This reaction will spoil everything—plot twists, character arcs, major reveals, and every ridiculous, heartbreaking, or jaw-dropping moment. If you’re watching along, I recommend reading these posts episode by episode to avoid spoilers for future events.
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Episode 1:
-We are starting off very backstory heavy. Let’s see if I can keep up.
-We have the king of Briton, and his adopted daughter. She is willing to marry the prince of Cotha. He wants to make sure that she isn’t just pissed at his son Albert for proposing to the daughter of the Deross family.
-And flashback!
-Adopted daughter’s name is Lady Natalie, the people all think that Prince Albert is going to ask to marry her as his reward for whatever battle he just won.
-Oh the dramatic horseback riding!
-The daughter of the Deross’s family is named Kaitlyn.
-The peasants are shook.
-Even the king is annoyed.
-Flashback over.
-You go Natalie. He thinks you are unworthy, then bounce.
-King and Natalie agree this should be a secret from Prince ALbert. I don’t know why, he literally said “She isn’t worthy of being my wife.” He made it clear he doesn’t want Natalie…. It’s going to be one of those dramas, isn’t it?
-Kaitlyn and her group of catty bitches are worried that Natalie will try to stop Kaitlyn’s and Albert’s marriage. I feel like I should just do the trigger warning for bullying now, I can feel it coming.
Episode 2:
-Kaitlyn, shooting an arrow at Natalie is a little over the top.
-Vinnie is Natalie’s maid. We know she will be important later because the editors put her name up.
-Kaitlyn, you are a terrible actor. Everyone knows you did it on purpose.
-Catty bitches are so extra.
-Kaitlyn, darling, that was a risk and a half. How the fuck did you time that so Albert would save you and you wouldn’t get fucking impaled on those arrows? You are crazy and I think I love you.
-I take it back, Kaitlyn, you are a terrific actor.
-Vinnie is LOYAL and we stan her. Good job protecting your girl.
-Flashback to when Albert was nice and considerate before coming back and him being a total jerk because he doesn’t love her anymore. It is one of those dramas.
Episode 3:
-Do we even know the bracelet is on that rock?
-Oh my God, she fell!
-Flashback to when Albert was nice and considerate before coming back and him being a total jerk because he doesn’t love her anymore.
-Men’s promises mean nothing!
Episode 4:
-She’s okay. Covered in wounds, but okay.
-I’m sorry, you want her to apologize to Kaitlyn?! For what?
-You go girl, you did nothing wrong. Stand your ground.
-What do you mean, “If anything happens to her”? Kaitlyn lost a bracelet. Natalie has a head wound.
-YES QUEEN, “I am lady Natalie. I don’t have a fief, but I have a rank. I don’t have to apologize.” Remind him who the fuck you are!
-Dramatic tear drop
-He’s trying to take her stuff. Are you kidding?
Episode 5:
-I really have problems with these dramas because of moments exactly like this. Albert has made it very very clear that he does not want to marry her, but the second that she says anything about her future husband not being him, he freaks out. Make up your mind, dude.
-Do not kiss her.
-Oh thank goodness that Kaitlyn’s messenger interrupted.
-Oh sweetie, you don’t have to listen to him.
-Vinnie, I know you mean well, but do not give Natalie hope.
-Flashback to when Albert was nice and considerate before coming back and him being a total jerk because he doesn’t love her anymore.
-Wow, that is a gorgeous shot.
Episode 6:
–Hello shoe drop moment when Natalie realizes he did the thing for Kaitlyn and not her.
-I wish I could cry as beautifully as Natalie’s actress.
-We have skipped time a bit to Albert’s birthday banquet.
-I absolutely love that the noble men are all fighting over who will get to marry Natalie.
-Natalie making an entrance like the queen she is.
-Albert is starting to figure out something is wrong. Quick, Kaitlyn, distract him!
Episode 7:
-Albert is leaving, so Kaitlyn is absolutely going to do something. Ten bucks say the noble men are going to be absolutely useless in whatever is about to happen.
-Did not expect Kaitlyn to just slap Natalie the second the prince is out of eyeshot. Girl, have some subtlety.
-When did the catty bitch squad arrive? Have they always been here?
-Of course Albert returns after Natalie says THE TRUTH that Albert would have starved to death without her.
-Side note, I don’t think he changed his clothes at all, so he should have heard and seen all of it, but the plot cannot let him see that Kaitlyn is a bitch until it is too late…. Even though, let’s be real, it’s already too late.
-Oh thank goodness the imperial edict is here!
Episode 8:
-Imperial edict is that Kaitlyn and Albert are to be married.
-Second imperial edict!
-I’m sorry, Albert asked his father to order Natalie to be his concubine?!
-I love how Kaitlyn is immediately like, “Yay, sister wife…but-”
-All of this conversation can be avoided if they let the man read the edict.
-Oh that’s mean, they ended on a cliffhanger.
Episode 9:
-Oh shitttttt! “I hereby grant you the title of Princess Natalie.” The king made Natalie Albert’s sister!
-Albert is PRESSED.
-Oh no, the king and Natalie are meeting and Albert is about to barge in. Hide, girl! Hide!
-I absolutely love the king. He is the only one who is 100% on Natalie’s side.
-Oh no! She knocked something over! Girl, run!
Episode 10:
-Vinnie to the rescue!
-The king wants Albert to be in charge of the marriage between them and Cotha. I don’t like that one bit.
-”I have made up my mind” Yeah, you have.
-”When I gain a foothold in court, I can give you whatever you want.” So you have a plan? Why didn’t you tell her that?
-I really need him to take his hands off her.
-”Why doesn’t she care?” Hmm, I wonder.
-Yes, push him away.
-NOOOO, stop kissing her! You beast! Let go of her!
-I swear these messengers are all here just to protect Natalie. Prince starts acting up and they swoop the hell in to save her every time. Keep up the great work, messengers.
-Vinnie, not now! You can see Natalie is visibly distraught, comfort her!
Episode 11:
-Portrait is very obviously a photograph with a filter on it, but I will allow it.
-Albert has to check the wedding portrait and it looks exactly like Natalie. I am so scared.
-Flashback to when Albert was nice and considerate before coming back and him being a total jerk because he doesn’t love her anymore.
-Vinnie is the bestest girl. I’m sorry I yelled at you before, girl.
-Of course Kaitlyn and the catty bitches have arrived. Actually, this might be good. Kaitlyn might be an unlikely ally.
Episode 12:
-Cat fight! Get them, Vinnie!
-”I’m the princess, not even Albert can chastise me.” Yes, Natalie! Don’t let anyone look down on you!
-Haughty-girl laugh!
-Kaitlyn has the portrait!
-Kaitlyn knows Natalie is marrying the prince of Cotha!
Episode 13:
-Don’t listen to the catty bitches, Kaitlyn! Oh, actually do listen to them! Help Natalie out!
-Natalie, sweetie, you are savage!
-Albert has arrived! Kaitlyn, time to make your choice.
-Immediately tries to make Natalie look bad.
-Don’t touch her, Albert.
-Don’t give him the portrait, Kaitlyn! … SHIT
Episode 14:
-YES, KAITLYN!
-Albert is suspicious, come on Kaitlyn, you can do better than that!
-HELLO! Who is this handsome man! Harold, the envoy of Cotha. Bet you ten bucks he’s actually the prince.
-Oh, they prepared wedding gifts for Prince Albert’s upcoming wedding. That’s plausible.
-Oh the dramatics! Let the envoy check the portrait, Natalie. He can absolutely force the issue if need be.
Episode 15:
-Don’t let Albert see it!
-Oh, yes Harold!
-I approve of this marriage. He is so into Natalie, and Albert is jealous of him. Two birds with one stone.
-Oh, shut up, Albert.
“You fate is to marry me” Fuck off. Fuck all the way off, Albert.
-STOP KISSING HER!
-Kaitlyn, stop him!
-Did you seriously just throw Natalie to the ground? I hate this man so damn much.
Episode 16:
-Kaitlyn sent a portrait of Natalie’s future husband. I don’t trust that at all.
-Kaitlyn, girl. None of this is necessary. Natalie is leaving. You don’t have to do all this.
-I know these are fictional countries, but ladies … that’s racist
-Nice slap, Natalie.
-”Vinnie, slap her!” Vinnie is so happy to obey that order.
-Can Natalie leave yet?
Episode 17:
-Oh, the actual envoy is here and he’s pissed.
-Envoy, you are just as useless as everyone else.
-Are you serious? She said her face hurts and you carry her? What kind of logic is that?
-Finally she is getting into her wedding dress.
Episode 18:
-Ick, Albert saw her in the wedding dress before Harold.
-Blah, blah, blah.
-Yes, it’s Natalie’s wedding day!
-No sad music! Go, girl, go!
-Oh no, Albert is escorting the wedding carriage. That’s not good.
Episode 19:
-Oh, all the servants are protecting Natalie.
-I am so goddamn nervous.
– “You can’t marry Natalie.” “How do you know I’m not marrying Natalie?” Love the banter guys, but Harold, please wait to gloat until AFTER the wedding, please.
-I swear my blood pressure is through the roof. Please stop with the cliffhangers, guys.
Episode 20:
-Natalie is wearing a thick veil, thank goodness.
-Good job, Harold, taking care of our girl.
-Albert remembers the dress! ….. And cliffhanger!
Episode 21:
-Aw, I love the servant squeezing Natalie’s hands.
-Albert is escorting her inside!
-We are doing the wedding ceremony! Yes, just a bit more!
-Don’t let Albert lift the veil!
Episode 22:
-Prince Harold, you are my everything. Dramatic king. “You have no right to uncover my bride” Excellent. 10/10.
-OMG Albert literally handed her over to Harold!
-Come on, just a little bit more. Finish the ceremony.
-YES, they are married!
-Harold lifted the veil, so Albert knows it’s Natalie. I feel like there is going to be bloodshed in the next episode, and I really hope it’s Albert’s.
Episode 23:
-Dude, really? “I’ll get the real bride for you” massively coping, Albert.
-Ohhhh, Natalie is pointing out that Albert was in charge of all the wedding preparations so he shouldn’t blame anyone else. Love that coming back to bite him.
-Yes, Harold, drag his ass.
Episode 24:
-“Only I can make you happy” Fuck all the way off, Albert.
-Harold, kick this man out, please!
-”I won’t let you go.” Albert, this is going to be an international incident soon.
-Harold, do something!
Episode 25:
-Finally, Harold.
-Oh snap! “I’ve said the same thing a thousand times. Do you think she will believe you?” Albert, the self-awareness.
-“I do believe him.” Girl, no you don’t. You are just being contrary, but since it is to spite Albert, I’m here for it.
-Yes, Natalie pointed out Harold’s actions that have shown he has earned her trust. Yes, she is not just blindly believing the next man who says nice things, but has learned to evaluate his actions. We love character growth!
-“Natalie chose me over you.” YESSSSSS
-Oh shit, Albert drew his sword. GET HIM, HAROLD!
Episode 26:
-Kick his ass! Kick his ass!
-Natalie, don’t put yourself in danger, girl! If you get killed, I swear to God I’m going to riot.
-Love the way that Harold just kind of gently puts Natalie off to the side, like “I got this”
-Fight! Fight! Fight!
Episode 27:
-Are you serious, girl? You are so petty. “You’re wounded” when Harold has an itty bitty little scratch and Albert is coughing up blood.
-Oh shit! Albert is declaring war.
-Now, you guys step in. The king made preparations to stop Albert. Why did you allow him to go in the first place?
-I don’t know why but that final, “I wish you a safe journey. Let’s not meet again” I am so emotional.
Episode 28:
-How are there more episodes?
-Albert is home now, so I guess we are going to have Kaitlyn’s comeuppance.
-Yep, Kaitlyn and her catty bitches are talking and don’t know Albert is behind a partition.
Episode 29:
-Yeah, I don’t care about seeing Kaitlyn and the catty bitches get punished.
Episode 30:
–Still don’t care. Can we see how Natalie is getting along with her husband?
Episode 31:
-We were going along so well, why did we have to detour to this? Kaitlyn didn’t even do anything that bad if we compare her to some other drama villains.
-It is funny how fast the catty bitches turned on Kaitlyn, though.
-Okay, Kaitlyn is showing her true colors now to point out that his anger is misplaced. He’s the one who drove Natalie away. Good job, girl.
Episode 32:
-Choking Kaitlyn doesn’t make her words any less true, dude.
– I was going to ask why Kaitlyn still wants to marry Albert, but he is the crown prince. I get it. A lot of women would put up with an idiot if it meant being crown princess. Right, Camilla?
Episode 33:
-Yes, we are back to Harold and Natalie being cute!
-Harold is adorable and I love him. He stole the jade pendant Natalie gave to Albert that got thrown away.
-Boo! Back to Kaitlyn and Albert. Their engagement is called off and Kaitlyn’s dad has been stripped of his title and exiled. Sucks to suck, I guess.
-Albert is drinking himself to death, so that’s fun.
-Dude is hallucinating, and I hate to say it, but I feel bad for him. I don’t forgive him, but I do feel bad for him.
Episode 34:
-The king is here. Please don’t kick him when he’s down. I really can’t handle any more emotional gut punches.
-Oh, the king is so smart. He’s using Natalie coming to visit sometimes as the incentive to get Albert to act right.
-One year later. The envoys from Cotha are here….
-Only Harold came, because Natalie’s pregnant.
-“She … didn’t come…”. I’m not crying. You’re crying.
Fin
That was my full reaction to “Away From the Crown’s Reach”. I hope you enjoyed it. Please comment below what your favorite or least favorite moment was from this drama.
I’m going to go crawl in a ball and cry for about an hour now. Stay tuned for my formal review, coming later this week.
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