The Serpent Queen

Catherine aims to unite France under King Charles IX, pushing her agenda of a secular state. The Bourbons present a trade deal with England. Tensions rise on the Privy Council.

With peace lying on a knife's edge, Catherine attempts to calm tensions by allowing the Bourbons to pursue the trade deal with England.

News of Edith's miracle spreads throughout Europe. The Bourbon's leverage an opportunity for England to exploit France. Catherine must return urgently to France.

With a rebellion on the rise, a mysterious plan is set. But when loyalty can be so easily swayed…miracles can happen.

With religious war on the horizon and Queen Elizabeth arriving in the Netherlands, can a marriage be France's saving grace?

Queen Elizabeth's arrival sparks manipulation and intrigue within the Valois Court. A dramatic fencing match for the Queen's affections ends in a shocking revelation.

Tensions escalate as Edith wields newfound power. As Queen Elizabeth's schemes unravel, Catherine must strategize to secure power and navigate a web of deceit.

Can Catherine's desperate measures prevent total war, or has she unleashed forces beyond her control?