King Richard's study room

Richard looked at her and then nodded with a smile

I would be glad if you would learn our language, my Lady. That's not so much difficult to learn. One of Palace's ladies can give you some lesson. But of course you won't lose your spanish accent..

Richard smiled again while looking at her

You're very welcome, my Lady. Tell me something about your family. How is your mother Queen Joanna?

He asked

[color=#ff1493]"Mother is doing well thank you my lord however i do not like the way she is being treated in the convent by my brother. But he says it is best for her.

Richard sighed

Yes...I know about her situation. I feel sorry for her. But I trust that spanish ambassadors are working for her freedom. I never met your brother. But maybe...you could talk with him..

Richard listened with attention. Then he nodded after her words

But of course, my lady Isabella. I'll write a letter to your sister Eleanor, if this can help. I'm sure that there is a way to free your mother. Don't worry, my Lady. I'm happy to be useful to your cause..

He said touching softly her hand

I looked at the king and a huge smile came to my face.
"Thank you your Grace i am so happy perhaps if you write to her she may understand and try to help. May i ask my lord when will you write to Eleanor just wondering my lord. Your kingdom is such a beautiful place and may i be welcome to remain here a while" Isabella said with confidence in her voice.

Richard smiled warmly

I'll write to your sister as soon as I can, my lady. Probably, just after our conversation. I'm glad you like my court. You may stay here as long as you wish..

He said looking at her

Richard nodded

Of course, my Lady. There is a Chapel in the Palace. You may go there and pray everytime you wish. Just...that's a lutheran chapel. I know you're catholic. But here in my country..we are reformists..

He explained

Richard nodded after a sigh

I hope so, my Lady. Your sister Eleanor may reach us in Bavaria, if she likes. So we can talk freely about your family's situation. The letter will be sent as soon as possible..

He explained again

Richard nodded again

Oh...I'm glad to hear that. Hope your sister will be happy in her marriage. I met Eleanor when she was sent here from Spain. It was an arranged marriage. But we fell in love very quickly. So..I guess we're lucky having love in an arranged marriage..

He explained

Richard smiled at her

Oh I'm sure of it, my Lady. When your sister will come at court, we can talk about your family's situation together. Be faithful. Everything will be alright..

He said trying to comfort her

"I hope so my lord. I do not know what my sister will think of this as she is a proud princess of Castille and she pretty much rules over Castile and she controls mother's household too. I worry she will think me foolish." She said to him

Richard shook his head

Oh no..I don't think so, my lady. On the contrary, I think she will be very grateful to you. On the other hand, you both share the same love for your mother..

He replied

Richard nodded

I surely will, my Lady. Now...if you forgive me, I need to go in my study room. I'll write a letter to your sister..and I have other matters to deal with. I wish you a good day, Princess..

He stood up bowing at her

"Thank you your majesty good day to you as well" i curtsy to him.

Richard smiled again and left the room

I come to king Richard's study and knocked and wait to be admitted.

A servant entered to announce the presence of Princess Eleanor. Richard, sitting at his desk while signing some documents, nodded at him

Let her come in..