In this episode, Prince Albert arrives in England and immediately puts Victoria on the defensive. Despite her initial protestations of indifference, she finds herself struggling to hide her growing feelings for him as they discover common interests, such as a shared love for music.

The storyline for of the TV series Victoria differs depending on whether you are following the original UK broadcast order or the US PBS Masterpiece order. Option 1: UK Order (ITV) – "The Clockwork Prince"

: Victoria faces opposition from Parliament regarding Albert's title and his "small" allowance of £30,000. There are also unfounded concerns raised by the Duke of Wellington about Albert's religious background.

: The episode culminates in their marriage. Notably, Victoria insists on keeping the word "obey" in her vows and famously chooses a white wedding dress—a choice influenced by Lord M to help her stand out in crowds.

In the US broadcast, this is the fourth episode, focusing on the lead-up to the royal wedding.

: Victoria begins to learn about the prevalence of infidelity among courtiers, leading her to worry that Albert might seek mistresses. After a frank conversation encouraged by Lord Melbourne, they reconcile their fears.