I know you’re against me giving up my claim to the English throne. But it’s a real opportunity for peace for Scotland. And to bring the French troops home.
You would be turning your back on all those who yearn to see a Catholic on the English throne. Your birthright is your most precious possession. Think twice before trading it.
You are my most precious possession. Our marriage, our life together. Not some hope that if a hundred calamities align, I might sit on the English throne.
You should not do this for me.
I’m giving up my claim for me. And for Scotland. To give James a fighting chance to rule as regent. In a time of peace, not war.










