Ep 3. Emil the Mom Thief

Prince of Peoria follows the life of Emil, a prince from a small country, who is sent to America to attend a public school. In season 1 episode 3, titled Emil the Mom Thief, Emil becomes enamoured with a fellow student's mother after she comes to tutor him in math.

Emil is struggling with his school work, specifically algebra, and so his tutor, Mrs. Delgado, is sent to help him out. Mrs. Delgado is a kind and patient woman, and Emil finds himself drawn to her warmth and intelligence. He confesses to his best friend Teddy that he wishes she was his own mother.

Teddy, an American and unaccustomed to Emil's culture, misunderstands Emil's intentions and thinks Emil wants to steal Mrs. Delgado away from her husband. He encourages him to go after her, and Emil is confused and conflicted. He doesn't want to hurt Mrs. Delgado's marriage, but he can't help the way he feels.

Things come to a head when Emil invites Mrs. Delgado to watch a soccer game with him and Teddy. Teddy takes the opportunity to leave them alone, and Emil confesses his feelings to Mrs. Delgado. She's shocked and uncomfortable, and Emil realizes he's made a mistake. He apologizes and promises to back off, but the damage is done. Mrs. Delgado feels uneasy and decides it's best to stop tutoring him.

Emil is heartbroken and feels like he's lost his chance at having a real mother figure in his life. He confides in his father, the king, who advises him to apologize to Mrs. Delgado and explain his cultural differences. Emil takes his father's advice and visits Mrs. Delgado's house to apologize. He explains that in his culture, it's common to hold maternal figures in high regard, and that his feelings were never meant to be romantic. Mrs. Delgado is understanding and accepts his apology, and they part on good terms.

In the end, Emil learns a valuable lesson about cultural differences and the importance of respecting boundaries. He also gains a new friend in Mrs. Delgado, who agrees to continue tutoring him despite their misunderstanding. Emil's relationship with Teddy is also strengthened, as Teddy realizes the error of his ways and apologizes for his misguided advice.

Overall, Prince of Peoria season 1 episode 3, Emil the Mom Thief, is a heartwarming and humorous exploration of cross-cultural misunderstandings and the importance of communication and respect.