Second Introductions → Lizzie and Francis [AU]
Conflict was constantly brewing between England and France, and always had been, especially over the past near four decades at the close of a long war. Such was the way in the world of politics and conquest. Yet, occasionally, the possibility for a moment of reconciliation and compromise arose, and, if acknowledged, such times could prove fruitful. The years were ticking by, approaching the sixteenth century with what appeared to be an increasing rapidity. Francis knew better than to turn down an invitation to the English court, and with Calais rightfully in French possession once more, he found himself at a stronger position than he might have been.
The French king had arrived and been shown to his rooms upon his arrival. It had not been long before he had the opportunity to be formally presented and introduced to the reigning monarchs of this foreign court. Henry VII, the man who had taken the crown away from the House of York and subsequently married one of its members, appeared set to solidify his right to hold the throne by way of his young son. It was not until a good amount of time later that Francis saw the queen again, and when he did so, it was rather a chance encounter instead of a formal visit. As he took a pause from his parchments, he wandered about to clear his mind, only for Elizabeth to pass in front of him, several of her ladies in tow. With ease, he sank into a bow, "Votre Majesté."