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Death of James V of Scotland

James V of Scotland lies on his deathbed, surrounded by his closest advisors and attendants, as he succumbs to illness following the devastating defeat at the Battle of Solway Moss. The room is filled

Setting

The royal bedchamber in Falkland Palace, a grand but somber room with high ceilings and tapestries depicting Scottish battles. The bed is large and draped with heavy velvet curtains, positioned near a stone fireplace.

Characters

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James V of Scotland
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A gaunt man in his early thirties, his once robust frame now withered by illness. His pale skin clings tightly to sharp cheekbones, with dark circles under fever-bright eyes. Thin lips are cracked from dehydration, and his auburn beard is unkempt against the linen pillows.
Cardinal David Beaton
primary
A middle-aged man of imposing stature with a broad frame and a stern countenance. His piercing dark eyes are framed by deep-set wrinkles, and his neatly trimmed beard is streaked with grey. His hands are large and firm, accustomed to both the weight of scripture and the exercise of power.
Physician
secondary
A middle-aged man with a lean build, his face lined with years of study and concern. His greying hair is neatly trimmed, and his dark eyes are sharp with knowledge, though now shadowed with worry. His hands are clean and steady, accustomed to the precise work of healing.
Lady-in-Waiting
secondary
A young noblewoman in her mid-20s, with a slender but graceful build. Her fair complexion is flushed from weeping, and her hazel eyes are red-rimmed. Her auburn hair is neatly braided and tucked under her French hood, though a few loose strands frame her face.
Page Boy
background
A slender boy of about 12 years with tousled brown hair and wide, fearful eyes. His cheeks are flushed from the cold draft in the chamber, and his small hands grip the basin tightly.

Dialog

James V of Scotland Par la foi du roi... the English... they shall not... have her...
Cardinal David Beaton In nomine Patris... Your Grace must think now of your immortal soul, not earthly struggles.
James V of Scotland The bairn... Mary... she is Scotland now...
Cardinal David Beaton Per sanguinem martyrum... We shall safeguard both her soul and her crown, by God's grace.
James V of Scotland Bruce's blood... flows yet...

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