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Mary, Queen of Scots married Henry Darnley, who was blown up. The Earl of Bothwell was suspected and 4 months later, Mary married Bothwell. This sparked a Protestant rebellion led by the Earl of Moray and Mary was locked up in Loch Leven Castle. Her son, James VI, was crowned King of Scots. MAry escaped but her rebellion was crushed. She fled to England and was locked up for 19 years.

Fleeing to England was an incredibly stupid decision. All common sense pointed for her to flee to France, where she had estates, powerful relatives and could be supported by the Valois since she had married into them. There, she could take back her throne or live out her life in France.

So, what if she fled to France? What if?
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