The Secret of the Sun Drop

1 (THEME MUSIC PLAYING) I got the wind in my hair and a fire within 'Cause there's something beginning I got a mystery to solve and excitement to spare That beautiful breeze blowing through I'm ready to follow it who knows where And I'll get there, I swear With the wind in my hair (CHIRPING) (GIGGLING) (GRUNTING): Move it to the left. Wait. Your left or mine? Mine. No, yours. No, wait a minute. They're the same! - (MAX NEIGHS) - (BELL RINGS) (CHEERING) MAN: Way to go! (SQUEAKS) - (KNOCKING) - EUGENE: Princess? Happy birthday! (SQUEAKS) How you doing? How am I doing? Okay. Let's see, um I found out my father's been lying to me for months, a secret squad of guards hunted us down in the dead of night, oh, I destroyed my childhood home, and most recently, I committed treason while helping an extremely unstable alchemist steal the most powerful object in the seven kingdoms! But enough about me. Let's talk about you. How are you doing? (SIGHS) Sorry. No. No, it's okay. But hey, I know what will cheer you up. Presents Room! (LAUGHING) RAPUNZEL: Goodness! These are all for me? The people love you! Oh, I am so good at this. - Look, look! - (BOX RATTLES) It's a set of paintbrushes. - (BOX CLINKS) - Someone got a new necklace. - And this is - (CLATTERING) clearly something that probably shouldn't have been shaken. Oh, that one next? (FABRIC RUSTLING) Come on, socks? She doesn't even wear shoes, people! "Wind Me"? (TINKLING OMINOUSLY) Kinda creepy. Oh, hi! Oh! Friedborg! You startled me. Wait, is it time for my fitting? Where's Cassandra? I haven't seen her all day. See? Things aren't so bad after all. No. Come on. We should find her. Friedborg, keep up the (CLEARS THROAT) Keep it up. - (BIRDS CHIRPING) - (GIRLS GIGGLING) (GASPS) - (RUMBLING) - (ALL GASP) - (SCREAMING) - GIRL: Run! (GRUNTING) Cass? What are you doing? Haven't you heard? This is my new assignment. Oof! What are you talking about? Seems like your dad found out I was the one who snuck you out of Corona before your coronation. And, well (GROANS) here we are. That's impossible! How would he even know? The only possible way he could have found out is if He read my journal. (SIGHS) Okay. Don't worry, Cass. I am going to get you out of this. Hey, but in the meantime at least you have stable employment. (LAUGHS) Okay, not not great timing, but different room, different circumstances, that would've killed! Don't waste your time, Raps. This is just temporary. I'm being sent to a convent tomorrow. (METAL CREAKS) (TINKLING OMINOUSLY) (THUDDING) - (METALLIC WHIRRING) - (MUSIC CONTINUES) (THUDDING) (POWERING UP) My dad has gone too far. You shouldn't be punished for something I - (CRASHING) - (RAPUNZEL YELPS) Friend of yours? An automaton? Varian and I fought one like Varian. How did it get past the guards? EUGENE: That's a good question, but I'm guessing it's not here for the party. (SHOUTS) Eugene, wait, wait, wait, wait! - He's incredibly - (METAL THUDS) (GROANS) Strong. Nope, got it. No need to finish that thought. - (THUDS) - (EUGENE GRUNTS) - (RATCHETING) - Cass! - Pascal, the banner. - (SQUEAKS) Hey, Tick-Tock! Over here! No, no! This way! Come get it! Cass! Wait, wait, wait! No, step this way! (GASPS) (METAL GRINDING) (POWERING DOWN) (SHUDDERING) (WHINES DOWN) (GRINDING) (SIGHS) - And push. - (ALL STRAINING) EUGENE: Heads up. (WHISTLING) - (CRASHING) - (BELL RINGING) Congratulations. You win a magical fish. (BELCHES) Oh, that's right. I forgot I ate the magical fish. - (PASCAL SQUEAKING) - (RAPUNZEL GRUNTS) CAPTAIN: Our first priority is getting to bottom of who was responsible for this attack. There's no question who's behind it. The question is what was Varian after? That boy is dangerous. And I assure you, he will pay dearly. Listen, Dad, he is up to something. - And we need to get to the bottom - We needn't do anything. The situation is being handled, Rapunzel. You can see how I might have a little trouble taking you at your word Your Majesty. Rapunzel. I know these past days have been strained, to say the least, but more important than any of our disagreements, more important than anything at all, is your safety. So in light of this vicious assault, it is with heavy heart that I make this decision. Until the threat of Varian has been neutralized, you are to remain under constant surveillance in the most secure room in the castle. (GASPS) EUGENE: How is what you're doing to Rapunzel any different than what was done to her for the first 18 years of her life? Remember yourself, Fitzherbert. - You are - Nigel. Eugene, son, I realize how this situation might appear, but you must trust that I have no choice. What?! Of course, you have a choice! You're the king! You cannot keep her up there! I'll do whatever I must to keep Rapunzel safe from harm. (WHISPERS) And so will I. (CHITTERS) (SQUEAKS) (SQUEAKS) (DOOR OPENS) (SIGHS) Mom! I'm so sorry. I tried to talk him out of it, but you know your father can be immovable. What is Dad so afraid of? Why is he doing this to me? Rapunzel, in the two decades you were gone, not once did your father sleep through the night. Your absence haunted him every minute of every day. Are you saying that makes this right? I'm asking you to consider that despite how rash and drastic his actions may seem, or how much you disagree with them, they come from a place of love. But I agree with you. This isn't right. (SNORING) - (CRASHING) - (GASPING) - (RUMBLING) - (EXCLAIMS) (EXCLAIMING) Oh, sugar! The king must be told! Oh! Oh, oh, oh! We have to tell the king! Don't look at me. I'm on my lunch. (HOOTS) You should know the decision to send you off brings me no pleasure. Perhaps after this threat has been quelled, and some time has passed, we can revisit the arrangement. (HOOTING) Until then, of course I'll come to see you when I can. Dad, all I ever wanted was to be like you. I wanted to be a royal guard, and serve my kingdom. I-I-I wanted to make you proud. - Honey - There was a time in my life where I would have done anything, gone to any lengths to keep from disappointing you. - (HOOTS) - The last thing I ever expected was for you to be the one to disappoint me. - (HOOTS SADLY) - (GROANS) Locked inside a tower Kept behind a wall Sheltered from a world you've barely known That's the way they treat you And what's worst of all Who's to blame Just you and you alone There's much more inside of you Than anyone can see And now the choice is yours Life waits beyond the doors So step on through, the time has come And only you can set yourself free No one else can tell you what to do Or who to be No one gets to say if you will stay or go So use the gifts you're given Make the world your own Look inside your heart and find the key And set yourself free Bound up by your worries Trapped by your mistakes Forced to play a role you never chose Why not test your limits You've got what it takes Let it out and follow where it goes No more letting someone else define you to a "T" You know that you are strong You've known it all along So seize the day, let down your hair You'll find a way to set yourself free Now it's up to you and what you'll do And who you'll be You get to decide how far and wide you'll go So look to the horizon Open up your wings Fly away to find your destiny And set yourself free (PANTING) - Pascal? - (SQUEAKS) We're getting out of here. (PASCAL SQUEAKING) (SQUEAKS) (OWL HOOTS) EUGENE: Uh (CHUCKLES) quick question. I'm not sure that I see the part of Rapunzel's escape plan that specifically says I have to be the one who gets launched from a catapult. Keep lookin', fly boy. It's there. I'm sorry. Weren't you supposed to be halfway to a convent by now? Yeah. Just my luck. Must've taken a wrong turn somewhere. Oh, okay. Whoa. (GRUNTING) Present delivery for the princess! Sorry. No one goes in or out. Lance, I know what you're trying to do. Frankly, I don't blame you. We don't wanna see the princess locked up either. (GASPS) Wait! Are you insinuating that I am trying to break the princess out? Well! I'm just embarrassed for both of you. Well, Stan said it, so I assure you, there's nothing but gifts in these packages. Have a look. (GASPS) An accordion? I have always wanted to play one of these. Well, what's stopping ya? - Stan, wasn't I just saying - He was just saying that. I was just saying We want to start a band called "The En Gardes. " You know? Do you get that? That's our signal. Ha! I knew it! There's nothing here that says I have to - Oop! My mistake! - Wait! No! (EUGENE SCREAMING) Man, that felt good. - (SCREAMING) - (THUDS) - Are you ready? - Nope. Not in any way. I'll take that as a yes. I am not loving this plan! - (ACCORDION PLAYING OFF-KEY) - (COUGHING) You sure you haven't accordion-ed before? (LAUGHS) Right? It's just coming out of me! Sounds great, Pete! (STRAINED) That was a lot more painful than I expected. (BOTH GROANING) - Hook? - Hook. (MAX CHUFFS) (CRACKING) Seriously? This is the whole reason you needed me? Couldn't you have just used a regular hook? Um, possibly, but probably best not to overthink it. (SCREAMS) Wait, did you hear something? Only musical genius! (LAUGHING) I got him, I got him. (TOYS SQUEAKING) I got him. I'm the winner! - (THUDDING) - (CRASHING) Hey, Blondie. (GASPS) Eugene! I've come to rescue you from a tower again. - You ready? - (SQUEAKS) Thanks, guys! Well, listening to Pete play for that long wasn't easy, but, uh, ha! I took one for the team. Oh, man. That sounds really rough. I feel sorry for you. By the way (SHOUTING) I fell out of a tower! Okay, everyone, I'm not sure what Varian is planning, - but we really have to - (SQUEAKS) (SQUEAKS) (COUGHING) What is this? I do beg your pardon. I must be magical-fish intolerant. - VARIAN (AMPLIFIED): Hello, Corona. - It's Varian. Where is his voice coming from? VARIAN: Something dark is coming for you. Our king has refused to acknowledge it. In the hopes of keeping his secret, he has lied to you and vilified me. Captain! Get more men! On it, sir. Three details from the West Hall are on their way. VARIAN: In a matter of days, Corona, this island, and the castle itself, will be overcome by this growth. It has already taken over the outskirts of the kingdom. The key to stopping this destruction is Princess Rapunzel herself. I have asked for help and have been ignored. I will not be ignored any longer. And to make sure I have your attention, I've developed a new serum, and created something special for you all. (LOW GROWLING) Uh, guys? There's something in the fog. (LOW GROWLING) (SNARLS) (NICKERS) (GROWLING) - (SNARLING) - Whoa! (STAMMERING) What is that? - (SNARLING) - (GUARD EXCLAIMS) Well, whatever it is, it's fast. - Watch out! - What? Rapunzel? (SNARLING) Find the princess! Get her to safety! You heard him, men! - Get the - (GROWLS) (ROARING) - Dad! - (GROWLS) (ROARS) Oh, I liked it so much better when it was invisible! Cassandra, listen. (GROANS) About earlier, I Dad, I want you to know that I've never been disappointed in you. I'm sorry. Sit tight, soldier. I got this. Give me four men covering the south gate, four at the north. Nothing in, nothing out. Containment, people. It's like he's playing hide-and-seek. RAPUNZEL: Then he just picked the wrong game. I think I've got an idea. - Max? - (WHINNIES) You're on. (CHUFFS) FREDERIC: Captain! Get more men! - Hello, Your Majesty. - (GASPS) Sleep. (ROARS) Pete, Stan, drive him to the right. - Your right or my - This way, Pete. Hook Foot, Lance, now! (SNARLS) (GROWLS) Trampoline! (GROWLING) - What is (YELPS) - (ROARS) - (MOCK GROWLING) - (WHIMPERING) Why would Varian do something like this? What's happening? (CHITTERS) - That's Rudiger! - Varian's raccoon. (NEIGHS) Rapunzel! You did it! (ALL CHEERING) Princess Rapunzel, King Frederic. It's the queen. She's gone. Varian. Dad. Varian must be hiding in Old Corona. I shall launch a full-scale attack. Sir, we got hit pretty hard. Everyone's gonna be okay, but we won't be launching a full-scale anything for some time. (SHOUTING) Then we'll hit him with whatever we have! Dad! You can't beat Varian with swords and fists. So far, we've played right into his hands. You know he never meant to capture me! He he sent that automaton to make you think that was his plan. And then he used his monster to pull security away from his real target. Mom. So, whatever you think you're gonna throw at him, he'll be waiting. We attack Old Corona within the hour. (GRUNTING) VARIAN: Don't worry, Your Majesty. You are merely bait to lure the princess here. Only the magic of her unbreakable hair can shatter the amber and free my father. I tried asking for help in a civil manner, but was denied by everyone in Corona. So, unfortunately, this is my only remaining recourse. (GASPS) Oh! And after you've freed your father? After? Oh, well, I'm afraid Corona will pay for turning their backs on me. And that's when you should start worrying, Your Majesty. And now I have failed you too, Arianna. Dad? - (SNIFFLES) - Rapunzel. I thought I made it clear (WHISPERS) Thank you. She's gonna be okay, Dad. We'll get her back. This this is all my fault. Dad, no. No, it's Varian and those rocks, and No. No, Rapunzel. You were right. I have been keeping something from you. As you know, the night you were born, your mother fell deathly ill. I was desperate to do anything to save her, and you. So I sought out the miracle of the Sun Drop Flower. But what I've never told anyone was that there was more to the story. You see, earlier that night, I was warned. Warned that taking the Sun Drop would reap unimaginable consequences. That by removing the light I'd be awakening a darkness. But I had no choice. I've known about these black rocks all along. At first, I didn't want to believe that they were the result of my actions. And when that became impossible, I chose to ignore them. And I expected everyone else to do the same. Including me. Yes, yes. Especially you. But the truth is, the rocks are destroying Corona. And you you are connected to them somehow. And I am responsible. No king would ever put the welfare of his family before that of his country. But a father would. Now, let's find a way to save our kingdom. The rocks are getting closer! Oh! Oh, we're doomed! - Doomed! - Pipe down, Feldspar. No one can hear me. (LOW, GRAVELLY VOICE) We're doomed, I tell you. - People! - (INDISTINCT SHOUTING) Citizens, please, listen to me! (LOUD WHINNYING, NEIGHING) I will not lie to you any longer. Corona is in grave danger. The queen has been taken. Over half our royal guard lie wounded. - And these black rocks draw ever closer. - (INDISTINCT SHOUTING) Uh, sir, hi, yeah. If there's a "but" in this speech, you probably want to cut to it right now. But I look at you, and I don't just see subjects, I see friends, family, strong, brave individuals who have stood by each others' side, and have never, ever backed down from a fight. Today, we face a danger like none before. As your king, your friend, and as your brother, I ask you to fight one more time. For Corona! CROWD (CHANTING): For Corona! For Corona! What do you ask of us, Your Majesty? As was so insightfully pointed out to me, we've been playing straight into Varian's hands, and now, he's expecting a full-out attack on Old Corona. So, what's the plan, Your Majesty? We launch a full-out attack on Old Corona. But we'd be giving him the upper hand. Yeah, well, we're gonna let Varian think he still has the upper hand. And while we distract him with the assault, I am gonna sneak around the back, using the underground tunnels, and rescue the queen. We are going to rescue the queen. With all due respect, Princess, Varian only wants you. Once he sees you're nowhere to be found, won't he realize that our attack is just a diversion? Probably. That is what he is for. I got this. Ready, Caspal? (IMITATING SQUEAKING) VARIAN: Any moment now, Your Highness. Believe me, I know I've sunk pretty low But whatever I've done, you've deserved - Varian. - Quiet! I'm the bad guy, that's fine It's no fault of mine And some justice at last will be served Please listen! Now it's time to step up Or it's time to back down And there's only one answer for me And I'll stand up and fight 'Cause I know that I'm right And I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready Ready as I'll ever be (GROANING) Cap, are you sure you're up for this? Actually, I don't think I am. I'll only slow you down. But how are you gonna lead the assault? I'm not. She is. Now it's time to rise up Or it's time to stand down And the answer is easy to see And I swear by the sword If you're in get on board - Are you ready? - I'm ready - We're ready - We're ready Ready as I'll ever be There you are! Yes, yes. I just had to make a stop in the kitchen. I'm told you're pretty handy with one of these. (CHUCKLES) I sure am. Are you quite sure we can do this? Together we will guarantee I'll make them hear me It's time to move on If they can trust me I'll save my home and family Now the fight's in the sand And our moment's at hand - And I'm ready - I'm ready I'm ready Ready as I'll Ever be Keep an eye out, everyone. It's too quiet for my liking. I can fix that. (CLEARS THROAT) (OFF-KEY) I got the wind in my hair Can it, Half-Pint. What a happy family reunion this will be. (GASPS) For both of us. (WHISPERING) Varian's lab should be right above us. - (WOOD CREAKS) - FREDERIC: Ah, careful. - (CREAKING) - (SQUEAKS) - What? - (RAPUNZEL GASPS) What is this? (MECHANICAL WHIRRING) (GRUNTING) (VARIAN LAUGHING) Welcome back - (GASPS) - Rapunzel. Maybe Rapunzel was wrong, and we overestimated the little guy. You don't know Varian very well, do you, buddy? - (MUSIC PLAYING) - Shh! Listen. (MUSIC TINKLING OMINOUSLY) (RUMBLING) Oh man, not this guy again! Okay, everyone. This thing may be tough, but we got him outnumbered. Uh, Cass? Are you sure about that? It's an ambush! Varian, I demand you release us, and tell me where the queen is. Your Majesty, I know it's hard for you, but for the first time in your life - (SQUEAKS) - you are in no position to demand anything. But in the spirit of compromise, how 'bout I meet ya halfway? - (GASPS) - (GASPS) Mom! I'm okay, Rapunzel. Let her go, Varian! Please! First, you're going to do something for me. What do you want? Oh! So now you care about what I want. (LAUGHS) All it took was threatening the things you love the most. Don't let up! (GRUNTING) (MAX WHINNIES) (GRUNTS) They've shielded their timing cylinder. Max, split up! Man, these things are almost as tough as Ah-ha! Guys! The rocks! Use the rocks! (YELLING) (GROWLING) (EXPLOSION) (EXPLOSION) - Good thinking. - Well, I'm a problem solver. It's what I do. - (MUSIC TINKLING) - (MECHANICAL CLANKING) - Oh, come on! - Oh, come on! FREDERIC: What are you going to do, Varian? Yeah, I'll I'll spare you the details about the Sun Drop and darkness, blah, blah, blah, and get to the good stuff. Unbreakable. Unbreakable. To put it plainly, with assistance from my drill, Rapunzel's hair should be able to shatter the amber, and free my father. What do you mean "should"? Oh, I suppose it's just as likely the amber shatters Rapunzel. - I mean, the properties - Absolutely not. It's not your choice, Dad. She's right, Dad. Oh! And I almost forgot, we're, uh, kinda on a time crunch here, so I'm gonna need to speed things along. (CRACKLING) (INHALES SHARPLY) Varian, stop! Well shall we get started? Lance! Let's give 'em the old bob and weave. On it! (POWERING DOWN) Ha! Still got it! (EXPLOSIONS) (CLANGS) (EXPLOSION) (POWERING DOWN) (EXPLOSION) (CRACKLING) Varian, if this doesn't work, and something happens to me, please, please, let my mom go. I can't make any promises, Princess. (DRILL WHIRS) (GASPS, SCREAMS) (RAPUNZEL GROANING) (WHOOSHING) (SCREAMS) What?! - Why? - (DRILL WHIRS) (GROANING) (SQUEAKING) Stop it! She can't take anymore! Rapunzel! - (DRILL STOPS) - I jus I-I don't understand! Why won't it Her hair! It it should've cut through it! Why didn't it work?! (SIZZLING) Arianna! FREDERIC: Rapunzel. Rapunzel! No! No! I wasn't wrong! It's not my fault! None of it is! It's her fault. Rapunzel, are you okay? (SIGHS) Yes, I will be. Varian. Oh, where did he go? - (RUMBLING) - (SQUEAKS, SCREAMS) VARIAN: Sorry, Princess! We were in this together! But if I can't have a happy ending, then neither can you! (VARIAN SHOUTS) (CLATTERS) All right! Who's next? Rapunzel! Sorry, buddy, but there's a line. (SCREAMING) VARIAN: Hello, Cassandra. I always knew I could sweep you off your feet. ARIANNA: Let her go, Varian! - Arianna! - Mom! (CLANGS) That's enough, Varian. It's not enough until you endure the same amount of pain and agony I have! (GROANS) Arianna. (GROANING) (GROANING) What's happening? Rapunzel! (WIND WHISTLING) (EXPLOSION) Rapunzel, you are connected to them somehow. Stop running, Rapunzel. Face your destiny. (BREATHES DEEPLY) (SCREAMS) (ROBOT POWERS DOWN) My darling. Rapunzel! (GRUNTS) (MECHANICAL WHIRRING) (SCREAMS)) (POWERS DOWN) No! Rapunzel! Blondie. Hi. (LAUGHS) We have got to start finding better ways to spend your birthdays. (CHITTERS) I will make you proud of me, Dad if it's the last thing I ever do. Don't be too hard on him, Dad. I'll be sure to do everything I can to get him help. As for Quirin, I'll not give up until I find a way to free him. (SQUEAKS) It's like the rocks want us to follow them. FREDERIC: I think you're right. At first, I believed the rocks' purpose was to destroy Corona, I was wrong. I can see now that they're pointing in a direction. Pointing you in a direction. I only regret that it has taken all this to convince me that I should be doing the same. Rapunzel, when you were returned to us, I swore I would never let anything ever happen to you again. But, Dad, we talked about this. - I don't - I know, I know. You're right. This past year, you showed me that there is so much more in you than I could have ever imagined. I've just been too afraid to let you go. But this path is yours to follow. And if you ever lose your way Thank you, Dad. I love you so much. And I love you too, sweetheart. Find your destiny, Rapunzel. I'll take care of her, Your Majesty. Eugene, you should know by now, Rapunzel doesn't need anyone to take care of her. (CHUCKLES) TouchÃ©. (SQUEAKS) (FOOTSTEPS)