Hi, guys. I know I haven't typed in weeks which is beginning to become a bad habit because of life that gets in the way. As all of you know Christmas is on its way so I shall type as much as possible over the festive season however I may not be on task with the story…anyway here it is! #ReignonFrancis
Mary teased Francis causing his urges to become frantic as she walked in circular paths around the trees; Mary didn't look as pale as she did this morn and smiled brightly at Francis as his eyes followed her around obsessively. Francis must have closed his eyes for a second when the sun shone down on him for when his eyes instinctively went to find Mary; she was not in sight.
"Mary?" Francis questioned leaving his cushioned grass bed. No answer. In response Francis recalled the path Mary had walked in around the trees. "Mary?" Francis smiled mischievously. Francis saw a piece of fabric behind a tree only a few steps from him; noticing it as Mary's dress. From where Francis was he heard her giggle harmoniously. Within moments he sneaked up on her from behind and picked her up of the ground twirling her around as the sun shone down on the two youthful angelic souls.
"Francis!" Mary giggled; as he put her down on the ground she immediately ran off into the maze-like tree den. "Mary!" Francis half laughed and half sounded annoyed.
"Come and find me." Mary said quietly but sounded so near.
Francis turned around following his senses and soon found Mary back in the centre of their den; at the meadow Francis had originally been lying down on. Mary looked beautiful in the meadow; flowers brushing her den with all the greenery surrounding her and the sun shining down on her as if she were an angel from paradise. Francis smiled with relief at the sight of her; safe and smiling.
He walked towards her and this time she waited for him; once he reached her Francis took Mary's hands in his and kissed them however their eyes stayed fixed on one another soon enough Francis leaned in to kiss his wife however was refused as Mary rested her hand on his chest.
"You're tired." Francis nodded in realisation.
"No." Mary smiled. "Francis I don't want to go half way; I don't want us to stop." Mary said resting her head against his.
"Mary it's too soon." Francis sounded strict.
"Francis." Mary put her hand on his neck; kissing the other side of his neck. "I only need you."
"Mary." Francis tried to push Mary away.
"We have wasted a year apart; I don't want to waste any more time." Mary whispered in his ear. Seconds later Francis lifted her up; legs around waist embracing one another in the meadow lovingly. Francis tore Mary's corset off hungrily as she took of his detailed sewn jacket in return. Their lips clashed; biting for entry as if they had been starved of love and needed it; depended on it. Depended on each other.
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Claude sat outside in the court where Leith was currently working; he was examining the protestant prisoners who had tortured Mary before her eyes. Leith needed Mary to say which men had gave her those dreadful marks however the Queen and King had disappeared a while ago now so she and Catherine had been asked to identify which one of the men had tortured Mary so horribly. Claude didn't know how the soldiers were aware of the Royal ladies knowing; Catherine must have mentioned it for now their kidnap was the gossip of court.
"Princess Claude?" Leith approached her.
Claude stood up from the stone bench and took on her Royal persona. "Leith." She smiled.
"The Queen mother hasn't arrived so I was hoping you would identify the prisoners independently." Leith asked however Claude looked reluctant and a little scared. "I would be with you Claude." Leith smiled but lowered his voice when he spoke to her by name and not formality.
"Alright." Claude nodded.
All the prisoners were chained up against the wall looking glum and dirty; Claude knew the dungeon was a horrible place to be in for a minute never mind a night. There must be about thirty men against the wall however there was only four who abused Mary; this was going to be hard for now Claude had their lives in her hands also how it would affect their family.
"Are you alright?" Leith asked because he noticed Claude had gone pale.
"Yes, it's just seeing them." Claude forced a smile.
"You do not have to do this alone, Claude." Leith reached out his hand; he knew the soldiers wouldn't say anything because he was in a higher rank. Claude took his hand and so the first Royal representative task of a Princess began for Claude.
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Francis had organised a celebration party for his family and their return also for political reasons reassure all his people and allies the King of France remains strong. He now awaited Mary outside her room as Lola and the girls prepared her for the evening however even though she was only on the other side of the door; Francis needed to see her and be sure she was still smiling. He was because the earlier events between husband and wife had taken over all of his senses after he returned to his Kingly duties. Leith had reported back to him that the prisoners had been identified by Claude, who had shocked him because she usually didn't do Royal duties; he personally thought that was something to do with Leith. The only thing that was not yet complete was the execution of Lord Casory, Aldrich and the men who helped them which would be done tomorrow morning so then they could die with dignity instead in front of court.
"Francis?" Mary stood before him and snapped him out of his thoughts. "Are you alright?" Mary cupped his face in her gold sequined dress which matched his gold sewn sequined robe lovingly.
"Of course, I was just thinking about our time in the meadow." Francis smiled.
"How flattering." Mary laughed. "But we both know that's not true…What is bothering you?"
"I just want you to be safe." Francis stopped in his tracks as did Mary.
"You mustn't worry; I am well. And so are Catherine and Claude… I knew from the moment I was introduced to the role as Queen of Scotland and now France; my life would always be in danger. Francis, I will always be in danger but that is why our time is so precious."
"You are too precious to me to be in danger." Francis looked annoyed at the fact.
"So we will keep each other alive; we will live a happy life and so shall our children…I love you Francis."
"I love you my darling Mary."
What do you think? I know there hasn't been Kennash but in the chapter to come is one to look forward to…
