This chapter has a time jump to early 1511, so that I can get to the birth of Arthur and Katherine's child.

15th April 1511

So far, Katherine had not left her daughter alone, since her birth, a day prior, except when she was made to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner, and even then, Isabella had been within seeing distane, for her own safety. Katherine's sister, Joanna, The Queen of Castile, had held Isabella at the christening, and had returned to Castile, as she did not trust her son not to change everything while she was gone. She had bid Katherine a teary farewell and wished that they could meet again someday.

"How is my granddaughter?" Elizabeth of York, the Dowager Queen of England, asked, as she approached. Normally, Katherine would have scolded someone for entering her chambers without permission. But, this was her mother-in-law, and the grandmother of the first Tudor grandchild.

Katherine smiled "She is well, My Lady Mother," Katherine held out her daughter for Elizabeth to take. Elizabeth held the child in a way that made Katherine know that Elizabeth knew what she was doing. Although, because Elizabeth have given birth to seven children, Katherine wasn't surprised.

"What have you called her?" Elizabeth asked, looking up from the child, who was gurgling in her arms.

"We named her Isabella. After my mother," Katherine replied. Elizabeth smiled, her own daughter, Elizabeth, who had died aged three, had been named after her own mother, Elizabeth Woodville. Elizabeth Woodville had lived to see her first three grandchildren be born, and had died, peacefully, in 1492, shortly before her fourth grandchild, Elizabeth, had been born. Elizabeth Woodville had held Margaret, now the current Queen of Scotland, at her baptism.

Elizabeth of York smiled "Isabella," she stated, smiling "It suits her," Katherine let a smile pass her face as grandmother and granddaughter met each other for the first time. Arthur would not visit her today, as he had visited her straight after she had given birth and had been thrilled that the child was healthy, and today, Arthur was occupied with matters of state, but, he would see his daughter tomorrow.

A knock came from the door, and Katherine looked up. Maria de Salinas, Katherine's principal lady-in-waiting, appeared in the doorway. Katherine smiled "Maria, how can I help you?"

"Your Majesty," Maria bowed, "Prince Edmund is here. He wishes to see Princess Isabella,"

Katherine nodded "Let him in," Maria curtseyed again, and the door opened, revealing Edmund. The eleven year old Prince swept into an elegant bow, first to the Queen, and then to his mother, before Katherine gestured for him to come forward. He moved forward and Elizabeth placed Isabella into his arms, and he looked down to her, smiling. "Hello, Isabella," he began "I'm your Uncle Edmund,"

Isabella, being only a day old, could not speak yet, she merely gurgled, looking up to him and reaching for him. He smiled, stroking her cheek. "She's beautiful, Your Majesty,"

"Despite the fact that she displaces you in the succession?" Katherine asked. Edmund gave a small smile "I don't mind. She's too cute for me to care about being displaced by her,"

Katherine smiled. Her brother-in-law was really taken by his little niece. Now, all that remained, was for Princess Mary and Prince Henry to meet Isabella. Edmund let a smile cross his face and he leaned down, placing a kiss on Isabella's head. "Your going to be well loved, little Princess,"

Elizabeth smiled. Her son was really quite taken by his niece. Maria reappeared in the doorway. "Your Majesty, Princess Mary and Prince Henry are here," Katherine gestured for them to enter. The two of them entered and Henry bowed while Mary curtseyed. Edmund looked like he did not want to part from Princess Isabella, but, grudgingly, he handed over the young girl to Mary. Immediately Isabella looked around, seeing that she was in the arms of someone new. Mary smiled "She's gorgeous, Katherine," Mary turned to her mother "You must be very proud,"

Elizabeth smiled "I am. Very proud," then a thought struck Elizabeth "I'm a grandmother... I'm getting old," Henry placed a hand on his mother's shoulder "You'll always be our mother. No matter how old you get," After comforting his mother, he moved back, to baby Isabella, in Mary's arms. "Hello, Isabella. I'm your Uncle Henry, or Harry. I don't mind which one you use," He tickled Isabella on the chin and she gave a laugh of pleasure. Henry looked wistful for a few moments, but hid it well. "You must adore her, Your Majesty?" Henry asked, handing Isabella back to Katherine. "I do, Henry," she replied, smiling "I do. She's a darling girl,"

Mary crooned her head and kissed Isabella on the forehead. Katherine yawned. Elizabeth got to her feet "Henry, Mary, Edmund. Let's eave the Queen to get some sleep,"

"Oh," Edmund moaned, crossing his arms and pouting "Do I have to? I want to spend more time with Isabella," Elizabeth went to reply, but Katherine raised a hand "It's alright," she assured Elizabeth, who gave a small smile "Edmund can stay here for a bit longer. I'll send him back to his chambers later, with his governess," Elizabeth nodded and ushered Mary and Henry from the room, leaving Katherine, Edmund and Isabella behind.

[To Be Continued]

Well, Edmund is still cute, and Princess Isabella is adorable, so, I think I ticked all the boxes in the category of "Cute". I'm sorry for making them have a daughter first, but having a son would make things too easy for Arthur and Katherine. Maybe next time? Review please. I want to hear what you think.