The monarchy that ruled over England had been under one rule for generations. When there was a challenge to that idea, it was not seen as progress. It didn't happen singularly. One queen was thrust into her position as a widow, another was born to her position. There was much more than that though, it wasn't just about the lands that they ruled over. Religion was an equal qualm that they couldn't come to terms. One was Protestant, one was Catholic... As different as they were, they each wanted what was best for their respective houses and their subjects. The wars fought between them were dire and the losses were great. Neither wanting to give on their position, it seemed to be a stalemate... Only they couldn't even agree on that. Soon, one of them would find a way to reach out to the other in a way to fulfill the wants and wares of the other. It seemed that there might finally be a light on the horizon. Only it was to be shortlived. Turmoil would catch up with the one that had the strength to reach out. In an attempt at peace, the one still in charge would offer refuge to the other, in exchange for a price that seemed too great to pay. When their true nature is revealed, one of them will pay the ultimate price. This is much more than the story of a queen, or even that of a monarchy... It is a story of strength, resolve, and solidarity that would transform the crown.

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