Catherine Willoughby's bedchamber

Catherine smiled and closed her eyes. You may hold him first darling. Am glad that I can continue the Brandon heirtage line for you

"Charles extended his arms. After the midwife cleaned the baby from blood, he finally took him in his arms. He smiled joyfully looking at his cute, little face"

Oh Catherine...he is beautiful. A true Brandon. Henry...we'll call him Henry, like the King. Do you agree, my love?

"He asked, turning his eyes to Catherine"

He is tiny Charles but I am sure the king will be honoured darling Catherine moved to the other side of the bed Here come and get in beside me so I can have a cuddle with my two favourite men

"Charles lied on bed and put the baby among them. He couldn't stop to stare at him"

He is tiny...yes. But he will grow up healthy and strong. Our Henry will make us so proud. Thank you, my love...you made me the happiest man in the world...

"He kissed her forehead and looked at Victoria"

It seems you have a new brother, Vicky...

Victoria looks at her baby step brother "He has the chin of a Brandon." she then looks at her father

Really how happy Catherine teased looking at little Henry not sure who he looked like Yes you can tell he is a Brandon and he will grow up like a Brandon too. I am sure little Elizabeth shall be besotted by him she will be like a big sister to him

"Charles laughed, taking Hanry's little hand in his"

Well...technically, Henry is Elizabeth's uncle. I know it's a bit weird. But we're not a common family. Aren't we?

"He asked jokingly looking at Catherine. Then he winked at Victoria"

"We may not be like other normal families but, we still are." she smiled at her father and looks back at the newborn

Catherine looked at them both frowning. Henry is just only a babe an innocent one at that. He does not know what circus he was born into. This is my first time bringing a new life into the world and I want to enjoy it. Victoria is the most nicest of all your offspring Charles. Maybe you would like to hold him whilst I sleep for awhile Catherine smiled encouragingly to Charles to hand him over to Victoria while he was still quite with eyes just about to open.

"Charles nodded after Catherine's words"

Oh...of course, my love. Victoria, would you like to hold your little brother in your arms?

"He asked proudly, leaning slowly the baby in his daughter's arms. He looked lovingly at Catherine"

Victoria smiled and nodded in approval as her father handed the baby to her "He's also going to look a little like his mother too." she said as she looked at the baby "I hope he will grow up to be a gentleman by not wooing girls into bed early." she looks at her father "No offense."

"Charles laughed shooking his head"

Ehm...no problem, Victoria. You're right. Catherine and I will do our best to make him become a true gentleman...

"He glanced teasingly at Catherine"

"It won't surprise me if he doesn't if he doesn't live up to the normal expectations. After all, he is a Brandon." she then looks at the newborn and lightly strokes his little head

"Charles looked at little Henry in Victoria's arms. He sighed after Catherine's words and caressed softly her cheek"

I know...and I promise here, in front of our newborn son, that I won't allow this happen again. And you'll never feel like that, my love. After all...our boy has just come in the world. Let's give him time. I'll teach him some good things when he'll be grown enough...

"He winked and chuckled"

I'm joking...before you hit me. Rather, we should think about a governess and his Christening...

Victoria felt a slight pain in her stomach, so she gave the baby to Catherine and excused herself

Catherine looked at Victoria startled at her departure. What did I say wrong now! I thought I would nurse him he is to precious to let a wet nurse handle him plus I wonder what always happens to their babies but when he grows you can teach him to make his own bow and arrow. Our son will look up to you with all those manly things oh and jousting that you have to teach him aswell

"Charles looked lovingly at Catherine and their baby in his arms. He nodded but he looked worriedly at Victoria"

What's going on, my love? She was alright until a minute ago...

"He whispered frowning"

No longer able to hold her temper in Catherine let it errupt. Just one day I would like to spend time with my husband without a hitch or a clitch! This is always happening to me seriously Charles

"Charles looked astonished at her. He caressed her forehead and her hairs"

Don't be agitated, my love. You just gave birth. I'm just worried for my daughter. But of course I want to spend time with you and our boy, now...

"He added looking at Henry and kissed softly her red lips. Then a sudden thought came in his mind"

Right... well you go and sort out Victoria then and on your way try and keep your tongue from Afonsina mouth why don't you? Catherine looked at Charles bitterly wanting out of this feckless marriage

"Charles frowned"

Alfonsina? You know she is a dear friend of mine. The other day she felt a bit lonely, so she came in my room to talk. Rather...I was just thinking that maybe Victoria could be with child again. What do you think, my love?

"He asked smiling and taking Henry's little hand in his"

Catherine looked at Charles startled The whole court knows that Victoria has not bedded her husband who is the farther? God help Victoria if Mary Rose finds out you may be close to the king but he loves his sister Charles

"Charles opened his eyes bigger at her words"

What? Wait...are you talking about the Duke of Westmoreland? Victoria...she told me that he just kissed her once. And I believe my daughter. She loves Thomas...and she can't get pregnant with a simple kiss...

"He added jokingly and teasingly, staring at little Henry"

Catherine laughed amused to see Charles sense of humour out to play. I know she has Thomas but I thought that.. they weren't that intimate unlike us naturally. So do I breast feed Henry that shall be a treat for you Charles I will get bigger breasts