In the glittering halls of Tudor England, where ambition and desire entwine, a new force arrives to disrupt the fragile balance of power. Lady Vittoria de' Medici, a radiant beauty from the illustrious Florentine dynasty, is sent to Henry VIII's court with her brother to negotiate a trade alliance. With her sharp wit, refined elegance, and beguiling charm, she quickly becomes the centre of attention in a realm already ablaze with political and romantic intrigue. For King Henry, embroiled in a tempestuous relationship with Anne Boleyn, Vittoria is an irresistible distraction-a woman who embodies the sophistication and allure of a world beyond England's shores. For Anne, Vittoria is both a threat and a mirror, reflecting the precariousness of her own position as Henry's affections waver. As Vittoria navigates the treacherous waters of court politics, she must balance her family's ambitions with her own desires. Torn between duty and the unexpected stirrings of her heart, she finds herself drawn to Henry in ways she never anticipated. What begins as a calculated manoeuvre to secure her family's future soon spirals into a passionate love affair that will shape the fate of a kingdom. Henry VIII x oc

⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ ❝Well isn't it you, princess 𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲?❞ if one's voice could be describe, his would resemble the translucent dew drops sliding off the leaves of a willow tree like pearls, it's depth like the daunting roar like a lion, and its ambience being the bright northern star on a sunny day. ❝𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗱, your majesty.❞ she giggles, scurrying into his embrace, feeling his arms lightly rest onto the curve of her hip, lightly grazing the foreign fabric, his touch saccharine--granting her soul the rest she's needed from the day she step foot in this strange land 𓊆 In which, a Spanish princess marries into the House of Tudor alongside her ambitious cousin. Whilst learning to navigate the politics of the court, appease the throne, and learn to love in a way that felt natural to her-she remained the pearl of the world, uniting realms with her angelic voice and inquisitive charm. 𓊇 ⊹ ࣪ ˖

England is broke and on the verge of war yet again. With growing fear inside the walls of the Westminster Palace leads King Henry VII to make a decision. After his eldest son and heir Arthur, Prince of Wales is married to the Spanish Princess Catherine of Aragon. The whole Royal court will take a trip to Florence Italy to hopefully get in good with the most important powerful and richest family in all of Europe, the Medici Family. Upon arrival The Tudor court can't believe their eyes it's as if they're transported into another world. King Henry hopes that he can strike up a good friendship with the Medici family and acquire some more funds. But, to get in good with the Medici family is no small task (hence the overseas extravagant trip). The Medici's see the Tudor's as a problem that will only grow with time. But, they are after all and they do love a good game. Meaning the Medici's plan to just string the Tudor's along until it's time for them to leave. Upon arrival at the Medici's grand Platzo they will be introduced with the head of the family Lorenzo, his mother Lucretzia, as well as his younger siblings his brother Giuliano, sisters Bianca and Maddalena, his half uncle a priest by the name of Carlo as well as the painter Sandro Botticelli who was adopted and raised by the family many years prior. After seeing the Medici family Henry, his wife Elizabeth, his mother Margret, as well as all three of his oldest children and daughter in law have their eyes on one Medici girl in particular, Maddalena de'Medici. Maddalena is a breathe of fresh air considered the most beautiful women in the world at the time, has the Grace of a Queen and the mind that can challenge the wit and intellect of all her brothers put together and some. Whenever Lorenzo feels stuck there's one person who can figure out a way to strike them to the jugular and come out on top with the sympathy of the people. Where will Maddalena go and what will she become?

Heaven sent you to me I'm just hopin' I don't repeat history Switchin' the positions for you Cookin' in the kitchen, and I'm in the bedroom I'm in the Olympics, way I'm jumpin' through hoops Know my love infinite, nothin' I wouldn't do That I won't do, switchin' for y- Perfect, perfect You're too good to be true (you're too good to be true) But I get tired of runnin' Fuck it, now I'm runnin' with you (wit' you) This some shit that I usually don't do (yeah) But for you, I kinda, kinda want to 'Cause you're down for me, and I'm down too (and I'm down too) Yeah, I'm down too, switching the positions for you This some shit that I (yeah) usually don't do (don't do) But for you, I kinda, kinda want to 'Cause you're down for me, and I'm down too When Liliana married the love of her life, an entire nation rejoiced while another was in despair. Now, a decade later-another is marrying into one of the most prestigious families in the world and the reactions are mixed. They've come to love Liliana and hope that the new addition will seamlessly blend into the family. "If wishes were horses..." The Queen turns to her favourite granddaughter-in-law asking her to take the new member under her wing since she was in the same boat once upon a time.

The Queen's Gambit tells the story of a rekindled obsession as King Henry VIII reunites with his childhood companion, the captivating Princess Eleanor, who has just returned to England from Italy. Once close, their bond now ignites into a dangerous and consuming desire, threatening to unravel the delicate political landscape of the Tudor court.