The Trip to Lennox Territory

Lady Samhain Wilhelmina Charlene Howard, Duchess of Clarence Territory marries Lord David  William Beck II, who is her second cousin once removed in June of 2294 in a double wedding ceremony with her eldest sister, Lady Elizabeth Victoria Ann Beltane to her second cousin, Lord Richard Edward Howard III.

Lady Elizabeth Victoria Ann Beltane Howard is 19 years old and Lady Samhain Wilhelmina Charlene is not quite 18 years old and neither is Lord Richard Edward Howard III or Lord David William Beck II as they were all born in 2276.

Lord Charles Andrew Howard JR walks into where his son, Lord Andrew Charles is sitting and he summons his great-nephew, Lord David William Beck SR and when Lord David William Beck and his wife, Lady Katherine arrive at Beltane Manor.

Lord Charles Andrew Howard JR looks at his son, daughter-in-law, and great-grandnephew and his great-grandniece with his two granddaughters and great-nephew and great-great-nephew and he looks at them " Listen here Lord Andrew Charles, Lord David William Beck, Lady Karissa and Lady Katherine. My granddaughters want to marry my great-nephew and great-great-nephew, and I know they are not 18 years old, but Lord Richard Edward III will be 18 in September, Lady Samhain will be 18 in October and Lord David William II will be 18 in December. Let them get married." 

Lord Andrew Charles looks at Lady Karissa and he asks" What do you think Lady Karissa?"

"I am not opposed to Lady Samhain getting married. She will 18 years old in October." Lady Karissa states, " What do you think Lady Suzanne and Lady Katherine?" 

Lady Suzanne looks at Lord Richard Edward II and asks, " What do you think?" 

"I am fine with our son marrying Lady Elizabeth." Lord Richard Edward II states, "If we don't give our blessing. He will just elope with her." 

Lady Katherine looks at Lord David William and he  nods and answers, " There is nothing that can stop them loving each other and I want our son to be happy and he has made his choice in marrying Lady Samhain. They have my blessing." 

Lord Charles Andrew JR smiles, " These two marriages will reunite our families once again whereas my damn father caused the division between the Howard and Beck's." Lord Charles Andrew JR states.

Lord Andrew Charles looks at his two cousins, Lord Richard Edward II is his first cousin and Lord David William is first cousin once removed and he tells them " We are already related by the same man, Lord Charles Andrew Howard Senior."  

"Lord Charles Andrew Howard Senior was Lord Richard Edward II and my grandfather and he is Lord David William Beck Senior, Lady Elizabeth and Lady Samhain',, and Lord Richard Edward III's great-grandfather and Lord David William II great-great-great-grandfather." Lord Andrew Charles tells his cousins.

"Lord David William'Beck's father was my Uncle as Lord Richard Edward Howard II's father was my uncle." Lord Andrew Charles states.

Lady Elizabeth rushes over to her younger sister,Samhain and she hugs her. " We are going to be married Lady Samhain." 

Lady Samhain embraces Lady Elizabeth and they walk over to their grandfather and they hug him "Oh thank you granddaddy for intervening on our behalf." Lady Elizabeth tells Lord Charles Andrew JR.

"I want to see my two oldest granddaughters and my great-grand nephew and great-great-grandnephew happy, as they are my two brothers' great-grandson and great-great-grandson." Lord Charles Andrew JR states "If they were here they would have intervene in their behalf but since they are not I will do it on their behalf."

Lord Andrew Charles looks at Lady Karissa " I am losing two of my daughters to my relatives." 

"Lord Andrew Charles there is an old Irish saying " A Son is a Son until he takes a wife, but a  daughter  is your daughter for the rest of your life." Lady Karissa tells him.

"Look it this way. You are gaining two sons." Lady Karissa states,"One is a Howard and the other is a Beck." 

"Don't worry dad. I am not going to change my maiden name to Beck. Lord David William Beck II understands." Lady Samhain states.

"In fact dad, Lord David has agreed that when we have our first child if a daughter will be given the  Howard Surname that way Clarence will stay within the Howard family." Lady Samhain tells him.

"I don't have to change my maiden as Lord Richard Edward III and I have the same surname of Howard and our children will always be Howard's." Lady Elizabeth tells her father.

"Lord Richard Edward III and I have decided to name our first daughter after my mother,." Lady Elizabeth tells her father.

"Our first son will be named after his father, Lord Richard Edward." Lady Elizabeth states, and our third child if a daughter after Lady Suzanne." 

"Lord David William II and I want to name our first daughter after his grandmother and great grandmother  Lady Eliza Penelope ." Lady Samhain states. "We will wait to start our family." 

"Granddad, Lord David William II and I want to travel to Lennox Territory to see my grandmother." Lady Samhain states.

"I think I can arrange that with your first cousin once removed, Lord Alexander Charles Stuart II who is your grandmother's nephew." Lord Charles Andrew JR states.

"I know that your grandmother will be happy to see you, Lady Samhain and Lord David William II." Lord Charles Andrew JR states.

"Lord Alexander Charles Stuart II is married to Lady Josephine Isabella Habsburg and they have a daughter, Lady Alexandrina Charlene who is about the age of Lady Caroline Matilda." Lord Charles Andrew JR states.

"Lady Alexandrina Charlene is 12 years old and I know she would love to meet her second cousin and her husband." Lord Charles Andrew JR states.

Lady Elizabeth and Lady Samhain start to dance around the drawing room as Lord Andrew Charles, Lord David William Beck SR and Lord Richard Edward Howard II watch.

Lady Karissa, Lady Suzanne and Lady Katherine embrace each other as they will become mother -in-laws to one another and they will all share a grandchildren with each other.

Lord Charles Andrew Howard JR looks up and he calls out " Look at this old man. My granddaughters are marrying the grandson and great-grandson of my two brothers." 

"It was bad enough when you were alive and divided my family." Lord Charles Andrew tells his late father, " I have brought back together through my youngest son and my two brother's grandson and great-grandson." 

_________________________________________________________Lady Samhain Wilhelmina Charlene Howard asks her third cousin, Lord Richard William Carey to escort her up the aisle like he did her mother in 2275 and Lord Richard William Carey looks at Lord Andrew Charles and he answers, "It is Lady Samhain decision to who she wants walk her up the aisle ." 

"I am honored to escort Lady Samhain as it was a great honor to escort her mother up the aisle in 2275." Lord Richard William states.

"I will escort my father's heiress up the aisle." Lord Andrew Charles tells his father.

Lady Elizabeth Victoria Ann Beltane Howard on her wedding day is dressed like a princess benefiting her rank as future Duchess of Norfolk Territory and she is dressed in a beautiful wedding dress and her mother brings out the Stuart Tiara and tells her "Your grandmother left this for you Lady Elizabeth. She asks you wear it on your wedding day." 

Lord Andrew Charles nods ' I wouldn't be here without my mother  and she was a Stuart." Lord Andrew Charles states.

Lady Karissa brings out  The Carey tiara that Lord Richard William has been holding and Lord Richard William tells Lady Samhain"  This tiara belonged to my great-grandmother, Lady Sophia Charlotte Howard and she would be honored if you wore on your wedding day as she wore it on hers." 

Lady Samhain wears the same wedding dress as her mother did on her wedding day to her father nearly 19 years before and when Lord Andrew Charles looks at his younger daughter, Lady Samhain. It brings back memories." I remember when your mother wore that wedding dress on our wedding day.  She was carrying your older sister."  Lord Andrew Charles tells Lady Samhain.

"I always thought your mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw in my life." Lord Andrew Charles states.

"I second that." Lord Richard William states. 

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Lord Andrew Charles watches his two oldest daughters marry their second cousins on June 21, 2294 along with Lord Charles Andrew Howard JR, Lord Charles Andrew III, Lord Patrick William II, Lord Frederick William III, Lord Thomas William, Lord David William Beck Senior and Lord Richard Edward II along wit their wives and children.

Lady Karissa watches as they say their vows to each other with Lady Suzanne and Lady Katherine they smile at each other.

At the wedding reception Lady Karissa sings " Child of Mine."

Although you see the world

Different from me

Sometimes I can touch upon

The wonders that you see

All the new colors

And pictures you've designed

Oh, yes sweet darling

So glad you are a child of mine

Child of mine

Child of mine

Oh, yes sweet darling

So glad you are a child of mine

You don't need directions

You know which way to go

And I don't want to hold you back

I just want to watch you grow

You're the one who taught me

You don't have to look behind

Oh, yes sweet darling

So glad you are a child of mine

Child of mine

Child of mine

Oh, yes sweet darling

So glad you are a child of mine

Nobody's gonna kill your dreams

Or tell you how to live your life

There'll always be people to make it hard for a while

But you'll change their heads when they see you smile

The times you were born in

May not have been the best

But you can make the times to come

Better than the rest

I know you will be honest

If you can't always be kind

Oh, yes sweet darling

So glad you are a child of mine

Child of mine

Child of mine

Oh, yes sweet darling

So glad you are a child of mine

Oh, yes sweet darling

So glad you are a child of mine

Child of mine

Child of mine

Oh, yes sweet darling  

Lord Andrew Charles asks Lady Karissa for a song and she tells him to Sing Butterfly kisses " at their daughters's wedding.

There's two things I know for sure:
She was sent here from heaven and she's daddy's little girl.
As I drop to my knees by her bed at night

She talks to Odin and I close my eyes
And I thank Odin for all of the joy in my life
Oh, but most of all

For butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer
Sticking little white flowers all up in her hair
"Walk beside the pony, Daddy, it's my first ride."
"I know the cake looks funny, Daddy, but I sure tried."
Oh, with all that I've done wrong, I must have done something right

To deserve a hug every morning And butterfly kisses at night.
Sweet 16 today
She's looking like her mama a little more everyday
One part woman, the other part girl.

To perfume and make-up from ribbons and curls
Trying her wings out in a great big world.
But I remember...
Butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer
Sticking little white flowers all up in her hair.

"You know how much I love you, Daddy
But if you don't mind I'm only gonna kiss you on the cheek this time."
Oh with all that I've done wrong I must have done something right
To deserve her love every morning and butterfly kisses at night.

All the precious time

Like the wind, the years go by.
Precious butterfly.
Spread your wings and fly.
She'll change her name today.
She'll make a promise and I'll give her away.
Standing in the bride-room just staring at her.

She asked me what I'm thinking and I said
"I'm not sure-I just feel like I'm losing my baby girl."
She leaned over
Gave me butterfly kisses with her mama there
Sticking little white flowers all up in her hair
"Walk me down the aisle, Daddy-it's just about time."
"Does my wedding gown look pretty, Daddy? Daddy, don't cry"
Oh, with all that I've done wrong I must have done something right.
To deserve her love every morning and butterfly kisses
I couldn't ask God for more, man this is what love is.
I know I gotta let her go, but I'll always remember
Every hug in the morning and butterfly kisses...

 

Lord Charles Andrew Howard JR listens to his youngest son sing to his two daughters on their wedding day along with everyone else.

Lord David William Beck II and Lady Samhain decide to take their honey-moon in Lennox Territory where Lady Samhain can see her paternal grandmother, Lady Patricia Eugenie Stuart.

Lord Andrew Charles sends a message to Lord Alexander Charles Stuart and he tells Lord Andrew Charles " We will meet The Howard carriage at the border on Norfolk and Lennox Territory." 

"I know that Lady Josephine will welcome Lady Samhain and Lord David William II with open arms. She sends her best to Lady Karissa." Lord Alexander Charles states.

"How is my dear mother?" Lord Andrew Charles asks.

"Your mother is very happy. My dad has given her a home in Lennox Territory with a garden." Lord Alexander Charles II tells his first cousin.

Lady Karissa tells Lord Alexander Charles " Give my love to Lady  Josephine Isabella and Lady Alexandrina Charlene." 

Lord Andrew Charles sends Lord Patrick William II and Lord Charles Andrew III along with Lord Richard William Carey and Lord Frederick William to escort the Howard carriage to the border carrying Lady Samhain and Lord David William II to the border of Norfolk and Lennox Territory.

Lord Alexander Charles II is there with his entourage and Lord Patrick William II and Lord Charles III walks over to their first cousin, Lord Alexander Charles II and they bow to each other " I am your first cousin." 

"In the Howard carriage is The Duchess and Duke of Clarence Territory and future Earl and Countess of Essex Territory." Lord Charles  Andrew Howard III explains.

In the Stuart carriage is Lady Josephine Isabella and Lady Patricia Eugenie Stuart and Lord Alexander Charles II walks over to the Stuart carriage and he opens up the door and he gives his Aunt his hand and she steps out of the carriage and with Lord Alexander Charles II escorting her when Lord Patrick William II see his mother and he runs over to her and she opens up up her arms and he runs into his mother's arms and she embraces " Hi Mom." Lord Patrick William II tells his mom.

"My baby boys, but where is my youngest son." Lady Patricia asks.

"Lord Andrew Charles is busy governing Norfolk Territory." Lord Charles Andrew III tells her.

"We have brought your granddaughter, Lady Samhain and her new husband to see you." Lord Charles Andrew III tells his mom.

"Dad sends his warm regards." Lord Charles Andrew III tells his mom.

"How is your dad?" Lady  Patricia asks.

"Dad is fine mom. He has a 17 year old daughter, Lady Frederica and she is a real beauty." Lord Patrick William II tells his mother.

Lord Richard William opens up the door of the Howard carriage and he gives his hand to Lady Samhain to step out of the carriage with Lord David William Beck II by her side and Lady Patricia smiles. "My granddaughter, Lady Samhain and she opens up her arms and Lady Samhain with Lord David William II walk over to her and she embraces them " My dear granddaughter and grandson." 

"Grandma. I am so happy to see you." Lady Samhain states.

"How is your mother?" Lady Patricia asks.

"My mom is well." Lady Samhain states.

"How is your father who is my baby son?" Lady Patricia asks.

"Father is well, Grandma." Lady Samhain states.

"How are the rest of my grandchildren?" Lady Patricia asks.

"Lady Elizabeth is well, Lord Anthony is well, Lord Albert Edward is well,  Lady Anastasia Christina is well, so is Lady Sophia Dorothea." Lady Samhain states " So is Lady Caroline and Lord Benny." 

"How are you, Lord Richard William Carey?" Lady Patricia asks

"I am very well, Lady Patricia. You know Lord Thomas William and Lord Frederick William III?" Lord Richard William asks.

"Oh yes. My former husband's many cousins." Lady Patricia answers.

"I hear you have two children with Lady Karissa." Lady Patricia asks.

"I am do and I am very proud of them." Lord Richard William states.

"Lord Patrick William II. Have you heard from your sisters?" Lady Patricia asks her favorite son.

"No mom. Not a word." Lord Patrick William II states "You have a granddaughter, Lady Autumn Bridget and a grandson, Lord Frederick David." 

"My dearest son. I am happy for Lady Paulina and you." Lady Patricia states.

"I always knew that Lady Paulina and you had a good marriage." Lady Patricia tells him.

Lord David William II stands next to Lady Samhain and Lady Patricia tells him " You resemble your great-great-grandfather, Lord Edwin William Howard and my son, Lord Patrick William II resembles him too." 

"How is your father and mother?" Lady Patricia asks.

"They are both well as is my sister, Lady Edwina Wilhelmina." Lord David William II tells Lady Patricia.

"Lord Charles Andrew III how are Lady Charlotte Victoria Maud and Lord Charles Andrew Howard IV?" Lady Patricia asks.

"Mom. Lord Charles Andrew Howard IV is a real credit to me, but Lady Charlotte Victoria Maud is just like her mother." Lord Charles Andrew Howard III states, "We were divorced in 2285." 

"I receive custody of the children." Lord Charles Andrew III tells his mom.

"I never liked that woman and I told your dad." Lady Patricia states.

"Marry again my son to a woman who you love." Lady Patricia states.

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'I am not looking for another marriage mom." Lord Charles Andrew III states.

Lord Alexander Charles II says " We better start back Lennox Manor , Aunt Lady Patricia."

"We have suites   for all you ." Lord Alexander Charles II tells his cousins. and they head toward Lennox Manor in Lennox Territory.

Finally, Lady Patricia is reunited with her oldest sons, and her granddaughter, Lady Samhain and she meets her second cousin, Lady Alexandrina Charlene and Lord Charles Alexander.

Lady Patricia smiles as she talks to her two oldest sons, and she smiles as she sees her granddaughter and great-niece and nephew along with Lord David William II talk to each other.

The next day The Howard entourage heads back to Norfolk Territory but Lady Samhain and Lord David William II spend their honey-moon in Lennox Territory in the highlands.