Matt Ford
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Appearances Over Time
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He snatches the box and opens it.
His smile widens as he takes in a roll of freshly minted coins.
Last month, Darnley proposed his portrait should be made bigger than Mary's on Scotland's money, as befits a king's status.
When Darnley pulls a coin out, his stomach drops.
His face has been made smaller.
His hand trembles as he turns it over to find his name now appears under the Queen's, not above.
What is the meaning of this?
But his valet has gone.
Darnley bolts his fist around the coin and stomps down the corridor to Mary's chamber.
He finds her snapping at one of her counsellors.
I have no wish for further discussion.
You are dismissed.
Darnley waits for the Lord to leave.
He's unnerved as Mary's stern expression morphs into a serene smile.
My love, I thought I would see you this morning.
Darnley holds the coin up.
What is the meaning of this, Mary?
As king, I should be... He stops as Mary steps forward, her smile tightening.
Well, that's just it.
You are no longer king.