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Thread: A Mother's Trials (Tesora & Greeneyed23)

Elizabeth looked at the note in her hand and then tucked it into her skirts. I will seek to arrange that now Your Highness, she said simply then rose, walking from the room and putting a guiding hand behind her son. She went to the healer's room, grabbing a sleeping powder and then walking to the kitchens. After pouring the contents into a jug of wine, she ordered one of the servants to take it down for the king's guards to drink it but ordered that the servants not do so. It was hardly poison but it would ensure none of her servants were raped and would make them sleep through the night. If only she could do the same to William. Jane...have the best guest room we have prepared for His Majesty, she ordered another and the woman nodded and left, leaving mother and son alone. Best you go up to my chambers and keep Catherine with you. I'll be up shortly and don't cause trouble my love. But I do thank you, she told him and then kissed his cheeks before motioning him toward the stairs. Gathering up her skirts, she returned to the great hall, curtseying before William and then clearing her throat. Your Majesty. If you are finished eating, I fear I must take my leave of you this evening. I have accounts to finish and I have to spend some time with my children. I'm sure you'll find all well and one of my servants will kindly take you to your room once it's been prepared. It shan't take long. Do you require anything else before I take my leave? she asked of him, keeping her face clear knowing that if the men downstairs in the tap room were imbibing much then she would hear snores before she retired. It was already dark outside and she'd dosed the wine pretty liberally and no one would be the wiser. If only she could find a way to slip some of that sleeping powder into the King's wine.
Thread: A Mother's Trials (Tesora & Greeneyed23)

He blinked at her request but nodded slowly. Very well then. Good evening Elizabeth. He was much too full to do much of anything else tonight anyway. Once Elizabeth was gone William finished eating and had the servant take him up. he was suddenly not feeling well. he started to undress sitting on the edge of the bed, then without warning flopped over into a deep sleep. ------------- The servant, Jessica, smirked as she walked away from the guest room hearing the King's heavy snores. When she had taken the wine to the king's men she had poured out a small measure for the King and had put the measure into his next plate of venison. The bastard would not touch her Lady or those precious children. And certainly not Jessica or her own children. She slipped a note under her lady's door alerting her to the events. She knew she might get in trouble for drugging the King, but she didn't care. Lady Elizabeth had been taking care of Jessica and her family for years and she deserved the same in return. ------------------ Nathan was watching the sleeping guards grinning. Are you sure I can't go set the carriage on fire again mother? We'd be free of more than a dozen wicked men. -------------------- London. The home of the English Crown. And currently holding party to a group of people, including Henry fourth son of William the Conqueror. Do you really think we can achieve the crown in such a manner? Yes...but we must find the right way to eliminate William... Henry had not yet spoken but now did so softly. He does goes hunting often. Aye.... but who can we get to aid us? I am not sure. We shall have to begin sounding out possibilities. Very well. Everyone will begin speaking to his hunting fellows. See who might be open to helping us...or to receiving a ...gift. Henry smiled at the thought. Thank you my friends. Farewell. He smiled watching them go and raised his hand before the light of the lantern sitting on the table before him. Your madness had reached it's end brother. he blew out the lantern and left the chamber for his own bedchamber, silent and thoughtful, wondering who to speak to first.
Thread: A Mother's Trials (Tesora & Greeneyed23)

Elizabeth laughed softly at her son and then led him upstairs. No you silly goose. Now...get to bed. Sleep in my room tonight. I don't want you in trouble come morning just for crossing the king's path, she said simply and then followed him up to her chambers to find Catherine already curled up in her nightgown sleeping. She set Nathan to bed beside his sister and then saw the note left by Jane. She couldn't help but give an amused smile before tossing the note in the warm fire before moving behind a dressing screen. After getting in her own nightgown, she settled for the night on the bed with her children, her arm protectively across them. ------ Breakfast proved interesting. Most of his men were groggy, having fallen asleep where they'd been standing but none of them seemed the wiser to the drugging. After all, they'd been quite drunk when she'd put the herbs in the wine. She glanced at Catherine as she ate daintily, knowing Nathan would probably be in the kitchen to eat his meal since he was very much against having the King present in his home. And who could blame him. William was hardly the best of company but he was the king and so they had to act with decorum. I do trust your rooms were to satisfaction Your Majesty? she asked of him as she spooned a bit of cinnamon oatmeal into her mouth. It even had bits of dried apples. She'd have to tell cook to make it again for the morning. She wiped her mouth daintily and then looked at Catherine with a smile, noting she'd put on one of her better frocks. She certainly was a pretty child.
Thread: A Mother's Trials (Tesora & Greeneyed23)

Nathan wrapped protectively about his sister and smiled as his mother did the same to the two of them. Catherine may have been a pain but he had noticed how the guards and even the king had looked at her. --------------- William yawned but nodded. He was in simply gorgeous green robes today and he was eating much more politely now. my rooms were lovely. i slept like a baby. almost as well as i do at the palace. I hear you would like to come to the palace Catherine. Perhaps you would like to accompany when i return in three days? I have ball upcoming and I am certain you would find it most interesting He was watching her mother as he spoke. he was daring her to challenge him now. She could not argue with her child's wishes and dreams, and a royal invitation that seemed so innocent and they both knew it. he also knew that Catherine was likely too young and far too eager to say no. To sweeten the deal he added, i have several of the nobles of Normandy coming as well. They have many young men of marrying age. i am certain they would be delighted to make the acquaintance of such a lovely young lady. He watched the child knowing the offer would be more than tempting to her, and curious just how Elizabeth would deal with it. ----------------- Another reason Nathan ate in the kitchen so much was because there was an unused heatstove there that connected to one in the dining room that let him hear everything said in the other room. When William made his offer Nathan winced. Bastard. Come on Mum. Shut him down! He'll ruin Cathy in a heartbeat!
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Elizabeth felt a sickening chill run down her spine before she glanced at him but then Catherine was giving a gasp of surprise and innocent wonder as though she'd been given the greatest gift ever given. Her cheeks colored. Oh mum really? Can I go? she asked, her voice all to eager. Elizabeth knew the challenge and was quiet for a moment before taking a deep breath. Sweetheart...I...I don't think you're old enough to go to court on your own... She trailed off, seeing the happiness in her child's eyes. Damn him. Damn him to hell. She put her spoon down and then took a deep breath before looking at the King, feeling trapped and it was something she hated before glancing at Catherine. Sweetheart, if you will excuse yourself. I must talk to the King first, she said and watched as Catherine pouted before giving a nod and then getting up, walking from the room and to the kitchens. After she was gone, Elizabeth looked at the man whom she had to pledge fealty too, using her child against her to get what he wanted. I fear Your Majesty that Catherine, being only eight years old, is far to young to attend court by herself. I had plans to go to court in the Spring as I always do and take her with me then. Surely the invitation can wait until then...I cannot leave my estate for court at present and she's not even nine years old yet...nor is she old enough to have a marriage... She swallowed, knowing the risk in questioning him. She wasn't creating treason but questioning his will might put him in a foul mood. I know well how much she wants to attend court and I have every intention of taking her in the Spring...but I can't do it now...I hope you can understand that...Your Majesty, she said subserviently and then slowly looked up at him, breath bated as she waited on his response.
Thread: A Mother's Trials (Tesora & Greeneyed23)

William smiled sweetly. Surely you can have someone bring the young lady. Someone you can trust? if it cannot be you. The Yule ball should not be missed. you yourself really should come. but if not i shall have to insist that Catherine come. His voice was soft as were the words but it was clear. he was commanding her to let the girl come. He ignored her arguments entirely watching her face. Now she would have no choice. Either give in or come, or take the chance and send the girl alone. William knew it and it delighted him. --------- Nathan hissed. Dirty fucker! Nathan! he scowled at the remonstrative Butler. Shut up. he bent nearer the stove praying for his mother and wishing all sorts of violent painful death upon William.
Thread: A Mother's Trials (Tesora & Greeneyed23)

Looking at him, she took a deep breath before looking back at her keep. What to do, what to do? Her mind was reeling and finally she decided that she couldn't dare leave her daughter to the wolves of court, nor to him. She was certain the perverted man before her would hardly care for her daughter's welfare and so she had to go. Slowly, she looked down and then put her hands in her lap. I suppose I will go with her... she said after a moment, quietly defeated but he wasn't going to win this completely. Yes she would be going to court but she wasn't ever going to share his bed or his offer of marriage. I do hope you'll give me a day or two to make arrangements for while I am gone, she said then without his permission, rose and curtseyed. If you'll excuse me, she murmured and then turned leaving from the room. She waited until she was out of sight and in a secluded part of a corridor before covering her face with her hand, turning into the wall and forcing herself not to cry. Lord what was she going to do? Court was certain to be quite a trial and she wasn't sure if she could survive it. And Catherine. Something terrible would happen to her if she didn't go with her. She was playing right into William's hands and she hated the very idea of being within his grasp. Taking a deep breath, she composed herself and then crossed herself before gathering up her skirts and heading into the kitchen. She would have to get her steward Daniel, head of House Jessica and her Head of Guard James to see to the arrangements and be in charge while she was gone. And Nathan. What was she to do about him? Take him to court? The very idea made her nervous only because of her son's pure hatred for the man who was their king. Seeing Nathan by the stove, she sank down and then brought him close, knowing he'd heard everything. Not having any idea what to do.
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Nathan had either sensed or guessed at his mother's troubles. take me along mom. I'll stay with Catherine. Keep her safe. he shrugged at the thought. What other choice do you have? he won't let you stay with her but he can't send me away. Well he can but I'd just ignore him anyway. His eyes looked much older than they were as he spoke. Much like his father's actually. He sighed watching her. We can't let him have Cathy mom. I'll behave...for her. ------------------ Roland hated this. He was now watching, for what seemed the millionth time, as a number of criminals were executed for their crimes. he felt no pity he was simply sick of seeing what was supposed to be a deterrent becoming something of a social event.
Thread: A Mother's Trials (Tesora & Greeneyed23)

She looked at him and then smiled a bit. Such a good lad you are... she whispered then kissed his forehead before turning toward Jessica. I do trust that you'll be able to keep the staff in order in my absence. You've done as much before but not on such short notice... she said to the woman who she counted as a friend and one who obviously had seen to their best interests last night. She took a deep breath then looked at Nathan. Go and pack your things. Tell your sister to do the same. We'll have to leave first thing in the morning...and it looks as though the king and his men will be spending another night here to ensure we come along, she murmured and then kissed her son's cheek once more before giving him a nudge toward the door. Do you know where Master Daniel and Captain James are? she asked of Jessica, feeling only a sinking dread at the idea of going to court but she was left without choice in the matter. She could only pray her family made it unscathed.
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Nathan nodded rushing off to obey, though he was quite irritated that he would ahve to tell Cathy, knowing she would be all gaga over it. Still he did as he was told. Jessica shook her head. I am afraid not Milady. i have been ensuring the ladies have been in my sight all night. i do apologize. Shall i go find them? The other servants were watching nervously. Jessica had indeed kept the guards well away from them but they knew that it was really only a matter of time before they got past her.
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No...No I'll...I'll seek them out...I do thank you Jessica. You're a blessing to me in all this... She said giving the woman's hand a squeeze. It had been Jessica to help birth both of her children. She could still recall Roland nearly tearing down the door when she'd been in labor with Catherine. Of course men weren't allowed in such a place but he'd foregone the rules to hold her hand as she writhed and cried in labor. The second labor with Nathan had been more difficult but he'd come through safe and sound after hours of pushing and being an early one. The look of fascination and pride on the face of Roland when he'd held Catherine had made her cry when she'd held their son. And now that Roland was supposedly dead, it was pure grief to know he'd never get to know what it was like to have such a strong willed son. A son that despite some of his anger problems, was a child to be proud of. She walked into the yard and headed toward the barracks, finding the Captain of her Guard. She made sure to instruct him on the extra security in her absence and then had found her steward not long after, making sure to instruct him to keep everything in order and to use Jessica as if she were lady of the house while Elizabeth was gone to court. How long she was gone remained a mystery and she just hoped that the King didn't plan on trapping her there. Once all of that was done, she went to her room to pack her belongings and then settled on her bed, clutching her rosary tight and shaking her head. I do wish you were here with me my love. If you were the King would not be sending our daughter to that viper's nest, she whispered as if Roland were right in front of her. You told me when you left to be strong but it is getting harder to be a pillar of strength when our children are in danger. I do wish you were home with me, she whispered softly, feeling the tears in her eyes. Wiping her eyes free of the moisture, she looked up at the ceiling, giving a prayer of strength to the Good Lord and a few Hail Mary's before slipping her rosary in the pocket of her dress, continuing with her packing.
Thread: A Mother's Trials (Tesora & Greeneyed23)

When the time came for them all to leave William waited by the carriage with a wicked and sure little smirk upon his face. He rushed Nathan and Catherine into the carriage then aided Elizabeth in stepping up into the carriage then followed shutting the door. They arrived at the palace a few hours later, William having been insufferable, complimenting Elizabeth and constantly trying to tell her about his arrangements for the two children, and urging her to accept his proposal. The Eckerts were given only an hour to prepare before the Yule Ball's festivities began. William had the children sent to find something interesting to do, namely someone to keep an eye on Nathan while Catherine was flirted with from all sides, while he insisted upon escorting Elizabeth throughout the evening, making her dance with him and offering her much wine. He was charming and the ball was bright and stunning but he also took no precautions letting her feel his everpresent erection grinding against her body and letting his lust filled eyes drag over her form, especially her cleavage. You do look so very luscious my dear Elizabeth. you have been alone so long. Could you not use a man to remind you of the pleasures of life? He had already given several orders that held her and her children captive at court for as long as he wished, leaving her land in the hands of her servants.
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Elizabeth had no desire to be here and had made her obvious distaste of it clear. Catherine was just a child, one of the youngest at court. A place made for adults who saw only lust and greed and she loathed it here. She was completely aware of the fact that now here, she would not be leaving and that her children were trapped here as well. Her children deserved better but Elizabeth ws only a woman and women had very few rights, especially with the King sniffing at her skirts. As he pulled her against him while they danced, she swallowed and turned away, feeling only disgust but not letting it show on her poised face. I fear I am a good Christian woman Your Majesty and I will not give myself to a man until I am married to him. And since I have no intentions of marrying anyone for a good long while yet I'm sure that my bed will remain quite empty. I have no desire to go to hell Your Majesty, she whispered softly, looking at him, glad when the music finished so she could break apart from him and give a curtsey before turning and trying to seek out Catherine. She hadn't imbibed as much as the man thought she had as far as the wine was concerned, tossing half of it back into plants or into other glasses when he wasn't paying much attention. He wanted her pliant and willing well she had no intention of being either and after a long journey here and dealing with him for hours on end, she was just tired and ready to retire and she wished to retire in her suite with her children. Where in heaven were they?
Thread: A Mother's Trials (Tesora & Greeneyed23)

William was all smiles until she spoke then he glowered at her angrily but he had to maintain appearances. He watched her go then reached out and grabbed a couple he had known well and whispered into their ear. they agreed immediately rushing to his rooms. Nathan caught his mother's arm and gestured to a small couch where Catherine was asleep. Mom we have to get her out of here. Several men have been trying to talk her into their beds. He pushed her toward his sister quickly clearly scared. Catherine was much too heavy for him, but he had been able to drive off her pursuers, though his methods had rarely been kind or subtle.
Thread: A Mother's Trials (Tesora & Greeneyed23)

She looked at her son and then nodded, lifting her daughter up and walking to their suit. Catherine smelled of wine and the idea that she'd been drinking wine instead of cider made Elizabeth angry but what could she do? Nothing. Closing her eyes, she kissed her daughter's forehead and settled her on the bed once they were in their room. Lock the door Nathan and put the trunk in front of it. I'll keep the fire going... she said then took off Catherine's shoes and her top dress so she was only in her chemise and then tucked her in bed for the night. After doing so, she undressed herself down to corset and chemise and then took out her rosary, whispering her prayers before glancing at her son and helping him with the trunk. You did very well tonight my love. I'm glad to have such a brave lad as you... she mused and then lifted him up, settling herself before the fire. I do wish we weren't here but I couldn't allow Catherine here by herself. I don't know how long we are going to be here either so I need you to be brave and strong for me. His Majesty has me here because...because he wishes to marry me and I keep denying him. I can't marry him. He's a cruel man and very selfish. Nothing at all like your father and he's going to try for as long as we are here until he grows tired of it...I just hope he doesn't do anything drastic, she sighed. You're such a smart lad, she murmured then looked at him. Come on then, let's get to bed....tomorrow, if I'm able, I'll take you both for a turn about the gardens... she promised then motioned for him to get in the bed.
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Nathan nodded to his mother's words. He knew or believed everything she said...except the stuff about his father. if he was so brilliant why wasn't he here? Got himself killed the prat. Still he kissed his mother then got into bed, watching Cathy. She really was a clever girl but didn't use her brain. She was just so eager to get to what she thought she needed... He yawned hard and closed his eyes drifting off the to sleep while still considering how to help his mother with William. -------- Roland watched the sun with something like hatred. He should have been home with his wife but there was still some time before that could happen. Still he had the moment and crossed himself. Father in Heaven protect my wife Elizabeth. guard her and those she cares for with your grace. And please help her with my daughter. help her keep the child safe in this dark world. And if it is your will let her know I do love her...Amen. Ishim moved closer. A fine pray my friend. i also have been praying to Allah the Merciful to give you what you wish and send you home. You are most kind my friend. Ishim smiled. Now my friend...we have work to do. Roland sighed and nodded looking down at the small group of bandits he had just captured in the abandoned outpost. he looked back at the sun. God have mercy upon their souls. And went down to handle these beasts pretending to be men.
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