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Um... excuse me, I'm so sorry to disturb you, but are you...

Ah yes, I think I might be.

Oh my gosh! Olivia!

I mean... I'm sorry, Miss Perkins.

I just... I wanted to tell you how much I adored Love Bound.

I couldn't put it down.

That's so nice, thank you.

And Olivia is fine.

Um... would you mind?

Oh yes, of course.

Let's see here.

Thank you so much!

I can't wait for the next one!

Yeah, just working on it.

Cute.

Oh hey stranger.

Sorry. Been on a five hour Zoom with the dev team.

Yeah, that's OK. I get it. I have a surprise for you.

Ta-da!

Happy early anniversary!

Oh.

Olivia, I don't...

I know what you're thinking, we are both crazy busy.

But, come on, we spent years talking about this place,

and I think we've earned it.

Your app is blowing up.

I got the green light on my next book.

Babe, we always promised each other we would do this.

Get away, finally have a real adventure together.

What do you say?

Olivia...

I'm sorry, I...

I actually think it might be best if we broke up.

I'm sorry, what?

It's like you said, you have the new book coming up

and this app is eating up all of my time.

I just think we're on different paths

in our lives right now and...

OK, let me get this straight...

I am here booking our anniversary vacation,

and you are breaking up with me?

I've thought about it a lot, and I think it's for the best.

Wh...

I promise this isn't easy for me either.

OK, but...

Look, the last thing either of us wants right now

is to say something we'll regret.

- But... - I'm gonna give you some space.

I'm really sorry, Olivia.

Me again! I almost forgot, can... can I get a photo?

Thanks!

So, darling, how's the outline coming along?

Yeah, good. Great.

Just chipping away at it.

Wonderful.

Can I know what it's about yet?

Yeah sure. It's... um... just...

You know what, I still have some minor details to work out.

Dear, I hate to be a pest and you know I adore your work,

but you have had three extensions.

I know.

You are slated as our biggest release of the season.

Your fans want a new story

with that trademark Olivia Perkins voice.

Travel, adventure, sizzling passion and romance.

I mean, we don't exactly need to reinvent the wheel here.

You're right, I just need a little more time.

I understand.

And you know I have nothing but respect for the process,

but I'm gonna need that outline soon.

Within 10 days.

Sorry, did you say 10 days?

Otherwise we'll need to bump your release

and give your slot to another author.

I'm sorry, darling.

I...

I will figure it out.

Don't worry.

Excellent. I'll be waiting.

OK.

Come in.

Morning, Your Highness.

Morning Winston.

You don't need to do that, you know?

I can manage.

I am bound by Royal protocols, sir.

A worthy read, sir?

Fantastic.

Adventure, mystery...

romance.

Don't suppose you see any of that on my itinerary?

Doubtful, sir.

Tonight you and her majesty are dining with the ambassador.

Then over the next couple of days,

you'll be expected to accompany her to the UN,

followed by social engagements at the Guggenheim and the Met.

After that, well...

it won't be too long before we'll have to fly back

to Torovia for the palace ball in a week.

Winston, we need a holiday.

- A prince's work is never done. - Mm.

However, the Palace did pass on this letter from Dr Lee.

We're invited to a fundraiser at the Haven Reserve.

Saturday week.

Marvelous. It's been far too long.

- Can we attend? - Sadly not, sir.

It will clash with the ball.

'Course it will.

Ah, Alexander!

Hello mother.

I'm glad you're back, I've actually just rece...

Just one moment, darling.

I've just come from breakfast at the Waldorf

and you'll never guess who I happened to cross path with.

Lady Renshaw.

Catherine?

It was lovely to see her again, wasn't it Ridley?

Oh absolutely, Ma'am.

I passed on your regards.

I can already tell we're going to have a wonderful time

when we catch up properly next week.

Next week?

Well, I invited her to the palace ball.

It's going to be a splendid evening.

Mother, we've been over this.

There was simply no...

spark between Catherine and I.

Don't be foolish, Alexander, you two are a perfect match.

Besides, the people of Torovia expected their prince

to be long since married by now.

How could I forget?

More importantly, darling...

some are like Catherine could make you very happy.

I want to know that you're going to be looked after.

It's a very lonely job being a Head of State.

Pardon me, Ma'am, but the car is here.

Thank you, Ridley.

Once we're back in Torovia

and you've had a chance to catch up, you'll see...

Mother, I'm terribly sorry, but I've just realised...

the ball is going to clash with my appearance

at Dr Lee's fundraiser.

What?

What fundraiser?

On the Haven Isles.

Isn't that right, Winston?

That's... right, Your Highness.

- Why was I not informed of this? - I'll look into this immediate...

There must have been a hiccup somewhere along the line,

but they are expecting me.

And I'll be frightfully embarrassed if I have to cancel

and cause a PR mess.

Very well.

Mark my words, Alexander,

when you're king you won't be able to waste time

on these personal fancies.

Heaven above, you're worse than your father was.

Thank you, Mother.

Winston, do me a favour and RSVP to Dr Lee's fundraiser will you?

Sir, palace subterfuge rarely...

Very well, sir.

OK, Olivia, you got this.

Don't ask.

Sir, your coffee.

- There you go. - Thank you.

So embarrassing. I was somewhere else entirely.

Oh gosh. Are you alright? Yeah, yeah.

- Don't worry about it. - OK.

Strangely enough, I actually just finished this.

Yeah, I've heard mixed things.

Really?

I think it's her best yet, I loved every second.

Oh... ah...

Pardon me.

Have we met before?

I don't think so.

Ah... anyway...

Well, maybe next time.

Thank you.

Anything the matter, sir?

Special delivery. Brought you food.

Thank you, but I'm not hungry.

Still gotta eat.

Every time I try and write something romantic,

emotional or passionate, I just hit a wall.

Then I usually take a nap.

Give it time, you can't rush these things.

- Here. - Mm-mm.

OK.

Mm...

taking a vacation?

- Hm? - Mm.

No, that was a surprise anniversary vacation

I booked for Kyle right before he said we needed to break up.

We always promised each other we would get away.

See something new, have an adventure.

But, surprise, suddenly he is on a different path.

Hey.

Are you OK?

I don't know.

I know I will get over Kyle but...

what if this is permanent?

What if I can't write anymore?

Don't worry.

You'll get your groove back, I promise.

Why don't we go?

- Are you serious? - Yeah, it will be great.

You can still have your adventure

and I could use the break.

We just wrapped on spring fashion launch,

and I am exhausted!

- Katie... - Mm-hm.

You know I have this deadline?

This could be the creative inspiration that you need.

We can do fun stuff during the day,

and you can write during your downtime.

It could be exactly what the doctor ordered.

Mm-hm?

- OK fine. - Yeah?

Oh, we're going to the Haven Islands, baby!

Whoo-hoo.

Look at all this, they've got yoga in the jungle,

cocktails by the pool and...

oh wow, they've got snorkeling on the reef.

Snorkeling?

In the middle of the open sea?

Katie, do you have any idea what is out there?

- No! - OK, OK.

I just thought you might be feeling adventurous.

Oh wow!

I cannot wait to get a massage!

- Thanks so much. - You're welcome.

Fresh air, blue skies and not a sycophantic ambassador in sight.

Indeed, Your Highness.

It's good to be back.

Any messages from Dr Lee?

Ah, strangely none, sir.

Well, we are a few days early.

I'm sure they won't mind if we pop by and say hello.

Certainly. I'll need a minute to get the rest of the bags.

I'll see you there.

I'm gonna take the scenic route.

Alone, sir?

Winston, it's the Haven Isles.

I'm sure I can manage a short walk on my own.

Very well, sir.

And while we're here, try and enjoy yourself...

a little.

Alright?

Yes sir.

Would you look at this room?

Gorgeous!

OK, next up, pool bar!

No, I should get some work done.

So, write by the pool!

It's fine, you go ahead.

OK, suit yourself.

Catch you later.

Get outta here swans!

Bit of fresh air never hurt anyone.

Hey. Here.

You've got to be kidding me?

Oh, sorry.

This can't be happening.

This can't be happening.

- Is everything alright? - Ah.

What are you doing here?

I was about to ask you the same question.

Have you lost something

or is it merely a fondness for local plant life?

Oh, this? No, no, I was actually...

just exploring the gardens, you know,

getting off the beaten path.

Indeed.

Gathering inspiration for you next novel.

Ah. Ooh, thank you.

Yes, yes, I was wondering if you were going to pick up on that.

In my defence, I did think you looked incredibly familiar

the entire time.

OK, my secret identity's been blown,

but you have an answered my question.

What are you doing here?

Ah... well, I...

Olivia?

Kyle.

Hey... there.

What brings you to the Haven Isles?

Well...

you know, you always did make this place sounds so great...

and I realised I could actually really use a vacation.

Oh.

It's funny because last time we spoke

you didn't really seem in the vacationing mood.

I see you decided to come too?

I did, yes.

- I... I'm here with... - Babe!

It's so beautiful here!

Oh. Hi.

- I'm Tiffany. - Tiffany?

What a wonderful surprise. I'm Olivia.

Oh.

I'm Alexander, it's a pleasure to meet you.

Oh. Enchanté.

Ah... Kyle.

Pleasure.

So, how do you two know each other?

Well, we met at a marketing conference in LA

three weeks ago.

And I saw him speaking and I was just blown away by his vision,

so I introduced myself, we hit it off and now we're here.

- Isn't he spontaneous? - Oh yeah.

Well, that's Kyle, you never know what he's gonna do next.

Yeah.

Well, I better go unpack.

- But... don't be too long. - Yeah.

OK, bye bye.

- See ya. - OK.

- Isn't she a treat? - Listen...

I know this must be a bit strange.

Strange?

Why would this be strange? I'm fine.

- Great even. - OK.

Well, maybe we could go grab lunch.

Well... lunch... the thing... I...

Actually I believe we already had lunch plans.

Didn't we, Olivia?

- We do? - Mm-hm.

We do.

Yes, I am sorry Kyle... um...

- Alexander. - Alexander and I have plans.

OK.

- Well, maybe another time. - Great.

- We're here for a week, so... - A whole week? How fun!

-Yeah.

- OK. - Well, it was good to see you.

Oh, maybe let's do one of these.

- Sure. - Yeah.

Great. Yeah.

- Yeah. - You take care.

Thank you... for that.

Don't mention it. So that was...

My ex-boyfriend. Yep.

Yep, I thought they're putting a thousand miles between us

- would give me some space... - Hey? I was just coming to...

- Sure. - Hi.

- Hi. - I'm Katie.

- OK. We gotta go. - Hey!

Thank you so much. Thank you.

Well, perhaps we'll...

bump into each other again.

You are not gonna believe what just happened.

I cannot believe that guy.

So first he steals your vacation

and then he shows up with his new girlfriend.

My app is taking up all my time.

Liar.

How am I supposed to work now?

The whole point was to get away from my old life,

not have him greet me and invite me to lunch.

Mm-hm.

Just give up now.

Relax.

There's still plenty of fun stuff to do on this island

to get your mojo back.

And, speaking of which,

who was that charming young man back there?

Some random guy I met at a bookstore in Midtown.

- Small world. - Very small.

Some might say it's destiny.

Reconnecting with a handsome stranger

on an island in paradise.

- You done? - Mm.

Hey!

Welcome back, Your Highness.

Hello Anna, it's nice to see you again.

Sir...

Dr Lee sends his deepest apologies.

I'm afraid he's needed on the mainland.

A family matter.

Oh dear, I see...

It seems he'll be detained for at least a fortnight.

And the fundraiser? How will they...

They're not certain. It may have to be cancelled.

Without a host... No, that won't do.

They depend on those donations.

I can do it.

Sir? I can host the fundraiser.

You, Your Highness?

Oh come on, Winston, we've attended a thousand

formal functions.

We know what we're doing. We know the drill.

And we have a week to prepare.

We can do this.

You'll be expected to prepare a speech.

Mm.

I suppose you're right.

But my father helped build this place.

It was our second home.

I have to help.

Oh, all afternoon and not even two sentences to rub together.

Oh don't be so hard on yourself. Give it time.

Ooh, molten chocolate cake.

- Hm? - Yeah, whatever.

That doesn't sound like someone who's having an adventure!

OK, I'm gonna go grab us some cocktails. I'll be right back.

I will be here.

We must review the guest list.

The more attendees we can motivate to become

regular donors the better.

Quite true, sir.

And yes, do not remind me... speech.

Perhaps we'll...

Ah, forgive me, Winston, just a quick detour.

Certainly, sir.

Oh and one small thing...

I'm not a prince, alright?

Sir? Just follow my lead.

Well, this is certainly far more pleasant than the bushes.

What can I say, I thought I'd upgrade for the evening.

Forgive me, this is my old friend, Winston.

Winnie for short.

Winnie, this is Olivia Perkins.

Charmed.

Oh... charmed also.

Oh, are you two here on vacation together?

It's more of a business trip.

We're actually here for the Marine Reserve fundraiser.

Really, what do you do?

I actually work with them... For them.

Occasionally, you know, just part-time, consulting,

that sort of thing, working to protect the oceans.

That explains why you've turned up

halfway around the world.

It does indeed.

As a matter of fact, since we keep bumping into one another,

I was wondering if... provided your free, of course,

if tomorrow perhaps you'd like to sample

some of the recreation activities on offer?

Actually I came here to get some work done, so...

Well, hello there.

- Katie... - Yeah.

..this is Alexander and his friend, Winnie.

- Delighted to meet you. - Charmed.

Winnie? That's adorable.

So, what are you boys up to while you're here?

Well, I was actually just asking Olivia if she was interested...

- Oh, we would love to. - What do you mean?

- I have to... - One moment, please.

- What are you doing? - What are you doing?

These are charming, interesting people

that are asking to hang out with us.

Of course we're gonna say yes!

But the book? This is for the book.

We are here to have an adventure.

To do that you actually need to do some adventuring.

Mm-hm.

Sorry, one more moment, please.

Yeah, thanks.

- I can't just run off and... - Listen.

Can you imagine Kyle's face

when he sees you spending time with a beautiful man

living your best life?

Hm?

- OK, I see your point. - Great.

OK, it's settled, see you both on the beach at 10a.m.

- Both? - Perfect

- Great. - Until tomorrow then.

- Mm-hm. - Did she say both?

Yes.

Winston, I never knew you were such a fine actor.

Ah... thank you, sir.

In fact, let's dispense with the titles

for the rest of our time here, shall we?

Inform the staff will you?

May I remind you again, sir, that palace subterfuge rarely...

This is hardly the palace is it?

Nevertheless, you are, if I may be so bold, playing with fire.

I know.

You think I should tell Olivia who I really am?

And you're right, I will, I promise.

It's just...

This is the first time I've ever met someone

the way normal people do.

This is the first time I've ever known what it feels like

to be normal.

And perhaps this way she can get to know the real me.

As you wish...

Alexander.

Thank you.

I give you my word, I will tell her.

Just...

when the time is right.

Yes, Ridley?

All seems well, Your Majesty.

The prince is being rather social,

but I see no cause for concern.

Very well.

Please keep a close eye on him.

Don't worry, I'll make sure there are no problems.

- Thank you, Ridley. - Ma'am.

Now, remember, just relax and have fun.

We're not gonna do anything crazy.

Morning.

Just roll with it. Yeah?

Help.

May I? M-may I?

Yes.

OK, so the key to the forward stroke is to use your core.

Rather than using your arms like a bicycle,

try and twist your torso, alright? It's a piece of cake.

- Like that? - Yeah, there you go.

Yeah, like that.

Hey, I think I'm getting it. Yeah, there you go.

- I'm getting it. - Yeah.

Whoa!

Oh watch out, watch out.

Are you good?

Yes. Oh. Oh.

Whoa!

I'm sorry, what was that,

you said it was a piece of cake, right?

Yeah.

-Where did you get that from?

I am just a talented person really.

- Oh. - Oh really?

Hey!

Hey guys.

Anyone feel like a game?

Oh, yeah babe, this isn't really Olivia's kind of thing.

Oh, that's OK.

Actually, I'd love to play. Thank you, Tiffany.

Great.

Great.

- You in? - Absolutely.

- Here we go! - Whoo-hoo!

Whoo!

Come on!

That was OK. I think I did better than you!

- Yeah. - Well come on, get into it.

Olivia!

Come on. Maybe next time.

Kyle!

There we go.

Ooh.

Yes. Yeah-eah.

Kyle!

Yeah Olivia!

Thank you. Thank you.

It was on your side!

Yes!

Yeah! Whoo!

- Yeah, that's great. - That's good.

Good game.

Good game.

Yeah, you too.

See you guys around.

Ah...

Babe?

This vacation has been my best idea yet.

Mm!

I mean, our best idea.

That's what I thought.

How was your lunch, Winston?

Quite excellent. And yours, Your Highness?

- It's an old nickname. Right? - Yeah.

Really?

Yeah, it's... it's a long story.

I-I feel like I've been tidying up after him for years.

- Oh. - Oh.

I'm so sorry.

Hey, I just had a thought,

I'm sure a Winnie will go snorkeling with me. Right?

Oh...

Certainly. I'd be delighted.

Great.

Can we convince you guys to join us?

- Alright, I'm convinced. - Really?

No! You know how I feel about snorkeling.

Well, I tried. Let's go. Catch you kids later.

- Bye. - See ya.

Something tells me I'm not gonna be able

to convince you to visit the reef.

And what possibly gave that away?

- Well, we should... - Do you want to go for a walk?

Maybe on the beach?

- Only if you... - I'd love to.

Do we have any idea who this woman is?

No Ma'am, I don't recognise her.

Ridley, I want you to ascertain her identity.

Be discrete about it.

- Yes, Your Majesty. - Thank you, Ridley.

No, don't worry, I'll take care of it.

Well, this must be a big change of scenery from Torovia.

Oh, a welcome one, I can assure you.

What it's that bad?

Oh no, no. It's... it's quite beautiful actually.

It's just, well, my family can be a touch overbearing.

They must be proud of your work though, right?

Alas, my mother had different plans for my career.

Oh.

As she often likes to remind me.

Yeah, don't worry, that is not exclusively a Torovian custom.

My mum still likes to remind me it's not too late

to get into real estate.

Ooh.

Ever since I was a little kid, I always dreamt of being a writer.

After I realised being a princess

wasn't gonna work out for me.

What about your dad, what does he think about what you do?

He passed away when I was a boy.

- I'm so sorry. - No it's alright.

I was lucky.

We had some wonderful times together.

He actually helped to establish the Marine Reserve,

so we visited this island a lot.

He truly believed in giving back and helping others.

And if I ever start to doubt myself, I just think of him.

And this place

Does that sound corny?

Not at all.

What about you?

Do you have a place you like to get away too?

Maybe Stella's sandwich shop on West 34th.

Mm, that must be some sandwich.

I am telling you, it will change your life.

Honestly, I've never really been much further than Jersey.

Wait, but...

all those amazing globetrotting adventures?

Made 'em up.

You disappointed.

On the contrary...

you're an even better writer than I thought.

Thank you.

Does explain the kayaking though.

Oh, don't get me wrong, I always wanted to travel.

See something new, exciting, different.

Really have an adventure, you know?

And then once the books took off,

it was all about getting to New York

and meeting with publishers and yada yada yada.

It just... I...

I've never had the time.

Well, you're here.

I mean, you did it.

Yeah, except I originally booked this trip

for my anniversary with Kyle right before he declared

that he didn't have time for relationship.

- You're kidding? - Mm-mm.

Turns out, plot twist, he's a giant liar.

- Indeed. - Yeah, I know how to pick 'em.

That's not even the problem.

The thing is my readers, they love romance in my stories,

they expect this fairy tale ending.

Every time I try and sit down and write,

I just... I can't seem to find the...

- Writers block? - Yeah, it's pathetic, I know.

But I have this publisher who's freaking out

on this deadline and the whole thing is just...

Honestly, it's terrifying.

I don't blame you.

I'd probably be feeling the same way.

But in all honesty...

and this is coming from one of your biggest fans...

you don't owe anyone anything.

Take all the time you need.

And when you're ready for another story...

I'll be waiting.

Um... we'll be waiting.

The... the fans, I mean.

- Yes, yes. - Mm.

Would you mind calling my publisher and passing that on?

Gladly.

Thank you for another lovely day.

Oh, you are most welcome.

Look, not that I'm trying to monopolise your time,

but would you go to accompany me

to the Marine Reserve fundraiser?

Otherwise, it would just be Winston and I,

and I'm really trying to get him to take some time off.

I mean, I'd have to check my schedule first.

Oh.

But I think we could make that happen.

Wonderful.

- Goodnight Alexander. - Goodnight Olivia.

- Come in. - Hey.

Oh hi.

- Sir. - Hello old fellow.

How was the reef?

- It was quite spectacular, sir. - Good.

I trust you and Miss Perkins had a pleasant time together?

What did you two get up to?

Um... we went for a walk on the beach.

And?

To tell you the truth she is...

quite amazing.

It was nice.

What are you doing? What are you doing... are... are you writing?

Are you back?

I don't know what you're talking about.

Yes. Yes.

- Will you relax. - I am too busy been right, baby.

- Doing the dance? - Ooh, ooh, ooh.

OK, OK, OK.

It may have been more than nice.

OK.

Now can I please get back to work?

Sure.

Just because I'm gonna be right over here.

Because I'm right!

She's perceptive, witty and quite possibly

one of the most interesting people I've ever met.

Present company excluded, of course.

Ooh.

You do know how to flatter me, sir.

However, if I may ask...

precisely which Alexander is she getting to know?

The marine conservationist or the prince?

I know.

I'm going to tell her, I'm just waiting for the right time.

If I once again may be so bold, sir?

Why are you so adverse to sharing the truth with her?

Because the lie is so much more pleasant.

Your Highness.

Very well.

Hello?

She didn't order anything.

Oh no, miss, this is a gift

from another one of our guests.

These guys.

Wow!

- Whoa. - Yeah.

Do we need to sign or...?

Oh no, all taken care of, miss.

May I just confirm your name?

- Perkins. - And your first name?

Olivia.

Thank you both so very much.

No, thank you.

Wow.

Your Majesty, I have a name.

Olivia Perkins.

American.

Writer. Popular fiction.

Father a refrigerator mechanic,

mother housewife and part-time accountant.

Not exactly high society are there?

No Ma'am, not exactly.

Never married. Boyfriend six years separated.

Ridley...

we need to do something about this.

Yes Ma'am.

Olivia.

Hi.

I was just getting some work done.

Olivia, there's something I need to tell you.

Yeah, what is it?

I've had such a wonderful time these past few days.

But...

I'm afraid I haven't been entirely... forthright.

OK.

What I'm trying to say is that I'm...

- I'm a... - Sir?

Sir...

Ah... Alexander.

Winnie, this isn't really a good time.

I have a message from home.

- I'm sure it can wait. - Sir, I strongly suggest...

I'm afraid it cannot wait, sir.

Your mother wishes to speak with you immediately.

Ridley.

OK, what is going on?

Olivia, I can explain.

Your Highness?

Your High...

Queen is waiting, sir?

The Queen?

Olivia, you see, I'm sort of...

well... a prince.

- What? - Let me explain.

A prince?

- Your mother is... - Thank you, Ridley.

Olivia, I was going to tell you.

You were lying to me.

I swear, I...

Olivia please.

- How long have you been here? - The Queen is waiting, sir.

Mother, how long has Ridley been spying on me?

He's been doing precisely as I asked.

Keeping an eye on you

and keeping me informed of the mess you've been making.

Mess?!

What are you talking about?

Oh, come now, Alexander,

gallivanting around with a commoner

like a schoolboy on holiday, it's beneath you.

Mother, I haven't been...

You've left me no choice but to intervene.

Now, for your sake and for the sake of the family's image,

stop wasting your time with this girl.

The instant this fundraiser is over,

I expect you on the first flight home

That is final.

Get out of here.

Sir, if I may, Her Majesty's only doing what...

Did you not hear me, Ridley?

- A prince? - Mm-hm.

A prince of what?

Prince Alexander the Third of Torovia.

Wow. He's an actual prince!

He's an actual prince who invented a fake identity

and has been lying to my face for the past three days.

Yeah.

To be fair, when you guys first met,

you kind of didn't tell him who you were either.

OK, OK. Look...

I am sure that there's a perfect explanation.

Maybe he wanted to keep a low profile.

You know, kick it with the normies.

Or maybe he didn't want to freak you out..

The main thing is...

he is a prince!

And he's into you.

You're having an adventure.

What is the problem?

- He... - You like him?

Just talk to him about it.

Wait a minute...

so if Alex is a prince, what does that make Winston?

I don't know, his bodyguard?

His bodyguard.

Wow.

That is so hot.

- Huh. - Oh.

Well hello, Your Highness.

Hey Alex.

I'm sorry.

I know. I know I should have...

Feeding me those lines about saving the ocean,

that was a smooth touch.

Well, most of that was true.

But that doesn't change the fact that I should have told you

the whole truth from the beginning.

Winston virtually screamed it at me.

Oh.

Olivia, I did what I did because...

I wanted a chance to show someone who I really am...

underneath.

And doing so allowed me to get to know you.

Selfish though that may have been...

I believe it was worth it.

Please allow me to make it up to you.

No more secrets, I promise.

And perhaps a reintroduction is in order.

Prince Alexander Barkley the Third of Torovia.

Honoured to make your acquaintance.

Alright, Your Highness...

I'm starving.

You can start making it up to me by buying me lunch.

I'd be delighted.

Shall we?

Love.

Yes, Your Majesty?

Yes, I'm... I'm departing now.

Ridley, this business between Alexander and the American...

is it just a fling or...

do you believe it's something more serious?

Who can be certain, Ma'am.

All I can say, with confidence,

is I don't believe I've ever seen the prince this invested

or...

this happy.

That's what concerns me.

Your Majesty, if I may?

Yes.

Perhaps...

Ridley?

Nothing Ma'am.

Forgive me.

Blast.

So do you have a crown and a throne and all that stuff?

There are some family jewels and there is a chair,

But they're only formalities.

And quite uncomfortable.

OK.

Do you live in a palace?

Indeed.

But it's frightfully draughty in the winter

and mercilessly hot in the summer.

OK, I've got a big question,

who is the most important or memorable person

you have ever met?

You mean beside yourself?

Oh, well played! Very suave.

Thank you. Years of practice.

Welcome to the Haven Marine Reserve.

The whole operation is supported strictly by public donations

and fundraisers, so...

I try to support however I can.

I would imagine having a prince on their team isn't half bad.

Well, you might think differently when you realise

how quickly I put everyone to sleep with my sp...

- Oh, blast. - What?

I forgot I need to prepare a speech.

Hey, it's no big deal.

It's just finding the right words to capture

precisely what I want to say has never exactly been

my strongest suit.

Is that so?

Oh, wow.

Beautiful.

There are over 5,000 species that call the Haven Reef home..

- Did you just say 5000? - And counting.

That's why it's imperative that we do everything we can

to protect them.

Of course, in my opinion, there's only one way

to truly experience the beauty the reef has to offer.

I'm not so sure about this.

There's nothing to fear.

Um... just don't be alarmed by the sharks.

Sharks!

They're only babies. They won't do you any harm.

You ready?

Don't worry, it'll be worth it.

I promise.

Three, two, one.

Go!

So... worth it?

Totally!

- Yes! - OK, you were right.

I suppose all we have to do is take that first step.

So about that speech...

Yes, of course, thank you for reminding me.

Well, actually I was thinking you're lucky

you have a writer available who can help.

You'd do that for me?

Well, I'm doing it for the Marine Reserve.

OK, where do you want to start?

The Reserve. The mission.

Um...

Hello. Hm... what are you doing?

Hm?

That's the one.

- I have to take the babe. - Again?

Hey yeah, what's up?

Yeah, yeah sorry.

OK, yeah. Keep me posted.

Babe, are you done yet?

Good evening everyone and thank you for coming.

I will be your host tonight so please bear with me.

- Where are we going? - It's not much further.

Are you sure we're not lost?

I don't think so.

If we get lost in this jungle,

it's not gonna matter that you're...

OK. Whoa.

- Charming, isn't it? - Yeah.

Every chance we got my father and I would explore this island.

I can see why.

Hey, wait for me!

Wow, it's beautiful.

Hey are you OK?

Yeah, I suppose it's just...

this island is where I felt closest to him.

You know where I could talk to him.

Just a boy and his father. No Royal protocols.

I just wish I could visit here more and do more

for the Marine Reserve.

Even do more to help other places around the world

where conservation is sorely needed.

Why can't you?

Sadly, when the crown passes to me,

I won't get much of a chance.

You'll be the king, you'll be calling all the shots.

"There'll be little time for personal fancies."

My mother's words.

Doesn't she know how important this is?

How much this means to you?

Tradition is everything to her and once she's made up her mind

it's very difficult to sway it.

I get that.

But things change...

Alexander, and sometimes people need to change, too.

I spent most of my life being told I should give up

on what I love.

And I don't know much about Royal protocols...

but I know you have to be honest with yourself.

And you can't be afraid to follow your dreams.

Regardless of what anyone says.

Now that was almost convincing.

Well, I suppose sometimes

you just have to take that first step.

Oh right.

Yes, that's good advice.

Thank you. Thought so too.

So, how are we feeling about that speech?

Ah yeah, as ready as I'll ever be.

Thanks to you.

You said this would just be the two of us

but you've barely spoken to me since we got here!

We're talking right now, aren't we?

You've been in meetings the entire week!

- Come on, you're overreacting. - Don't tell me I'm overreacting.

I'm not here to be your arm candy!

I may as well have come by myself!

- Tiff... - Get off!

Enjoy your meetings.

Oh, sorry about that.

She's been feeling a little stressed.

It's the reserve, I should probably take this.

- But I'll see you tonight? - Yeah. See you then.

Excuse me.

So, you two certainly seem to be spending a lot of time together?

Yeah, it's nice to meet new people.

You know, experience new things.

Yeah.

Sometimes.

Just talk to her.

Maybe try listening.

Hey and if that fails, grovelling is always an option.

- That was almost supportive. - Don't get used to it.

OK. OK.

Thanks, Olivia.

You know, that Alexander is a lucky guy.

- Heya. - Oh hi!

So, big night tonight, hey?

You're not gonna wear that are you?

What? Why? What's wrong with it?

You're going on a date with a prince!

And luckily you have me here to help you.

OK.

You hauled all of that to an island?

Hey! It's my job.

I have to be prepared for anything.

You have a problem, you know that, right?

We are gonna find you something

that's gonna make Alexander go gaga over you.

Yeah. Our first contender.

Here.

Oh.

No.

I actually think I might like this one.

No.

Nope.

No. No. No.

Mm-mm.

Out!

So-so.

No.

Oh.

Actually, no.

Are you coming out?

Well?

- OK. I'll take that as a no. - It's a no.

Alright, time to widen the search.

- No. - What is wrong with this one?

You look like you're going to the chapel

and gonna get married.

No.

Well?

What do you think?

Like I said... absolutely gaga.

I think you got it, old sport.

There's always time for one last touch up, sir.

There... picture perfect.

Now are you certain you don't need...

Winston relax.

I'll be just fine.

Enjoy your evening with Katie.

I'm sure everything will go swimmingly tonight, sir.

Yes. Yes, I'm sure you're right.

May I ask if you've had any thoughts about...

Going to explain to Olivia

that I have to return home to Torovia tomorrow?

Yes.

Yes. Yes, I've given it some thought.

I think I should...

Gaga.

You look...

amazing.

What this? Found it in my luggage.

You don't look half bad yourself.

Very princely.

Well, you can thank Winston for that.

Never fails to have this old thing on standby.

Well, I do take my duties very seriously, sir.

Now then...

shall we?

We shall.

Catch you two later.

Shall we?

So... how is it so far?

Piece of cake.

- Wish me luck. - You don't need it.

Good evening, everyone and thank you for coming.

I will be your host tonight, so please bear with me.

Here at the Haven Marine Reserve

the mission is to protect and conserve this unique

and wonderful ecosystem,

and to inspire others to do the same.

This is only possible thanks to your generous support.

So from the bottom of our hearts, thank you.

It's been one of the biggest privileges of my life

to support this organisation.

Ever since I was a boy, the Haven Isles have always been

like a second home to me.

Working alongside this incredible team of people

was one of my father's greatest passions.

And he always dreamed he could do more.

As do I.

Recently, someone reminded me that we mustn't be afraid

to pursue our dreams.

So I'd like to announce my intention

to establish a foundation in my father's name

to support not only this facility

but to bolster nature conservation all over the world.

We must all work together

to ensure that this incredible planet

is protected for future generations.

Thank you all so much and enjoy your evening.

Whoo!

Nice speech.

Well, I can't take all the credit.

I had help.

Would you care to dance?

I would love to.

You've done this before.

You think because I can't kayak I wouldn't know how to dance?

Touché.

So...

is there any chance of a sneak preview

of what you've been working on the past few days?

I think my publishers might object.

I mean, what if you leak spoilers on social media?

Oh, come on, they won't let me have passwords to anything.

I think your secret's safe with me.

OK.

It is set on a tropical island,

and it features an everyday woman

falling for a prince in disguise.

You're far from everyday.

Alexander, I wanted to thank you.

- For what? - For everything.

For showing me this place.

For helping me see things more clearly.

A girl could really get used to this.

Alexander.

Mother.

What are you...

Darling, you know I would do anything not to miss this.

I...

Forgive me, mother, this is Olivia Perkins.

Olivia this is my mother, Queen Patricia Barclay.

Your Majesty.

I have heard a lot about you.

Charmed I'm sure.

Shall we sit?

Don't worry, everything's gonna be fine.

Who are you trying to convince?

Ma'am.

- I'll be back in a few moments. - Thank you, Ridley.

- What is going on there? - What?

Between your mother and the undercover butler.

- You think... - Yeah, I do.

So... I'm told we made some rather sweeping statements

just before I arrived?

I was just speaking of my intensions...

Darling, it's always wise not to make such build promises.

We can discuss how we're going to manage this on the way home.

I understand that you're a writer, Miss Perkins?

Yes, Your Majesty.

I'm afraid I'm not familiar with any of your work,

but I am told that you target a less discerning audience,

so perhaps that's to be understood.

After your little sojourn with Alexander,

I certainly hope there won't be any exaggerated

Royal caricatures in your next effort.

I wasn't aware, Mother, that you had such an interest

in Olivia's work?

No Ma'am. No caricatures... yet.

Please excuse me, Your Majesty, Your Highness,

I've been asked to check if the Prince is available

to join some of the other donors for some photographs.

Not at the moment...

Oh Alexander, do go,

this is precisely the sort of thing

you're always going on about.

A chance for more exposure of this place.

And it'll give Olivia and I a chance

to get to know one another.

Go. Do your thing.

Very well, just a few photos.

I'll be right back.

This way, sir.

Ma'am.

Olivia, I think we should use this opportunity

to talk frankly.

- OK. - Good.

I'll go first.

You're in love with my son.

- I'm... - Oh heavens.

If I'm mistaken it would be a wonderful relief,

so please do tell me if I've misread the situation.

No, I thought not.

How concerning.

And what's even more concerning

is that my son appears to reciprocate your feelings.

That presents a problem.

And do you understand why?

No, but I think you're about to tell me.

Because you are out of your element.

Olivia, the life of a king is a life of commitment,

of consequence.

Alexander is far more than a diplomat,

he's... he's a symbol.

The people expect much from him and from his queen.

My son needs someone by his side who understands his world,

someone who can support him, who can protect him.

And I'm afraid that is not you.

Does Alexander get a say in this?

Olivia, I treasure my son more than you could know,

but he lives with his head in the clouds.

Oh, perhaps he believes you can be happy together,

somehow.

But, my dear, I'm afraid that's simply not

the way the world works.

Very well.

Let's play out the scenario, shall we?

Even if you were to transplant your entire life to Torovia,

as king, Alexander's duties and travel would be immense.

You'd barely see each other.

So there you are, alone in a foreign land

with a lack of privacy that you could not possibly imagine.

Every aspect of your day meticulously planned.

Every moment scheduled.

Every movement tracked.

The public, the press, all vying for a piece of you.

And soon, with Alexander's mounting guilt

about your unhappiness, he becomes distracted.

He makes mistakes.

That cannot happen.

Olivia, this is not your world.

You don't belong here and you never will.

So if you do care for my son,

if you truly want what's best for him,

then, please, before any more damage is done...

leave him be.

We both know what he would say if you asked,

but it wouldn't make any difference.

Trust me, it's easiest just to walk away.

Olivia...

all the best with your new book.

Where is Olivia?

Poor dear developed a terrible headache

and decided to go back to her room.

Oh, I should go check on her.

Nonsense, she knows how much this evening means to you.

She insisted that you stay here and enjoy the rest of the night.

Come now, let's go and have some photographs taken together.

Olivia, hey. Whoa. Is everything OK?

I bet that stuck up snob said something, didn't he?

No.

I had a bad feeling about him from the start.

Don't worry, you're too good for him anyway.

Where's Tiffany?

Oh she...

decided that it would be better that I...

focus on my career for now.

Hey, you know, I'm actually really glad you're here.

There's something I've been wanting to say.

I'm just gonna come out with it.

I think we made a terrible mistake.

I know, it sounds crazy, but having some time apart

and then seeing you again here, suddenly everything is so clear.

I thought we were on different paths, but...

but I was wrong.

I just want things to be back like they used to be.

Let's get out of here.

And go home.

What do you say?

No.

What?

You don't want to be with me.

Honestly, I don't think you know what you want, and that is OK.

I tell you, you were right about one thing though.

Yeah?

We are on different paths.

Huh.

You take care, OK Kyle?

And a word of advice...

next time pick your own vacation spot.

Yeah, that's fair enough.

Hey.

Oh, come here.

Olivia, it's Alexander, are you feeling alright?

Olivia?

Alexander...

What is it?

From Katie.

It's nice and strong.

Mm, thank you.

- What did you do? - Pardon?

What did you tell her?

Darling, I told her the truth, nothing more.

Typical.

I should have known that you would try...

Darling, don't be so dramatic.

I was acting in your best interests, you know that.

Winston, would you please help me pack our things.

We're returning to America.

Yes, Alexand...

Your Highness.

Alexander...

Alexander!

I forbid you from throwing away your future

in pursuit of some schoolboy crush with this middling writer.

Do you have any idea how elitist you sound?

It is imperative that we preserve our royal customs.

Our culture and our traditions and everything, you know this.

And what about how happy you said I could be

if I found the right person?

Remember that?

When did that change mother?

When did your pride become more important

than our happiness?

How dare you!

You claim to act in my best interests...

but what I have, I always felt that my life

is just another bullet point on your itinerary.

Alexander that is enough!

Do you know what the tragedy is?

You and I are in precisely the same predicament.

What are you talking about?

Can't believe I never noticed it until last night.

How long have you had feelings for Ridley, mother?

Feelings? Are you out of your mind?

Actually, it was Olivia who pointed it out.

She knew immediately.

Quite perceptive wouldn't you say?

Mother...

it's alright.

You can talk to me.

When your father died I...

I was so lonely.

Ridley was just so kind.

So considerate.

And you never once thought of pursuing it?

We can't. It'd be a scandal.

Perhaps once.

But times have changed and we have to change too.

We can't sacrifice what we know to be right

because of our dated traditions.

Mother...

please don't make a mistake you might regret forever.

And thank you...

for always being there for me, I know it can't have been easy.

But I'm not a boy anymore.

And you have to trust me.

So, what do you think?

Just... absolutely... brilliant.

I mean, we all knew you could do it.

Romance, royalty, a tropical island.

It has everything!

Right.

Oh, excuse me. Dumplings are here.

There's just one minor point that jumps out to me...

- Yeah, come on up. - One small note.

Sure what is it?

The ending.

I mean, they have to end up together.

Why?

Because, darling, readers want happy endings.

People want affirming, uplifting stories.

I get that.

But life is complex and unexpected and weird

and sometimes things don't work out.

But your readers expect...

fairytale endings, that's why they're reading.

Well, I am telling it like it is

and fairytale endings don't happen.

I don't know if I believe that.

How did you know where I...

- Hi. - Seriously?

Look, I know you're freaking out,

but just let us in and we will explain.

Olivia, please hear me out.

But what are you doing here?

Well, while I'm here, I'm taking a series of meetings

for my new foundation.

But the real reason I came was to see you.

Olivia, I'm so deeply sorry for what happened,

but I couldn't leave things as they were.

Not when I feel the way I do about you.

Ah... darling, hello?

Alexander we don't have to do this.

Just go do your kinging

with someone appropriate to do the queening

and I will move on with my life.

Olivia, please believe me when I say

you're the only person I'm interested in being with.

Have you run this past your mother?

Because I think she might have other plans.

About that.

- OK, what is happening now? - Trust me.

Your Majesty.

Hello again, Olivia.

Who is that?

I wish to apologise.

I was frightfully rude and meddling where I shouldn't.

Thank you.

Actually, it is I who should thank you.

Truth is I've always been committed

to protecting my family,

but somewhere along the way

I lost sight of what that is supposed to mean.

A mother should respect her child's choices.

And not let antiquated ideas

get in the way of their happiness.

Or her own.

Nice to see you again, Ma'am.

Please accept my apologies for my deception on the Haven Isles.

Don't mention it.

We couldn't have done this over the phone?

Well, that's not very princely, is it?

Would you give us a moment, please?

- Lunch, Ridley? - I'd be delighted.

Do you remember when I told you I'm not very good

at finding the right words to capture precisely what I feel?

Well...

I'm in love with you.

That wasn't bad.

Olivia, I must confess...

a royal life can be challenging,

there are compromises and expectations.

But, if you're willing to try...

I promise you we could have an amazing adventure.

What do you say?

I think I might take one more shot at that fairytale ending.

Darling, can I just clarify,

when you say fairytale ending

do you mean the two of you or the book?

Both.