I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised by the opening scene of tonights episode. Wait, let me explain. Not only did they employ some fancy camerawork to get their point across, but there was a well-timed, ahem, pin prick. But mostly what impressed me was Henrys restraint. He could have found any willing maiden to satisfy his need, but he wanted to remain true to Anne. If I had any doubt before about Henrys devotion to Anne, I dont now.Highlights:Suffolk and Norfolk are appointed copresidents of the council. Suffolk, as always, is pleased by any favor the king shows him. Norfolk was not so pleased to share his title. Norfolk also had to remind Brandon that Wolsey is still a threat, even if he is banished to York.Banishment doesnt suit Wolsey. After futilely writing to Anne for help in restoring himself to the kings favor, he decides to employ another cunning and much more dangerous tactic: He writes to Katherine and to the pope. The...
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