The Last York Prince [AU]

New Baby

(Will this new baby be a threat to House Tudor? But then again, there are other claimants from House Plantagenet that could be a potential threat to House Tudor in the future)

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Richard set roses on Elizabeth and Edmund's tombs. He thought moving everyone from London to Hatfield would make sure everyone would be safe, but Edmund didn't last.

His parents weren't the only one who was devastated. He apologised, even when Henry said it wasn't his fault.

He sat in the pews of Westminster Abbey, praying as his wife went into labour. His heart raced, worried washed over him. He didn't want her to leave him so soon.

Stafford approached Richard, sitting next to the young duke. They aren't that far in terms of familial relationship - Stafford's mother and Richard's grandmother were sisters after all.

"She'll be fine", said Stafford.

"It's not just that I'm worried about".

"Carrying the Plantagenet blood, especially from House York, is very dangerous nowadays, cousin".

Ralph walked in and bowed before them. "Forgive me for interrupting your prayers, my lords, but your in laws are here, My Lord Gloucester".

"Thank you, Ralph. I'll be out in a minute", said Richard, finishing his prayers.

Ralph left. Richard finished his prayers and kissed his rosary.

"I shall continue to pray for your child", said Stafford.

"Thank you..., cousin", Richard patted his back and left the Abbey.

Richard headed back to Greenwich to find Erik, who greeted him with a hug. Astrid was already in the room, helping with the birth.

"How long has she been in there?", asked Erik.

"Since dawn. I'm hoping it won't take too long", said Richard.

"Freja once told me that your sister died after giving birth. It's ok to be afraid. That's how my mother died too, giving birth to my sister. Both died not long after each other".

"I'm sorry to hear that".

Ralph returned, this time with Henry and Margaret Beaufort. Lizzie stayed with the children, praying for the child.

Henry spotted Richard's hands shaking. He knew how much the young duke has lost. He feared if he loses more, he might not recover.

"It's alright to be afraid, Richard. In fear, we find courage".

Richard pulled Henry aside. "I fear the curse, Your Grace. I'm afraid", said Richard, whispering.

"Trust in God, Richard. Trust in Him to keep us all safe", said Henry.

It wasn't long before the cries of a newborn broke the silence of the palace. Sarah asked Richard to come in while the rest waited patiently outside. William whispered to Drew - the minute they know the gender, he must travel to Burgundy to inform Richard's kin there.

Freja was pale and weak, but the midwife assured him that she's alright. "If you do plan on having another, I suggest you wait a year or two. She's young, my lord, she's more than fit to carry more. Just give her time", said the midwife.

Richard paid her for her services. Hilda and Astrid cleaned the baby before handing the baby to Richard.

"Congratulations, my son. It's a boy", Astrid looked at the child with pride.