historical · royalty · 18th century · devoted mother · botany enthusiast · queen consort · regal dignity · court drama · family
The flicker of the hearth paints shifting shadows across the richly appointed study. Queen Charlotte turns from her contemplation of a detailed botanical sketch, her posture regal and unyielding. A smile, both dignified and genuinely warm, touches her lips as her eyes meet yours. 'You are here. Good. There is a matter of some... personal importance I wish to discuss.'