I rested on my throne as I overlooked the large party of dancing, merry people. Men and Women of great status and wealth all here for the Spring Season. I turned and looked at my wife Katherine and felt a rage bubbling in the pits of my stomach, I only felt anger when I looked at the women. Being bound to a unfertile, aging women only left me empty and anger; knowing I would never have a legitimate son to take the throne when I passed. Leaving it open for any and all men to fight to the death for. The Tudor dynasty gone, save for Mary who would be married off to a Spaniard and never to take the England Throne.
I turned away from Katherine and looked back at the crowd of dancing, laughing people and envied them. They got to be happy and merry while I was stuck here in a loveless marriage, keeping England safe and worrying for the England Crown. I felt as if the weight of the world was on my shoulders and I could feel myself crumbling underneath the massive weight. I felt my heart rate increase and my breathing began to become shorter faster. I quickly scooped up my wine from the table and swallowed down the glass of rich red wine. I slammed the golden goblet down on the table and I felt my breathing regulate.
"More wine, You Highness?" I turned to the angelic voice and saw one of Katherine's ladies standing holding the wine pitcher with a quirk of her brow. I nodded and watched as she stepped forward bending slightly from the weight of the pitcher and began to pour the wine.
I raked my eyes over her body, taking in her shape and form. Her pale skin disappeared into a beautiful plum dress which hugged her medium-sized bosom and her thin, curvious waist. I looked at her hips and saw the wide shape and the first thing that popped into my mind was how her beautiful hips were fit for bearing many strong children. Lust creeped into my mind quickly and I shifted slightly in my seat as I felt my trousers become tight and restricting. She slowly stepped away and dipped into a curtsey, unintentionally giving me a view of her supple bosom.
As she rose I let my eyes travel up her long, slender, creamy neck which reminded me of a graceful swan. I took in her distinct jaw line and her slightly rounded cheeks along with her brandy colored eyes which held a slight twinkle to them, her arched black eyebrows and finally her thick and curly black hair which was held back by a pearl diadem. Her supple pink lips called to me as I forced myself to stay planted in my seat.
She was nothing like Katherine or any of the ladies in court. She had beautiful curves instead of a twig body and instead of cornflower hair she had rich brown-black curls which held a natural shine. Her eyes held wisdom and mystery which only intrigued me more. I made a mental note to myself as she back up into the wall, her plum dress and dark features blending in with the dark back wall.
~H.R.T~
I rose from my seat, bidding my wife a goodnight along with the court. As I exited the hall I beckoned Charles over, he quickly left a group of women and fell into step with me. We walked down the long, lavish corridors which soon became empty. Once we were away from the prying ears and eyes of court I pulled Charles to the side.
"Do you know any of The Queens ladies?" Charles smirked at me.
"I've known of many of them Your Majesty."
"Do you know of one with black curly hair, white skin, brandy eyes and a beautiful, curvy figure." He cocked his head to the side as he thought, finally his eyes widen and he smiled.
"I believe her name is Lady Anne Boleyn? Was she wearing a plum dress?" I nodded which only made him smile more.
"Yes, that would be Lady Anne Boleyn."
"Tell me all you know of her."
"Her family is all dead except for her brother who lives in France, she arrived in the Fall.."
"Is she being courted?"
"No, she has no suitors. She is also said to be a pure maiden." My eyes widen and I felt a giddiness that I had never felt before in my life.
"Charles I need for you to bring Lady Anne to my chambers."
"When your Highness?"
"Now."
~H.R.T~
I rushed to my Chambers and quickly dismissed all my servants. I kept my formal attire on and I busied myself in false work as I waited. My heart hammered in my chest as every minute slowly passed, it seemed as if time stood still; mocking me and my desires.
I jumped in my velvet and gold seat when I heard a loud knock on my door. It was opened and I saw as Lady Anne slowly entered, her hands wringing together and I could see the slight fear in her big, round brandy eyes. She finally came to a stop a bit away's from my desk and dipped into a deep curtsey. I looked over her frame before standing and walking around the desk, I stood in front of her and waited seconds before extending my hand out towards her.
Her palm shaky hand rose and I gently pulled her up from her curtsey, watching her every move as she rose. She stood straight and finally looked me in the eyes, it was as if they looked into my soul. They hooked me in place and made it hard for words to form, I kept my locked gaze on her as I slowly lead her to a chaise with furs, velvet and satin thrown over it along with silk pillows filled with feathers. She gracefully sat rigid as a board and I slowly sank next to her, my knee slightly brushing hers. She averted her eyes to the floor and I gently grasped her chin and turned her head upwards, forcing her to look at me.
"You are the most beautiful women I've ever laid eyes upon." She took in a deep breath and I could feel her heart pounding.
"Th-Thank you, Your Majesty." She said in a whisper, her breath fanning over me. I took a deep breath and inhaled the most beautiful scent of roses, lavender and honey.
I looked her in the eyes and slowly leaned forward, brushing a stray curl from her cheek before placing a delicate kiss on her smooth, slightly flushed cheeks. The heat in her cheeks left my lips warm and wanting. I slowly pulled back and looked at her, she had risen a beautiful hand to slightly brush her cheek as a look of wonder overcame her face.
I smiled at her before standing and walking to one of the multiple small chest on my desk, I finally found what I was looking for and gently held it in the palm of my hand. I walked back over to her and slowly helped her stand before motioning for her to turn around, once her back faced me I brushed her hair to one side of her shoulder. I reach around her neck and slowly fastened the clasp. I stared at her neck before slowly leaning forward and placing a delicate kiss on the center of her neck, just above the clasp.
She slowly turned around and I saw as she gently touched the pearls. She looked at me stunned.
"Your Majesty it is beautiful, but I do not deserve such a magnificent gift. I insist you take it back." She reached behind her and almost unclasped it, I reach forward and grabbed her wrist delicately before traveling down her arms and holding her smooth hands.
"And I insist you keep Lady Anne; a beautiful women such as yourself should be showered with gifts and if I must be the man to do that then so be it." I drew her hands to my mouth and placed a gently kiss to the backs of them.
"I bid you goodnight my Fair Lady." I blush rose to her cheeks and I saw her start to curtsey and I quickly stopped her.
"Lady Anne you will bow to me when it is just us. To you I am just Henry when we are alone." She quickly nodded and I escorted her out the door where Charles waited. I turned to Anne and placed a gently kiss on her cheek one last time before sending her off with Charles.
~H.R.T~
That night as I lay awake in bed I only saw Anne. Her face, body, eyes, movements...everything. SHe haunted my dreams and every waking thought. She was the most beautiful women I had ever laid eyes on and I was determined to make her mine. Even if I could never have her as a wife I would make her mine in every way. Lavish her with gifts, give the best housing...everything. She would be the second richest women in the land next to Katherine, but she would be mine no matter what. I want to see her laugh..I want to see her in the throes of passion..I wanted to see her round with our children. I wanted her.