~ not wish to be my husband any longer?

~ raised me as her right hand to ensure I could rule Scotland when I came of age. Now that Mary and I are, I rule for her whilst they rule from France. Mother is taken care of here in the castle as she should be. *She paused.* Do you mind marrying me or because of what may be said about you do you ~

~ sent to the convent when we were six I think? *She turned to Mary as if to ask her without saying a word. Mary nodded. She didn't know why Catherine sent her to the nunnery. But she had. When she had an attempt on her life and the nun had died, was when she was sent back to the castle.* My mother~

*Agnes heard his voice as he began speaking directly at her. She blushed and looked down with a smile. Mary looked to Francis with a gaze that she recalled their own courtship.* I was raised raised here in Scotland to be the Regent and Mary was spirited away to France to live in France and suddenly~

*She smiled and even laughed when her brother by law bowed to her.* Francis, you do not ever need to bow to me. I'm not the Queen. Just the Regent. *She awaited the introduction with anticipation and apprehension.* Hello, Tate. How are you?

~ will be here within the hour.

~ Pope prior to Mary leaving France. Though Agnes being younger and the Regent of Scotland. She had sent a Scottish emissary to French court. Much like all other countries. It kept Mary closer to home. At least she hoped it did. She would inquire soon enough.* Ensure everything is in order. They ~

~ Had she advised her sister? Yes, of course. She also knew of @bashdepoitiers.bsky.social situation. She had sent word along with the Cardinal who was deeply loyal to Scotland and Mary. One who needn't be paid off like so many others. It was rare. Bash's wedding had already been annulled by the ~

~ them, prepare their chambers. We don't have much time. *She clapped her hands.* Please set our guest up with chambers and a meal. I am sure he is weary from his travels. *With that Agnes went to find her mother and brother.

~ wedding to Francis.* As I miss her and King Francis. *She opened the letter and read it with a smile.* The Queen's guards looked at her with interest.* Ther Queen and King are coming within a fortnight. We must prepare for them. Bring the King's throne in, have the seamstress make clothes fit for~

*Agnes welcomed the gentleman who bowed before her and handed her the letter. "It's a letter from Queen Mary of Scots, My Lady." He stood.* Thank you. How fares my sister? *He nodded. "She is well, My Lady. She misses you and her country." She nodded almost sadly as she had not seen her since the ~