#sim: albert

[ALBERT] Father! Why are you not sleeping at 3am?

[EDGAR] Son! What are you doing at the Palace? It's weekend. You should be in Nassau with your family.

[ALBERT] I was in Nassau a couple hours ago, until my wife kicked me out of the house. It will be better if I will stay here for a while. You know, I'm offering her some space.

[EDGAR] I remember Maria used to be moody after she gave birth to you. Giving her space is not the solution. Standing by her side is someth-

[ALBERT] Father, I don't want to be by her side anymore! I want a divorce!  I don't love her anymore! I can't even stand looking or touching her!

[EDGAR] Slow down a little bit. What did you just say? A divorce?

[ALBERT] Yes, a divorce! She even failed as a future consort! We don't have a male heir! Do you want my cousin's child to be the second in line for the Throne?!

[EDGAR] I can see your point, but you two are still young, I'm sure you will be able to provide a male heir.

[ALBERT] Of course you can see that but can't see the fact that I'm unhappy in this fucking marriage!

[EDGAR] Albert, stop being rude!

King Henry College, Windenburg (10:54am)

Albert: Thank you so much for your help, Dr. McAllister.

McAllister: It was my pleasure, sir. See you tomorrow.

Albert: Very well then, take care and have a great day.

McAllister: You too, sir.

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Albert: Let's get going before McAllister starts bombarding me with more history.

Richard: [chuckles] Weren't you excited to hear those for your speech tomorrow?

Albert: Yeah, but I thought he'd give me a quick crash course. I didn't expect him to go into all the details about my ancestors. Can you imagine how much information that is?

Richard: I can, sir.

Albert: Well, you're the history buff, not me. It felt like an endless punishment, reminding me of my school days.

Richard: Good thing your car is ready. We can make a quick escape from history.

Albert: You know what, Richard? One of these days, I'm gonna...

???: Albert?

Albert: Anne?

Anne: Hey!

Albert: Hey, how are you?

Anne: I'm doing well. How about you?

Albert: I'm good, um...

Anne: [laughs] Don't be so awkward, Albert.

Albert: Sorry! It's just that I didn't expect to see you here.

Anne: Well, the feeling is mutual. So, what brings you here?

Albert: Research, actually. I'm preparing for my speech tomorrow.

Anne: You're the guest speaker for tomorrow's assembly? I thought Charlotte was responsible for the college's speeches.

Albert: She was, but with her upcoming wedding and all, I've taken over those duties. Now is your turn, why are you here?

Anne: Actually, I'm teaching a class on early childhood development. It's been a wonderful experience so far.

Albert: That's fantastic, Anne! I know teaching has always been a passion of yours and you have a natural talent for it. The future generations are fortunate to have you as their teacher.

Anne: Thank you, it means a lot to hear that from you. Say, are you free right now? How about we grab a cup of coffee and catch up?

Albert: That sounds like a great idea! You stay here Richard.

Richards: But sir...

Albert: It’s an order.

Richard: ...Yes, sir.

Albert: So, where do you want to go?

Anne: There's this cute coffee shop down the street that sells the best coffee in town.

Albert: Sounds great to me, let’s go.