Salle des fêtes

I smile at Inge

"I can see that you are face with a difficult situation Inge but having met the new Queen here you have seen what she is like. Bavaria must be very different. Might I suggest whilst you are here why not seek ask Queen Eleanor to invite Sybille's sister Anne here to court as I do believe that the sisters are close and Sybille rarely travels. It is of course just a thought.

Inge smiled back at him

"This is a nice idea, my lord..thank you. I will think about that. I would love to live here and serve the new Queen. And..what about you, my lord? Do you like french court?"

Inigo came to France when King Francis was still celebrating Eleanor's arrival at court. As he entered in the Hall, he approached a servant and whispered something into his ear. The servant then approached Eleanor's and whispered to her:

"Votre Altesse..Spanish Ambassador Mendoza is here. He whishes speaking with you. Privately.."

In the meanwhile, Inigo was waiting for an answer in a corner of the Hall

I was seated at the table when a servant approaches and whispers in my ear and I look over seeing the Ambassador there waiting and I tell the servant to inform him I was coming right away and I rise up and head over to the Ambassador.

"Master Mendoza what brings you to the French Court?

I smile at Inge.

"I do love the French court and I do intend to remain here a while and enjoy some time to myself too but I do think that Queen Eleanor's offer is very genorous and your son will be well cared for as I hear the French ladies at court are most kind. What will you do my lady? Do forgive me if I seem to be pressing you into a decision.

Inge smiled back at him

"Oh don't worry, my lord. Probably I will accept her offer. But this proposal came so suddenly..that's why I'm still a bit confused. Anyway, thank you for your wise adivices, my lord. I have no doutbs that here my son will be very well cared.."

Eleanor of Austria wrote:

I was seated at the table when a servant approaches and whispers in my ear and I look over seeing the Ambassador there waiting and I tell the servant to inform him I was coming right away and I rise up and head over to the Ambassador.

"Master Mendoza what brings you to the French Court?

Inigo sighed before replying

Mi Princesa...I came to talk with you about an important matter about your brother Ferdinand. While he was in Bavaria, he fell in love with a muslim slave, named Dilara. It seems that she is already pregnant. Once she came in Spain, your brother Charles took her prisoner. He doesn't want a muslim heir, and his goal is keeping her away from Ferdinand. So, both Ferdinand and Charles, asked me to come to you: they want you to keep her in your household. But for different reasons: one wants to get rid of Dilara, the other one wants to keep her safe. What do you say, mi Princesa?

I look closely at the Ambassador.

"A Muslim Slave you say well that is interesting news to hear that my brother has fallen for her. I can see why Charles did not like this idea but if Ferdinand wants it then first I would like to meet this slave before her future is decided and do not send word to either of my brothers unless informed by myself. Please arrange for her to be bought to my chambers here and I will meet with her and have them be gentle with her"

Inge nodded

"But of course. I shall speak to her very soon. Hope you can help me to deal with the new court, monsieur. I would be very grateful to you.."

She smiled

Eleanor of Austria wrote:

I look closely at the Ambassador.

"A Muslim Slave you say well that is interesting news to hear that my brother has fallen for her. I can see why Charles did not like this idea but if Ferdinand wants it then first I would like to meet this slave before her future is decided and do not send word to either of my brothers unless informed by myself. Please arrange for her to be bought to my chambers here and I will meet with her and have them be gentle with her"

Inigo nodded

As you wish, mi Princesa. Dilara Hatun is already travelling towards France, I suppose. So she will be brought to you soon. Also, I shall write to your brother Ferdinand to tell him your decision. Thank you, mi Princesa..

He bowed and left the Hall

Madeline Valois wrote:

"I have a really good feeling that this will be a great marriage for father and the Spanish princess she seems most kind too. I know I will look my best especially as you are helping me as well. Is there any new news from France you can tell me Isabelle?

Isabelle took a glass of fruit juice for the Princess

I saw the Spanish Ambassador coming and talking privately with your future stepmother, Altesse. Probably something about spanish royal family. I couldn't hear what they were saying, but Princess Eleanor looked worried..

I looked towards Ambassador Mendoza.

"Thank you Ambassador I will see her when she arrives and please do inform Ferdinand but not Charles for he does not need to know.

I took the glass of fruit juice from Isabelle and sipped some then looked at her.

"I hope everything is alright with the family. Do you think we should ask as I am concerned she is upset and you know I don't like seeing people upset.

René de Rohan wrote:

"Lady Bergman I would be delighted to help you with anything that you require in the new court and I will always be here. I always found that many who visit this court adapted to the ways of the court very quickly and i believe that you will have no problem my lady.

Inge smiled again

"Oh I hope so, Monsieur. With your help, it will be even more quick, I am sure of it. Again thank you for your kindness. It's important having good friends into a foreign court.."

Madeline sighed slightly.

"You are right Isabelle I should indeed retire to my chambers for it has been a long day and I must prepare for the wedding. Do you know what colour I should wear and is it possible to find out what colour Eleanor will be wearing as I do not want to outshine her or be wearing the same.

Inge looked surprised at him

"Oh...really? I didn't know they would marry so fast. I imagine you will attend the ceremony, Monsieur. Would you care to accompany me? You know..you are the only one I know in this court.."

She smiled