Arrival in England

Rise, darling, rise *extends a hand to raise up his wife* There is surely no need for that, between us! *befuddled*
*to Marie*
Uh, why thank you, Marie, and you may not touch my chin.

(ooc suspense is killing me!)

*Isabella rejects the hands and stays upon her knees*

My dear beloved husband,
I ask you this as a mother, not as your Empress -
Please, my love I beg you release the Francis's sons, it pains me greatly to hear of them.

Imagine if it were our own children!

I do imagine it my dear, every day!
But, if you will not rise, I shall kneel. *drops to a knee*
Francis is no true father, to trade himself for his children. But even now my most beloved Aunt Margaret is engaged in negotiating for their release.

Then, allow me to visit them?

Of course, they could only benefit from your presence.
What brings about this interest in them?

I heard my ladies discussing a rumour that they were being treated poorly. I doubt that was true, but nevertheless I would like to see for myself that they are being treated as Princes of France.

They are housed comfortably, but securely. Their movements are, of need, restricted.

Well then you will not mind me sending lavish gifts, my love. You must remember these are only children.

I am sure they would appreciate books, toys, and the like. They are only children and I wish they were visiting under happier terms, for as you well know I am fond of children.

*Kisses warmly*

You know, I do love you Charles.

You should make arrangements with Juan your son, to come dine with us.

And I you, my dear?

Do you mean that? You truly wish to dine with Juan my son, and are not merely making this request to please me?

I truly do, *Smiles warmly*

It's about time I met him personally.

I am truly best with the greatest wife in all Christendom!
*stands up, picks up Isabella, swins her around, sets her back down.*
And I have been thinking... it has been ages since we have had little children running about our palace.

*Laughs loudly*

And I, the happiest woman in the world!

You want more children Charles? *Beams*

*to Elizabeth*
And truly I think for those interested in such things, the shipyards of Venice are worth a visit for their own sake!

Only if you do, my dear- I know it is hard on you. But to have another boy to teach to ride and hunt and joust, or a daughter to teach to dance and ride and hunt would bring me great joy!

I would love to have more children with you, my love.

It has been a pleasure watching our family progress and grow, and I would be delighted to do my duty as your wife.

Bah! Duty!
*smiles broadly*
Let's go!

*watches the exchange between Charles and his wife, a smile plying upon his face, hopeing that he and Marie should find such happiness*

*Isabella takes Charles's hand and allows herself to be lead away*

*Charles leads Isabella out of the room, beaming and not saying a word to anyone.*

*Marie hopes that Isabella and Charles are not going to do what I think they're going to do*.

We've been married since forever. We're allowed. (OOC)

*Isabella dismisses her ladies*