He urges More to come and live at court, though More prefers to stay with his family. More arrives at the party and Henry is pleased to see him. Norfolk insists they tell Henry right away, but Boleyn believes Wolsey's hold over the king is too strong. In the line of duty Wolsey closes the worst monasteries and takes their money, only he keeps the money for his own purposes rather than letting them befall England. In addition, it seems Wolsey has been using the King's money to invest in his college in Oxford, along with his personal foundation. The Bishop of Winchester, the richest parish in England, has passed away and Wolsey has appointed himself the new bishop. Norfolk and Boleyn watch the scene and Boleyn then brings news for Norfolk. Henry promises to compensate her for being absent from her husband by offering her other pleasures during her stay. Overhearing their rather coarse discussion, Margaret decides to spy on them through a hole in the wall.īack at court Wolsey introduces Henry to Princess Marguerite, whose husband stayed behind in France. Brandon and his men enjoy a round of cards and some drinks. Out at sea, Margaret and her ladies in waiting are having trouble sleeping.
Henry agrees to meet with the princess, but his heart clearly isn't in it. Princess Marguerite of Navarre, sister to the French king. Attempting to cheer the king up, Wolsey mentions their new guest at court. Henry doesn't seem too interested in the subject at hand and snarls at Wolsey when he wonders why the people prefer an alliance with the Emperor above an alliance with the French. The taxes need to be raised in order to meet the financial requirements of the war. Wolsey reminds Henry's of his obligations towards the Emperor and of the progress in the war on France. Pace, Wolsey appoints Thomas Cromwell as the king's new secretary. However the stay in the Tower has made him mad. Her letter also reveals to Henry that she is leaving court to stay at her family's estate. She is returning the jewelry Henry gave to her, claiming to be unworthy of them. The lady does however bring a parcel from Anne. After the service, a servant announces the arrival of Lady Anne, but to Henry's disappointment it's not Anne Boleyn. Thomas Tallis leads the choir in song as Wolsey leads the service. He greets her kindly but his eyes go to Anne Boleyn. Henry arrives for a religious service and meets up with Queen Katherine. Brandon seems unaffected and leaves her with her maids. Brandon makes a feeble attempt to make her feel better, while Margaret claims that Brandon and his men are no better than pirates for bringing her to a man she doesn't want to marry. More seems to agree.Ī far from impressed Princess Margaret boards her ship and has a look around.
Luther's comments about Henry's writings make the king furious and he declares that Luther ought to be burned. The Pope has named Henry "Fidei Defensor", defender of faith, while Luther's reaction was less positive. Sir Thomas More speaks to Henry about the religeous conflict on the continent and of how pleased the Pope is with Henry's anti-Lutheran writings. This annoys Henry, who moves on to Charles Brandon, making him promise to look after Margaret. He reminds her of her duties, but she in turn reminds him of his promise that she could marry whomever she chooses when she is a widow. Henry says goodbye to his sister before she leaves for Portugal. The King's increasing disinterest in his Queen and his obsession over the fact that he still hasn't produced a legitimate heir to the Tudor dynasty, foster an urgent desire for radical action. Henry's sister, Princess Margaret marries the decrepit King of Portugal, only to rush into the lustful arms of Charles Brandon. Synopsis Though Henry is named "Defender of the Faith" by the Pope, fidelity is scarce at court. (Don't see the EasyEdit button above? Sign in or Sign up.