Ep 9. For King and Country

Mary and Francis find themselves divided when Mary is forced to choose between Scotland and France. On one hand, Mary has a responsibility to her country and her people, and she cannot abandon them in their time of need. On the other hand, she is deeply in love with Francis and does not want to risk having their relationship suffer any further strain. Meanwhile, Francis is preoccupied with political matters, feeling the immense pressure of being the future king of France. He is torn between his duty to his country and his love for Mary, knowing that any decision he makes could have serious consequences.

As tensions rise, Mary and Francis come to a difficult realization: they may never be able to find a solution that satisfies both of their obligations. Mary must ultimately decide whether she will sacrifice her relationship with Francis for the good of her country, or risk political turmoil by staying by his side. Francis must decide whether to put his political aspirations above his love for Mary, or risk damaging the fragile peace between Scotland and France.

Amidst this turmoil, an unexpected event threatens to disrupt the delicate balance of power - an English army is on the march, intent on invading Scotland. Mary must rally her forces and prepare for war, knowing that failure could mean the end of her reign and the end of her people. With the help of her loyal confidantes, Mary sets out to defend Scotland against the English invaders, even as tensions with Francis continue to mount.

As the conflict intensifies and the stakes are raised ever higher, Mary must make a decision that will change the course of her life and her reign. Will she choose her duty to her country, or her love for Francis? Will her kingdom survive the English invasion, or will her efforts to defend it only lead to its downfall? Find out in this thrilling episode of Reign, full of action, romance, and political maneuvering.