Mary Su Stuart

As a time-traveling woman who wants to speed up the gears of civilization, Mary has always had the consciousness of being labeled a heretic—even though she has tried her best to be cautious.Once upon a time, she was worried that she would be accused of using magic for proposing various novel medical concepts; unexpectedly, in the end, she fell into the "trap of witchcraft" because of an old prophecy more than ten years ago.

Those who accuse her may not have much loyalty to God, nor do they know how to distinguish prophecies.However, he has a reasonable set of logic and is eager for profit, so he is not afraid to label her a witch.

How did it happen?

"It is said that Montmorency, the head of the royal family, had a long secret talk with Prince Condé. They suspected that the death of the former king was not a mere accident of martial arts... They thought that the new king's wife and you should be monitored."

When Mary received Seton's tip-off, she had just accompanied the Venetian ambassador to visit her mother-in-law.She slowly walked out of the room of the new queen mother, where it was dark—the floor, walls, bed, and altar were all covered in black, only two small candles glowed faintly; while Catherine's black veil shrouded her head To the feet, drooping to the ground like her mood.

Seeing the eldest daughter-in-law leave, the Queen Mother looked numb and seemed to be muttering something, but no one could hear it clearly.Seton looked anxious, looking at the simple hostess around him, wishing to tell her all he had learned.

As soon as he came to a secluded corner of the corridor, Seton couldn't hold back anymore. "For the past few days, the head of the royal family has been immersed in pain, wishing to put Earl Montgomery in prison and behead him; but the late king had already said 'not to pursue responsibility', His Majesty François simply let him leave Beijing and return to his hometown. Now, the head of the royal family has lost his head, Blame Montgomery for his haste...saying he has served you long enough, clamoring 're-investigate the accident'."

Most importantly, "Marshal Coligny and the Prince of Condé, for some reason, fueled the flames, saying that there may be ... black witchcraft!"

Mary's eyes widened immediately. "What witchcraft, how did this rumor come about?"

Seton hesitated and said: "They said...you told His Majesty François that an immediate martial arts contest might hurt the life of the late king. They think that you are not alarmist, you are prepared..."

Get ready, get ready to fuck!

"The royal steward said that the Earl of Montgomery should be brought back to confront him, to investigate closely, and to clarify the truth. Coligny and Prince Condé went too far... They thought that you predicted that 'the tournament might endanger the life of His Majesty Henry II', but in fact It's a curse..."

Mary controlled her anger and asked as calmly as possible: "It's nonsense. What proof do they have?"

Montmorency's random suspicions are all right, the logic barely makes sense; where did Coligny and the others hear the so-called "prophecy"? !

Of course, it was true that she had spoken to François about the "risks of jousting"—but usually in private, and not often.Could it be that someone is spreading the word?

Seton replied: "I also believe that this is a baseless slander. But I'm afraid, they have some details... It is said that the Duke of Vendome and Nevers, etc., not only did not refute the rumor; they also said It is time to remind His Majesty to take appropriate measures and launch an investigation..."

Hell take measures.Mary is getting a little cranky. "Let's talk slowly in the bedroom. What about the others?"

Seton hurriedly said, "I asked Riverston to look after the room. Miss Beeton went to find His Majesty in person."

Well, at this time, such rumors... definitely need to be discussed with Francois.Mary collected herself. "Send someone else to the Duke of Guise. Let's go."

No one was disturbed along the way, but Mary always felt that the atmosphere was unusual—it was so peaceful, it was like the calm before the storm.

Back in her private room, Mary told Seton and Livingston to sort out the gossip about her again.

The status quo doesn't seem too bad, and the rumors are only spreading among a few high-level people for the time being.However, the fact that this kind of words can reach the ears of the party involved, Mary, means that the other party must have a plan, and there must be a countermeasure.

It was only a small flame for the moment; but the spark fell directly on the robe of the new queen.It can be seen that what they planned is by no means a trivial matter.That's why the keen Seton was so flustered; of course, he couldn't care less about yelling at the absurd, so he had to seriously think about countermeasures.

Mary let out a long sigh, leaned back on the recliner, and thought silently.

Once an emperor and a courtier, Montmorency's fear of losing power due to the death of Henry II is obvious.And the Guise family behind him, as relatives, can look forward to a surge in power in the future.Although the Cardinal of Lorraine had not returned to Paris at this time; but he had "had a feud" with the royal steward for many years, and it was inevitable that he would retaliate vigorously afterwards.

Therefore, Montmorency will have resentment, want to vent his anger, and hold on to Montgomery's big mistake, waiting for an opportunity to recover the loss.

After all, Montgomery was once the captain of the princess's guard, and held important positions in Scotland, and had a close relationship with the new queen and Guise.Thinking darkly, if the master wanted to take the throne as soon as possible, it would not be impossible for him to be ordered to murder Henry II.

If the charges are indeed found, the new queen and Guise may fall—but the possibility of this is actually very low.Montmorency could not have been so naive.However, if the new king is not strong and the public opinion is not favorable to the Guise family, he is very hopeful and will continue to hold a high position in the new dynasty.

Admiral Coligny, as Montmorency's nephew, was as hostile to the Guise as he was.No, it should be worse.After all, as a Huguenot supporter, Coligny could not have a more friendly relationship with the new queen who suppressed Protestantism.

As for Prince Condé——Bourbon, they have long been at odds with the domineering Guise family.Because of sectarian disputes and the death of Antoine, the former Duke of Vendôme and King of Navarre, their resentment was even deeper, and there was no possibility of reconciliation.

Do the other nobles who agree with her really think that Mary is "ineffective in governing" or "deliberately assassinated"?

No, what she should be most wary of at this moment is how they add the nature of witchcraft to this matter!

Montgomery was an Earl at any rate, so long as he didn't go mad and talk nonsense; outsiders couldn't force him to confess a crime that didn't belong to him.However, the situation is not so sure if someone is looking to move things closer to black magic.

It's not that she hasn't read those bloody materials: in order to burn the witch to death, how crazy and ignorant of logic and facts!

Why did the rise of her and the Guise family hinder the interests of too many people!

She had to figure out as soon as possible where the source of the rumor was that connected her with the devil power; most importantly, what kind of "evidence" they concocted.

Come to think of it, Mary Stuart, who is she?She is the queen of Scotland, the regent of England, and the dignified "queen" of France!Without evidence, without evidence, who dares to frame it easily?

Mary rubbed her eyebrows.She came to the French court when she was less than six years old and spent ten years here.Perhaps she was protected too well at first, and she forgot that it was normal for the court to fight against each other and intrigue, and she was insufficiently prepared for the dangers of people's hearts.After marriage, she didn't live here for a long time, everything she was familiar with became unfamiliar, and she didn't cultivate her power well, which led to today's passive situation.

However, the old fox Cardinal of Lorraine has not yet returned to the court.

The more Mary thought about it, the more serious she looked.She asked Miss Seton: "The Duke of Guise is not here yet?"

Seton looked worried. "Or I'll find someone else—"

Mary sighed deeply. "Wait a little longer, don't run around like a headless chicken." Although she wanted to see Francois more at the moment; but she knew that the new king was very busy; it would not be easy to bring him back to the palace in advance .

While Mary was waiting anxiously, Beaton came back.

Her maid's eyes were red and swollen, as if she had just cried. "I have reported to His Majesty. His Majesty is looking into the ins and outs, discussing with Justice Lobitard, and deciding on the next step. He asks you to stay calm and be careful. He promises to clean up the palace and prevent outsiders from harming you... "

"Is that so?" Seton stared at Biton, looked him up and down, and asked suspiciously. "It doesn't sound like a bad situation. Why are you looking so sad?"

Miss Beaton bit her lip. "The king also told you, Your Majesty, please stay here until he comes back... There will be a team of people coming to guard the palace soon..."

Seton exclaimed. "What does this mean? It's not...forbidden..."

Mary felt that Seton might guess something like house arrest based on Beaton's expression.But Marie shook her head—she still had faith in François.

At this time, Livingston, who has always been quiet, said: "I think the king is protecting our Majesty. There are malicious people in the court, and those who are ignorant. People are in the dark, and we stick to one place, which is actually safer."

Beaton paled. "His Majesty the King intends to ask Lord Merry to protect this place..."

Her half-brother?Mary felt a little uncomfortable.However, from the standpoint of Francois, James seems to have the least involvement with the interests of the French court and is relatively more reliable. This plan cannot be said to be bad.

While Mary was thinking, Seton couldn't help but grab Beaton. "Explain clearly, Mary Beaton! You are so eccentric, what's the matter with asking Lord Merry to come? Or have you caused some trouble?"

"It's me—" Beaton was on the verge of falling and was about to cry. "It was my mistake. I couldn't find Chatrier. They say he was taken away by the steward, and he's used to get together with his fellow countrymen lately. He may have taken... my casket, Inside, there is a letter from Her Majesty the Queen..."

Jewelry Box?letter?As Mary listened, a vague thought came to her mind: I am afraid that there is something in it that is not good for her.

Before she could think about it, there was a sound of noisy footsteps coming from the door of the bedroom.

Tsk, not her young cousin Henri de Guise.The guard came to report: Lord Merry has been ordered by the king to come here to help defend the queen.

Miss Beaton knelt down unexpectedly, and said in a trembling voice: "Your Majesty, before being taken away by the royal steward, Chatelier also met Lord Merrie..."

What a mess.Mary took a deep breath and waved her to the corner. "Well, Chatrier is nowhere to be seen. Merry came to see me first. Let me hear what he has to say."

The author has something to say: Before the new king ascends the throne, the opposition will always struggle.

This bouncing is just enough to strengthen Francois and crush their hearts to death in the future~ Humph!