Michael Therriault

Lord Condé and Bash investigate after shadowy riders attack a shepherd. As the christening approaches, Mary considers her relationship with Lola and Leith returns to court as Greer takes control of her future.

Francis and Mary take action as the king's madness reaches a fevered pitch, making choices that could change history. Lola endures life-threatening labour.

Mary's uncle delivers bad news about her mother, while Bash and Kenna begin to trust each other.

Francis reluctantly helps Bash uncover the threat in the woods, resulting in a dangerous situation.

The stability of Francis and Mary's new rule is threatened as the plague ravages the land, Kenna's life is put into jeopardy, and Greer makes a shocking discovery about Leith.

A powerful lord learns that Mary was responsible for his son's death and demands retribution. Francis and Lola return to the castle with their newborn son and Kenna pushes Bash to be recognised in his new role.