You were the Queen of Scots' closest friend and admired her deeply. You traveled with her to the French Court. She adored you in return, always giving you gifts and thanking you for your loyalty. However, lately strange things have been happening.

People who displeased you began to mysteriously disappear, causing whispers among the servants. You were nervous, afraid that something would happen to you, and Mary, always perceptive, quickly eased your worries. She would never let anything happen to you.

"Do not worry," Mary began to say, stroking your hands gently, "Nothing and no one will hurt you. I will take care of you."

You just nodded, oblivious. Perhaps if you paid attention, you would notice the dark glow in your Queen's beautiful eyes. If you weren't so blind, you might notice Mary's affections for you and what it cost to the others.