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You ready for your big day?

Say hi.

All right.

Here he is.

Okay. Oh.

The adoption is complete
and he is officially yours.

Riley, we can't
thank you enough.

Oh, we're the ones thanking you.

I think he's gonna make
a great addition to the family,

and the Morningside
Animal Rescue

truly appreciates you adopting.

So many people just go out
and buy a puppy for Christmas.

They don't even consider
adopting a homeless pet.

Well, it's something
we've always believed in.

And we're so grateful you do.

What's his name?

Well, you can give him
any name you like.

Really? Any name?

Any name.

As soon as you start
feeding this little guy,

he will answer
to whatever you call him.

The choice is yours.

All right.
I'm gonna name him Dasher.

Dasher?
Like Santa's reindeer?

Sure. Why not?

I think that's a perfect name.

Oh. Thanks, Jill.

Here is his adoption certificate,

as well as his vet's clean bill of health.

Everything you need. Oh!

And here is a Christmas stocking
full of things to keep him busy.

Thank you so much.
You've all been so great.

Can I grab a picture
of you guys for our wall?

-Sure.
-Of course.

All right.

Great.
And hold up the certificate.

Say "Christmas."

-Christmas!
-Christmas!

-Christmas!
-Perfect. Thanks.

And this is for you.
$400.

Thank you.
That is very generous.

But our adoption fee
is actually only $250.

We know, but we realized
what a difficult time

this must be for your rescue,
and, well,

we appreciate
what you're trying to do here,

and we can afford it.

Thank you.

It is a little lean around here
during the holidays,

so I truly appreciate this.

We won't say no.

Thank you guys so much.
That's very kind of you.

-Everybody ready to go?
-Yeah!

Yeah.

Merry Christmas.

Get home safe.

One more out the door.

So Jill, how many guests
do we have left?

-Funny you should ask.
-Funny why?

Funny 'cause I had a call
from the city animal shelter

this morning
asking me the same question.

Why would the city care?

I don't know, but they do.

Do you want the good news first
or the bad news?

Oh, boy. Uh, hit me
with the good news first.

Okay.
We'll, we got 15 dogs, 10 cats,

and of course,
a small horse, and a goat.

And that's the good news?

What's the bad news?

We got a certified letter in the mail
today from the leasing office.

What did it say?

Just another notice about an increase
in the security deposit

if you wanna renew
the lease in January.

You know, I keep calling them over there,
but no one will get back to me.

It's like talking to a brick wall.

All right. Anything else?

Yeah.
Mrs. O'Grady came in this morning.

She's waiting in your office.

Oh, boy.

Does she have a basket with her?

What do you think?

I think it's gonna be
a very interesting day.

Come on.

-Let's get back inside now.
-Yeah.

What kind of establishment
have you booked us into,

Your Highness?

It's called Granville Place.

It's a very quaint,
off-the-radar bed and breakfast,

registered under your name,
of course.

Of course.

I reserved the entire B&B
to ensure our privacy

so no one
should be bothering us.

Very forward thinking of you,
Prince Edward.

Don't sound
so surprised, Martin.

Just so you know,
I am fully capable

of managing my own affairs.

I could have planned this trip
entirely on my own,

if not for the eyebrows

it would have raised
at the palace.

Sir, I wish you would let me in
on what this trip is all about.

I feel lost in a cloud of mystery.

Lost in a cloud of mystery?

Don't be so dramatic.

I take one little holiday
to visit my old college friend Andrew,

and now I'm a man of dark intrigue.

But, Your Highness, you are
the Royal Prince of Vallenberg.

And royal princes don't just
take a leave of absence

during the busy Christmas season.

Well, I am and I just have.

I'm a grown man with grown-man plans.

But, Your Highness,
surely you can confide in me.

Yes, in due time, Martin.
In due time.

Mrs. Hinchley left this,

for Winston's new family,
whoever it might be.

I think it's his special
dietary needs,

his likes and dislikes,

but it can only be opened
by whoever adopts the poor boy.

Is that clear?

Perfectly clear.
No one else can open it.

Bless you girls.

Oh, you're saints.

You really are.

I'm sure
I'll see you again soon.

Oh, I'm sure.

That sounded like a threat.

How many rescues
has she brought in this month?

Uh, I think that's three,
but it's still early.

Where does she find them all?

I hope she's not
kidnapping them.

Oh, she just has a big heart.

All right, buddy. Okay.

Did I just see
Ms. O'Grady leaving?

Uh, quite possibly.

Steve, meet Winston,
the newest member of our family.

I figured something might be up.

Oh, he's a good looking fella.

He sure is.

I'm just a little worried
about his circumstances.

Single owner,
passed away suddenly,

never been around children
or pets before,

so I'm not quite sure
what his temperament will be,

but I guess
we'll find out soon enough.

Would you actually mind taking him into
the back and seeing if he's hungry?

Sure. When I was
at Dr. Conners' office

delivering the gift baskets
that we got him,

and he told me he was
leaving town this afternoon.

Won't be back
until after Christmas.

Till after Christmas?

-Yeah.
-Oh, no.

So if we don't get Winston in there
before he breaks for lunch,

we may not get
the health certificate

we need to adopt him out.

I mean, we could take him
to another vet tomorrow,

but it may not be free.
And right now, free is good.

Yeah. No kidding.

Here is his temporary tag.

Thanks, Jill.

Steve said Dr. Conners
is leaving town this afternoon,

so I'm actually
gonna head there now

and see if we can get Winston's
paperwork all squared away.

-All right. Good luck.
-All right. See you guys. Bye.

-Wanna grab a bite?
-Let's do it.

Hello?

Oh, lovely place you have here.

Thank you.

May I help you, gentlemen?

Yes, ma'am.
I'd like to check in our party.

I believe you have rooms reserved.

Your Royal highness,

we've been awaiting your arrival.

That is his Royal Highness,
Prince Edward of Vallenberg.

Ooh,
Prince Edward, but of course.

I'll have Jeremy
tend to your luggage right away.

Thank you. That would be
very much appreciated.

It's been a long journey.

Yes, certainly.

He'll be right here.

Yes, ma'am.

Jeremy, could you see
to his Royal Highness' luggage,

please?

And be extra careful.

-Of course.
-Car's in the front.

Yes, sir.

Thank you.

I have you
in rooms seven and room eight.

But if those are not suitable,
you just let me know

and I'll show you
the other rooms.

You have access
to all of the rooms.

Thank you.

Right this way, gentlemen.

Oh! I got this.

Uh, please allow me.

Excuse me.

-Here, let me...
-I can handle things from here.

Are you sure?

Quite sure.

All right.

And... thank you.

Well, that's mighty generous of you,
but that's too much money.

Is it?

Well, Merry Christmas.

Thank you, sir.

And you'll let me know
if you need anything else.

Yes, absolutely, Jeremy.
Thank you very much. That'll be all.

Now I have an imminent luncheon
with a good friend.

Well, then by all means,
we should be leaving.

Yeah.

Let's change that "we"
to a "me."

I can handle the meeting
on my own.

Thank you very much, Martin.

Your Highness,
this is highly unusual.

Please don't start
causing a fuss.

But I need you to stay here,
unpack, steam my wardrobe.

But in the matter of your
personal security, sir...

No one even knows
I'm in the country,

let alone
in this quaint little town.

So, in the matter
of my personal security,

I don't think anyone
will recognize me.

Prince Edward,
why all this secrecy?

It's not secrecy, Martin.

I'm a touch reticent.

That's all.
And there's a huge difference.

Okay.

Okay.

All right.

You're okay.

You're all right.

Yeah.

Let's get you
all checked out, okay?

Said it was three blocks
to the left

and one to the right.

Well...wait. What?

Okay.

Hmm. So it was three blocks up,
then to the left.

Do you like
all the snow, Winston?

But then she said
and to the left,

and then it might be
three blocks up.

Okay. No. You're okay.

Ah, it's the same thing.

-Cool.
-You'd like to--oh.

Please excuse me.

Uh, I'm so sorry.

Uh, that was entirely my fault.

-Are you okay?
-Oh, I think so.

I'm more just startled
than anything.

Yes. And I can understand that.

Well, please forgive me.

Oh, it's all right.

It's my fault
I wasn't paying attention.

My mind was elsewhere.

Is this your dog?

Uh, sort of.

Do you like dogs?

Yes, I do.

I like them very much.

Well, this guy's
on his way to the doctor.

He's very cute.

Look, doctor visits,
very important.

-I wouldn't wanna hold you up.
-Yes. Okay.

But actually,
I'm sorry for keeping you.

I was wondering
if I could apologize to him

and to his most gracious owner,
if that would be all right.

Um, let me ask.

What do you think? Should we?
Should we?

He said he'll hear you out.

It's very kind of him.

I'd like to say
that I'm very sorry

for not watching
where I was going.

And I'd like to ask
for both of your forgiveness.

He said he'll think about it.

But right now, he has to go.

Right. Yes, of course.

Sorry. One last thing.

Could you tell me
if I'm headed the right way

for the Riverview Restaurant?

The Riverview?

How nice.

Yeah, you're headed
the right way.

Uh, thank you, Miss...

Morningside.

It's been a pleasure,
Ms. Morningside.

Have a good day.

All right.

I don't see
anything unusual about him.

Uh, do you have any idea
how old he is?

I'm not sure.

He was with his previous owner
his whole life,

but who knows how long that was.

Well, he's in good shape.

He's not overweight,
and all his vitals look fine.

Did he come with any tags?

Oh, no.
His temporary tags are missing.

I must have lost them
on the way over here.

Um, but no,
he didn't come with anything.

Such a good boy.

Well, I hope
you can find a new home for him.

We'll try.

You know, a lot of people
just wanna get a puppy

so they can raise them
themselves.

Sometimes with a dog
like Winston

who's had a previous owner,

they can get a little set
in their ways,

and sometimes
that's too much for people.

Have you thought
about giving him a new name?

-A new name?
-Sure. It's Christmas time.

It doesn't have any papers.

We can write in
anything you want.

Why not give him
a Christmas-y name?

It might help raise
people's interest in him.

That's not a bad idea.

Would you mind shaving some
years off his record as well?

Well, I'm already
guessing at his age,

but, uh, yeah,
I'm gonna say three years old.

And his name?

Um, Noel.

Noel.

Right. Noel.

All right. Thank you.

Okay. That wasn't so bad, right?

Wasn't so bad.

No? Okay.

Riley, how'd it go?

-Did you make it there on time?
-Just barely, but we made it.

Everything okay with Winston?

Yes. And great news,

the doctor thinks
he's only three years old.

-You're kidding.
-Well, that's what the report says.

Oh. And I decided
to change his name to Noel.

Noel?

Yeah. I think giving him
a Christmas name

might help
with the adoption process.

I'm just still worried about him
trying to adapt to rescue life.

I need some outside advice.

Outside advice?

Like a doggy psychoanalyst?

Yeah. Someone like
Grandma Morningside.

She's pretty much seen it all.

Okay. Great. I'll be here.

All right. Bye.

Okay.
Come on, buddy. Oh!

You're right.
Let's get you to Grandma's.

I mean,
I know things have changed,

and they're not the same
as they were in college,

but you and I
are the same, right?

In a manner of speaking, true.

But I think the days of being
Andy and Eddie are behind us.

We did have some good times,
though, didn't we?

Dominic, if you would, please.

Absolutely. After all,
you are your own best customer.

Thank you.

You're gonna love this.

It's from a local vineyard

I have a small
financial interest in.

Always the businessman.

Very nice.

Well, also, I must apologize
for being a bit behind schedule.

I literally ran into a young
lady on the way over here.

Really?

Was anybody hurt?

Oh, this is quite nice. And no.

No, of course not.

She so graciously forgave me
as did her dog, so I've been told.

Her dog?

Now this I gotta hear about.

Let's just say
it's a Cinderella story,

and this...

well, this is the glass slipper.

Who's your
little friend, dear?

Well, this here is Noel,

and he is my adorable
little problem.

Well, come on in the living room
and tell me all about it.

I'm sure we can
figure something out.

Yeah.

I sure hope so.
Okay.

So, bring me up to date
on our little business enterprise.

It's been so difficult
to stay silent.

But rest assured, I haven't uttered
so much as a syllable to anyone.

I know. I'm just
as worked up as you are.

Can hardly keep my mouth shut.
Look at this.

Wonderful.

This is impressive.
This is very impressive.

I knew you'd like it.

Once we announce the project,

the property value for that whole area
is gonna go through the roof.

Yes. I imagine so.

But we can't let it leak out
before we're ready.

Right. Of course.

Now, where exactly
is this property located?

Well, I don't really
wanna say until I'm sure

that we have it nailed down.

But when we do,
we're gonna wanna tie up as much

of the surrounding lots
as we can.

And why is that?

So we can lease those surrounding lots
to the new businesses

that will be desperate
to build around ours.

Making a complete financial package.

Andrew, this is fantastic.

You've really thought
of every possibility.

I hope you brought
your checkbook.

So you see my dilemma.

I'm afraid to make a decision because

I don't wanna make the wrong one.

I'm scared to move.

Noel's been so jittery
from the last few days

that I'm worried if I put him
in a kennel by himself

even for just one night,
he might have a nervous breakdown.

And you're feeling stuck?

Yes.

And I could really use
your help.

I've tackled a lot of tough decisions
since you handed me the rescue,

but this one's got me
all in knots.

Granddaughter, I gave you my animal rescue
for a lot of reasons.

You're compassionate
and you never give up.

You never quit.

I knew I was right
to entrust my legacy to you.

I'm grateful for that trust,
but what do I do right now?

Dogs are a lot like people.

They get attached to things, places,

especially companions.

I don't need to tell you this.

You see it all the time.

It may be hard
for him to start over again,

but with the right person, maybe.

Well, that's hopeful,

but right now,
finding the right person

feels like finding
a needle in a haystack.

I'm lost.

Got any words of wisdom?

Riley, I know exactly
what you need to do.

Really?

Whatever it is, I'll do it.

You don't snore, do you?

These cards the school kids
made sure are pretty.

They sure are.

Morning, Sunshine.

Good morning.

I'd say,
"Look what the cat dragged in,"

but I think
your expression says it all.

Flattery will get you
everywhere, my friend.

Hot date last night?

Oh, you're looking at him.

And his new name is Noel.

My grandma suggested
that I bring him home with me

to spend the night,
and let me tell you,

we had a grand old time.

We found out someone's a snorer.

Can someone please take him?

Of course.

Aww, come here, buddy.

Did you get any sleep at all?

A little this morning
when he jumped up

and ran off into the kitchen.

His tag is missing.

Yeah, I don't know
where that went,

but it doesn't
really matter anymore.

I got his medical papers.

-Oh, right. Thanks.
-Yeah.

-Hey, Riley.
-Hey, Steve.

You got visitors.

Thank you.

Can I do something for you,
gentlemen?

No.

But perhaps there's something
that we can do for you.

So we meet again.

Ms. Morningside.

Good morning.

I, um...

this is rather unexpected.

Allow me to explain?

Please.

Hmm. The address here was
engraved on this dog tag.

I found it on the sidewalk.

After we parted ways,

I thought it might
belong to your dog.

So I wanted to return it.

Of course.

I had wondered
where this had gone.

I guess it must have fallen off
when we ran into each other.

Yes, which I'm still
frightfully embarrassed about.

Uh, it's not the ideal first
encounter, that's for sure.

You could say that.

Well, thank you
for bringing this by, Mister...

Um, Edward.

Edward Montague.

And this is
my good friend Martin.

Well, nice to meet you, Martin.

And again, very thoughtful
of you to bring this by.

Just, uh, checking to see
if you guys needed anything.

Oh, thank you for asking, Steve.

Uh, would either of you
like something to drink?

Uh, a coffee or a tea, perhaps?

Oh, a tea. It would be lovely
if it's no trouble.

Oh, not at all.

Uh, Steve, would you mind?
How would you like your tea?

If Martin can assist you,

he knows exactly
how I like it prepared.

Sir.

Please, have a seat.

It's quite a friend you got there.

Uh, yes.
Martin can be very helpful.

So, looks like you're in charge
here at the animal rescue?

I am, as of about
two years ago when I took over

for my grandmother who founded
the place when she retired.

Oh, my. So you were just
thrown right into it?

That must have been
quite the challenge.

It was, but we're very proud
of what we do here.

It's so much more
than just a rescue.

But I wouldn't expect somebody
from the outside to understand.

Hmm. Well, please,
feel free to enlighten me.

I'd love to understand more.

What is it
that you want, Mr. Montague?

Oh, nobody calls me like that.

Uh, Edward. Just plain Edward.

All right, Just Plain Edward.

Same question.

I was thinking that
perhaps maybe you could give me,

um, a tour of the facility.

And I've always wondered
what it was like

behind the scenes
of an animal rescue.

Unfortunately, we only offer
tours on the weekends.

Are you absolutely positive?

I'm afraid so.

Uh, during the week,
I have other responsibilities.

Because we did drive
all this way

across town to deliver
your lost dog tag.

And I would imagine
your facility would be

quite open and receptive
to a sizable donation,

especially during this
joyous time of year.

All I'm asking for
is just a small, tiny tour.

Well, you sure do drive a hard
bargain, Mr. Just Plain Edward.

And you're hitting me where
it hurts, right in the wallet.

I'm not in the position
to say no to that right now,

so I would be delighted
to take you on a tour.

Wonderful. Shall we then?

By all means.

Over here is our D wing
where we keep

our small to mid-sized dogs.

Now,
where do you get your dogs?

Oh, everywhere.

Some people lose their jobs

and move away, or they downsize

to a smaller space
where they might not allow pets.

Some people wanna
start a family.

There are unwanted litters
or unexpected pet allergies.

You name it.

Some animals we just find.

The lucky ones end up somewhere

like Morningside Animal Rescue,

where we do our very best

to find them a new forever home
with a good family.

That's very noble of you.

Besides myself, Jill, and Steve,

our rescue is completely
dependent on volunteers.

At the moment,
we're running on fumes.

Really? Well, surely
aren't there adoption fees,

uh, when the rescue
finds a new home?

Oh, absolutely.

But we have to keep
those fees reasonable.

Otherwise,
people will just run off

to a breeder and buy a puppy.

Oh, I see.

Yeah.

Unfortunately,

many people view rescue
animals as damaged goods.

Many of them are older
and so people think

there might be
something wrong with them.

A lot of folks
just want a younger pet

that they can raise themselves.

Not all of them,
but you get the point.

Yes.

I'm beginning to understand.

Some of our fur babies

have been here for a while,
just waiting.

But we do what we can for them.

Right this way.

And this, as you might surmise,

is where we keep our cats.

You don't say.

But we aren't able
to allow them out

of their enclosure
with the same freedom

we give some of our dogs.

-No?
-No.

They're a lot harder to round up
if they get away from you.

And plus,
they can get into spaces

-you wouldn't even believe.
-Yes, of course.

Frisky kittens.

They're very cute
and quite clever looking.

But clever doesn't begin
to describe a cat.

They're devious, calculating.

I'm just kidding. They're a lot
of fun to be around.

But they're always up
to something.

Fascinating.

My dear, Martin,

you look as though
you've never seen a cat before.

Well, sir, not up close.
Not really.

You've never seen
a cat up close before?

Oh. Well, we can fix that.

Huh.

Hello, sweetheart.

Would you like to say hi
to some friends?

Okay. Come on.

-Come on.
-Oh.

-Let's get you over here.
-Oh.

Oh. Come say hi.

Hello.

Hello.

Aren't you the sweetest thing?

She can be all yours
for a modest adoption fee.

Well, I'm afraid not, Miss.

But she's adorable.

She is.

Okay. Let you get back
to your nap.

All right. You learn
something new every day.

All right.
Well, we're almost done.

Right over here.

And this is where
we keep our special friends

who don't fit anywhere else.

Who do we have here?

This is Tiny,
our miniature horse.

We also have an owl and a billy goat,

and a few other special cases.

Tiny, it's wonderful to meet you.
What an appropriate name.

Here.

You wanna feed him?

Um, yes.

Oh. Uh, Tiny, hello.

He is one of our
permanent residents.

Can't be adopted.

So, we're stuck with each other.

But we don't mind.

It doesn't look like
he minds you, though.

Now, I have to say, Riley,
it's astounding, truly. You are incredible.

I could have never anticipated
what you're doing here.

You are quite the marvel.

Well, never underestimate
a woman with a purpose.

Bye, Tiny.

Come on.

Well, I hope
that satisfies your curiosity

about our rescue
and what we do here.

Indeed, it does.

And thank you
for giving us a peek

behind the curtain of your most
exquisite animal rescue.

Well, we appreciate your offer
of a very generous donation.

It really does mean
an awful lot to me.

Yes, of course.
I haven't forgotten.

Martin?

-Oh. Bless you.
-Oh.

Sir, I would love to oblige,

but our checkbook
is at the hotel.

I'm so sorry.

I didn't anticipate
anything like this.

Dear.

I'm so sorry for this
minor inconvenience.

I'm sorry, too.

It's a good thing
it's easily remedied.

Why don't you join me
for dinner tonight

and I'll make it all all right.

Join you? For dinner?

Tonight? Ah...

Yes. Well, it would be
my honor truly.

Uh, unless, of course,
you have a previous engagement.

-Um...
-I know you are quite

beautiful and, uh,

it is the holiday season.

Uh, no, I don't have
any previous engagements.

Bless you again.

My dear, Martin.

There's a lady present.

It's settled then. You find yourself
at the Riverview Restaurant

tonight and join me for dinner

and I'll bring my checkbook.

Well, it is short notice,

but the Riverview is my favorite
restaurant, so okay.

-Shall we say 8 o'clock?
-8:00's great.

Wonderful.

-Can you believe that?
-Oh, I believe.

I do, too.

What a dreamy accent!

Okay. Cool your jets, Jill.

I'm just sayin'
I'd be pretty down

for a dinner date
at the Riverview.

I mean, if it was me.

It's not a date.

He didn't say it was a date.
Did he say it was a date?

-Your Highness.
-Good afternoon.

-Contain yourself, Martin.
-I am, Your Highness.

It's just that it's wintertime
and I am very cold.

Well, do let me know
if you start feeling ill

or if you need another hanky.

Yes, sir.

I'm so happy that
we could have a dinner together.

Nothing could have pleased
me more.

Thank you, Edward.

Your offer of a donation
to the rescue is very kind

and very needed,

especially this time of year.

And to accept it over dinner
is twice as nice.

I'm delighted that you think so.

Plus, I do love this restaurant.

So you've said.

-Have you come here often?
-Oh, no.

I mean,
it is one of my favorites,

but it's a little above
my pay grade.

I haven't been here in,
I don't know,

I think a year, maybe more.

Well, in that case,

should we make this evening
one to remember?

All right.

Let's do that.

First things first.

Let's take care
of some unfinished business,

as promised.

-May I?
-As you wish.

Okay.

Is this for real?

Every shilling of it, yes.

You have no idea
what this means to us.

Oh, I'd take it,
the tour was worth it.

Yeah, I would say so.

And I'm very impressed
about what you're doing

and how you present yourself.

And I liked you immediately,
very much so.

Well, I'm very flattered.

But, Edward,
you don't even know me.

Riley, I liked you

from the moment
I bumped into you.

And I have a very good intuition
about these things.

Come on.

I mean, you're a very
good-looking guy

with a really charming accent,
and obviously, money,

I'm sure you have
beautiful girls

flirting with you all the time.

Hence, why my intuition
is usually always right.

Okay.

Back to the check.

It says here this is from
"The Royal House of Vallenberg"?

Oh, right.
That.

Yeah, that.

So, that is my ancestral home.

Sorry, hold on, one second.

Uh, did you just say your
"ancestral home"?

Oh, goodness. I know I should've
mentioned something earlier.

I just didn't want it
to be a distraction.

No. By all means, distract me.

So, the truth is, Riley,

my name is Edward
as I have said.

But most people address me as

Your Royal Highness
Prince Edward of Vallenberg.

You're joking, right?

Heavens no,
it's a criminal offense

to joke about something
like that.

Pardon me. One sec.

Are you okay?

Totally fine.

Um, so, uh, you're serious?

So, I was just hoping
that we could skip past all this

and enjoy a lovely dinner
together.

You just wanna skip past
all that?

I mean,
I'm sitting here having dinner

with a real-life prince

who just gave me
a very large sum of money

and said he really,
really likes me.

And you wanna just jump over
all that

and order some potato skins
and mozzarella sticks

-and get on with it?
-Yes.

-Sure. Okay.
-Wonderful.

There's the Christmas spirit.

Right. So, that guy, um, Martin?

Is he a royal bodyguard
or something?

Oh, Martin couldn't protect me
from a fly.

He's my valet
and also a very close friend.

Right.

Of course,
you would have a valet.

You're a prince.

Okay. Uh, sorry.

You just need to give me
a second

to wrap my head around
all of this.

Quite all right. Take your time.

Riley...

if we could just start
this evening over again,

I hope you can understand
why I didn't mention it before.

Look how quickly things
have changed.

If we could just start
from square one

and you could tell me
about your rescue,

that would be wonderful.

Square one?

Please.

Right.

Okay. Um...

well, we're doing pretty good,

except for our lease.

You see, I took over
managing the rescue

when my grandmother
was no longer able to keep up

with the business end of things.

She handed me the building

but no financial aid,
whatsoever.

So, it's on a property
that has a 10-year lease,

but that's up
come December 31st.

And now, they want an additional
security deposit,

which I only
just found out about

and it is way beyond
our current financial capacity.

So, I tried reaching out
to somebody

to see if we could get
an extension

but nobody wants to talk to me
about it.

Do you have any idea as to why?

I suspect that they have other
plans which don't include us.

You see, there's a city-run
animal shelter

and I know that they process
as many animals as we can.

So, I think they view us
as unnecessary.

But there's a big difference
between what a rescue does

and what a city-run shelter
does.

Oh, I think I understand.

If you could give me--

give me some time
to think about it,

I might be able to come up
with something.

But in the meantime,
shall we order dinner, my lady?

'Cause I simply
am quite famished.

If it so pleases your Highness.

Don't you catch on quick?

Are you sure
you're not a princess?

-Martin?
-Yes, Your Highness?

Martin!

Oh, my goodness.

Martin, what's wrong?

I'm sorry, Your Highness.

I seem to have been struck down

by something most mysterious.

Yes. No. I can see that,

but what are your symptoms?

I can't stop...

Oh, dear.

Sneezing and coughing,

sore throat,
tightness of the chest.

That sounds dreadful.

Itching, hives,
shortness of breath.

-In fact, I have a terrible--
-No, no, no.

Please. Please.
I get the picture.

Don't show me.

The hives are the main
giveaway here.

Main giveaway, sir?

You see, while I was dining
with Ms. Morningside today,

she mentioned your sudden
bout of sneezing,

and believes you might have
had an allergic reaction

to the kitten
at the rescue today.

-The kitten?
-Yes.

I know you were rubbing one
all over your face.

You said you had never been
so close to a cat.

Well, today you were

and your symptoms
are evidence of it.

Oh, dear,
I think you've hit on it.

So, what is to be done?

Lay in bed, I suppose.

I'll call down to the front desk
and see if we can have a doctor

come around in the morning.

And maybe they can give you
something

to help you
feel more comfortable.

But in the meantime, rest.

But what of yourself?

What will you do without me?

Oh, you needn't concern yourself
with me.

I'm fully capable
of looking after myself.

You take care of you.

I'll be just fine.

I really think that I ought
to be with you.

Enough chatter.

Feel better, Martin,
and have a good night.

Good night, sir.

-Jeremy?
-Your Highness,

uh, at your service.

Oh, um, please, come in.

Thank you, sir.
I, um...

hope I wasn't,
uh, interrupting anything.

Well, no, not at all.

In fact, I was just about
to call down to the front desk

and see if they could bring
some things up for Martin.

-He's not feeling well.
-I know.

I spoke with him earlier today.
I brought him a dinner tray.

Well, not to be alarmed,

he's not actually sick.

It's more
of an allergic reaction.

He got too close to a cat.

So until I can arrange
for a doctor

to see him tomorrow morning,

if you could bring up some tea
and a box of tissues,

-that would do him well.
-I'll take care of it.

Uh, wonderful.

Thank you, Jeremy.
And if you could just

leave it inside his door,

and he can manage from there.

-Thank you.
-All right.

You know,
I know Martin is really worried

-about not being able to work.
-Well, yes,

it is a bit of an inconvenience,

but it can't be helped.

Well, have you considered
a short term replacement?

It's not that easy, Jeremy.

Valets don't just grow on trees.

Well...

What?

Oh, my. Are you suggesting you?

Well, I could step in
for Mr. Neville, sir.

Hmm, interesting.

I do appreciate the offer,

but to be honest, Jeremy,

what experience do you have
being a gentleman's gentleman?

Well, I don't have any,

but you have a big SUV

and the roads here
are really icy.

And I'm an excellent driver

and I know all the best routes
in town.

You do make a wonderful point.

And while I do have
a driver's license,

I haven't--

I haven't been behind the wheel
of an automobile

in quite some time,
let alone something

as big as an American SUV.

What about your position here
at the bread and breakfast?

Well, since your Highness booked
out all the rooms in the inn,

we don't have any guests,

and so all the employees
are about to have time off

for the holiday.
And as of tomorrow,

I am without a job,

and I need to work.

My, I hadn't thought of that.

I do need someone.

Jeremy, it would only be
for a few days.

-Oh, you won't regret it, sir.
-Oh, my. Okay.

Okay.

10:30 sharp, understood?

Understood.

Great.

And be sure to bring a doctor
for Martin.

And before you go to bed
tonight,

be sure to bring the tray

with the tea and the tissues.

Yes, sir.

Wonderful.
Thank you and good night.

Good night, sir.

Thank you, sir.

What a day.

Here are your final papers
and everything else you'll need.

I cannot wait to get this
little bad boy home.

There's so much we gotta do.

A lot of life in that one there.

I'm so happy.
I can't wait to take her home.

I'm sure she's just excited
as you are. Here you go.

And a stocking full of treats

-to keep them busy.
-Thank you.

Great. I'll take good care
of her.

I already have
our whole Christmas planned out.

Really?

-What about you?
-Well, I don't really wanna say,

but it involves
a really big party.

Okay.

Here's your certificate
of adoption.

And if you folks don't mind
holding those up?

Thanks. Merry Christmas.

-Merry Christmas.
-Merry Christmas.

-Hey, baby.
-Let's go.

-Hi, Steve.
-You look rested.

Thank you.

Oh, here. You can add this check
to our morning deposit.

It might take a week or two to clear
'cause it's coming from out of town.

Ah. Donation from Sir Galahad?

Yup.

Whoa is right.

It turns out Mr. Edward Montague

is actually his Royal Highness
Prince Edward of Vallenberg,

wherever that is.

You gotta be kidding me.

A prince-prince? For real?

For real.

Well, prince seemed
pretty interested in you.

Oh, no.

That kind of stuff
only happens in fairytales.

Maybe, but stranger things
have happened, and do.

Sure.

Is Jill around?

She's in your office.

Oh, what's going on there?

I don't know,
but she's not alone.

Huh.

Yes, and...

Oh, Riley,
I am so glad you're here.

Morning, Jill.

Uh, what's going on?

Riley, this is Mr. Young
from the leasing office.

-Oh.
-Pleased to meet you.

What can I do for you?

Well, with the end of the year
fast approaching,

I thought maybe I'd come by
in person,

see what your plans
for the future might be.

Jill, would you mind
giving us a moment?

Yeah, absolutely.

-So really nice meeting you.
-Me too.

Our plans, Mr. Young,
are to stay put.

I've already expressed
my desire to renew.

I'm just waiting for someone
to call me back.

-Really?
-Uh-hmm.

Well, I'll have to speak
to them about that.

Well, if you're planning
on renewing,

then it's all pretty
boiler plate at this point.

The only thing outstanding
is an increase

in the security deposit.

As you can imagine,
the property's assessed value

increased substantially
over the last 10 years.

But if you wanna make
that deposit today,

I can collect it while I'm here.

Unfortunately,
that does not work for me.

You see, I was only made aware
of these new provisions

three weeks ago.

And well, that caught us

a little bit off guard,
momentarily.

Ah, I see.

Well, no matter.

I just thought
that since I was already here.

Anyway, good day.

Uh, Mr. Young.

Yeah?

I would actually like to discuss
an extension.

An extension
on the security deposit?

Yes. For maybe six months

in equal installments?

I don't think
that's workable, miss.

There's already a firm offer
on the table from another client

for this property

and I know
that the city animal shelter

is standing by ready to accept
all of your animals.

Oh, I see.

So that's what
this is all about?

The phone call asking
how many cats and dogs I have?

You people have just
been standing by

plotting a way to push me
out of my own rescue

so you could come along
and strike a better deal?

Unbelievable.

You know what, Mr. Young?

I'm not leaving,
but I think it's time you do.

All right. I'm already going.

But this
doesn't change anything.

Thank you so much.

Good day, sir.

-Hi.
-Hi, Cheryl

I take it that didn't go well?

No, it did not.
I just didn't realize

what we were up against
until now.

Is it bad?

I don't know yet. We'll see.

-You have another visitor.
-Oh, boy. Who is it now?

Prince Edward.

-Steve told you?
-Uh-hmm.

All right, let's go.

Edward.

Good morning, ladies.

-Good morning, Your Highness.
-Jill.

Oh, my, looks like the cat
is out of the bag.

I appreciate the respect,
but it's not necessary.

Okay.

Thank you again
for dinner last night.

-I had a lot of fun.
-Yes, it was lovely indeed.

Um, do you remember when I asked
if I could have a few moments,

I might come up with a few ideas

that might be able
to turn things around?

I believe
I have come up with them.

Really?

Well, lay it on me,
Your Highness.

I'm kind of in a bit
of a tough spot right now

and I don't know
how I'm gonna get out of it.

It occurred to me
that what you need

are patrons like museums have.

You know, patrons
that will support your efforts

on a consistent cash basis

and give you
a dependable income.

Oh, that sounds great, but how?

I saw this in my lobby.

I thought
you might find it interesting.

The Westhill Kennel Club's
dog show?

I've seen this on TV.

This is like the Miss Universe
of dog shows.

I was thinking, why don't you
put on your own dog show?

A Royal Christmas Dog Show.

Now hear me out.

If you would've stage
the show here,

let's say Saturday,

you could feature
all your rescued animals

and you can use my royal title
to publicize it.

You would do that for us?

Yes, of course.

That sounds crazy,
but it might work.

I have an intuition
about these things

and I'm usually always right.

So you've said.

Jill, how many
social media platforms

is the rescue engaged in?

-Four.
-Four.

Wonderful.

We need to get the message
out there to everyone.

So to start, download my photos

from the official
Vallenberg website

and then let's do a media blast.

I'm thinking every 30 minutes,

post, over and over again
until everyone sees it.

Okay. Got it.

Now Martin is still constrained
to his hotel room,

but he does have his laptop.

I'll have him reach out
to everybody who's anybody

in our professional contacts.

Surely, there's a social climber
with deep pockets

who's willing to fly here
for a photo opportunity with me.

Edward, do you really think
this could work?

Um, well, yes,

as long as we work together
closely.

And we'll just have to work
very fast.

And when you say it like that,
it makes me wanna believe you.

Riley, you must believe me.

I know it'll work.

All right.

I'm putting my future
in your hands.

You won't regret it.

Riley.

Steve, what's wrong?

I just got a call
from a driver on Route 17.

They spotted a stray dog
crossing the road

by the old abandoned farm.

It might be injured
but they couldn't tell.

Okay. Um, I'm gonna need
a catch-pole,

a first-aid kit,
some treats, and water.

Good.

Do you mind if I join you?
I could be rather handy.

You? A royal prince? Handy?

I wouldn't underestimate
a prince with a purpose.

Okay.
Well, if you wanna tag along,

we should get going.
Uh, where's your friend Martin?

Oh, you were right
about the cat allergy.

Knocked him off his feet.

This is Jeremy.

He's graciously stepped in
while Martin recovers.

Oh. Hi, Jeremy.

Oh, thank you.

Here's the address.

All right. Thanks, Steve.

All right.

Well, let's go.

-We shall return.
-Yes, sir.

I love the fall
and winter seasons.

They just feel special,
you know.

And Christmas
is my favorite holiday.

It always brings out
the little kid in me.

Uh-hmm.
Yes, I would have to agree.

You know, Christmas is
a major holiday for us as well.

So with all of that going on,

what brings you here
so far from home?

I mean, I would imagine a prince
would have a lot on his plate.

Indeed, I do.

Uh, but I have
a small investment here

of great personal interest,

a project away from the family
with an old college friend.

Just something
to break up the monotony

of my day to day royal duties.

Ah.

Well, I wish you success

in your business venture.

Why, thank you.

As do I.

Assuming everything goes well,

I would be spending

a considerable
amount of time here.

Well, that would be nice.

Yes. Yes, it would.

Oh, I think
it's right over there.

Yeah.

Okay. Let's see
if we can get lucky.

What can I do to help?

Well, why don't you
hold on to the treats?

Keep those ready.

It might be
our only negotiating tool.

I got the leash and the med kit.

Are you any good with animals?

Yes, I'd like to think so.

Okay. I have no idea if this one
is gonna be big or small.

It might be injured.
It might be scared.

It might be cold.

It might be aggressive,

-so be very careful.
-Right.

Well, I will defer
to your judgment for all things.

I'll remember you said that.

Now let's go.

All right.

All right.

Oh, poor thing,
must be freezing.

Look, here he is.

-Okay. You're okay.
-Oh, my goodness.

You're okay, honey. You're okay.

You hungry?

Easy. Easy.

How exciting.

Uh, what can I do?

Well, he's not running

and he doesn't seem to be
showing any signs of aggression.

Maybe I can put the leash on

if we could just
get close enough.

Um, what if we don't...

what if we don't need
to use the leash?

What if we just carry him back?
He's so cute.

No, that's crazy dangerous.

We don't know him
and he doesn't know us.

Well, there is one way
to get to know one another.

No, wait.

Don't. Come back here.

What happened
to deferring to my judgment?

Hey.

Oh, look at you.

Here.

Do you like a little treat.

Oh, you are not so mean.

You're just cold and hungry.

You want more?

Here you are.

How about we go and get more,
huh?

All right.
Thank you for the kisses.

Here. Oh.

Oh, look at that.

Yes.

Come on.

Oh.

I'm in love.

Oh, my goodness.

You did leave me
in charge of the food.

And besides, I have an intuition
about these things,

and I'm almost always right.

Come on. Huh?

-We're back.
-Great.

It didn't take long?

Well, sometimes things turn out

differently than expected.

And this little guy
doesn't seem to be

injured or malnourished,

so I'm not really sure
what his story is.

If only he could talk.

If only.

-Would you mind grabbing him a tag?
-Sure.

-And can you feed him and give him a bath?
-Of course. Hey, buddy.

-I could take that for you.
-Oh, yes, please.

Do you know where Jeremy is?

He's with Steve
in the grooming room.

Follow me, Your Highness.

I'll show you where he is.

Do you know where
I could hang this?

Oh, I'll take care of it.

Thank you.

So you and Riley seem to make
a pretty good team.

Oh, you think so?

Well, it'd be hard
to find someone kinder

or more compassionate.

-True.
-And she's super smart

and a hard, hard worker.

This is also very true.

And loyal to a fault.

Yes, these are all
admirable qualities.

I'm so glad we agree.

Right down there at the end,
to the left.

Wonderful. Thank you, Jill.

You're welcome, Prince.

-Jeremy?
-Your Highness.

What on earth are you doing?

Well, sir,
I am giving this dog a massage.

You're giving this dog
a massage?

Yeah.
It...it's a part of the therapy

that we use sometimes.

Noel suffers
from separation anxiety

and he's having a little bit
of trouble adapting.

Well, yes, I do recognized
Noel from the other day.

We're afraid he's gonna
have difficulty placing him

if we don't do something
to relax him.

I see.

Hmm. And is Noel
enjoying the massage?

I think so.

Jeremy's got the magic touch.

Who would've guessed?

We wouldn't want
the poor old dog

to spend the rest of his life
in a rescue.

Well, no, of course not.
That would be a pity.

Steve, something's going on
in the lobby with Riley.

It sounds like an argument.

-You better come.
-With Riley?

Yeah.

All right.
Uh, can you put Noel up for me?

Yeah, sure.

I'm sorry, buddy.

It's okay.

I thought I made myself
perfectly clear to you

this morning, Mr. Young.

You did, Miss, but it's my duty

to hand you these papers.

It's not like
I'm trying to serve you

-with a lawsuit or anything.
-Then why are you here?

Because I need to make sure
you have a copy

of these documents.

-May I be of any assistance?
-I'm not sure,

but if you can talk any sense
to this young lady,

please go right ahead.

May I?

Thank you.

This is nothing.

These documents simply outline

the condition
the building must be in

if you decide to vacate
January 1st, and that's it.

-Which we're not.
-Okay, fine.

But there's no reason for you
not to accept them.

The terms have changed
since the lease

was first signed 10 years ago.

And by law,
I have to give them to you.

And now you have, so please.

Edward!

I was gonna give you a call.

Andrew, what are you doing here?

So you two have already met?

Uh, do you two know each other?

What are you talking about?

So what do you think
of our property?

Is this not the perfect location
for Park Royal or what?

Andrew, our property...oh.

For the Park Royal construction?

Well, there's still
a few bugs to be worked out,

of course, but I understand
things are looking pretty good.

Yes, they are.

Edward, what's going on?

Miss, this is my future tenant,
Andrew.

This is my business partner,

Prince Edward of Vallenberg.

Business partner?

Future tenant?

You're in business
with these people?

This can't be happening.

I...Riley, there seems to be
a bit of confusion.

Yeah, believe me,
I'm just as surprised as anyone.

I hardly doubt that's possible.

How could you do this to me?

Well, I didn't.

You see...um, maybe I did.

I trusted you.

I thought
you really wanted to help me.

I thought you cared about me.

You made me feel like
I was living in a fairy tale.

-Whoa.
-The way you looked at me.

The way you spoke to me.

The way you touched my hand.

Thought I was living in a dream.

But this is no dream.

This is a nightmare.

No, please don't say that.
I had no idea.

Let me explain.
This is a big mistake.

Oh, it absolutely was a mistake,

but it was mine.

Well, that could have
gone better.

But you'll get over it.

Maybe we better go now.

-No.
-Sir, I think he's right.

I think a cooling-off period is
exactly what's needed right now.

But I must speak with her.

Well, you do what you want,
but I'm out of here.

This is getting
too weird for me.

Edward, remember,
you're very important person.

And you don't need
any bad press.

So we should just leave now,

and you can call her later
when she's calmed down.

Yes, I suppose you're right.

What are we gonna do?

Our post already has
a zillion likes.

Online donations are up.

Ticket sales are already
starting to roll in.

I mean,
we can't just back out now.

Well, it doesn't say the prince
will actually be here.

Maybe we should just go for it.

I mean, what else can we do?

I don't know.

Exactly.

Hey, come on. Cheer up, Riley.

Prince Edward said
this was all just a big mistake.

Maybe it was.

Maybe he'll still show up.

I bet he does.

Why would he?

I basically told him
to get lost.

I think he shows up because
he really cares about you.

And you care about him, too,

whether you want
to admit it or not.

Oh, yeah?

Yeah.

Hey, Riley.
Look what I just picked up.

How do you like it?

Looks great, Steve.

Looks great.

Thank you for handling this
with such efficiency.

I didn't anticipate needing it.

It was no trouble,
Your Highness.

Just a simple phone call
to the palace,

although there were
some questions.

I only wish I could travel
with you this morning.

That's all right, Martin.

Jeremy, he's been sufficient,
you know, we get by.

But Martin,
he's of course no substitute

for a man such as yourself.

The roads have been icy

and he's been
an excellent driver.

For that I am thankful, sir.

The doctor will be around
in a few hours.

With any luck, I'll be cleared
to join you later today.

That would be wonderful.

And, please,

don't nuzzle any more kittens.

Of course.

I have received several messages
from your friend, Andrew.

Yes, I can only imagine.

The things in that arena
have taken an interesting turn

and not for the best.

And what of the young lady?

What indeed.

It's all become
surprisingly Shakespearean.

But the plot has
entirely twisted and turned

into something unrecognizable.

I'm not surprised that Riley
doesn't want to see me again.

But Martin,
I am determined to plead

my case one way or another.

I wish you much luck there, sir.

Thank you, Martin.

-Well, I must take my leave.
-Of course.

-All right.
-Thank you.

Thank you.

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♩ Troll the ancient
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-Everybody's good?
-Um...

look who just walked in
right on cue.

Told you so.

Look at him, he is so handsome.

Please don't rub it in, Jill.

I'm miserable enough as it is.

Well, sir,

looks like the show's a hit.

Yes, so it is.

I gotta say,

I do appreciate
a man in uniform.

And that is some uniform.

I think that's what they wear
when they get married.

Please stop.

Well, it is.

Anyway.

Hey, look.

Quite an audience
you've attracted, Your Highness.

Congratulations.

Thank you. It's nice to know
there's still some good people

-in this world.
-Look,

I'm sorry things got
a little out of hand

last week between you
and Ms. Morningside.

I didn't know
we were all on the same team.

Is that so?

Jeremy, if you could please
give me a moment?

Yes, sir.

Mr. Young.

Regardless of my friendship
with Andrew, you and I

are most definitely not
on the same team.

I don't know how to make that
any more clearer than I have.

Well, I think
you're doing a pretty good job.

-Good.
-Hmm.

What's going on?

Why do you look so sad?

Hey, Jeremy.

You should be out front.
We're starting soon.

Yeah, but what about Noel?

He doesn't have a bow
or a ribbon or nothing.

Yeah, he's not in the show.

Too many people, other dogs.

We didn't think
it'd be healthy for him.

Now, how is he supposed
to get adopted

if he's not gonna be seen
in the show?

Sorry, Jeremy.

Today's not his day.

Edward!

I've been trying to reach you.

Yes, Andrew, my apologies.

Listen, this isn't your fault.

I found myself in a rather
entangled circumstance.

Yeah, well, I figured as much.

I just didn't know.

I was only trying to secure
the best deal I could

for the both of us.

Yes, I understand.

I had no idea
that this was the property

you were considering.

And to be honest,

I'm trying to help these people

rescue the rescued, so to speak,

and they have no intention
of moving.

This is not the problem
you think it is.

This is a failing enterprise.

The city animal shelter is ready
to step in and save the day.

It's a win-win for everybody.

I don't think
demolishing a shelter

is a win-win for everybody.

Gentlemen, this is quite
the conflicted situation

that I don't think
will be easily sorted out.

But we'll tell you this,
I shan't be party

to any business
that displaces this shelter. Ever.

And if you please excuse me.

Don't worry.

Once this place
is bulldozed to the ground,

he'll see things differently.

No, I don't think
you understand.

Prince Edward
has just removed himself

from the deal.

-If he's out, I'm out.
-Excuse me?

Andrew, you can't just
walk away from this deal.

I'm sorry, but I can and I will.
Now you heard the lady.

She has no intentions of moving,
so you already have a tenant.

That is
if she's still talking to you.

You might want
to be little nicer to her.

I mean,

who else is here
to get to rent this place?

Smells like a kennel in here.

Riley...

um, you look beautiful.

I guess I should at least
thank you for showing up.

Please hear me out.

-At least give me that.
-What have you got to say

that should mean anything to me?

Um...

I'll be over there.

Yes, it's true,
I was working with Andrew,

but I had no idea

what his plans were,
I only learned when you did.

Why should I believe you?

Because, Riley,
we've done all this together.

Why on earth would I--
would I be trying

to push you out
and help you raise money

to fight them at the same time?

I'm doing this show for you.

I want you to win.

I want you to succeed.

I want all of this for you
because I care about you,

and because I want
to be with you.

And...

I believe that you want
to be with me as well.

I wanna be with you.

That's what you think?

Yes, I do.

Why else would everything
have happened this way?

It'd come together perfectly

because it's meant to be.

I've told them
that I will no longer be

a part of the deal.

I want nothing to do with it.

And without me, it's done.

But I still owe them money.

Something I will happily address
right now.

Ooh.

This is getting
really interesting

in a hurry.

It sure is.

Good afternoon,
ladies and gentlemen.

And welcome to our very first
Royal Christmas Dog Show,

benefiting
the Morningside Animal Rescue.

It gives me great pleasure
to introduce

our very special host
for today's event,

His Royal Highness,
Prince Edward of Vallenberg.

Thank you.

It's an absolute pleasure
to be here.

And before we begin,
I would like to commend

each and every one of you
for your most generous donations

and your patronage
to this wonderful rescue.

I can assure you
that every dollar pledged

here today will be matched,
dollar for dollar,

at the Royal House
of Vallenberg.

I'd also like to remind you

that all
of our lovely contestants,

well, they're all available
for immediate adoption.

They're here and they're ready
to brighten and enrich

your holiday season.

It is with great pleasure
I'd like to present

our very own best of show.

To say that beauty
is in the eye of the beholder,

then nobody is more beautiful
than Luna Elizabeth.

-Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
-Aw.

That's so cute.

Lovelier than a springtime
in Vallenberg,

which is quite lovely,

is Myla.

She's sure to put a spring
in your step.

She's so tiny.

Our next fair lady is Lola.

And we're not quite sure
of her noble ancestry,

but one thing is for sure,

she is quite noble
and she will steal your heart

like the princess she is.

Lola.

Now, just in case, we'd like
to mix things up a bit.

There's only one way
to mix them up

here at this dog show,

and that's
with the very handsome Alfie.

Aww. Looks just like mine.

Now,
if you prefer Golden Retrievers

and they tickle your fancy,

then nothing can be fancier

than the fabulous Kruz,
an outstanding fellow

of the highest caliber.

He's known
for his walks, his smiles,

and his ability to fetch.

Now, perhaps
this beautiful Bernedoodle

is for you.

Her name is Lark. And she
is as friendly as she is stunning.

Now, rest assured,
the antlers are temporary.

They do come off.

Santa's reindeer.

Aw.

A rose by any other name

would only be called
the radiant cavalier Rosebud.

A rare bloom
that lightens any room.

She's not much of a walker.
She prefers cuddling.

Now, finally,
our lady of mystery, M-I-A, Mia.

Nobody quite knows
where she's from or who she is.

That'll be part of the fun
and the mystery of...

joining together
and discovering it together.

One thing is for sure,

she will mysteriously steal
your heart.

Mom, he stood up. He's so cute.

Now, thank you all very much.

I'd like to remind you all
that this holiday season,

you have an opportunity today

to not only change your life,

but to change that of a pet.

And if you have any questions,

please feel free
to ask the volunteers

because they're standing by
ready to assist your every need.

Wonderful.
Uh, please don't get up yet.

We already have
our first adoption.

-Wow.
-And the lucky dog is...

-Noel?
-Noel?

-Noel?
-What?

And the forever home is...

Jeremy?

Well done, Jeremy.

Well?

Nicely done, Prince Edward.

Almost seemed like
you might have done

this sort of thing before.

Once or twice.

-Did we make any money?
-We did,

not enough to keep
the wolf at bay, but almost.

I see.

Well, I promise,
come Monday morning,

Mr. Young will be singing
quite the different tune.

I think he'll be a lot more
agreeable to any kind

of monthly installment plan
you have in mind.

In fact,
I think he might even want

to offer you a loan himself.

Really?

Martin, you're looking
much better these days.

Thank you for all your help.

-Always my privilege, sir.
-What's this?

Noel's previous owner left that
for whoever adopted her dog.

No one else
was allowed to open it.

Guess it's yours now.

We think it's just some notes
on what to feed him.

That's exactly what it is.

A list of his favorite snacks.

And...

a treasury bond for...

one million dollars.

One million dollars?

A million dollars?

That must have been
Mrs. Hinchley's entire estate

left to her dog.

That's unbelievable.

You know, Ms. Riley,

I think Noel would like
to make a donation of his own.

Jeremy,
that is very kind of him.

Looks like you won't be needing
to be my valet any longer.

So...

where were we?

Oh, right.

I was in the middle
of telling you

how beautiful you are

and how much I care for you

and how near and dear
you are to my heart.

Go on.

Well,

I was also about to say

that we could make each other
very happy.

If only we could start over.

Give our love
the chance it deserves.

You really think
we can make it work?

Riley,

I have an intuition
of these things

-and I'm usually always right.
-Always right.

Maybe just this once.