One day, while attending a royal banquet, he locks eyes with a captivating lady-in-waiting from a rival noble family. As their eyes meet across the opulent ballroom, a spark of attraction ignites. Charles knows that pursuing this romance could jeopardize his standing at court and even risk his life, as the Tudor court is notorious for its political intrigue and power struggles. The lady-in-waiting, too, understands the risks but cannot deny the connection. Meeting later in the private garden.