Banquet for Emperor Ferdinand

Eleanor of Austria wrote:

"Ambassador please sit beside me I wish to talk to you regarding the frequent meetings you are having with my sister. Surely if there is anything wrong as Princess of Castile you would consult me first. "

Inigo sat at Eleanor's side. He glanced around and started lowering his voice

Mi Princesa..your sister and I..are trying to help your mother Queen Joanna, still prisoner of her son, your brother Emperor Charles. Also..we have a plan to destroy the new Queen of England, Anne Boleyn..and helping your aunt Katherine of Aragon as well. But please..I can't add more. It can be dangerous for you knowing details about our plan..

Ferdinand I wrote:

I pay close attention to her as she danced and I was enjoying it. She stops in front of me and her very seductive ways was such a delight for me to see.

She greets me in Turkish with a grand smile. I sit and watch then I speak.

"You dance beautifully my lady and you are entertaining with it and I am very happy. Your name is Dilara isn't it? Please come and sit with me"

Dilara took the veil and put it upon her shoulders. Then she removed it again and gave it to Ferdinand

"Yes, Hukarim. Please, accept this veil with my scent on it. Just an humble gift from your slave.."

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The music started again for a little while. So she moved seductively her hips while staring at his eyes

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After making sure of having his attention, she curtsied and sat with him as he asked

"Your Majesty..I feel happy and honoured of being at your presence. I was sent here to make you happy. Hope I won't disappoint you, my King.."

She smiled and taking his hand in hers, she placed a soft kiss upon it in a very submissive way, as she was used to do in her country. She kissed his hand with closed eyes, bringing it up until her forehead. Then she met his eyes

I looked at the ambassador closely.

"Ambassador Mendoza be careful taking on Charles he is dangerous. You must keep me posted on this and I will make sure word does not reach Charles of this.

You plan to bring down the English Queen then you do have my support but my spies in England inform me that England has a new ally in Sweden. How exactly do you plan on bringing her down? Also my lord regarding these matters did you not think to inform me first ahead of my sister as I am princess of Castille and my sister is young"

I clapped as the music finished and the dancers and then I glance over to the Emperor then speak to Inge.

"I think he would be delighted to speak to you my lady why not when he is alone go over to the royal table and speak to him. As for myself I do enjoy court but father still wants me to marry soon. I just hope he is someone I like"

Inge smiled at her words

"A marriage for you, lady Anne? That's a wonderful news. I wish you to be happy. I'm sure your father will choose the best for you.."

She said before taking a sip from wine

Eleanor of Austria wrote:

I looked at the ambassador closely.

"Ambassador Mendoza be careful taking on Charles he is dangerous. You must keep me posted on this and I will make sure word does not reach Charles of this.

You plan to bring down the English Queen then you do have my support but my spies in England inform me that England has a new ally in Sweden. How exactly do you plan on bringing her down? Also my lord regarding these matters did you not think to inform me first ahead of my sister as I am princess of Castille and my sister is young"

Inigo sighed before replying

Mi Princesa...alliance with Sweden can be dangerous for we catholic. I heard that they are going to become Reformists. Your sister and I have a plan..we'll send a spy among Queen Anne's ladies. So we'll know everything is happening at english court..

I looked at Dilara as she handed me her scented veil.

"I shall cherish this gift gratefully Dilara thank you. You are indeed making me very happy. I could not ask for more. You never dissapoint" I say cherishing her kiss on my hand.

Inigo nodded after her words

Mi Princesa..the spy we have among Anne's ladies just joined her household. Her name is Margaret Wyatt. She will be loyal to our cause, you have no need to worry. And of course..I will be back to England soon..

Ferdinand I wrote:

I looked at Dilara as she handed me her scented veil.

"I shall cherish this gift gratefully Dilara thank you. You are indeed making me very happy. I could not ask for more. You never dissapoint" I say cherishing her kiss on my hand.

Dilara smiled and looked at him

"I hope so, Your Majesty. You know..I'm a slave in my country. I was thought many things..such as dancing, sewing, even reading the future.."

She winked after her last words to see his reaction

"Thank you ambassador. I trust your choice is perfect. You will be rewarded for your great service to Castile. You may go now my lord" she says looking over at her sister

I looked at her with interest.

"A pretty girl like you a slave? That is not nice. You will never be a slave in the Holy Roman Empire. You say you can read the future. What does mine have? Can you read it?"

Anne of Cleves wrote:

"Thank you indeed my lady I hope I will be happy to whenever the time comes"

Inge smiled

"I'm sure you will be, Lady Anne. You and your sisters deserve the best. Unluckily..I can't say the same for myself. No one will marry an unmarried mother.."

Eleanor of Austria wrote:

"Thank you ambassador. I trust your choice is perfect. You will be rewarded for your great service to Castile. You may go now my lord" she says looking over at her sister

Inigo bowed deeply before her and reached another corner of the Hall. He took some wine and food and kept on watching towards royal table

Ferdinand I wrote:

I looked at her with interest.

"A pretty girl like you a slave? That is not nice. You will never be a slave in the Holy Roman Empire. You say you can read the future. What does mine have? Can you read it?"

Dilara smiled and took his hand in hers. She stared at his hand and for a moment she closed her eyes

"You will be a great ruler..and I see a victory on the battlefield. A great Queen will be at your side, Your Majesty. She will give you many children..and your empire will last for centuries.."

After she spoke, she looked at him in silence showing him a sweet smile

Richard was looking at Ferdinand talking with Dilara. He put his goblet on the table before talking

I couldn't avoid to hear your conversation about reading the future. Can you really do that, Dilara? If so..would you read one of my guests's future as well?

He looked around the Hall to find someone who could be the next after Ferdinand. Finally, his glance fell upon Anne of Cleves and smiled

Lady Anne! Would you please come at our table? Dilara will read your furure..

Anne of Cleves wrote:

"I don't think that is true my lady you will find love again. Why not talk with the Emperor now he is sat there and only that dancer by him?"

Inge smiled kindly

"Your words are very kind, lady Anne. I hope you're right. About the Emperor..I think he is still busy. I would never dare to disturb him.."

As she heard King Richard's words, she turned her head towards Anne with an excited smile

"Lady Anne! You are requested at royal table. It seems that the dancer will read your future..are you not curious?"

She said inviting her to joing the King and the Emperor

Ferdinand I wrote:

"You see me winning on the battlefield is this future close? How would you like to be a reader at my court?"

Dilara nodded at King Richard, before leaning towards Ferdinand

"I belong to the Sultan, my King. I serve Sultan's sister in my country and I am a slave. I can't serve in another court. But.."

She glanced around to make sure no one were listening her words

"But...King Richard wanted me here in Bavaria as a gift for you. That's why..I will be sent in your chambers tonight.."

She whispered into his ear while looking teasingly at him. So she said at loud voice

"Yes, Your Majesty. You will be the winner in a battle. I see wellness for you and your people.."

I was speaking with Dilara when I hear the voice of the king and I was summoned to the royal table. I rose from my seat and spoke to Inge.

"Please excuse me a moment Inge whilst I speak with his Grace" I say getting up from my chair and I walk over to the royal table and curtsy to his Grace and the Emperor.

"Your majesty you summoned me?"

Richard smiled at Anne

Yes, Lady Anne. Our guest Dilara is very good in reading the future. Would you care to let her reading yours? Just for fun, my lady..

He asked still smiling

Ferdinand I wrote:

"My chambers I cannot wait my lady we shall spend good times together. This battle my lady is it in far future or very close"?

Dilara just smiled a bit before replying with slow voice

"It's about a very close future, my Lord. Very close.."

She whispered and turned her eyes towards lady Anne, waiting for her permission before reading her future