Ep 4. Episode 4

As King Charles II settles into his reign, he finds himself torn between political ambition and his own personal desires. In Episode 4, tensions between the Dutch and English are at a high as the two nations engage in a bitter war. Charles becomes increasingly frustrated with his lack of success on the battlefield and turns to his long-time mistress, Barbara Villiers, for comfort.

Meanwhile, tensions escalate within the king's own household. His young, ambitious wife, Catherine of Braganza, grows increasingly resentful of Barbara's presence at court and begins to plot her own rise to power. Charles must navigate these competing interests as he tries to maintain his grip on the throne.

As the war with the Dutch continues, Charles faces mounting pressure from his advisors to end the conflict. But the king is unwilling to compromise his own ambitions for peace and begins to take matters into his own hands. His quest for victory on the battlefield may lead him down a dangerous path, one that could ultimately threaten his hold on the throne.

Amidst all of the political intrigue, Charles also faces personal struggles as he grapples with his own mortality. With no legitimate heir to the throne, the king must confront the possibility that his reign may not survive beyond his own lifetime. As he considers his legacy, Charles is forced to confront the consequences of his own actions and decide what kind of ruler he wants to be remembered as.

The tension reaches a boiling point in Episode 4 as Charles is faced with one of the most difficult decisions of his reign. The fate of the nation hangs in the balance as the king grapples with conflicting desires and competing interests. Will he be able to maintain his hold on power, or will his personal passions lead to his downfall? Tune in to find out.