As Victoria announces her engagement Leopold demands a settlement and a title for Albert. However the privy council, resistant to the marriage, only agree to a reduced stipend and refuse a title as requested by Victoria. Even Lehzen seems less than enthusiastic about the marriage. Nonetheless Victoria presses ahead with her plans, departing from traditional custom, promising to 'obey' her husband in an attempt to overcome Albert's fears that he will dominate her. After the wedding she bids goodbye to Melbourne whilst below stairs Francatelli makes Miss Skerrett an offer.
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