[Henry VIII] Tudor Crown

On the day approaching Christmas, William Tudor deliberately asked Mrs. Bryan to wake him up early.Although William Tudor did not move into Windsor Castle or Richmond Palace, where the crown prince should live, there were far more servants serving him than the first two children of Henry VIII, and even Queen Catherine specially entrusted a man who was deeply loved by her. The trusted noble lady came to serve William Tudor.

This aristocratic lady named Maud Green was originally the daughter of a minor nobleman in Northamptonshire. Her husband, Sir Thomas Parr, was also a nobleman in Northamptonshire, but he was a descendant of Edward III. .When Queen Catherine first married, Maud Green was honored to be her maid of honor and helped Queen Catherine a lot in her most difficult time.So under the queen's matchmaking, she married a gentleman of good background and ancient blood as she wished, and she had three sweet children after marriage.

Of course, it was not Queen Catherine who really made William Tudor pay attention to Mrs. Parr, but Mrs. Parr's eldest daughter, Catherine Parr, the last wife of Henry VIII in history.

Like the Duchess of Suffolk, Mrs. Parr hated Anne Boleyn, who was seductive and tempting, so she had a little more pity and love for William Tudor, who was not very valued by Henry VIII.

And Mrs. Parr's family is also happy to see William Tudor take the initiative to get close to Mrs. Parr.After all, on the premise that Henry VIII has only one legitimate son, if William Tudor grows up to adulthood smoothly, then Mrs. Parr's family, especially her husband and son, will be the second Duke of Suffolk, listed into the first beneficiaries.Even Sir Thomas Parr had begun to consider sending his only son to William Tudor as a bodyguard.

And it just so happens that Mrs. Parr's only son is also named William, which is entirely God's will.

William Tudor, who got up early, did not go to class after getting dressed, but wrote holiday cards one after another at his desk.

As early as a month before Christmas, William Tudor ordered a batch of exquisite greeting cards, and then sent one to everyone who took care of him and presented a small gift.

If it is a woman, give a small jewelry. Anyway, Queen Catherine asked Henry VIII for these in order to anger Anne Boleyn, so even Princess Mary and William Tudor's purse was quite rich.

As for men, it is the most practical to send money, after all, the burden on them is heavier, and William Tudor has a subsidy of [-] pounds per year.You must know that farmers in the Tudor era had an annual income of around ten pounds, while Anne Boleyn's sister only received a subsidy of one hundred pounds a year.So William Tudor is considered a rich man in this era. Except for the wages paid to the servants, the rest of his annual salary is temporarily kept by Mrs. Bryan.

As for Mrs. Parr, who is second only to Mrs. Bryan in importance, she keeps important clothes for William Tudor.

In fact, in addition to the female steward, the prince's small court should also have a male steward who arranges the itinerary for the prince and entertains the guests.It's a pity that William Tudor, the size of a bean, didn't have many visitors except for a few close relatives, so Queen Catherine and Henry VIII were not in a hurry to arrange this important post for their only son prematurely.

"William, have you memorized the Christmas message that Sir John Palgrave wrote for you?" The Duchess of Suffolk, who was about to leave for Whitehall Palace tomorrow, hurriedly packed her luggage, and picked out a list for her daughters. Jewelry worn at dinner parties.

"I've already learned it by heart." William Tudor swayed his short legs on the high chair, distributing gifts to the servants in line.

When the Duchess of Suffolk came in, William Tudor was receiving their blessings. Most of the cards, coins and jewelry piled up on the table were missing, which made the Duchess of Suffolk look sideways at him: "You are like the witch in the palace." Much more generous. I have only seen her walk around like a peacock wearing jewels from the king, but I have never seen her as generous and kind as you and Queen Catherine."

"All the wealth I own comes from Your Majesty, so this is not my kindness, but His Majesty's kindness." William Tudor straightened his clothes, greeted the Duchess of Suffolk, and talked to her about Catherine Letter from the Queen.

"This Christmas, Queen Catherine and Princess Mary will also go to Whitehall Palace, and your family is finally reunited." The Duchess of Suffolk asked all the servants in the room to retreat, and whispered while holding William Tudor's hand: "You Remember my words, don't eat anything from Anne Boleyn, and don't accept any invitations from her. If she wants to do something to you, call someone, or smash something in the house , draw people over, understand?"

"Hmm!" William Tudor nodded obediently.

The Duchess of Suffolk was not sure whether a four-year-old child could understand her words, so she could only sigh with great concern, then repeated what she had just said a few times, and led William Tudor into the up the palace.

By convention, the most distinguished guest is always the last to appear.

As Henry VIII's only legitimate son, William Tudor ranks second only to Henry VIII and Queen Catherine, and above his sister, Princess Mary, and aunt, the Duchess of Suffolk.

However, at this moment, something unexpected happened.

The king's mistress, Anne Bolinka, enters before William Tudor and after Princess Mary.This is undoubtedly throwing a stone on the calm lake, causing whispers among those present.

"It's an unheard of absurd thing." The Spanish ambassador was very dissatisfied: "When did a 'royal mistress' appear in the royal palace of England? In other words, King Francois exerted great influence on King Henry. The court of England is like a little France?"

"Mr. Ambassador, please be careful with your words." Although Thomas Wolsey, who was close to the Spanish ambassador, was also dissatisfied with Anne Boleyn's arrogance, he still wanted to protect the face of his king and friends in front of foreign envoys. : "You should not attack every devout British with angry words, but join us to clear the bad people around the king and queen."

After all, Thomas Wolsey signaled the Spanish ambassador to look at Anne Boleyn, saying something: "A few days ago, there was news in the palace that Ms. Anne wanted to take action against Prince William. It is estimated that this Christmas feast is coming. Those who are not good."

"How dare she?" Queen Catherine's seat was finally secured, and the Spanish ambassador would not let Anne Boleyn do bad things: "Please help me, don't let this poisonous snake ruin the friendly relationship between England and Spain. "

"Naturally." Thomas Wolsey waved his hand and whispered in the ear of the Spanish ambassador: "Recently someone in London died of sweating fever, and my secretary Cromwell found out that Ms. Anne recently Inquired into the matter of sweating fever, and together with His Majesty the King prayed for the Gospel of God for the refugees."

"You mean..." The Spanish ambassador narrowed his eyes, showing a deep expression.

"If Ms. Anne and His Majesty pray, the disease will not be cured, but will intensify. Who do you think will be pointed at?" Thomas Wolsey said ruthlessly: "If we don't do it in advance, I'm afraid that poisonous woman will kill you." Put the finger on Prince William or Queen Catherine."

"Ambassador, are you willing to watch a pagan persecute the poor queen mother and child?" Thomas Wolsey suddenly sympathized: "Besides, you also know the physical condition of Queen Catherine. If my king remarries, would you like to see her?" Anne Boleyn to be the new queen of England?"

Facing Thomas Wolsey's speech, the Spanish ambassador was silent for a long time before responding: "I will inform His Majesty the Emperor and His Holiness the Pope, and please make sure to keep Queen Catherine and Prince William."

"Naturally." Thomas Wolsey coughed a few times, trying not to appear morbidly tired.

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Thomas Wolsey was supposed to die in 1530 and his life was extended here.