That evening, Francis is called to the nursery by Mary. Pull it together, Scotland. Mary defends her husband but Cond doesn't want to listen to it. Cedric the Secretary is the one loose end in Narcisses rat cover up, so, naturally, the poor kid had to go. Duke of Guise and his men appeared after Francis had sent three men to find him to inform him that the path to Calais was clear. Prince of France He glances up at Sebastian, leaning over the banister at the top of the staircase, who smirks. In the episode In a Clearing, Francis dies from head trauma after he is brutally attacked while saving Mary from a gang of assassins. She needs to open her heart and believes their marriage will be stronger for it. Queen Catherine: I have endured many trials, but nothing as painful as being forced to look upon the decaying corpse of my firstborn son. Anyone find a 16th-century sex apparatus under the tree this holiday season? The case began in 1675 after the trial of Madame de Brinvilliers, who was accused of having conspired with her lover, army captain Godin de Sainte-Croix, to poison her father Antoine Dreux d'Aubray in 1666 and two of her brothers, Antoine d'Aubray and Franois d'Aubray, in 1670, in order to inherit their estates. She had not named her successor but many believe the rightful heir to the English throne should be Queen Mary Stuart. Francis points out that France is starving and asks for a specific shipment date, but yet again, he is only told "soon". Mary aims to reinstate her half-brother, James as regent, as he is both religiously tolerant and loyal to her. When the English Queen dies, so would Henry the VIII's legitimate line, as Mary Stuart is his next relation by blood, because Elizabeth is King Henry VIII's daughter by Anne Boleyn and her parents' marriage was never recognized by The Catholic Church because in God's eyes, she doesn't even exist. Some Scots decide it would be a great idea to force a bunch of starving Scottish children to travel to France and meet their queen. He agreed to fight for the Crown and win back Calais, but in return, he wanted the position of Lord Majesty of France. Narcisse walks up on them and blames the lack of harvest on people's laziness, even though they are likely just dealing with the devastating consequences of the plague. Once again she makes a tough choice in order to save her country: Mary will marry Don Carlos. He cautions her that he may be a Protestant Scottish rebel who is working with James to have Mary assassinated on her way home. Narcisse informs Catherine that the evidence is stacking up against her; its pretty damning that right before his death, Francis had his mother imprisoned. A group of our fellow Scotsmen raided my English troop encampment to take back our grain. She offers her help but he declines it. They hear noises and both stop. Later, Lord Narcisse rides by and introduces himself to Francis. She warns him that if he does not claim him, there will be a distance between father and son for all their lives. We must kill Don Carlos ourselves. Following his change of heart, Charles turns from Catherine to Francis and Mary and declares that he would be honored to marry Mary. ", January 11th Taking his counsel, Francis goes to Mary and tells her that he's willing to go to Scotland with her, as long as she'll wait until they resolve the issue with the cardinal. Speaking of dead bodies, after Lola suspects that Narcisses secretary, Cedric, is the same person who wrote the threatening note left with her bath rat, Narcisse takes Cedric for a long walk off a short pier well, actually, its a big shove off a castle wall, but you get the picture. Mary, though, has a soft-spot for the guy, whips and all. News arrives from a page that Catherine hanged herself after the death of her lover, but Mary and Francis recognize that as a decoy. Francis II was born in 1544. The next day, Francis confronts his mother, warning her not to bring any harm to Mary, promising that him being with Mary doesn't mean she will lose him, and then walks off. He adopted a more carefree and relaxed approach to life. Bash is concerned over Nostradamus' looming execution. My greatest fear is that Elizabeth will make examples of them. But Francis reminds Mary of what Cond has done to her - taking advantage of her when she was at her lowest - and how he doesn't know what he is capable of. Unfortunately for Mary, Francis forbids her union with Cond. Mary claims that she has found a letter with Voland's confession in it. The Duke of Guise arrived and was greeted by Francis and his niece Queen Mary. Queen Catherine: Oh, you just pray that's exactly what happens to him. Just as Cond lunges at Francis, the guards hold him back and the ladies realise that they're competing over Mary. Mary brings this offer up to Francis during a dance, but he is against it as it wouldn't please the Catholic nobles. She ran to Francis kissing him, explaining something to her about of blank paper, and how his mother had helped her choose. Get the daily inside scoop right in your inbox. He orders Bash to hang them all. The coded message orders him to assassinate King Antoine and his entire family. Francis is revealed to be in Paris when he walks into a brothel. However, the visit to Mary's chamber must be witnessed so that if Mary finds herself with child, there is no doubt about whose the child is. However, it did matter what she thought. Before Mary can say anything, Francis tells her he isn't going to stick around. However, neither of them like it. 4 hours ago, by Eden Arielle Gordon Queen Elizabeth reaches out to Mary with an offer: if Mary and Francis grant her an engagement to Prince Charles, she will reduce her aggressions on Scotland. As the old saying goes, nothing brings a woman and her daughter-in-law together quite like tag-teaming on some royal S&M and the ladies are really a unified front in the face of multiple crises throughout the episode. After paying a visit to Francis' embalmer, Bash realizes the guy was paid off and fled so quickly, he never actually embalmed Francis. Mary agrees and the two begin planning their trip. In heaven with Francis (Toby Regbo), Mary . Mary is in disbelief at first, but after the shock wears off, she tries to justify Cond's actions. Instead, it ends up being the thing which drives Lola away from him completely. Seems like an appropriate reaction. Sweet as ever she told them she needed to talk to her son in private. A man comes out of his tent and calls for the people outside to quiet down so that he can hear the spirits speak to him. Queen Catherine: From the moment you were born, our relationship has been complicated. And so, Mary and Francis go over to talk to him. Luckily for Francis, he draws a King and wins. Instead, Francis offers his hand for a dance, to which Mary humbly accepts. The official synopsis for "Reign" season 2 episode 14 titled "The End of Mourning" reads: "As Mary (Adelaide Kane) and Francis (Toby Regbo) investigate who was behind the poisoning of King Henry, they unearth secrets of the past which force Mary to confront her feelings for Cond (Sean Teale) as she attempts to move forward. After paying a visit to Francis embalmer, Bash realizes the guy was paid off and fled so quickly, he never actually embalmed Francis. There is only one catch - the Duke and Duchess Von Amsberg want to meet Lola. Perhaps a few words from (former) star Toby Regbo will help to mend your broken heart. She is intent on living separate lives. He will arrange for extra guards to accompany her instead. Mary instantly charms him and shares a dance with him. One of her ladies handed over her diary to Narcisse where she had written about Catherine's poisonous soup. Don Carlos wakes up with Mary and Catherine at his side. Scottish Lords arrive in French court and beg Mary to return to the throne in Scotland. Not long after his arrival was he greeted by his mother. Cunningham urges Mary to continue pursuing Don Carlos, but she tells him that an alliance with Spain is off the table. Carissa Pavlica at February 6, 2014 11:46 pm. Perhaps a few words from (former) star Toby Regbo will help to mend your broken heart. Before his marriage, Francis had a son, John Philip, with Lady Lola out of wedlock. Catherine told him Sebastian never made it to Spain. Franciss mind is preoccupied on whether or not his mother is alive or dead. Francis finds Narcisse and attacks him. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . They were interrupted by Mary's own mother, Marie de Guise who agreed with Francis about the nonsense of Nostradamus. What episode does Francis die in Reign Season 3? He tried being one kind of king but was forced to be another. When the footman refuses to talk, Francis calls in the torturer. Lord Narcisse alleges that Nostradamus falsely diagnosed his son Eduard and condemned him to death. By noon they are both downstairs again ready to part ways. Here's what the real Francis looked like: Image Source: Bibliothque nationale de France. Francis and Charles bond over the Scottish win against the English just before Francis collapses. He asks him to set Lord Castleroy free. Months later, after winning Calais back against the English, the Duke of Guise returned to French Court, with Francis close to his side. , Reign: Here's How the Real King Francis II Died, The "Stranger Things" Prequel Stage Play Dives Deep Into Vecna's Origin Story, Can't Wait For "Daisy Jones & The Six"? The Poison Was Really Planted by the Mystery Kind of Ghost Girl: 7 Or: "Who cares except that this is immensely convoluted." Mary Calls Off the Wedding to Francis: 10, if you're Team Francis, 1 . As Mary and Catherine start to rip into each other, Francis asks them both to take it down a notch. Francis II of France. says the actress. The Cardinal informs the King and his Deputy that a noble lady named Cond as a traitor who bore The Devil's Mark. Catherine, out from under the weight of regicide, has fire in her eyes again and shes coming for Narcisse. Later, Cond steps in on a conversation between Francis and Narcisse, encouraging Francis to trust no one but himself. Later, Narcisse spins some lies about Cedrics disappearance, but Lola begins to connect the dots. In the dark, he orders Francis to cut the rope and help the now dead Colin down. Support from The Vatican made him think he could get it, However, Queen Catherine cautioned Princess Elizabeth would have support too. While Francis and Mary are happy and in love once again, having moved past their mutual transgressions, the situation in Scotland is getting worse. She doesn't want to give him hope. However, the three must soon leave because the plague has reached the house Lola was staying at. Mary begs Delphine to save Francis, so she works her magic and he returns, but the price is the life of another. He asks her to wait and see how things go for France, but Mary reminds him that they need to take her own country into account. It was snowing and absolutely beautiful out as they rode in their white carriage. In a Clearing Back at the castle, Mary informs Francis that she freed the prisoners because there was no time as Schuler was about to leave. Claude doesnt want to play Narcisses game. But the Duke knows he got what he wanted. The MCUs tiniest heroes are kicking off its biggest phase yet, setting up the next several years of storytelling. Queen Mary: What if he dies?! At least his bride has a country and an army, should he need it. After waking up and being apprised of the situation in Scotland, Francis announces his decision in regard to his response to Mary and Catherine. You guys, they even hold hands at one point. Francis reminds his mother that the only reason she's out of the dungeon is to secure her place as regent. Many in France assumed someone must have poisoned Francisand lots of fingers pointed directly at Henry's long-suffering wife, Catherine de Medici. Sebastian informs Francis that more prisoners are coming in and the dungeons are filling up. Francis and Lola Mary and Narcisse speak with Elizabeth's Ambassador and find that Elizabeth will release the prisoners if Lola visits her at court. Francis tells Mary he was being blackmailed over regicide by Narcisse into making decisions that favoured Catholics. He married Queen Mary of Scotland, to whom he had been betrothed to since they were children. To distract him, she suggests a detour. Mary, desperate for some fun to cheer up her bored ladies, convinces her friends to remove their shoes and dance. Francis makes his way down to the courtyard. Welcome back from hiatus, Royals! At the castle, Francis is escorted by his guards into Mary's chamber, where they start kissing until they end up in bed. Bash wonders how the Cardinal would explain the brand if a loyal Catholic were branded. In their meeting, he states that he wants fifty-percent of the profits, a castle, and Lady Greer's hand in marriage. One of Don Carlos' advisors suspects that someone within French court has corrupted Don Carlos. If you like TVLine, you'll LOVE our email news alerts! Francis was the first in a series of four French princes, children of Henri and Catherine de Medici, all of whom died young. Mary admits that she saw him the day she returned, sleeping with Lola and the baby. "I am starting to feel a little better. It could mean the end of the their reign. Francis then vows to protect him. Mary and her ladies-in-waiting soon arrive. They were introduced at French Court and played together along with Francis' older half-brother,Sebastian. He had always been a sickly child, and respiratory failure stunted his growth at a young age. Pages related to King Francis are the following: Francis was named after his father's older brother, Francis was taught how to sword fight by his older brother. Gideon Blackburn is the new English envoy in France, replacing Lord Nicholas. The Plague He is also refusing Francis because of his recent decisions. Narcisse is swinging his weight around as both regent and husband here, and immediately wants to send in the Scots Guard, a Scottish military unit in service of France. The cardinal has come to discuss rents and tenancies with King Henry, money that the French depend on. Portrayed By Katie Boland Appearances Season (s) 1, 2 First Appearance Pilot Last Appearance Reversal of Fortune Clarissa was a strange and almost feral young woman who hides in the shadows. When Francis approaches her, she rebuffs his touch. I know Mary is busy but, like, open your eyes, dude. Plot Quotes Queen Mary: What if he dies?! Catherine thinks he should follow Mary's lead and do what she asks. Telling him, and his people, that none of this could've been done without the vision of the King. Francis believes that he was fated to die and rejects Mary's idea to have Delphine resurrect him. He is best known for his role as Prince Francis on the CW's hit TV show Reign (2013). When he reveals his plan to marry Charles and Mary after he dies, she asks that Charles be sent to her for love and comfort. He believes the power should be shifted from the nobles to the King, back to where it belongs. "It's a concern that he's not waking up," says Sharon Case (Sharon). He believes she has been avoiding him. Francis believes him, but he also points out that Cond is a Protestant, and if he wasn't behind it, he will need to cooperate to find out who was. In the final scene of the episode, Mary and Francis are making passionate love. Mary is hurt by both his words and his apparent dislike for her and walks away. House of Valois Francis wonders if the Cardinal is willing to sacrifice Randall. Reign's Series Finale Brings Francis Back for Mary's Happily Ever After. Sounds like itll be a super fun time for Catherine and Bash. Before his marriage, Francis had a son, John Philip, with Lady Lola out of wedlock. The following day, Mary and Francis find out that Ducasse changed his mind and know Narcisse is behind it. After reminiscing of their childhood, Mary announces her pregnancy to Francis in The Lamb and the Slaughter. After Mary deduces that they're planning to kill themselves and the boys, Francis orders that Bash and a group of castle guards soldiers attempt to save the boys. Unlike on the show, however, he isn't attacked in a clearing after magically being revived, nor did Mary's mother die so that he could live. By signing up, I agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy and to receive emails from POPSUGAR. Half a day later, Francis and Lady Lola return together, under the pretext that they had run into each other in Anjou, and agreed to travel back upon the news of Catherine's sentence. During a dance with him a soft-spot for the guy, whips and all,. 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