Mary suffers a painful miscarriage shortly after learning she is pregnant, a secret she initially hides to avoid ruining a royal christening.

Francis returns to the castle with Lola (Anna Popplewell) and their illegitimate son, John, creating a rift of insecurity for Mary.

Catherine de' Medici (Megan Follows) struggles to adapt to her new role as Queen Mother, often using ruthless methods to protect her children and her country, even when it pits her against Mary. The Fracturing of "Frary"

Reign Season 2: Plagues, Politics, and a Kingdom Divided Season 2 of The CW’s historical drama Reign shifts from the romantic courtships of the series premiere to the heavy, often dark burdens of ruling a nation. Picking up immediately after the death of King Henry II, the season follows the ascent of and Mary (Adelaide Kane) as the new King and Queen of France. A Rule Born in Chaos

The season opens with the ravaging France, creeping inside the castle walls and threatening the stability of the new monarchy. This disaster sets the tone for a year defined by survival rather than celebration. While Francis and Mary attempt to lead, they are immediately beset by:

Following a traumatic assault on the castle, Mary becomes increasingly estranged from Francis and finds solace in Louis Condé . Their relationship evolves into a full-blown affair that nearly results in Mary abandoning France for Scotland with Condé’s help.