Window in the Great Hall

Thomas did his best to look sheepish. "That is most assuredly not my design! All I want is for the king to get what he wants, what he deserves for ruling England! A new start may just do him some good.."

Thomas sighed deeply

A new start..of course. All your hopes are now about your daughter. But what is she won't be able to give a son to the King? Have you ever thought about that, my lord?

He asked frowning a bit

on my way to the library i heard the voices in the great hall . i came upon Sir Thomas Moore i stopped and said hello. Good day to you Sir Thomas how are you ? and your family are they well? My lord Boleyn good day to you as well

Thomas saw Lady Catherine Parr approaching them. He bowed and smiled kindly

Lady Catherine..it's nice to see you. My family and I are quite well, thank you. Hope the same for you..

He answered

Sir Thomas thank you so much i am well sir, its nice to hear that you and your family are well. are they with you here at court ? i hope that we can see each other again Sir Thomas, as i know that the king keeps you quiet busy with his affairs .

i hear that the Easter party has begun are you going to attend with your family Sir Thomas? it would be lovely to see them and spend some time with your lovely wife and children. please do send greetings from my family to yours .

Thomas nodded and smiled

Yes...my wife and my daughter Margaret are with me at court. Thank you for your concern, lady Catherine. I shall surely join Easter celebrations and I'll bring a gift to His Majesty. Will you join too?

He asked

i answered Sir Thomas ,
why yes Sir Thomas i will be attending the Easter Celebrations its always so lovely . and it will be so nice to see your lovely wife and daughter. i to have something for his majesty. i will look forward to seeing you there . Happy Easter Sir Thomas god bless you and your family

Thomas smiled and bowed with his head

Happy Easter to you, lady Catherine. May God's blessing fall on you as well...

He answered smiling kindly

Margery leant against the wall with a book in her hand trying to catch the light from the window. She was waiting for the new lady in waiting for Anne to arrive she heard that she was very kind,gentle and sweet.

Mary hurried along the Great Hall, she was due to meet one of Queen Anne's Lady-in-waiting's and was keen to make a good first impression.

She spotted her reading by the window, Mary checked that she looked presentable and approached "Lady Seymour" she smiled with a slight curtsey "it is a pleasure to meet you"

Margery smiled standing before he was a young and beautiful lady shutting her book she slid down of the window ledge and held out her hand.

Very nice to meet you to Mary Dawn. I am very happy that my lady Anne has another lady at her service. How is court life treating you thus far.

Margery went back onto the ledge and patted next to her.

This is an amazing view of what goes on at court and who follows the king about.

Mary looked out of the window before taking the seat that had been offered

I am very honoured to be at the service of the Lady Anne and thus far I am finding Court very different to what I was used to

Mary lowered her gaze to the floor

Margery looked sullen hoping that she had not had a bad experience at court.

Oh dear that does not sound to good Mary is their anything I can do to make you feel more use to the court that you used to reside at.

Mary looked up into Margery's kind face and knew that this was someone she could trust

"Tis strange to say but I feel alone at times, even though Court is busy and there are always people around I have yet to find myself" Mary nervously bit her lip before continuing "My Lady I fear I have said too much"

Margery could understand how she felt this happened once in awhile to all people she placed her hands in her lap.

What you are feeling is normal it happens to us all keep your head held high it will pass. You are a wonderful addition to court and Lady Anne shall be pleased to have you in her service.

Margery had a perfect idea to make Mary Dawn feel more at home.

I think that she is still at the Easter party would you like me to introduce you.

"A party my Lady and meet the Lady Anne, oh I would be delighted" Mary smiled and stood up "You are most kind Lady Margery"

Mary knew in her heart that no matter what happened in court she had made a friend and she felt more at ease

"Should I take a gift for the Lady Anne?"

Margery stood up too leaving her book where it was she could come back for it later.

But of course I am sure she will be very happy to receive a gift from one of her ladies in waiting and it could not come at a better time for her.

Margery wondered what it might be but it was to be nothing horrid as the girl was as nice as mice so they say.

What did you have in mind to give to her.

"I have a piece of embroidery that I have made" Mary replied with a frown "I do not know if it is worthy of the good Lady Anne"

Mary turned and looked through the window ringing her hands as she thought of another gift that she could give for her new Mistress

"Flowers! Maybe I could take her some flowers?" Mary faced Lady Margery in the hope she could give her some advice

Margery was very impressed embroidery was a very talented piece of art and required a lot of patience.

Oh Mary I would give Anne the embroidery as that is such a more thoughtful gift and we can wrap it up in flowers if you like.

Mary smiled "Shall we pick the flowers and then to my chambers to wrap the gift, I do not know which flowers are her favourites" in her minds eye Mary was picturing the embroidery and the many flowers upon it none as important as it's centre piece the Tudor rose

"oh my Lady I clear forgot I made the piece as a symbol of love, trust and loyalty, I hope it will not be to forward for the Lady Anne"

Margery was very impressed by her loyalty already to Anne she couldn't think of any flowers as she never received any.

Yes that is a lovely idea. Now I am not a flower expert so we could pick roses and twirl them altogether so it's at the heart of the tapestry.

Margery put a soft hand on Mary's arm.

No she shall love your gift Mary it truly sounds splendid.

"Roses it shall be" Mary smiled and placed her hand upon Margery's "After you my Lady" she gestured with her hand.

Mary's heart felt a little lighter as they walked down the great hall towards the gardens to picked the flowers, never before had someone shown her such kindness and she could start to feel safe

Margaret was crossing the Great Hall. She was reaching Alfonsina's chamber. Suddenly she saw a blonde lady at the window with another lady. She recognized the brunette one as lady Anne's lady in waiting. But she never saw the blonde one at court. She stopped and smiled "My lady.." She looked at her with curious eyes

Mary turned with a smile and nodded her head in greeting "My Lady" it was obvious that Lady Margery knew this young newcomer to the conversation and Mary quickly introduced herself "Mary Dawn lady-in-waiting to Lady Anne Boleyn" and offered her hand to the vibrant girl stood in front of her "pleased to meet you"

Margaret looked at her from the top of her head until her feet. She smiled, grabbing her hand "Nice to meet you, lady Mary. My name is Margaret Wyatt. The poet's sister, and lady in waiting to Lady Alfonsina Garcia.." She answered with her usual sweet voice