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Barter and Black Road.

Pray summon the companion elect.

My lords and ladies, please be seated.

His Majesty, King Ulav V of Norway.

To the honor of God omnipotent.

And in memorial of the blessed martyr St. George, tie about thy leg

this most noble garter.

Wear it as the symbol of the most illustrious order, never to be

forgotten or laid aside.

Wear this riband.

adorned with the image of the blessed martyr and soldier of Christ, St.

by whose imitation it is provoked that

thou mayest so overpass both prosperous and adverse

encounters that, having vanquished stoutly thy enemies both of body

and soul, thou mayest not only

Reverse this conch, but be crowned with the palm of eternal

victory.

Congratulations.

I wish George had been here for this day. He would have loved to perform the

investiture and light his beer cup.

Yes, it would have been a proud moment.

For both of us.

And for Martha, of course.

We both lost our spouses too early.

How's everything in Norway?

Well, it is demanding to succeed the king that was so loved.

But my close family ties to this house are of great value for me in my new

I can imagine.

Elizabeth is still so young.

Remember how shy she was.

Yes, it runs in the family.

She has grown into her role, I think.

How is Harold?

Finishing off the required military training as an heir apparent.

Do you know what I'm talking about?

I do know what you're talking about. And I have invited King Paul and Queen

Frederica, along with Princess Sophia and Irene.

To Oslo in August.

Sophia is Harold's age, isn't she? She is.

A perfect union.

So, what did you think about the ceremony?

It's not exactly of our time, is it?

Well, I like that we still celebrate it, very much the way King Edward did.

In 1348.

Our family represents something unchanging.

That is exactly how I see it.

Well, the feather hats could go.

Absolutely not.

The Queen has spoken.

Time is up. Please submit your assignment.

Have a nice summer boys. Have a nice summer.

Let's go to Spikasopa!

It is expected that you will give this speech at the opening, Your Royal

Highness.

The event will last two hours, and we'll return to the palace at 4 .45.

Has the King been informed that I won't be home for dinner?

He has.

Would you like a lift to Stenison?

Nothing.

Governor, Mr.

Mayor, ladies and gentlemen, it's an honor for me to be here

today. Louder!

A significant effort is behind the event, and I'm convinced all of the

people taking part will have something to be proud of.

Sonia?

Eleanor's here.

She said you're invited to a party. No, I'm staying at home.

Why so?

I'm calling Johan now to tell him I'm not coming.

It's been three months.

Yes, I know.

It still doesn't feel right to go to a party.

Father wouldn't want you to stop seeing your friends, and nor would I.

The lawn needs mowing.

Go and have fun.

The lawn will still be here when you come back.

You can mow it tomorrow.

Come and see, Uma.

Hey. Hi.

Sonia's not sure if she's going.

You need a little prodding.

So many nice people are coming, and Johan said they've been preparing

What are you going to do?

I thought I'd be mother and grandmother.

Harkon and the children are coming.

It is six o 'clock.

It's Saturday, so time for a tasty concoction for Ilma and me while you get

dressed.

Okay.

Just sit down when you find your name card.

Marianne, if you take responsibility for Bernard, it's our side.

I see some women.

I probably wouldn't have guessed that.

Well, the painting needs to be looked at a little longer.

Oh, it's you.

Sorry I'm so dim.

Sonia, Haroldson. Uh, Harold.

Well, that's all I've got.

Uh, yeah.

Yeah?

Okay, now we can eat.

Enjoy.

Have you known Johanna long time?

Since prep school.

I've known him since I was 14.

His uncle lives across the street from us.

I'm sure you know he's there a lot.

The Sinison Hut.

That house has been called a lot of things.

A, um, nightmare.

In blue -coloured concrete with glass and glass brick, one critic wrote.

Hmm.

Or a headache in Norwegian functionalism.

I like it.

It's unusual, modern.

It's not so fixed in norm.

I like things that push boundaries, that point forward and not back.

Things that are original, like that bergamot on the wall.

I often feel that I'm stuck in the past.

So, if you're not so happy with what's been, you must know others here.

Yeah.

Wilma I've known since elementary school.

Then there's Marianne, Nils Jorgen. He is one of my best friends.

It's funny, isn't it, that you and I never met before.

We have.

Sailing camp at Hanko when we were small.

You pulled my scarf off.

You don't remember that either, even when you're reminded.

No, I remember the camp.

But not that.

Of course I remember.

Hmm.

So, what do you do on a daily basis?

I work at Haraldson Confectionery in Skippergata.

Do you know it?

Hmm.

No. Hmm.

I don't very often move east of Eggeturket.

I'm supposed to inherit it with my brother.

It's my father's... It was my father's business.

Feels so strange to say it was.

I lost my father three months ago.

I'm sorry to hear that.

You know what it's like.

Who's the parent?

Everyone loves your mother.

I'm sorry, I didn't hear that.

It's okay.

Do you still fail?

What made you start?

Oh, father's always loved us both.

So you have to as well?

Uh, no.

Well, I guess I found out that it's the only place where I really relax.

Out at sea, which is where I usually sail.

You dare to question this?

Yes, of course I do!

I'm doing my own thinking when you present such overlying ideas.

It's completely unrealistic.

No, it is. You grabbed it from me. Yes, what? How's the math going?

How's the math going? Yeah. The math is going better than ever. I'm just

wondering what the objection is.

There are no objections.

That's the whole point. You're a pessimist, Bernard.

I've always said. What is it about?

I'm standing here telling you a little bit about the company you, Nils Jorgen,

and I are going to start once you finish your study abroad.

We're going to combine tradition.

And innovation.

Modern technology and your shipping. Yes, but not all acorns grow into trees,

though. You and the big acorns have a chance.

Thank you.

We'll be doing aviation mediation.

Planes that will transport seafarers and spare parts for ships around the world.

If we get to lead in this field, which I'm certain we will, there'll be big

money to be made there.

There is no air traffic as predictable as transport to the ships.

So you say.

That's absolutely right, Bernard. I do.

We're going to do something all by ourselves.

A good piece of entrepreneurial work.

What about publishing?

No, eventually I might, but I want to go into business.

Or art.

Or both.

Cheers to Bernard's last party in this house.

Cheers.

Did he hold your hand?

Yes.

standing there and thinking, what should I do now?

I think you did the right thing.

What's he really like?

Surprisingly funny.

It's rather cute that a prince can be so shy.

Don't you think he's more handsome in real life?

Now, don't you go falling in love.

He must marry a crown princess.

A princess it is.

Well, at least not someone like us.

And that's a loss for him.

Yes, but I do plan on marrying him.

Why does he have to?

Just because.

Because what?

He's the only Norwegian who has to ask his father who he's going to marry.

Luckily, I don't have to ask mine.

Good night.

Are you glad you came to the party?

Very.

Say hello to your mother and tell her I'll come next Saturday soon.

That's it.

Your Majesty, the boat is ready.

Oh, well, that's great.

I'm used to many shiny things for that.

Because you're sailing, but not every day you get to have that in your name.

What are you doing?

Come on, the regatta starts in half an hour.

You know we've got to go to work today, right? Yeah.

You'll be picked up at two, in time for your speech. Come on.

Mr. Mayor.

Ladies and gentlemen.

So for you, champagne cocktail.

And for you... Cheers.

is important for human well -being and the Royal House.

Thanks to its history and its work has access to many artistic treasures.

And it makes me very glad to be able to travel around and see that people

across Norway believe that art is important.

Yes. You can say what you want, but he doesn't have his grandfather's charisma.

Man, you can't say that about his father, either.

Although I can't... Can't be easy for you. You can't represent your country

looking as sulky as the Crown Prince does, I mean.

Sulky? Could it be he's more sincere?

Maybe too serious. He really does seem rather gloomy.

Enough now. By a new generation of Norwegian artists.

Thank you.

And so the crown prince goes over to carry out the unveiling.

The crown prince is having great difficulty getting the cloth down, which

is clearly stuck to the scotch, and, as you can hear, has created a certain kind

of polarity among the audience.

Your Royal Highness, I'm from Verden's gang. Does the Crown Prince have any

comment on the rumour that an engagement is imminent between you and Princess

Sophia of Greece?

Sonia, you have a phone call.

Hello?

Oh, morning.

Thanks for last week.

Yeah, thank you too, isn't I?

I was wondering if you would like to accompany me at the Military Academy's

graduation ball, Friday the 28th at 7 o 'clock.

Thanks. Yeah.

Yeah, yeah, yeah, thanks. Of course.

That's great.

Super.

There will be a graduation ceremony in the morning.

I can get a friend to invite you on his behalf.

We'll have to be a little discreet.

Yeah, yes, of course.

Great.

One way.

And me too.

See you then.

invited to a ball with Crown Prince Harold?

No.

That's so nice.

How about this?

It looked like I was getting married, but it was just my confirmation.

It didn't look so bad when it was on the hanger. Dad and I thought it was great.

You've got this.

I'm going to make some coffee. Want one?

You can't tell anyone.

No, of course not.

Because then it'll just be gossip and... accessible.

Yeah.

Good morning, everyone.

Morning. Now, before we get started on our... It is rumoured that this woman is

the future Queen of Norway.

On this occasion, I have got a little scoop, a rather unique photograph.

It is Princess Sophia of Greece.

The Crown Prince's third cousin.

This is not my field, but... No, it's not.

I thought we were talking about a princess from Denmark or the

Not anymore.

But the Greek royal family is coming here this weekend.

We'll run this on the front page tomorrow, and then we'll cover the crown

prince's graduation from the military academy on Friday, and the Greek visit

Sunday.

Yeah, it looks great.

Yeah.

Very happy with the fun. Mm -hmm.

What is it?

Your Majesty, cadets, stand ready for inspection.

Good morning, cadets. Good morning, Father Hawkins.

Where's the cadet from?

I'm from Hamar, Your Majesty.

Good.

Now the lion should always smile to watch the sun, cadet.

Yes, your majesty.

You have not had any relief in terms of workload. Your high position has rather

made the work pressure greater than that of other cadets.

Cadet. Crown Prince Harold, please come forward to receive your diploma.

Your Majesty.

Commander.

I've been asked to say a few words on behalf of the cadets.

and I would like to thank the Norwegian Military Academy for instructive years.

It has been an enriching time, and we have learned a lot.

But I would also like to take this opportunity to make a request to the

examination board.

The exam runs the danger of becoming too much like a marathon.

The cadets are not shirking hard work.

But a revision of the regulations could be of importance to the school and be a

breakthrough in attendance for the cadet.

Now we know what the headlines will be on Monday.

Thank you.

Hi. Congratulations.

Thank you.

Happy with the result?

Yes, it went quite well, actually.

Oh?

Gosh.

Better than quite well.

I must say, you're good at leading.

Well, you're good at being led.

You're a good orator.

My favorite was a breakthrough in attendance for the cadets.

You shouldn't really have said that.

Hey, it was funny.

No, that's what the press will write about on Monday.

Were you told off?

I saw it in Facebook.

It seems I'm not that easy.

It's not really that difficult, is it?

We are now in Setesdal, and it's a valley three hours from Oslo.

This house is from 1739, and that house is from 1750.

So, how was your summer?

It was fine.

Quite uneventful.

Mostly sailing.

Oh, how lovely.

Did you compete?

Sometimes, yes.

This prioritisation from Jennifer is peculiar.

Do you know what VG's vouchers for Princess Ragnhild's wedding sold for?

Yes, but if it's so important, why are there no other press here?

It's only us at VG who are supposed to cover this.

Good question.

We're not going.

Until we get a shot of them both together.

Come on.

Could you clue them up a bit?

Stand up straight.

What the hell?

Get the press out of here.

I think it's time to call it a night.

It's okay, we're going.

Have you thought about it?

What?

You know what I mean.

No, not now.

It's been four years. You know how I feel about it. It's middle class and

divorce.

These days, plenty of people marry to... I have spoken!

It's different for us.

We have to consider what people might think.

time when a relationship what kind of relationship a crush

call it what you want but the point where you start to wonder if other women

involved have you got there with harold no you mad

Sonia?

Could you buy it? Yeah.

Hi.

Oh.

Just how your father wanted it.

Yeah. You got it all done, Hakon.

John, take a look around, Curry.

Plenty of dresses.

Cheers. Cheers.

It's working.

Thank you, Magna Hill.

Everything you touch turns to gold.

If only I had the same drive.

Well, how does it feel?

Oh, of course I'm proud.

This was Karl August's big dream.

Yeah. It's a shame he won't get to experience this.

But he'd come a long way before he died.

From having nothing, I mean.

You know what? I can see it in Sonia from when she was five years old, but

you protected her.

Right? Oh, well, but you can see why now. She was intended for something

Our little Karen is not the same, unfortunately.

Oh, thank God.

Depending.

Yeah. Sonny has always been a, uh... Oh, oh, thank you very much.

Sonny has always been a very, uh... Energetic type.

Not that you need that much energy for that life.

Cheers.

Excuse us. One moment.

Oh, darling. What the hell?

Is that legal? It probably is, unfortunately, but it doesn't mean it's

What's up?

He won't want anything more to do with me now, will he?

Uh, what?

What does he have to do with you?

Are you going out with the Grand Prince?

Why haven't you said anything?

It's not really my job to talk about it.

Go out and host.

I'll be there in a minute.

This is worse for Harold, Sonia.

He's always exposed to this. He can't opt out like you can.

Should I call it all off?

I didn't say that.

Someone's asking for the girl who's usually the cashier here.

The skilled one.

The Crown Prince?

Yes. And we know what to do.

It's like a honeymoon. It's soon over.

Yeah? Yes.

Mrs. Evanson.

She was staring at me today. Did she say anything?

No, nothing to worry about.

Oh, and poor little Karine.

What an unpleasant woman.

Yes, imagine having a mother like that.

Sonia?

Sonia, who's this?

Is it him?

You need to open the door. Come on, come in, him.

Ask the bride, yeah, yeah, yeah.

The bride.

Hello, hello.

Yeah, hello.

Oh, my goodness.

Thank you.

Dagny Haroldson.

Harold.

Hi.

Hello.

We were just about to have dinner. Are you hungry?

Oh, nice.

Yeah.

Yeah. Help yourself.

Thanks.

Would you like a drink?

Yes, please.

Yes, and also many pleasant letters have arrived after the trip to Northern

Norway, Your Majesty.

Good.

Was that all?

I've also received a number of queries about this cover.

A number?

Specifically?

Well, many queries.

Perhaps just a female friend?

Your Majesty?

Haven't you seen the feature?

No.

Is there anything the palace can do?

The palace doesn't comment on this kind of thing.

Oh.

Why not?

Uh... Hard to say.

Right. But don't think about it.

It'll probably drown in all the gossip that isn't true.

It can't be easy.

No, but you get used to it.

So, I was wondering if you'd like to join me at the cinema on birthday?

Five o 'clock at the Frogner?

Yes.

Yeah, maybe.

Yeah.

Yes. He's a very nice voice, Sonia. Yes.

When he's finished eating?

Why do you think he eats so fast?

No idea.

Surely the crown prince gets enough food.

Yes, you would have thought so, wouldn't you?

It wasn't exactly bad. It was just very quick.

Was he worried the food would get cold?

Maybe.

Should we have warmed the plate?

He's welcome to the movies on Thursday.

Is this very wise?

License -free, tax -free, easy and comfortable to drive, and cheap to

Tempolet with the robust ZAX 50cc engine is affordable to purchase.

It comes with two or three gears, and you always get good service options and

very affordable spare parts everywhere.

Let Tempolet take you to work or out into nature quickly and easily.

Choose Tempolet.

Yes? Rumour has it there was something special in that picture.

Picture? Yeah, at the Crown Prince.

She's an ordinary girl from Vinderen.

Good evening.

Evening.

So, what have you been up to today?

Went to the cinema.

French film.

French? Yes. That's exciting.

By the way, your stay in Oxford next autumn is starting to take shape.

Some of the most interesting years of my life were spent at Balliol College.

Yeah, I've been thinking about that.

I was wondering if there might be any alternative to Oxford.

What do you mean?

Something closer to home.

There's nothing that can compare to Balliol.

The university is the best that England has to offer. Did you know that they

have educated the most prime minister in the history of Britain?

Harold Macmillan went there.

And of course you'll be able to participate in the social events of the

Royals. We want you to socialize with the princesses.

Rob, there will be situations where the duty you were born to do will

conflict with what you want to do.

The life you might want to live in the moment.

But your duty always comes first.

Always.

Just look at Elizabeth.

What sacrifices she has had to make.

Yes, Father.

If that had been up to her, she'd have worked with horses full time.

She was very shy too.

But that part is.

You learn to enjoy your duty.

Yes. Yes, that my cousin Edward couldn't stay away from this Wallace Simpson

woman still annoys me.

If he hadn't abdicated in favor of his brother, all this responsibility

have been placed on poor Elizabeth's narrow shoulders.

Not only was he king, he was a handsome man.

Could have had anyone.

This family doesn't do that.

Someone saw them at the movies tonight.

Yes, and?

I can still make the deadline.

No, no, no. We won't write anything until we get an announcement from the

palace. Listen, note, it's obvious the king would never agree to something like

that. What are we to do with your sister?

With this, um, Ferner?

He's a nice guy, but are Norwegians ready for such a thing?

And the man's divorced as well.

Uh, would it be okay if he wasn't divorced?

She is not the heir to the throne.

I couldn't say.

The foreign press cover it. Foreign press write about more than they know.

Norwegian papers, we write about less than we know, just to be on the safe

Father was mad when Ragnar Hill married Sibling.

Her marriage created the most enormous hoo -ha that only died down because she

was sent to the other side of the world. I'm convinced of that.

Aspik could have had a dynastic career.

I don't understand why you can't see it herself.

I'll call it a night. Yeah, but let me look into it a bit more.

If they're serious, it's about the Constitution.

Enough for now.