SIMON HAS A NEW LOVER?!?! | Young Royals 2x2 First Reaction!

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[@11ibi]

Totally agree with Bryce on the whole wilhelm asking simon to be together with him but keep it a secret simon deserves better and shouldn’t have to wait loving the reactions

[@Berndr]

For god's sake, they are still kids !! no one at that age needs to go public, in reality, they should not even date ... Wille meant secret from media, not friends and family, why does 16-year-old Simon need the world to know that he is shagging a prince is beyond me !!!!! I was 16 once and no I did not want anyone to know at that age !!!! Simon is not being reasonable! And not to forget they are not in the same position because Simon is nobody and has nothing to lose and Wille has behind him responsibilities and centuries of traditions and expectations ...

[@bluetai8515]

@@Berndrit’s not like he wants to announce it at a press conference, but for an out person to have to pretend and hide their relationship in public is like taking 5 HUGE steps back into the closet. It feels like they are ashamed of you. And just because Simon isn’t a prince doesn’t mean he has nothing to lose. Being at this school is his ticket to change the course of his life and have a better future. Being in a relationship with the prince (public or not) could definitely put that in jeopardy. Last season they were even talking about taking him out of school. That could change his entire life.

[@reddieweeb]

@@Berndr Then it's a good thing that you're not Simon lmao He doesn't want the whole world to know, just not hide too much. Like when he was with Marcus. Not a secret, but it's not hidden. You sound like that one character who called Simon a nobody in one episode. Nils was his name. You're arrogant. You clearly don't know the character Wilhelm if you think for one second he cares about status. 😂

[@Berndr]

@@bluetai8515 we are talking about a child from Sweden, not some repressed old gay guy from an Islamic country who suffered years of discrimination, right??? You do know people can do things and have no need to tell the world about it !!! it does not mean being in a closet ... you don't seem to understand the difference between hiding and having no need to advertise or tell! plus is it not better for Simon not to tell anyone if it could jeopardize his future as you say ... you kinda confirmed my point here and made a contradiction, unless you mean not to be with Wille at all, but that is not what is in question!

[@Berndr]

@@reddieweeb I was not being arrogant, I was being objective by saying Simon is nobody in the public eye because he is nobody as far the society is concerned, on the other hand the entire country and even the world know who the prince is....yet you are just rude! A 16-year-old child should not have a need to advertise his sex life!!! Wille never asked Simon to hide from friends and family only from media so not true ... Simon wanted him to go public and say it on TV !!!! that's why he made a strop, that Wile did not come out on that interview to thew whole world!!! Neither do you know Wille because he is obviously conflicted, you heard him what was he saying to his psychologist about expectations from his family, it is not just about what he wants but about what he thinks are his responsibilities and obligations... ... otherwise he would not have denied the story in the first place!

[@b3z3jm3nny]

Cackled at Simon’s expression when he realized Marcus wasn’t interested in being a rebound fuck, Omar portrayed that perfectly

[@thom7ad]

Loved the reaction! And thanks for the consistent uploads! Regarding Wilhelm, something that is easy to forget is that it has likely only been about two months or so since Erik died. While I don't think he always approaches things the right way, I also think the Crown/his mother hasn't really given him room to grieve or be comforted. And so now we see him at his most angriest, loneliest, and lowest point. I also agree too, that he needs to give Simon space as he's requesting. But I can see how Wilhelm is just desperate for affection from someone at this stage and doesn't have many options.

[@yujuswifebecauseshesveryfr9414]

Love this

[@Nelly-44]

We often overlook the fact that Simon is, first and foremost, Wille's true friend. He is the friend Wille made independently, introduced himself to, and who knows him as Wille, not Wilhelm or Crown Prince. Simon is the kind of friend who asks for nothing in return. Wille is currently in a desperate situation, having lost his only other trusted person, his brother. While I may not agree with Wille's behaviour, I do understand the reasons behind it.

[@lynnhettrick7588]

@@Nelly-44I completely agree.

[@Raven-uw6ok]

I admire Simon for sticking up for himself. Their relationship has the potential to become incredibly one sided if all Simon does is cater to the royal family. He catches a lot of flack for it and people call him selfish, but I see it more as self-preservation. That same family told Wille to deny that it was him in the video. If I was Simon, I would not trust a word the Queen says about Wille being able to be out at 18.

[@marthahammel8543]

I don’t trust the queen either. She is the monarch first of all and a mother second. She wants to be in control and that is foremost in her plans.

[@lynnhettrick7588]

“Self-preservation” is a good way to say it. People have been hard on Simon for his decision, but he has been doing what is best for himself. He understandably felt betrayed by Wilhelm and the Royal Family, so he’s trying to protect himself from hurt like that again.

[@Nelly-44]

@@lynnhettrick7588 I think what most of us missed as well is that Simon was blindsided by the denial But when Ayub read the bit about " not getting involved in an "emotional relationship " that took him all the way out .... No matter why Wille did what he did ... the words that came out of his mouth were .... " I have no plans to get in an emotional relationship" and "we can't be SEEN together" .... Simon had no option but to protect himself also Considering Willie shoved him away TWICE before

[@peptobismol8968]

Exactly 💯

[@asterierrantry]

One thing to note too is that Simon is an out queer person. Asking a queer person to hide their relationship is very much like asking them to go back into the closet which is incredibly painful. It's not just "oh yeah hehe we will be a secret and then in 2 years everything will be fine!" but it's "I'm asking you to hide a fundamental part of yourself again and there's no guarantee that that will ever change because I already broke a promise once about opening up about us and there is no way you can trust that I will open about it when I do turn 18." Also, I believe I read somewhere that it was meant to show that BOTH Simon and Wilhelm are flawed in their reactions. You're not meant to be able to pick one side over the other because there are genuinely problems and consequences in every choice and action they make. Yes, Wilhelm has a whole different ballgame having to deal with his role as Crown Prince and Simon could be more understanding of that BUT Wilhelm is also inherently in a position of authority over Simon in that case. Should Simon really have to be the one to sacrifice his control, his family's image, and ultimately his privacy because of that? If that is the case, what does Wilhelm sacrifice? Nothing? That's not an equal relationship and not fair to ask of Simon. But that doesn't mean they could never be together, their compromise will just look different. Personally, I believe that for it to be equal the compromise will mostly have to be on Wilhelms side since he is the one who holds the control in their relationship. Lots to think about!

[@lynnhettrick7588]

Well said! I think you’re spot on. And along those lines, that’s why the book scene later on is so important to show their growth and understanding of each other’s perspective/situation.

[@asterierrantry]

@@lynnhettrick7588 I absolutely agree! Love it when Lit classes parallel the theme of the main characters!

[@Nelly-44]

@asterierrantry yes in theory "Simon could be more understanding " but in reality. I can see why he thinks Wille has power . Simon has a lot of autonomy and control over his life. When wanted to improve his grades, he proactively sought tutoring. Similarly, when he planned to spend the night at Wilhelm's, he didn't seek permission but confidently informed his mother that was not coming home, exemplifying his independence. We also see where Simon left home in the middle of the night to rescue Wille, He also slept out that night without excessive concern from anyone, himself, his sister or his mother. This shows the level of freedom and self-reliance he has. Within his family, Simon is a decision-maker, this is evident when he directly addresses his mother, assuring her that he will handle Sara's disrespectful behaviour. So It's not surprising that Simon sees The Crown Prince as having the power to manage his own life given these experiences. Additionally, Simon's observations of Wilhelm suggest that Wilhelm also wields substantial decision-making authority. In their initial classroom interaction, Wilhelm is granted the flexibility to take a missed test at "his convenience" by the teacher, a figure of authority. The school's significant adjustments, including a grand welcome function, to accommodate Wilhelm further support Simon's belief that Wilhelm, as The Crown Prince, enjoys considerable power and autonomy. To Simon, the idea that a prince possesses such authority over his own life seems entirely natural. "their compromise will just look different" 100% Willem needs to undersand it all cant be on his terms and Simon needs to give him more grace .... but in order to figure that out they have to experience what they are experiencing now .. thay have to live in each others shoes

[@seanism_v]

"such a pure soul" okay we all fall for that

[@drea_mer2]

You're right guys. Simon is a way smaller than Marcus. He doesn't like Marcus he just wanted to do something with his feeling about Wilhelm inside him. I am in love with your reactions. I hope you'll also do reactions with Omar and Edvin's interview.

[@lynnhettrick7588]

Simon tries to replicate what he has with Wille. He picked horror, just like movie night at the Manor House. He wants to feel with Marcus how he feels with Wilhelm.

[@Nelly-44]

Henry is everywhere... he has all the tea

[@eunoiafx]

and he’s the biggest wilmon shipper

[@mandipandi303]

Simon smelling Wilhelm's sweater and wearing it is low-key heartbreaking. Especially when he takes it off because he's thinking about Wille while writing music.

[@lynnhettrick7588]

10:21 B: “There kinda is a ‘but’ though.” Z: “Yeah, on each of them.” B: 🤨 I’m cracking up at Bryce’s expression!

[@ThatsMyUsborneBook]

All Simon wants from Wille is open communication and trust. Wille keeps secrets from Simon or makes decisions that affect Simon without talking to him about it first. He is also not honest about how he is feeling - or what he is going through. Simon was asking after Erik died, via text message, what he could do to help or for Wille to talk to him. Wille's response was to ask him to delete all his texts. He not only rejected Simon as a lover at that point but he rejected his friendship. He was obviously grieving and not able to make good decisions. In fact the only person we see him talking to about Erik is August - when he's drunk and when he's distressed about the leaked tape.

[@davidcwitkin6729]

August is playing a long game. So is the Queen. So is Wille. The Queen needs an heir, and the Royal House needs grandchildren, and Wille is gay and has been unstable, and August is straight and is the closest relative. The Queen will do all she can to keep him out of trouble and free of scandal, so she has an ace in the hole if Wille abdicates or gets in too much trouble or dies.

[@celly589]

“I don’t think the queen has any plans to replace Wille as crown prince”…😬

[@reddieweeb]

Oop 😂 But nah seriously no. I think the whole August thing was just a threat to get Wilhelm to take his job seriously. She said at one point that she wanted Wilhelm to succeed the crown. Not that prick

[@Nelly-44]

NO she does not .... Even Jan-Olaf teats August like crap .... there is also a scene with August that screams Emperors New Clothes

[@mgreen1206]

This series and heartbreak high are one of the best series on Netflix..❤

[@seanism_v]

heartbreak high is sooooooooo good

[@mgreen1206]

@@seanism_v omg it’s the best. It seems a bit more realistic than other teen shows. Plus it’s filmed in Maroubra, which is a beautiful place not far from Bondi beach in Australia 🇦🇺

[@reddieweeb]

I'm really enjoying watching you guys react to this. This is my favorite show of all time. Season 3 is about to come out early 2024. So hype for it. If feels like watching the show for the first time again when watching your reactions.

[@peptobismol8968]

I will always be team Simon. He's so valid for not wanting to be a secret ❤

[@yujuswifebecauseshesveryfr9414]

Yes but I’m on both their sides. They both had valid reasons for how they felt but they also wasn’t listening to each other.

[@seanism_v]

i don't think being on someones team is the point there, i don't even think there is sides to take they just have different lifes almost a ocean apart from each other

[@eunoiafx]

tbf both sides are valid they both had reasons

[@starflyer3219]

Haha, I'm team Wilhelm. True love, and all that. 😄

[@shorkelili]

This! But I'll always be team Wille, because he is in such an impossible situation and his brother died so recently he hasn't even had time to grieve😭😭

[@Coolcameracat03]

Your utter disappointment when Sara goes to tip off August has me reeling every time. I felt the same frustration lmfaoooo like girl all this stuff is about your brother. August committed a crime against your brother. Even if I was in a rough patch with my siblings I would still put them first over someone I hardly know. The rose-colored glasses are on hard with her smh. And when I watched this show the first time I sorta felt the way you did about the queen and Wille's conversation. However, when I watched it a second time recently, I realized how fucked up it is, and how Wille just sadly doesn't realize the subtle unacceptance his mother has for his coming out. Like she's not outwardly pushing him away, but she is actively trying to keep him in the closet, and clearly hoping it's a "just a phase" thing by saying oh well maybe Wille won't feel the same way at 18. Like yeah, in general there's no guarantee you feel the same way about a person in high school once you're adults, but it kinda comes off that she means a bit more than that. That's why I don't blame Wille for his ignorance to the situation. All of this is very new to him, and he went in with the mindset that anyone knowing he's not straight would be a complete rejection. When the reaction he gets from his mother isn't that, anything else looks amazing to him, even when it's actually still not great. It sucks that he's in that part of a queer experience because it really takes a lot of growth and reflection to realize that family asking you to be anything but 100% who you've come to realize you are is pretty fucked up. And yeah he has the crown to deal with, but the fact she's putting the crown and the reputation first in every conversation they have is obviously an existing issue in their relationship lol. And I definitely don't blame Simon for pushing back. He's at a completely different stage of self-realization with his queer identity than Wille atm. They need to work on themselves first (especially Wille) before jumping back into a relationship together and I'm glad the writers understood that this season. And I can't wait to see what you guys think of Marcus as we get more of him later lmao.

[@lynnhettrick7588]

8:34 Yes, they’re upset about any hint of a scandal. They don’t want the Royal family to be involved in a scandal. They hid Erik’s involvement with the girl with an Only Fans account. So they hid Wilhelm’s involvement in a s3x video.

[@horacioyrausquin4601]

The Queen tells Wilhelm that in two years, when he is eighteen, he and Simon can open up their relationship and no longer have it be a secret relationship! I understand their dilemma and Simon’s unwillingness to wait two years. Having once been 16, yes, two years appears to be an eternity. Now, much older, two years is the day after tomorrow! 😢 Regrettably the writer’s do not distinguish between keeping their relationship “a secret” and keeping it “hidden”!

[@U2551g]

thank you guys for this amazing reaction 💜💜💜💜

[@eunoiafx]

lots of angst this season, it’s sad yes but it eventually works out for the better

[@fikanatasya444]

thanks for reactinggg

[@fikanatasya444]

cant wait for next episode!!

[@nigargojayeva1322]

FinaLLyyyyyyy 🥳

[@Itsjustgabi_]

Kronos is a titan of time

[@Nelly-44]

Wille "I am nothing like them" in reference to the Royal Family Also Wille let me play politics and make all these power moves and cause a coup d'etat without getting my hands dirty.

[@reddieweeb]

It's like a test for him when he rules someday am I right? He'll rule with Simon. 😂

[@peptobismol8968]

💯

[@Tdogg819]

Here for it

[@Ilikebiltong-ht4xn]

Hey I'm recently subscribed to you guys..firstly love your reactions also noticed that all your reactions are live action and was wondering if youd ever react to animation like the owl house or helluva boss? ❤

[@Liz_theslayer]

OMG Helluva Boss would be so fun to see their reactions to

[@yujuswifebecauseshesveryfr9414]

@@Liz_theslayerYES

[@sosom6963]

is the glasses guy ok?

[@camillemayers103]

He seems sad...and looks like he may have a fever.

[@nathalypliego]

Me encantó

[@jnne4048]

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[@fikanatasya444]

the way you describe marcus hahahaha spoiler, he isnt green flag after all!!

[@KIMKAISOOBH]

Marcus is not as pure as u think :)

[@KIMKAISOOBH]

@@Idgaf838 ok

[@eunoiafx]

@@Idgaf838tbf they have already seen the whole season already because it’s on their patreon

[@JordiVanderwaal]

I forgot if he did anything shady. I just remember him being decent. XD

[@eunoiafx]

@@JordiVanderwaal he was decent but he was pretty manipulative and said some questionable things. For example bringing up simons father

[@KIMKAISOOBH]

@@eunoiafx totally agree

[@alehanndramarques5443]

Bro react to Killing Eve.

[@naldo-zm4uu]

Thor is the god of war

[@blehnetwork3946]

Why are we feeling so much sympathy for Sara when she is hooking up with a guy who leaked her minor brothers sex tape and she knows itttt Even though she has Asperger’s she knows right from wrong and that’s just messed up n she’s getting sympathy?😭

[@brandonpadilla5402]

I think Simone was kinda being ridiculous. Will is a fucking crown prince a prince if anyone knows anything about how the crown worked it was the kids in that school. He’s not gonna be able to just night and day make changes to the way it works. Being a 2 year secret is a sacrifice but for a future king, and someone you love its not much. Gay people live in the closet for years for self preservation so it’s kinda hypocritical to judge will when he just now is figuring out his sexuality and also just started dating Simon. Like it’s common to not even introduce your dating life to your family until you are fully sure and know. So why put so much pressure on him when he still a kid and in such a huge position and has a huge responsibility on his back.

[@Berndr]

I actually don't get Simon from the perspective of someone who was 16 once I did not want anyone to know at that age nor did I care to go public, I mean we were still kids we were not getting married at that age, and was no one business ... so it's strange to me... I feel it is a woke ideology of being proud gay and out, used here as propaganda ... if they were over 18 then I would understand! And what Wille meant was secret from public media, not friends and family! Why does Simon need the world to know whilst they are still 16!!!

[@lynnhettrick7588]

Everything that Wilhelm does is in the public eye. He has to be careful about how he is seen in public. S1E1 shows that. He got into a fight and it’s all over the news. He had to apologize for his behavior. Then he had to ask Simon to take down the video at the football game because that might get picked up by the news. Simon just wants to be able to put a cute video of his boyfriend at a football game or at karaoke night on social media, and not have it picked up by every news outlet. He wants to go on dates and not worry about paparazzi. He’s not used to thinking about how the public might react to something he does. It’s not that he wants to announce anything. He just wants to be a normal teen and not hide who he’s dating.

[@Nelly-44]

Simon does not want the WORLD at large to know... at this point in their lives, the world is in a school in the middle of a forest ... " And what Wille meant was secret from public media, not friends and family" How do we know this ... he said " we can't be seen together " .... they were not out before they were "sneaking" around

[@peptobismol8968]

Dafuq did I just read...