War! Huh. What is it good for? Absolutely nothing. 

Well, excepting finding new allies between royalty and the kitchen help. On Reign Season 1 Episode 20, Francis embraces his role as Dauphin as he leads France into a brutal battle with England. 

Somewhere along the way, he discovers a potential new ally in Greer's dalliance and kitchen servant Leith! That should be interesting, right?

Meanwhile, Mary is going to hire a mercenary to help her since she's not fit for battle. Doing so makes her realize exactly what -- and who -- she's willing to sacrifice for the sake of her country.

Bash and Kenna grew closer, much closer, in Reign Season 1 Episode 19 and as he learns of Mary's plans, it looks like he might confide in his new bride how he's feeling about it. Or maybe he's just back for another round of their new sport -- lovemaking! They're already in the right place... Hey, we can hope!!

Flip through the photos and be back next week for a full run down of the episode after it airs.

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