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  1. Dolores Esteban
    Hugh Despenser was introduced to King Edward the following morning. Edward was surprised to learn he had a new chamberlain. He did not remember that anybody had informed him of the change. “What happened to Sir Gloucester?” he asked with a frown. “I was content with him. He served me well.” “You assigned to him another position,” Sir Duffy said indifferently. “When did I do that?” Edward asked. His voice was angry. “A week ago, my lord,” Sir Duffy said. “I was given the scroll a week ago
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    Hugh Despenser arrived at court at the end of September 1315. Sir Mortimer had arranged his invitation. Hugh Despenser was assigned to a position of quite a low rank. “I make sure a higher position will be assigned to him soon. But first, he needs to be introduced at court,” Sir Mortimer said to Isabella. The queen and Sir Mortimer were having tea in the queen’s parlour. “When will this be?” Isabella asked curiously. “In just a few months,” Sir Mortimer said. “We must step more carefully
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    “We cannot stir an upheaval when the peers are behind him. If Edward was removed from England’s throne, they would lose more than they would gain now,” Sir Mortimer said to Isabella. Sir Mortimer and the queen were standing on a balcony of the castle. Isabella trembled because of the cold. It was at the end of December. “We need to wait then,” she said impatiently. “Or we must challenge him, so that he will make a false move. This would enrage the peers again.” “I cannot force things,” Sir
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    Dawn had just come. But Sir Mortimer had already dressed. He walked down the empty corridors of the house. He liked to walk in silence and in darkness. Dawn was the perfect time to dwell on his thoughts and dwell on his plans. The queen was nervous. Sir Mortimer smiled to himself. He climbed the stairs to the first floor. He walked and moved unwatched and unheard. Sir Mortimer looked down the hallway that led to the chambers of the king. The guards had fallen asleep. Sir Mortimer shook his h
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    “Tell me about yourself, Roger,” Edward said, smiling at Roger. “I am Sir Roger d’Amory, Baron of Armoy in Ireland. I am twenty-four years old. Armoy is a small village in Northern Ireland. You most likely have never heard of the place,” Roger said, returning the smile. “I am afraid I have not,” Edward admitted. “Although I am fairly sure that I have heard the name Amory before.” “You may have heard of my uncle, Patrick d’Amory. He came to England many years ago. He lived in London for a f
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    The peers and servants looked after them when Edward and Roger entered the hall for lunch. Roger felt uncomfortable. He sensed the eyes of the peers and noblemen resting on his face. But Roger walked upright and avoided the curious eyes. It was obvious that rumours had spread quickly. Everybody seemed already to be informed on his meeting with the king in the king’s private chamber. Edward walked majestically to the top of the table. A slight smile was playing on his lips. He made a gesture wi
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    The servants and peers looked after Edward and Roger when they walked down the corridor. Roger avoided looking at them. Edward walked upright, ignoring them also. At the end of the hallway, he turned to Roger. “Come, Roger d’Amory. I will show you to my parlour,” he said. Roger just looked back at the king. He gave no reply. Edward moved to the stairs that led up to the first floor. He climbed them majestically. Roger followed him. He felt the eyes of the peers on his back. Edward stopped at
  8. Dolores Esteban
    The ending was not really a surprise. But it made me smirk anyway.
  9. Dolores Esteban
    Very good story! I really enjoyed it.
  10. Dolores Esteban
    Title: Play Favourites (King Edward and His Favourite Men) Author: Dolores Esteban Info: Story. 15 Chapters. The story is finished. Chapter by chapter posting. Author’s note: This story is a work of fiction. The developments in this story deviate from what really happened in the year 1314 and the years that followed. Summary: The liaison between King Edward II and his favourite Roger d’Amory enrages Queen Isabella and the peers. Isabella and her confidant Sir Mortimer seek to bring the king down. They devise a plot. Will their plan work out? Edward is a weak regent and king. England, 1314. Enjoy!
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    Roger d’Amory finally drifted to sleep. He dreamed he opened a door to a chamber. He stepped in with a happy smile. His eyes met King Edward’s eyes. Roger felt warm and comfortable. A cosy feeling was running through his body. They left the house and stepped out on a green. The sun was out. It was a warm day. But suddenly, Roger heard a bird cry. Roger looked up. A white dove fell to the ground. Roger looked at the king. Roger was feeling scared and frightened. King Edward reached out his hand t
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    Play Favourites . (King Edward and His Favourite Men) by Dolores Esteban The liaison between King Edward II and his favourite Roger d’Amory enrages Queen Isabella and the peers. Isabella and her confidant Sir Mortimer seek to bring the king down. They devise a plot. Will their plan work out? Edward is a weak regent and king. England, 1314. Author’s note: This story is a work of fiction. The developments in this story deviate from what really happened in the year 1314 and the years tha
  13. Dolores Esteban
    King Edward and his favourite men. Story. 15 Chapters. England, 1314. The liaison between King Edward II and his favourite Roger d’Amory enrages Queen Isabella and the peers. Isabella and her confidant Sir Mortimer seek to bring the king down. They devise a plot. Will their plan work out? Edward is a weak regent and king.
  14. Dolores Esteban
    Thank you, Menzo!
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    Excellent, Cia!
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    Beautiful! I liked this story very much.
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    Not what I had expected, but these poems fit the theme very well. People are strange, indeed.
  18. Dolores Esteban
    Thanks for your kind comments on my story. Really makes me happy.
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    Alright

    Dolores Esteban commented on Dolores Esteban's story chapter in Alright

    Thanks for your comment on my story. Makes me really happy. I'm glad you liked the piece.
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    I think the whole story was not very believable. So the story was an arabesque perhaps?
  21. Dolores Esteban
    Dark and disturbing. Very well written. It leaves me thinking. And it leaves me with a strange feeling, not really sadness, but close to it. Very good poem.
  22. Dolores Esteban
    Very touching. Very well written. Very good story!
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    Yes, thank you so much.
  24. Dolores Esteban
    Reginald and his friend Orson explain why they do not agree with Plato’s essay and why they think that Plato’s concept of love is the reason for deep-rooted prejudices in contemporary Europe.
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    On Plato’s Symposium by Dolores Esteban In December 1816, Reginald Cavendish, a sophisticated London gentleman, published a periodical on Greek literature. The first copies sold, Reginald invited his friends to celebrate the occasion. On a Friday evening, Reginald and his guests assembled in the living room of his London house. Reginald handed out copies of his periodical. His guests turned the pages curiously. "What do you think?" Reginald asked. "It looks beautiful," E
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