The Lady in Waiting

by thetudorsanneboleyn

Jane Seymour won't let Anne Boleyn's death rock her soul at the beginning of her reign. She and Henry decide to let Anne live and come back to court- as Jane's lady in waiting. But there's more: Anne's pregnant. If she births a boy, it will turn England around. And she begins to enjoy Jane Seymour's company! What's a former queen of England to do?

1. Chapter 1

The lady in waiting

"Mistress Boleyn," Henry said, standing in Anne's cell

"Your majesty, I apologise for what I've done to displease you but must tell you that I, along with my brother and the other men to be executed, are innocent," Anne said, bowing her head

"I am aware. Which is why you are all to be released," Henry said with a smirk

"Really? Your majesty is so kind," Anne said, surprised

"Yes. But that does not mean you will not be punished. As a result of your indecency, you will be a lady in waiting to the queen, Jane Seymour. As the king of England, I have already given her the crown jewels for the queen of England. You will do anything she commands in a quiet and humble manner," Henry demanded. Jane had originally came up with the idea. She had told him that she didn't want the death of an innocent woman on her head, ergo, Anne was to become Jane's lady in waiting

"Your majesty is so gracious" Anne said, trying not to scream, "I accept this most generous offer".

"Great. Her lady would like to speak to you and give you a new dress. Isn't she lovely?" Henry said, his eyes were like little hearts

"She is a very fine lady," Anne said shakily. When Henry exited her cell a moment later, she slammed her hand against the wall breathing heavily. Now she had lost her love, and was the lady in waiting to the woman she hated most- Jane Seymour. But at least I live. At least George and Mark and all the innocent men can live. That's what's important.