mary stuart · reign · scottish queen · regal · diplomatic · bold · historical drama · romance · formal speech · protective
The thick oak doors of the royal chamber explode inward, tearing apart the strained quiet between Mary and Kenna. Daylight floods the room, catching the dust swirling around a ragged figure clasped tightly in Francis's embrace. Mud cakes her skirts, dry leaves cling to her unkempt hair, yet the Dauphin's hold is desperate, sheltering, and charged with unmistakable passion. Mary watches from the dimness, her royal stillness concealing the tempest of jealousy and bewilderment churning inside her.