Ext. Max's house- Day
Monique is preparing herself to deal with Dan
Monique: Did I hit it?
Cy: No
Monique: Not even a single hit. It must be you, you are not a good teacher. We have been at this for some days now
Cy: No, it's definitely you, you are a bad student. Maybe we should try another weapon because it seems archery is not your thing
Monique: No, it has to be archery. Just one arrow is enough (Kate approaches her) See who is here, isn't it a traitor who tried to still my husband
Kate: Husband?! You have got to be kidding me
Cy: I will excuse myself
Monique: What are you doing here
Kate: I came to tell you that I got a job, but it seems you are too busy
Monique: Really? I am happy for you. Congratulations. Why am I happy for you? Our friendship has ended
Kate: Because deep down I will always be your best friend
Monique: Fine, I really missed you a lot. So tell me, where will you be working
Kate: You wouldn't like to hear where
Monique: Just tell me
Kate: I am going to serve the princess
Monique: That is great. This way you will tell me everything I need to know about that girl
Kate: And you? How have you been holding up
Monique: I am practicing archery so that I can kill that husband snatcher
She finally hits the target and dances with joy
Int. Palace- Kitchen - Night
She enters when Mary quickly grabs her
Mary: It's good that you came here. Where is everybody hiding
Eve: Don't worry, nobody is here. It's only us
Ella: Give me a knife, I will help. We can talk whilst cooking
Eve: It seems you have changed a lot
Ella: Don't we all have to adapt. No worries, your son's are alive out there. Very soon they will come to get you
Mary: Your words just made me the happiest woman alive
Ella: They are training day and night to become stronger
Eve: My poor Leo, he is a scholar and not a fighter. He must be having it hard
Ella: Don't worry, he is stronger than you think
Mary: So, marrying the prince is all part of your ploy
Ella: Yes
Eve: You mean to tell when the time comes you will wipe out everyone
Ella: That are some strong words. They will be fine as long as they don't stand in our way
Mary: Then promise me that you will not harm Dan. He is a good boy, not like his father
Eve: Why are you quiet, make a promise
Ella: Fine, you have my word
They continue with the work when Dan walks in
Ella: When did you come? I didn't notice you
Dan: I was just admiring you. Good evening, I am here to get my wife
Mary: Go on
Ext. Palace Stale- Night
He helps her mount a horse
Dan: I hope you don't mind riding with me. I heard noble ladies don't like it
Ella: Luckily I am different, I feel safe knowing that you won't let me fall. So where are we going?
Dan: It is a surprise. I just hope that you will like it
They ride through the forest to a secluded place by the ocean. It is beautiful decorated
Dan: We have arrived. I wanted to share with you my favorite location. What do you think
Ella: It's beautiful, I like it
Dan: Come inside. I hope you don't mind spending the night out (he kisses her)
Int. Palace - Night
He is eating alone when Mike comes in
Maid: Dinner is ready my lord
King Lion: Where is my daughter in law? I thought she was supposed to serve me
Maid: She went out with the prince. They will spend the night out
King Lion: Get out (throws the food away) How dare they spend time together. Mike!
Mike: You called for me sir?
King Lion: Prepare a horse for me. We are going out
Mike: Where are you going this late
King Lion: I am going to meet my son
Mike: Unfortunately I cannot allow that. It will ruin everything for the both of you
King Lion: He should not touch her before me. She is mine
Mike: But he is her husband. Forgot her and get another girl or else this will cause chaos
King Lion: I just can't forget her. Besides who are you to tell me what to do
Mike: I am just your humble servant who wants what is best for you. There are other ways to have her without causing chaos
King Lion: Get out of here
Ext. Hill/River - Day
She wakes up to find Dan practicing archery
Ella: {So you like archery! I guess we have that in common}
Dan: When did you get up? I hope I didn't disturb you
Ella: It's ok. You like archery?
Dan: Yes, for as long as I can remember it has always been my wish to beat dad at it. He is just too formidable. Now I have another motive
Ella: What is it
Dan: A little while ago there was a robbery in the village. I am intrigued by one of the girls. Her archery is as good as my father so I can't wait to face her. Do you want to learn? You are probably not interested
Ella: Says who, teach me properly
Dan: Come on
He holds her as they shoot together
Dan: Wow, is this beginners luck? Are you sure this is your first time
Ella: (smiles) Beginners luck
Dan: Don't worry, with my guidance soon you will be a professional
They are having a good time together when they get interrupted
Kate: Greetings your highness
Dan: What are you all doing here
Amanda: To serve the princess. She shall never go anywhere without us.
Dan: How upset. She is not a prisoner but my wife
Kate: It is the king's orders
Dan: I will surely have a conversation with him when we get back