To Laugh, To Lie, To Flatter, To Face (S01E07)

A new Lord Protector rises to power, leaving Mary and Elizabeth vulnerable under the strict rules of the new regime and the ambitious nature of their younger brother. As they navigate the treacherous political landscape, both sisters must contend with the dangers of manipulation and deceit, all while trying to maintain their own positions and safety amid the shifting allegiances and power struggles that threaten to engulf them.