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Hey, did your wife get the job?

Yeah, thanks.

Hey,

you heading off on your big day? Not without my morning jolt of coffee,

to you.

What did I ever see in tea? No idea.

What are you eating?

Nothing.

Pastry.

I knew it. You told me I needed to cram for my final pitch.

That's not exactly what I meant.

You and your American slang.

So we're still on for this afternoon?

Absolutely. But first, I have to go home and shower and wrangle a bunch of nine

-year -olds. They paid for that.

Very funny.

Now go sell your book. I'm tired of dating a struggling writer. I want one

a publishing deal. Whatever you say, darling. I embarrass you. I knew it.

yes, you do.

Now go knock them dead.

And that's another American expression that probably doesn't mean what you

it does.

I'll see you later.

Yeah.

Do you need a hand? Yes, please.

What is all this?

We are making personalized picture frames today. No wonder the kids love

Why teach them math when you can just bring out the glitter glue?

I can do both.

Hey, how's that mysterious Englishman?

Perfect. Yeah?

Today's our first anniversary.

You're kidding. It's already been a year. Wow, okay.

So, uh, you're sure about this guy?

I mean, he doesn't have an Instagram or a Facebook. If you ask me, I think he's

totally hiding something. He's just very private. Today he left a note on my

windshield.

Stay as wonderful as you are.

Love, Anonymous.

How do you even know that's from Danny?

Who else thinks I'm wonderful?

Literally anyone who's ever met you.

And just remember, it's not a competition.

Just be original and always be true to yourself.

That's what you tell us every day, Mr. Marco.

Well, that's because it's very important and you can show it in everything you

do, like these frames.

What did you put on your frame?

So this is my frame.

And I love flowers.

So I found pictures of things that you can find in a garden.

All right, you guys are doing a terrific job, and I can see that everyone gets

the hang of this. So I'm going to let you work on these over spring break. So

it's time to clean up and put everything away.

All right, guys, where did we leave off?

Look at this spread.

You must have been cooking all day.

Not me.

I was busy selling my book.

They bought it?

Gosh, Danny, congratulations.

My year of research in America paid off. English explorers of 17th century New

England. Danny, we have to celebrate.

Hence the lavish feast I've prepared on this very expensive picnic cloth.

Turkey, we love. He's only so well.

One short year, I know everything about you.

We think so.

You jog every morning at six.

You cry at football.

I never understood that. Or why Americans call it football when it so

isn't. You love health food, but you allow yourself chocolate -covered

because you're convinced they're fruit.

I am not that transparent.

One more thing.

You love me as much as I love you.

Oh, yeah?

That's true.

That's very, very true.

So let's eat. I'm starving.

Before you...

Dig into the entree, tempting as that sandwich may be.

Why don't we take a look at dessert?

Danny, what is that?

Sarah Angela DeMarco. I've never met anyone quite like you, and I'm very

I never will again.

You are everything a man could ever hope for. This man, at least.

And so... What are you saying,

Danny? I'm saying that you are kind and warm and altogether a mug.

And so I've called your parents and... You did?

And they gave me their blessing.

So I wonder if you would be at all open to the idea of marrying me.

Are you serious?

This is an engagement cupcake?

Sarah, I love you. Madly, in fact. But I can't make this absolutely official

until... See, this is where things get a bit sticky.

I haven't been entirely honest. There's something that I have been keeping from

you, and I'm not quite sure how to say it. Oh, gosh.

Oh, my gosh. Caitlin was right.

You've been keeping something from me. Wait, just tell me what it is. Tell me

what it is. You see me as a simple writer writing totally unconventional

nonfiction, making his way in the world. But the truth is... The

truth is... I'm a prince.

What, like Prince Charming? Well, I am pretty charming, but no, I'm an actual

prince. The Prince of St. Ives, to be exact. You may have heard of it. It's a

small monarchy off the British Isles. No, it doesn't ring a bell.

Well, I suppose that's how I've managed to keep it a secret for this long.

Just tell me, what is it? What did you have to say? Who are you really? No, I

really, truly print Daniel Seamus Horatio Hughes of St. Ives.

At your service.

Well, no wonder you wouldn't let me tag you on Facebook, and I couldn't find any

pictures of you on the Internet.

I tried to Internet stalk you when we first met. Don't judge me. All women do

that. Sarah, I'm so sorry. I tried to tell you so many times, I swear, but...

had to find someone who likes me for me and not for my title, my money, my

palace. You have a palace?

More of a castle, if one were to be more specific.

Actually, from the late 17th century, when my great... Never mind.

Just let me finish. The longer I went without telling you, the more awkward it

became. And if my parents knew that I'd told someone, they'd have called me

home. But you said your parents had civil servant jobs.

In a manner of speaking, King and Queen of St. Ives.

That's why tradition dictates that we'll need their approval in order for this

to be official.

What if they don't?

Well, they will, so don't worry about it.

And my sister, Fiona, surely has. Oh, my God.

This is just... This is just so much. I need time to think and... Of course.

Please take all the time you need.

But I am going home tomorrow, so if you say yes, you should come with me.

There's some flexibility. It's a royal jet.

I'll come clean to your parents tonight at dinner.

Put all my cards on the counter.

There's a table that I'll hear.

Cards on the table.

Right.

Seamus.

Daniel Seamus Horatio Hughes of St. Ives.

You'll get the hang of it in no time.

She probably had a couple more names to that.

He was telling the truth.

I've pictures of him with celebrities, dignitaries, his car collection,

racehorses. Would you be like a real princess?

I don't know.

Would you have to move there?

I don't know.

Would you still be able to teach?

I don't know.

This is so crazy.

I know.

Guacamole. Guacamole?

Guacamole is correct. Your father and I are so happy about this, hon. And Gates

is such a nice guy.

Can we use the good plates tonight, Mom? Every day is fine.

It's just us and Danny.

Save your grandma's china for your wedding dinner.

The thing is, Danny has something to tell you, and it's kind of surprising.

More than surprising, it's shocking.

You should prepare yourself.

What? Is he a wanted man?

Is he going to jail?

What is it?

Bert, I need you. Come in here and listen to your daughter.

In a minute.

It's a big money question.

Now, please.

All right.

What's so important it couldn't wait?

How do I say this?

Danny is more of a Daniel.

That's your big news? He's changing his name?

No.

Daniel, or my Danny.

Is a prince.

Well, of course he is, sweetheart.

We've always thought so.

Very sweet. No, no, no.

He is a real prince. Prince Daniel Christopher Seamus something, something,

something huge. It turns out he's royalty. Like, actual royalty.

Come on.

Danny, who takes you to the movies?

Then you play golf with me. Danny, who owns a palace and racehorses and is next

in line to be king of St.

Ives. Of where?

It's this tiny little monarchy that... I really do need a publicist.

I've got to sit down. You're already sitting, Marie.

Mom,

say something.

Get the good dishes.

Sarah, at seven, dress for Halloween. I wanted to be Princess Leia that year.

They were sold out of Leia.

Cinderella's what they had. Either way, a princess.

It was an omen.

The only way this could be more embarrassing is if I had been dressed as

that year.

I'll see you that way soon enough.

If your parents approve.

Oh, please. How could they not?

You're a class act, Nanny.

And if you two can be as happy as Marie and me, that's all that matters.

And she'll be a princess?

That's how this works.

What would that make us? I don't know, my parents?

I hope we're as happy as your parents are after 35 years.

A construction worker and a waitress. Not exactly in your parents' league.

Take off the crowns, take away the servants and carriages. They're all just

people.

We'll find out for yourself tomorrow.

I hope your parents think I'm good enough for their son.

If anything, they're not good enough for you.

Don't tell them I said that.

You still haven't answered my question.

I haven't?

Well, my answer is yes.

Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes.

Okay, what do I do when I meet them? And what do I say? I need to make a good

impression. Just be yourself.

Isn't that what you're always telling your second graders?

I knew that was going to come back to bite me.

Gloves. I should have worn gloves.

Gloves are a royal thing. Queen Elizabeth is always wearing gloves. She

cute little gloved hands holding her little purse. Just breathe.

And do I curtsy or bow?

And what about touching?

Do I wait for them to shake my hand or do I shake theirs first?

Do your people hug? Yes, my people have been known to hug.

There's nothing to worry about.

I'm right here beside you. What could go wrong?

I have a terrible feeling I am about to find out.

Is that it?

That's it.

Home.

What do you think?

I think the movies did not prepare me for this.

Sarah, this is... Oh, King Edmund. It is my great pleasure and honor to meet

you. Sir, this is our head butler.

Jackson, Miss Sarah DeMarco.

I'm so sorry. It's just that you look so regal.

But then, everyone does.

Is the king here? Did I miss him?

You'll meet him soon enough.

It's not every day I'm mistaken for an ability, miss.

I'm flattered.

Welcome home, your highness.

I understand congratulations are in order.

Your book?

Oh, right, yes, that.

Have you a second one in mind?

I think that one might be a love story.

Uh, my parents. In the drawing room. I just need to grab my bag.

And I guess that shouldn't surprise me.

Let's go meet the parents.

Everything you imagined.

Nope. His Royal Highness and Miss Sarah Angela DeMarco.

Daniel, we've missed you so.

Good to have you back, son.

Hasn't been the same around this old museum without you. Well, Mother,

this is Sarah, the woman who's stolen my heart.

Oh, yes, the one we're only recently hearing about.

Miss DeMarco.

It's a pleasure, Your Highnesses.

Majesties. Majesties, I knew that. I'm sorry.

I'm just a little nervous.

Do I see her now?

Now's good.

Queen Patricia of St. Ives.

It's the gloves, isn't it? I'm sorry. I should have worn gloves. I have them. I

do. They're just... Fine, dear.

Is my sister home?

Fiona's just arrived from Vienna.

She'll join us at dinner. We'll celebrate your book.

About time we had an author in the family.

We trust you had a pleasant flight.

Oh, it was nothing like the 515 from Passaic.

Oh, that's a train.

It's nothing like the Royal Jet.

Let's just say that it's going to be really hard to go back to economy.

Well, we should go get unpacked and settled in, don't you think?

If that's okay.

It's been a day. It's been a couple of days. We'll continue this at dinner,

shall we? One hour? Will that give you time, dear?

Time to change?

Uh, yeah.

Right, well, we'll see you at dinner.

The girl seems sweet enough.

Sweet, yes.

But what in the world does he think he's doing?

There's a bomb in there.

You can tell me.

You were wonderful. You were charming and... You were wonderful.

Wonderful twice?

That can't be good.

It's just that I wanted your parents to be as excited about meeting me as I was

about meeting them.

Darling, for them, that was exciting.

Anyway, I've arranged for you to stay in the Wellington suite.

As in beef?

As in Duke of.

Stayed here for a time after Waterloo.

Napoleon, 1815.

Are you sure you never moved out?

You don't like it?

No, no, it's fine. Really.

Okay, it could use a little bit of cheering up.

Oh, but this bed.

I could just die happy here.

Not till after dinner, please. There's a thick layer for punctuality.

Oh, Your Highness, welcome back.

I was arranging Mr. Marko's things.

Splendid. Arranging my things? Sarah, this is Lena. She'll be your lady's maid

in the time you're here. Oh, I don't think I need a... I mean, I'll be fine

my own, won't I?

Go on. Let her pamper you.

Fiona.

Sarah DeMarco, this is my sister, Fiona.

Danny... Daniel has told me so much about you, but I had no idea you'd be so

regal. How kind of you to say.

And how long will you be with us?

Kind of depends on your parents.

Well, I'll leave you two to chat. I should go get ready, but I'll see you

tonight at dinner.

Main dining hall in an hour.

On the dot.

Main dining room, one hour.

On the dot.

Lena, you've left one of your dresses hanging.

Oh, no, that's mine. Ah, an honest mistake.

I took the liberty of choosing something for Miss DeMarco from her wardrobe for

this evening.

I pressed it for you as well.

You chose what I was going to wear?

Honestly, I... Nonsense. It's one of her duties.

Well, I can help you change if you like.

You know, as nice as all of this attention is, I prefer to do things on

if that's okay. Of course, Miss.

Lena, we'll handle things from here. You may take the rest of the evening off.

Poor dear, you must be exhausted.

Oh, you have no idea.

Well, you have time for a nap before dinner, if you like.

This bed is especially comfortable.

And we'll see you later. You're so thoughtful.

I had a feeling we'd get along.

Well, is she coming?

She may have got lost.

With an attendant at every turn. She can't find her way to a dining room. We

need to face facts, Daniel.

All I'm asking is you give her a chance.

She's smart. She's funny.

Hardly the first quality required in a princess.

Remember your station and our history.

What can you be thinking?

Sorry to wake you, but I thought you might appreciate a spot of tea to start

day. What time is it? Nearly half six, miss.

Oh, my gosh.

I can't believe he slept through dinner.

Danny must have been so humiliated.

Has he been asking for me? He sent you this.

Oh, my gosh.

He's so sweet, even after I stood him up.

I've got to fix this.

Is he up yet? No.

Breakfast isn't till eight. Okay.

And, Lena, while I appreciate the tea...

Is it possible to get some coffee?

American coffee?

Someone in the kitchen must know how to make it. If you could bring me some, I

would love you forever.

That may only be an American expression.

It means I would be eternally grateful.

Are you all right, miss?

I'm just working off some jet lag.

Great place you have here.

Oh, coffee.

Now I know why you drink tea.

Sorry. Sorry.

I'm just looking for the dining room.

May I help you?

I don't suppose you have a protein shake handy?

Excuse me?

I'm Sarah DeMarco. I'm Prince Daniel's guest. Oh, yes. We've been informed

may be some special requests this week. I'm Colin, the royal chef.

This is my dream kitchen.

You cook, do you, miss?

People eat out far too much these days when it's so easy just to throw together

a turkey meatloaf. One of your favorites, is it? One of my comfort

Did you make this bread and jam?

It's delicious.

I'm sorry.

Am I somewhere I'm not supposed to be?

I admit we're not used to this.

The king and queen don't pop in? Of course not, ma 'am.

But if there's anything we can do for you during your visit, it would be our

pleasure. Well, I would like to talk to you about your coffee sometime.

But if you could show me where the breakfast is?

The dining room is on your right at the top of the stairs, then on the left at

the end of the corridor.

I think I got that.

Thank you very much. It was so nice to...

It was so lovely to meet you all.

As you were.

We're so happy you could join us.

This morning?

I'm so sorry about last night. Fiona suggested I take a nap and I lay down

one second and I was out cold.

Well, with all the travel, who could blame you?

Right, Mother?

Of course.

Is breakfast always such a production? I normally just have O .J. and oatmeal,

or Danny and I have this cute little spot we go to. Local coffee shop.

Loud and friendly. They serve a mean Jersey muffin, don't they, Sarah?

It's a private job, sorry.

Didn't Danny call English muffins Jersey muffins?

We would have to be there to get it, but it's a lovely spot, and I'm sure you'd

enjoy it.

I'm sure we might, Mr. Marco.

Oh, please, call me Sarah.

Mr. Marco sounds so formal.

If that's what you prefer, Sarah.

Wow, your dog is so well behaved.

I can't believe he's not at the table begging for scraps.

Bailey knows his place.

Which is not at the dining table.

Sorry, Bailey.

I was thinking I'd take Sarah into Bridgeton this morning. Show her around

capital. Oh, no, no, no.

Quite impossible.

Oh? You're officially opening the new school on Wednesday. Some tasteful

fanfare. Bad form to be seen in public before that.

A new school? I'd love to see that.

I'm sure Sarah would be welcome. Oh, boring public appearance.

No, let's arrange something special for her. Tour of the vineyards, perhaps. Or

the library.

We have some rare volumes that might interest you.

There'll be plenty of time for wine and books.

I'd like her with me.

I suppose we can discuss it.

What about your family, Sarah? What sort of business are they in, if that's not

being too forward? No, of course not.

My father is...

In housing development, and my mother is in the food industry.

She's a caterer.

She caters to her customers.

They're terrific people. I know you'd really get on.

In the meantime, why not take a riding? You haven't seen the horses in ages.

You do ride.

Do you? We've never really discussed it. Do I ride?

You need to relax.

You can sense fear.

Oh, then mine must be sensory overload.

Why didn't you just tell them you don't ride?

I didn't want to embarrass you.

I didn't want to embarrass me.

All right, easy, easy.

All right, take a moment.

Get your balance under you. I'm going to get you up.

Breathe. Keep your back straight.

Keep your heels under your hip.

Relax the reins. And when you're ready, breathe to the sides with your legs.

Okay? Okay.

There's just one thing left to do.

What? Enjoy the ride.

that everything is so new. And not new like, oh, look, they call french fries

chips. I mean, before you, the only prince that I'd ever seen in person was

guy singing Little Red Corvette at Madison Square Garden.

I'm just Danny. You're just Sarah.

Everything else will sort itself out.

I just want to impress your parents.

You know, everything sounds so good in my head, but when it comes out of my

mouth... You could have told them your father's in construction and your

mother's a waitress. There's no shame in that.

I know, I know, and that's what I'm talking about. I just...

I get so nervous.

Oh, you are such a beauty.

How could I have ever been afraid of you?

That's it, straight from the horse's mouth.

Everyone is going to love you.

No.

Well, you have excellent taste, Your Highness.

That's true, I do.

Hello. Morning, Randall.

You're up early.

Always, miss.

My twins have me up at the crack of dawn anyway.

Oh, you have twins?

Turned seven this week. Quite the handful. Oh, gosh, don't I know. I have

dozen of my own.

I'm a teacher.

Very good, miss. You had me worried.

Oh, these are beautiful.

You know, my room is desperate for some color.

Do you think anyone would mind?

For a gift to the prince himself?

Please.

This for that protein shake?

Fair trade?

I think I'm getting the better end of the bargain here.

Oh, wow.

If you have a couple extra, you know who'd really appreciate these?

For us, miss.

Compliments of the kitchen.

I can't imagine what you were thinking, bringing her here.

You know as well as I, this can never work out. Maybe I'll surprise you.

Maybe she'll surprise you.

I'm afraid she is the one in for a surprise.

Have you told her?

Have I told her?

That marriage is out of the question.

You haven't, have you?

Daniel, you know you can't marry a commoner.

I mean, why do you think Mother doesn't want you seen together in public?

The reporters would have a field day.

Or do you plan to fly against a thousand years of St. Ives tradition?

It's a new world, Fiona.

Anything is possible.

In America?

Perhaps. But you're not in New Jersey anymore.

Mom, you should see this place. It's like a palace.

Well, of course it's a palace. It's a palace.

How's Danny? He's fine. The same. Except my boyfriend is heir to the throne, and

whoever thought I'd find use for a sentence like that?

It's so much responsibility.

Is everyone nice to you?

Oh, yeah. We're like family already.

Inseparable. But, Mom, I need to get dressed for dinner. There is a table

of royalty tonight.

Dukes, Arles, Countesses, Countess I.

Count I?

Well, don't let it go to your head.

I want to recognize you when you come home. Don't be silly, Mom.

But I need to go. I have to figure out what I'm going to wear tonight.

Give Dad a kiss for me. I love you both.

Love you, too.

Oh, Bailey, what should I wear tonight?

What should I wear?

Which do you like better?

What's all this?

In case you wanted to expand your wardrobe a bit, the royal shopper sent

over. I have a royal shopper? Mm -hmm.

Oh.

Oh, that's too generous.

I'll be fine with my own clothes.

If you're sure, miss.

On second thought, if someone went to all that trouble, it would only be

I hoped you might say that.

Oh, that's so pretty.

Daniel,

darling, it's been eight years.

You look dashing as ever. It seems America has agreed with you. Thank you,

Countess. I owe it all to Sarah here.

Yes, we're very happy to have Sarah visit in for a short time.

You look lovely, dear.

Oh, thank you. The Royal Shop are kind of winter town on me.

But everything's on loan. You won't be charged for anything. And if you are, I

promise to pay you back.

Ah, here comes the next course, just in time.

We're still looking forward to the spring garden at the end. An annual

celebration of the season.

You'll enjoy it, I'm sure.

Mother gets a chance to show off her prized daffodils.

Speaking of which, I hear someone picked her way through the garden this

morning. Oh, the flowers were beautiful. They were just begging to be picked.

Was that not okay? My wife is notoriously particular about her garden.

Oh, I'm so sorry. I had no idea. I promise it won't happen again.

Please don't be mad at Randall. The gardener? Yeah.

Did you know that it's his twin's birthday this week?

This salmon is delicious, Your Majesty.

Credit goes entirely to our kitchen.

The kitchen is incredible. My entire apartment could fit in the pastry

department alone.

You've been to the kitchen?

One has to wonder if there's any of the staff you haven't met as yet.

Danny, I'm hopeless.

I said everything wrong, and I made such a mess of things.

Where's that confident overachiever I fell in love with?

Practicing her way for tomorrow's dedication.

I'm serious.

If I can't make it through a meal, how can I convince them that I can change

enough to fit in?

Well, we're not going to change you.

We're going to change them.

You have everything it takes to be a princess.

There's just so much.

Even your sky looks bigger here.

Look at all the stars.

Pick one.

Why? Pick your favorite. It's yours.

I'm a prince. I can do that sort of thing.

Okay.

We'll choose that one.

An excellent choice.

Now make a wish.

What did you wish for?

I can't tell you that. If I do, it won't come true. No, that's just with

birthdays. When you wish on a star, you have to tell.

No. Don't look at me. I didn't make the rules.

Well, in that case, I wish that I could make it through the week without making

a complete fool of myself.

And if not, there's a dungeon.

Why aren't you coming?

You know, I think I'd rather hang here and watch.

I won't get in the way, and I have a great view.

Go do your penciling thing.

I'm fine, really.

Go. All right.

I'll be right back.

I'm just going to make a speech, cut a ribbon, and not even know I'm gone.

You're on now.

Thank you for this truly unexpected homecoming celebration. We are here

rededicate this building as a new educational facility.

serve the children of Bridgton.

And so, as representative of your royal family, I hereby declare this school

open to serve our community.

Thank you.

Well, hello. It's nice to meet you. My name is Sarah.

Do you know the prince?

I do.

Are you a princess?

No, but maybe someday.

Well, you know what the great news is, is that all of you can be whatever it is

you want to be. I think I went to be a doctor for animals, and Simon wants to

skate. Wow, that's very exciting.

It was so lovely to meet all of you, and I hope that I get to see you again.

Bye. Bye, Sarah.

You were terrific.

Not too boring.

Just the right amount.

I'm so proud of you.

You know what happened.

Yes, I'm afraid.

It happened.

Oh, dear.

It's not the girl's fault. She didn't know.

Where are they now?

I believe the couple has gone picnicking.

At a time like this?

Let us know the minute they're back. The very minute.

I hear that Bailey is taken to finding his way into your bed.

Next thing you know, he'll be at your feet at dinner.

Your mom would love that.

These cookies taste suspiciously familiar.

Well, they should. I gave the chef my recipe.

Don't tell Mother that. She was appalled you even knew where the kitchen is.

You were so in your element yesterday with those children. They were adorable,

weren't they?

You were, too.

So calm and confident.

It looked like that, did it?

You weren't?

No, for the royal secret.

Even people who were born into it feel this way. A knife in a fishbowl and all.

The fear that someone will discover you hopelessly ordinary.

You? Me, mother, father, anyone with a title.

The only thing that makes us special is tradition.

It seems like tradition is everything to your family.

It is.

For better or for worse.

It really is.

You need to make it clear to him, mother.

Sooner rather than later.

He's had relationships before. They come, they go.

Shouldn't have to tell Daniel what he already knows.

He's in love.

He's not thinking.

In that state, who knows what he might do?

Something foolish, I'm sure.

I think it's serious this time. If he marries this girl, he can't take the

throne, and that would make... Would make you queen.

Eventually, it should have come to that.

No, you're right, my darling. I need to speak plainly to him.

Remind him what's at stake.

Well, you could do that.

Yes, but you know how headstrong he is.

Before you say anything, let me see if there's something I can do to help.

Oh, it's Caitlin.

What's up?

She wants me to call my mom.

Mom?

Circus in our front yard.

Reporters and TV crews.

Something about you and Danny?

What are you doing over there?

What is it?

We're having a picnic.

I don't think this is about a picnic.

As long as you're okay, honey.

I gotta go.

Wait, Mom.

Don't talk to anyone until I call you back.

What is it?

A circus has come to town.

It looks like we're in the center ring.

Captain Company.

Were your parents awfully mad?

They were less than thrilled about this, as you might imagine.

And not being kicked out?

Never. I think they'd face an insurrection if they tried to send you

You've built quite a fan club.

Jackson tells me the kitchen has been buzzing about your visits.

The gardener is naming a rose after you. Your lady's maid said you shared your

nail polish with her. And none of the guards love the baskets of muffins you

bring around. But those poor guys are out there for hours with nothing to eat.

Is that so bad?

No.

It's one of the many reasons I love you.

I hope I'm not interrupting.

You're here to rub it in?

How you misjudge me. I came to help.

I know I haven't been the most gracious host since Sarah's been here, but this

is all such an adjustment.

Maybe there is a way I can help convince our parents that this relationship is

right. For everyone.

If I may say, please.

Royalty is a complicated business. Lots of rules, both written and implied.

Like it or not, Daniel and I have to live with them. Which means to impress

parents and welcome you into our family, you'll have to abide by them as well.

But how am I supposed to follow the rules? I don't even know what they are.

You can't.

But I have a thought.

We need to put away your things while you're here and select more suitable

options. Suitable.

Nothing too bright or low -cut. No large bags, no wedges. Queen hates those. No

red nail polish, much as I love it on you.

You're kidding. Only natural tones, if at all. What about lipstick? Yes, but

bright again is a big no -no.

I'm still putting that in the wing column. And if you must cross your legs,

at the ankle.

One must never seem less than happy, cheerful at all costs, and never

about not feeling well.

Or appear cross with anyone in public.

Especially Daniel.

Underline that one.

What if you're being impossible?

Underline it twice.

No, no, no. When exiting a vehicle, it is important that the knees are

Always.

Swivel and stand.

Swivel and stand.

Very good, Miss.

Perfect. Great.

A day of lessons, and all that I've learned how to do is get out of a car.

Once

you're

at an event, you can hug a commoner, but only one. You don't want to appear too

touchy.

I'm a hugger. Is that negotiable? Sadly, no.

No autograph, no selfie, no conversations longer than two minutes.

Hello, thank you, and on to the next.

It's like an assembly line.

If someone offers you a gift, no matter how bizarre, you must accept it

graciously. It's quite lovely.

I was once handed a ten -foot boa constrictor.

And always allow Daniel to walk ahead of you. You don't want to appear that

you're leading him.

We'll talk about that one.

Don't share beauty tips.

Or diet tips. Or fitness tips.

What have they got against fitness?

It makes one seem superficial.

According to this website, it all boils down to don't stand out.

Is that everything? Please tell me that's everything.

It's a start.

And enough for now. There is one more item. You must always gaze adoringly at

me.

Okay, you made that one up.

No, he didn't.

It's right here.

It's your job to make him look good.

Hey, you wanted to know.

It's no use, Lena. Even with all these rules, I'm in such trouble. Not at all.

Look how far you've come.

Remember when you wouldn't even let me select an outfit for you?

You're becoming a real princess.

The world has come to believe that you and Sarah are having a fling.

Royal affairs.

The tabloids have it? That's not true.

Our point exactly.

We do not have affairs.

Especially not in the newspapers.

She touched my hand. The kiss, it was nothing. No, your parents are right,

Daniel. You must forgive me, Your Majesty.

You agree?

Nevertheless, as a result, the Queen and I have come up with a solution which

might put the whispers to rest.

Lucy and I still have the guillotine. I'm thinking of France, dear. We plan to

use the occasion of this weekend's spring gala to celebrate the warm

between our two families.

Well, thank you. You do know this is more than a friendship.

We will present your relationship as an innocent transatlantic friendship, a

happy result of your recent time in the United States. That will both explain

your friendly connection and allow you both to appear at the ball without

raising eyebrows.

Thank you, Your Majesty.

We've also decided to include your parents, Sarah, to complete the picture.

Bring them here?

Oh, they would love that.

They've already been contacted.

The report is they're pleased.

At least it's assumed. That's what's meant by, it's like we won the lottery.

Do you think this could work?

That we could go out in public together?

Well, it's a start.

I told you they'd come around eventually.

So this spring gala, it's really a big deal?

The Lantern Festival and the entire Independence Celebration. There'll be

and dancing.

We'll see.

Are we doing the right thing by Daniel, do you think?

There has never been a commoner in this family.

And as long as I have something to say about it, and I do, there never will be.

They can't possibly fit in.

Daniel will see that. He'll come to his senses.

This whole business can be put to rest once and for all.

I suppose.

Our son will thank us eventually.

Oh, Bert, you're not going to believe this place.

And everybody's outside.

How friendly.

Tag me in those. You got it.

Mr. and Mrs. DeMarco, welcome to St. Ives. I'm Jackson.

Just Jackson?

Yes, sir.

It's a pleasure, Jackson.

I'm Bert, my wife Marie.

I trust you had a good flight?

Oh, that was something else.

Have you ever been in a private jet?

Uh, ma 'am, I can't say that I have. Us either.

Let alone a royal one.

Trust me, you'd love it. I imagine I would, ma 'am.

Mom! Dad!

Hey, honey!

Here's a girl.

Oh, let me look at you!

You're like a magazine cover.

It's the royal look.

I have my own shopper. They go to the store for you? They have a royal

everything. A royal shopper, a royal chef, a royal gardener.

They don't mow their own lawn? Bert, don't embarrass yourself.

It's a joke. Lighten up, Marie.

It's not lucky to save for them. I brought my good jewelry.

It's fine.

Hey, Marie.

So glad you're finally here. And your home is lovely. Yeah, I can only imagine

the construction bids on a place like this. I mean, at today's prices.

Well, yes, well, luckily it was built several hundred years ago before the

of labor went up.

Shall we go inside?

My parents are eager to meet you.

Isn't this fabulous?

Have you ever seen anything like it? Don't touch anything.

How many bathrooms does this place have?

Forty -three, sir. At last count.

Imagine living in a place where you don't know how many bathrooms you have.

Your Majesties, may I present Mr.

and Mrs. DeMarco.

Well, since it looks like we're going to be family, Bert and Marie is fine.

Of the New Jersey DeMarcos.

Nice to meet your acquaintance. Dad.

That's not how they do things, Bert.

It's quite all right, Mrs. DeMarco.

What a gentleman.

You're a lucky queen, Your Majesty.

Why, thank you, Mrs. DeMarco. I quite agree.

Marie, please.

And I can call you... It's Your Majesty.

Oh, sure.

And my sister, the Princess Fiona.

How do you do? Your Majesty.

Your Highness.

How do you keep it all straight?

We're delighted you could join us at such short notice.

Well, we couldn't exactly sit home. I mean, an invite like this doesn't happen

every day.

Our lineage goes back centuries.

That is Daniel's great -great -grandfather, King Christopher V. When

original palace was nearly destroyed in a war, he led the restoration, much of

the work with his own hands.

Their family's in construction, too.

As our only son and heir, Daniel will be king himself one day and have his own

portrait up there.

Mother, Father, I'm sure the DeMarcos would like to freshen up.

With all this travel, yes, that would be great.

All right, well, until this evening, then.

No matter what you wear, you look wonderful, miss.

I wish I had your style.

Anybody home?

Oh, hi there.

Mom, Dad, this is Lena, my lady's maid. A maid?

How nice.

They gave us a butler.

We were just dressing.

Oh, like a dream.

How about us? Do we look okay?

Just perfect.

Maybe a tie for my dad.

I'll get one for you.

You have a wonderful daughter.

A tie?

When you see the dining room, you'll understand.

We're going to need a map to get around.

No, we almost got lost coming here. We'll be lucky if we ever find our room

again.

You don't seem quite yourself.

How are you feeling about all this?

Honestly.

Honestly?

It's so surreal and scary, but I love Daniel, and I know that once we get his

parents' approval, everything will be fine. You haven't got that yet?

At least Fiona's on our side.

Turkey meatloaf.

Marie, it's like home cooking.

The chef wanted to surprise you with one of your daughter's favorite meals.

Um, comfort food, I believe he called it. How thoughtful of Collins.

Surprisingly tasty.

Bert was afraid it was going to be snails.

Or fish eggs.

I have a sensitive stomach.

You really should try Marie's lasagna sometime.

I'm happy to share the recipe or make it for you myself. Just point me to the

kitchen. And leave a trail of breadcrumbs so I'm sure to get her back.

So, Bert.

I don't suppose you're a golfer.

I was considering a round tomorrow.

Is there a good course nearby? We have our own here on the property.

I would enjoy that.

Book it.

I will consider it booked.

So, our kids getting married.

One step at a time.

I remember when Bert and I were tying the knot. So...

Many decisions to make. Whose furniture to keep? Do we need both cars?

You live in his place, live in mine.

Well, should Daniel eventually marry, those decisions have already been made

him. Actually, Sarah and I haven't had a chance to discuss the details.

How best to apply our education where we're going to live.

We're hoping Jersey. After all, Sarah's a teacher.

I would think New Jersey's an excellent choice for Sarah.

Oh, get an advanced degree and the sky's the limit. Right, sweetie?

Maybe a school principal.

Well, for tonight, why don't we just enjoy this, um... What did you call it?

Turkey meatloaf.

Ah, yes.

Meatloaf.

Our parent ain't headed off.

Well, then you weren't paying attention.

Even with your parents' permission, how would this work?

You can't rule St. Ives from across the ocean.

And I want to teach.

Can I even do that here?

Mine is a family steeped in centuries of tradition.

We have to nod to that. I'm convinced that we don't have to give in

We can make our own way.

So there's wiggle room?

Wiggle room, I like that expression.

These things are important to me.

And that makes them important to me.

You'll see.

We will have.

You wanted to see me, Your Highness?

Yes.

I thought we should put our heads together.

Plan our strategy.

We have a strategy?

We must.

If you want my parents' approval to marry my brother, I can see how much

loves you.

But your parents haven't helped the situation.

Though that was my mother's idea, and I tried to stop it. You didn't want my

parents to come?

They're charming. So, very real.

Truly. But this weekend's gala will be crucial.

Your family's every move, every word. To make this marriage happen, every detail

must be perfect.

This may be the Jersey in me, but maybe... Is there something in this for

Only my brother's happiness.

And yours, of course.

Sarah, Daniel isn't your fiancé yet.

Nothing is official until it's official.

Trust me when I say, you need to take this seriously.

Thank you.

Sarah!

You alright?

Can we go somewhere, somewhere normal?

It's been a really hard day. Probably not as hard as my father's. Bert's

trouncing him on the golf course. Father's not used to losing.

Can we sneak off and just be Danny and Sarah for a little bit?

What did you have in mind?

I thought you didn't believe in empty calories.

When in Rome.

When in St. I.

Hey, hands off. You have your own.

Your liquor's bitter.

All right, fine. We'll trade.

What's wrong?

No, I want mine back.

You're a loyal pain, you know that?

Oh, so we're name -calling, are we?

What happened to the rule that you're not allowed to be upset with me in

You're not the prince right now. You're just that guy that I ran into at the

park that day.

Quite literally. I was reading a text.

Texting and jogging is a lethal combination.

But you said something smart.

I said, look where you're going.

And I said, all I can do at the moment is you.

One of my best, I think. Very clever. Worst pickup line ever.

Sit down here.

I'm going to go over.

I'm going to speed it this way.

You go.

adventure.

It was everything we needed.

Yeah, we almost made it out unscathed.

Oh, come on, smile. No one was hurt and we had a good time. It seems I was not

alone in noting your absence.

The Queen would like a word.

She knows.

I'll go talk to her, straighten it out.

Begging your pardon, sir.

It's Mr. Marco she's asked to see, alone.

You don't have to go.

No, it's okay.

I'll be fine.

Where is she?

Your Majesty, before you say anything, you should know that what happened today

wasn't Daniel's fault. It was all mine.

Yes, I would be quite outside what we expect of our son, but everything we've

come to expect of you.

You don't think much of me, do you?

We sent our son to America, and he returned with a woman we'd never met.

knew nothing about, and whom he intends to marry.

And somehow we were expected to simply accept that.

I've had to make some adjustments, too.

To me, Danny was just a writer who could have fun doing the simplest things.

But he's not that man right now, because he has to be a prince.

However, a prince is who he is. But not to me.

To me, he's just the man that I love.

And he could have been a bartender or a gardener for all I care.

But a prince?

Well, that's going to take some getting used to.

As would being a princess.

Can I ask you something?

Who were you before you were the queen?

Is this what you wanted, the palace and all that? Was this your dream?

Because it wasn't mine.

But Daniel...

He is.

And I hope that you can accept that.

Because I really don't see any other option.

Even if it would ruin my son's life?

How would marrying Daniel... You think I'm that bad

of an option?

Well, I'm not.

You can ask anyone who's ever met me.

I'm pretty terrific, just as I am.

And no one could ever love... or care for Daniel as much as I do.

And in case you hadn't noticed, I'm pretty good at picking up all these

rules.

I would make a wonderful wife for Daniel.

And now, Your Majesty.

Yes?

I should check on my parents.

Jackson, do you have a second?

Of course, miss.

Between us, what would happen if Danny and I were to get married?

He would be very happy, I would imagine.

No, I mean, would there be any consequences?

Of course, he would have to give up the throne.

He wouldn't be a prince?

Oh, he would still be a prince.

But by marrying a commoner, no offense meant he would never be allowed to rule.

Well, then who... Fiona.

Being the next in line, she would wear the crown.

It's the St. Ives tradition.

And Dany can't change that. Only their majesties can do that. And I feel safe

saying that will never happen.

Is there anything else?

No, Jackson.

It's more than enough.

You've been oddly quiet.

Something I should be aware of.

I've been thinking.

We may have underestimated Mr. Marko.

I believe I got a glimpse of the woman our son fell in love with.

And it's taken me by surprise.

She's quite charming, and she's a lot of spirit.

She reminds me of a girl I once knew.

Oh, wait.

And do you know I love you? Well, after all these years, I should certainly hope

so. You've been the most wonderful husband, and you've made me happier than

perhaps I deserve.

You deserve the world, my dear.

I'm happy I've been able to give you at least a tiny corner of it. My world's

wherever you are.

And we have a party to attend.

Look at this, Bert.

Could you ever have imagined?

It's tied too tight. If you dressed up more often, you'd be used to it.

Here.

Have some bubbly.

Mother? Father?

Sarah will be here any minute, and I really need to speak with you.

By now you know she's amazing. She's quite something, yes, but... Remarkable,

I'd say. A perfect fit for Danny. What are you thinking?

I'm thinking now might be the time. The gala with all our friends here.

Absolutely not. I thought we were clear on this.

You still won't approve? No matter how special the girl is, we simply cannot.

You know that. It's how it's done, how it's always been done. Father, it's time

for your speech.

Don't do anything foolish.

We'll finish this discussion later.

Good evening, one and all, and welcome to our annual spring gala. So many

friends.

As you may have heard, we're using the occasion to welcome our son home from

year abroad with his special guests from America, Bert and Marie DeMarco of the

New Jersey DeMarcos.

Hello, everybody.

Hello. And Prince Daniel's friend, their daughter, the lovely Sarah DeMarco.

Sarah?

God, that may know how to make an entrance.

Doesn't she, though?

So won't you all please join Prince Daniel and his good friend for the first

dance of the evening in the ballroom?

Everyone is looking at me.

Who can blame them?

She does look every inch a princess.

Yes, she does.

And isn't that a shame?

I can't imagine being any happier than we are at this moment.

No.

I need to say something. Stop the music, please. Stop the music.

Everyone, there's something I'd like to say to Sarah, but I want you all to hear

it as well. No, Danny, you can't. He wouldn't.

But he is.

You've heard it in songs and you've read it in books.

There are poems and paintings and symphonies down through history that

witness to its power over the heart.

Until I met this woman, I never knew what love really meant.

With her, my life is brighter and richer and happier than I ever thought

possible.

And I don't want this feeling to end.

Sarah

Angela

DeMarco. No.

Danny.

Daniel.

Your Highness.

I'm sorry.

No.

Sarah.

Sarah!

Sarah!

Why did you stop me?

Because I know, Danny.

I know that if you marry me, you'll lose the throne.

And I won't let you give up your future for me.

You are my future.

I don't care about the throne.

It's your birthright.

I love you, Danny.

And I love this place and all these people.

But there's no way.

We have no chance for a happy ending.

Forget them.

Forget everything but you and me.

I dreamt I could change their minds.

Bring St. Ives into a new century. And maybe that's not possible.

But there is one thing I am very clear on. And that is you.

You are and always will be my dream.

We both know that some dreams aren't meant to be.

And this is one of them.

Sarah, please.

I need to go, Daniel.

But you've made me feel very special for a really long time.

And I've proven that I can be a princess as much as anyone without giving up

part of myself.

And I'll always treasure that.

But this dream, wonderful as it is,

Thank you for everything, Jackson.

If I may say so, I'm going to miss you around here.

I mean, we're all going to miss you.

I know you're not much of a hugger.

Indeed, no.

But I am.

So deal with it.

And Lena.

Some cookies.

For the wrong chocolate chip.

I bet they're delicious.

They are.

They're your recipe.

I really did have a lovely time, Your Majesty.

Thank you.

You asked me a question the other day. One that I couldn't answer at the time.

You asked who I was before I was queen.

That was very presumptuous. It was a good question.

I was the daughter of minor royalty.

Title, not much else.

And then one afternoon at the seaside, I met the most extraordinary man.

He too could have been a gardener or a bartender. But as it happened, he was in

line to be king of St. Ives.

So in a way... I've been in your shoes.

And I understand you better than you think.

But things are the way they are.

And for that, I'm truly sorry.

I wish you a happy life, Sarah.

Could you do me a favor?

There's this cozy little table in the drawing room.

That beautiful view.

And...

Maybe you could have a meal there every now and then.

I'd really love to picture you all that way.

Don't you want to say goodbye?

We said goodbye last night.

I don't think I could go through with that again.

Daniel...

When I heard you express your feelings last night, all I could think was, I

someone felt about me the way you feel about Sarah.

And the way she feels about you.

But what can I do, Fiona?

I know my duty. I love St. Ives.

But I love her too.

I thought I could make that choice for you.

But I was wrong.

Whatever you do now is entirely up to you.

Sarah?

Sarah!

We are all who we are, my darling.

Not even true love can change that.

That sounds like so much fun. I wish I could have seen that.

We'll see you guys later.

Hey. I missed you.

Are you crying?

Why are you crying?

Because I was living vicariously through you and now I have nothing.

I'll be fine.

How are you?

Like Cinderella.

In reverse.

Yeah.

Yeah.

And we all worked on it. It's beautiful.

It's you. I'm the prince.

And what are all these little pictures?

We put things that we know you like.

Spaghetti, flowers, puppies, coffee.

These little tiny sneakers.

You always say be yourself, and this is yourself.

That's true.

Have we had recess yet? Five more minutes.

Let's go a little early.

I won't tell if you don't. Go on. Go outside and play.

Isn't it cosy?

Much better.

Right, now we can begin.

Collins, what have we here?

Comfort food, Your Majesty.

Marie's lasagna.

Good.

Bailey, Mother, he's fine.

He brings life to the room.

What I'm going to do, hmm?

Is this a break in tradition?

Yes, I suppose it is.

Hand me a fresh dish towel, will you, baby?

Oh, no, don't look at that again. I've been meaning to put it back in the

scrapbook. No, it's okay, Mom. It's just a picture.

It's a good reminder to be careful for what you wish for.

All I can see at the moment is you.

Texting and jogging.

A lethal combination.

Daniel.

There's no Daniel here.

I'm just Danny.

And I've brought... Are these from... They were fresh when I picked them, but

wilted slightly after the long journey.

Not a word of this to Mother. You know how she frowns on such things.

And the horse and carriage?

You have no idea how hard that was to get a new jersey.

Sarah, I came back here to say what I should have said before you left.

I'm a traditional man, but with your help, my family has learned that some

traditions were made to be broken.

There's a place in my heart that needs filling, and a new school back home that

needs a principal.

And so...

There is no one, not here, not in St. Ives, not anywhere in the world that I

would rather spend my life with. You fill my days with such joy and my heart

with such love. And without you, I am nothing.

So, Sarah, will you do me the great honor of becoming my wife?

Yes.

Absolutely, yes.

Wait.

Isn't there something missing?

What?

There should be doves. I mean, every great diatomite will have doves. I

the dove.

What about your parents?

You don't have to give up the throne?

Well, I would be surprised if you are, but if you don't believe me, you can ask

them yourself.

Welcome to the family, dear.

Princess Sarah, long may she reign.