thought you were leaving this morning. Good morning, Your Highness.

Won't you join us for breakfast?

Thank you, but I'm just now on my way to the airport.

But I could not leave without saying a proper goodbye to my friends and to show

you something.

An official of your State Department was kind enough to get that done for me

overnight.

My boxing instructor will be pleased, but I'm afraid this is the only print

will be made.

And I wanted you to have it as a memento of one of the most enjoyable evenings

I've ever spent.

Thank you, Mikhail. I mean, your Highness.

Mikhail.

Mr. Ironside, I thank you for everything.

Well, I trust Mr.

Boudaris was properly rewarded for making that picture possible.

We are opening a consulate in Siberia.

I've recommended to my father that he and the consul general be assigned to

there. Thank you for getting it for me.

Anytime.

I hope we did not keep you up too late last night.

I enjoyed the tour.

I'll walk you to the door.

Au revoir.

Goodbye, Eve.

Goodbye, Micaiah.

I was at Whitfield.

You know, it's a lucky thing that he's leaving.

Why do you say that?

Well, I know you firmly believe in our form of government.

But that young man just might have turned you into a monarchist.

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