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5There's No Fool Like an Old Fool
They think love gets easier with age and experience, ... but it doesn't. It is a constant give and take, endless fights and forgiveness and making-up. There is an old saying; "There's no fool like an old fool"; and both Isobel and Dickie will find out how true it really is.Downton Abbey, M, English, Hurt/Comfort, words: 999, favs: 9, follows: 7, 8/10/2016
45Together, Yet Separate »
Charles and Elsie were always mirror images of secret yearnings and upheld propriety. They stand side by side, together, united ... but are they truly that? Very steamy and not the usual way for them to get together. Will be a four chapter long story ... or that's what I have planned. Disclaimer: I don't own them. They are Fellowes' creation, but I play around with them.Downton Abbey, M, English, Hurt/Comfort & Romance, chapters: 5, words: 4k+, favs: 16, follows: 43, updated: 8/7/2016 published: 12/30/2014, C. Carson, E. Hughes
401Honourable »
It had been designed to tear them apart, but in the end it had only brought them still closer togther. A story about how love can come from grievous experiences.Downton Abbey, M, English, Hurt/Comfort & Romance, chapters: 34, words: 90k+, favs: 93, follows: 126, updated: 2/13/2016 published: 7/30/2013, E. Hughes, C. Carson
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Surrogate Mother »
Elsie regretted only one thing in her life. Now many years later Elsie finally understood 'maternal instinct'.Downton Abbey, T, English, Romance & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 55, words: 78k+, favs: 89, follows: 121, updated: 11/7/2015 published: 5/8/2013, C. Carson, E. Hughes, Dr. Clarkson, Sybbie B.
9 Bathing in Love
A twinkle in his eyes, he remembered another aspect of his years of foolishness. "Well, well, well, it's time to bring my other talents into play." An idea had formed in his mind and he couldn't wait to put it into action. Another continuation of 'Tonight' and 'Wine Tasting'. This is has a lot of references to 'Wine Tasting' and deals with Charles plan to thank his Elsie properly.Downton Abbey, M, English, Romance, words: 2k+, favs: 20, follows: 5, 4/2/2015, C. Carson, E. Hughes
9 Face
The last moment on this earth and what goes through her head. Very short, very angsty and probably slightly disturbing. Warning: Character death. Don't like, don't read. Just came to me, don't ask me why, I can't possibly say. If you still feel so inclined, please leave a review.Downton Abbey, K+, English, Hurt/Comfort & Angst, words: 293, favs: 4, follows: 2, 3/28/2015, E. Hughes, C. Carson
11 Wine Tasting
After their Christmas festivities, Elsie does some studying of a particular song. This song gives her inspiration, but her husband, her stout and stoic butler gives her the confidence she needs to overcome her shyness. NsfwDownton Abbey, M, English, Romance, words: 2k+, favs: 17, follows: 6, 3/28/2015, E. Hughes, C. Carson
81Dark Secrets Cruelly Revealed »
The Mighty have a long way to fall ... Clarisse will come to realize just how true this old adage is.Princess Diaries, M, English, Angst & Drama, chapters: 20, words: 9k+, favs: 7, follows: 16, updated: 1/9/2015 published: 5/9/2011, Clarisse R.
14 Tonight
A night of celebration, rich wine and a song from Charles' past conspire to make for a night of discovery. Solid M. Disclaimer: Wish they were mine, but alas they are not.Downton Abbey, M, English, Romance, words: 3k+, favs: 17, follows: 8, 12/29/2014, C. Carson, E. Hughes
12 Forgiveness
This is for dashing-away. I am your secret santa in the Chelsie Holiday Exchange on tumblr. Since you had no special wishes, I picked a scene that should have happened in Season 4 after the whole mess about Grigg. I hope you enjoy it and are not in any way disappointed.Downton Abbey, K+, English, Hurt/Comfort & Romance, words: 3k+, favs: 10, follows: 3, 12/25/2014, E. Hughes, C. Carson
1 Proper Name »
What a Difference a proper name make. Isobel finds out about the power of words.Downton Abbey, K+, English, Drama & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 3, words: 1k+, favs: 6, follows: 3, 7/20/2014, Isobel C., Matthew C., OC
9 Lifesaver
A collection of scenes from Elsie Hughes' and Charles Carson's life together as they muddle through, what the French call, 'une affaire du coeur'. It is accompanied by the wonderful song "Lifesaver" by Sunrise Avenue. I don't own the song or the characters.Downton Abbey, K+, English, Romance & Hurt/Comfort, words: 2k+, favs: 6, follows: 7, 6/29/2014, C. Carson, E. Hughes
64You Have Been Warned »
This is the sequel to 'The Warning'. Molly battles with a risky pregnancy, Minerva is still trying to come to terms with her nightmares of the captivity and Severus embarks on his greatest adventure. Please Read & Review.Harry Potter, M, English, Hurt/Comfort & Romance, chapters: 16, words: 43k+, favs: 26, follows: 24, updated: 5/3/2014 published: 11/16/2009, Minerva M., Molly W.
105Trouble in Paradise »
When Harry becomes Hogwarts champion he is in for more than danger and eternal glory. Find out together with Harry what other secrets there are.Harry Potter, K+, English, Angst & Family, chapters: 20, words: 21k+, favs: 163, follows: 195, updated: 5/3/2014 published: 4/22/2009, Harry P., Minerva M.
141The Queen's Commitment and Joseph's Secret »
Every person has a past. What happens if two merge their lives together and try to create a future? Both Clarisse and Joseph fight the demons of the past. But they are not alone. Disclaimer: I don't own the characters!Princess Diaries, M, English, Romance & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 21, words: 62k+, favs: 28, follows: 35, updated: 1/18/2014 published: 9/24/2009, Clarisse R., Joe
12 Coffee »
Lorelai has one obsession; Coffee ... So have Rory and Emily. Find out why it is so important for them and how it can tie them together.Gilmore Girls, K, English, Family, chapters: 5, words: 8k+, favs: 10, follows: 5, updated: 12/22/2013 published: 11/27/2011, Lorelai G.
3Songs of My Life »
"Music is my life line ... and I have sung my heart out over the course of my life." Memories following a near-fatal accident. Non-chronological scenes from Emily Gilmore's life.Gilmore Girls, T, English, Hurt/Comfort & Family, chapters: 4, words: 2k+, favs: 7, follows: 8, updated: 9/17/2013 published: 6/13/2013, Emily G., Lorelai G., Richard G.
1Indentured Servant
We all have reasons for doing what we're doing ... find out why Miss O'Brien and Mr Carson serve the Granthams so devotional.Downton Abbey, T, English, Angst & Hurt/Comfort, words: 341, favs: 4, follows: 3, 6/20/2013, Cora C., C. Carson, S. O'Brien, Robert C.
30 Dear Lorelai »
Talking doesn't get them anywhere, so maybe a letter will.Gilmore Girls, K+, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 7, words: 14k+, favs: 28, follows: 13, updated: 10/5/2012 published: 5/7/2010, Emily G., Lorelai G.
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Choices and Chances »
They both feel like they have nothing left to live for, but oh were they wrong. New chances arise in their lives and choices will have to be made.One Special Night & Keith, T, English, Hurt/Comfort & Romance, chapters: 4, words: 4k+, favs: 3, follows: 2, updated: 10/5/2012 published: 3/31/2012, Keith Z.