Welcome Dinner to Whitehall

I smile at both ladies hoping not to ignore either lady. "Well I arrived yesterday. I'm still adjusting to the grounds. When I come to England I spend most my time at Hampton. Although Whitehall is just as beautiful." I said in my Scottish accent.

"Ah but alas I am sure that Scotland is even more beautiful,"I reply softly and smile through my lashes,"I have travelled there on several occasions-Edinburgh and Glasgow and some small towns near the boarder. It is so very beautiful and the endless hills and mountains...I could walk there all day and never tire of it,"I think fondly of when I was a girl in Scotland-I could easily reside there and be happy.

"Glasgow was favourite-the people were so kind...despite our two countries turbulent relations I thought them perfect friends...the kindest of souls. I should think Your Highness as kind-if not more than your people."

I listened and smiled as she spoke so fondly of my country. "Well I was born and raised in Glasgow, although I reside in Edinburgh. Scotland is truly magical when you think about it. I suppose sometimes I tire of it, although it is my home and where my heart truly is." I said taking a drink from my goblet. "Where is it you are from my lady Craven?"

"Kent-rather dull in comparison but my mothers family are from Scotland and France, my fathers all from England,"I smile and feel myself blush again as he looks at me-why would he have such an effect on me? I feel a warmth in my belly and a deliciousness being so near to him.

"I hope to return to Scotland one day...I think that -though I love this country- my heart lies somewhere else."

I felt honored to be in the presence of two Scottish women. "I have never been to Kent, most of my life I spend in Scotland." I said as I felt a closeness between us. "If you ever return to Scotland you are most welcome at the palace, I would enjoy showing you around." I said happily.

"And I would enjoy spending time with, Your Highness,"I add softly and smile kindly.

I noticed her kind eyes and the way she spoke. She was raised by good means. "Tell me my lady do you have any siblings?" I asked as I glaceed over at lady Hoffman trying to urge her to join the conversation.

I nod,"Yes-I have two older brothers;Edward and Thomas. My brother Edward lives at court with his wife-who is heavy with child so I should think to have another nephew soon- and my other brother lives with his family in the country."

I lean my head in my hand as I listen intently to him, I feel a chemistry between us but I quickly turn to Lenore and smile at her so she does not think to be left out,"I know that Your Highness has a sister as I have had the greatest pleasure of seeing her in court and I also know of your brother The King. Her Highness has two older brothers like me but I fear far more beauty than I,"I whisper as a golden tendril of hair falls in front of my eye.

Since I hadn't seen Lizzie around I decided to have some dinner in the great hall. When I walked in I was greeted with a goblet of wine which I drank almost immediately. I walked around and saw Elizabeth speaking with a what looked like a rather important man. I tried to smile to get her attention although I don't think she even noticed anyone beyond that handsome man. I turned around and sighed and wondered where Jane and Edward were. While in my thoughts a stunning woman walked in front of me. She didn't look English, I took another gulp of my wine and walked up to her.

"Good evening my lady, how do you fare?" I asked almost nervous to here her answer.

As she spoke I noticed a Spanish accent. I had never met such a beautiful lady before. I bowed my head and stood in awe for a moment. "Forgive me, I'm Thomas, Thomas Seymour." I said with a wide smile.

When she said her name was Nan Saville, I realized I was speaking with the King's mistress's close friend. I would chose my words wisely. "It's a pleasure to meet you my lady." I said still admiring her beauty.

I watched as she sipped her wine, so reformed and poised. "No, my lady, I don't recall that we have. Have you been at court long?" I asked knowing she had come with Anne, although I thought to play coy to see if she really knew of my family.

I examined her with every word, "I haven't been here long. Perhaps you know my siblings. Jane, Elizabeth, and Edward Seymour." I replied as I took a goblet of wine from a passing servant.

Elizabeth Craven wrote:

I nod,"Yes-I have two older brothers;Edward and Thomas. My brother Edward lives at court with his wife-who is heavy with child so I should think to have another nephew soon- and my other brother lives with his family in the country."

I lean my head in my hand as I listen intently to him, I feel a chemistry between us but I quickly turn to Lenore and smile at her so she does not think to be left out,"I know that Your Highness has a sister as I have had the greatest pleasure of seeing her in court and I also know of your brother The King. Her Highness has two older brothers like me but I fear far more beauty than I,"I whisper as a golden tendril of hair falls in front of my eye.

I smiled in and nodded as she spoke. "Yes my sister Madeleine is the youngest. I do hope James and I can find her suitor soon she needs to be married." I said as I took a drink of wine. "What of you, are you married, betrothed?" I say as I glanced down at her hand and saw she wasn't wearing a ring although she still could be taken.

Nan Saville wrote:

Nan thought about a minute while he was saying his siblings' name. She really never met any of them. She took a sip from her wine again and shook her head, with a warm smile. "Sorry, my lord i havent met any of them. Never heard their names" and she was telling the truth. She heard Seymour name but never met or saw any of them. "I was living in country for almost a year.I'm just back" she said and added a smile. She thought inside I'm glad i'm back

"Well I have say that I'm glad you have returned, for if not perhaps we would have not met." I said in a happy tone. "I must say my lady I am glad we met, i'm enjoying your company very much."

I look down modestly and only after a moment glance at him through my long eyelashes,"No Your Highness...I am neither married or betrothed."

I then look into his eyes and grin like an indulgent child,"...Is your Highness betrothed?"

I'm smiled, "Neither? Well i'm sure that's caused some talk. The reason I say is because I too have not married " I said as I finished my goblet.

I laugh softly,"And why would that cause talk Your Highness?"

I take a sip of my wine and once I place the goblet down smooth the red liquid across my lips,"Your Highness is not married,"I say with a playful grin,"Now that is surprising..."