I will warn you again: the pool for the best Bridgerton fan fiction is more like an ever-growing swirling ocean that will drag you down to the bottom, never to be seen again. 45. Hope it's ok! All of her hopes and dreams were for Edwina alone. Its a great inspiration for the modern retelling Pearly-Dewdrops by INTPSlytherin_reylove97, filled with lots of chaotic good in an outdoors setting. # 5. I dont know what features more often in Colin fan fiction: food or travel. He barely gave Violet chance to respond; before she knew it, he had bid hurried farewells to his siblings while also making sure to give Eloise a quick clap on the shoulder as some sort of haphazard gesture to wish her luck for her first ball tonight and already scarpered out of the door. Anthony chuckled softly to himself as the womans laughter rang once more through his mind. Oh, yes. W-wellonly that you said you were paying court at Gunters tea shop yesterday, with a Miss-, Anthony interrupted her with relief. Hey folks. If you already have an Archive of Our Own account, log in now. Fanfiction recommendation: Post-marriage Anthony and Kate. That is until a young and handsome Scottish Earl starts to pursue her. Heartbreak is followed by jealousy and more heartbreak. The return of the Regency Era drama set a new viewing record. This story is my latest obsession. You could say that if we had decided on a finish line together, but alas, we made no such agreement, Anthony said indignantly, his smile faltering. He couldnt take his eyes off her, he was so fascinated. This story will explore both Kates and Anthonys POVs during all their scenes throughout the eight episodes, as well as missing/extra moments that I like to imagine could have happened off-screen. Anthony watched in horror; was she going to stop?! And if all of this Bridgerton fan fiction has you thinking about your own storytelling, here are some tips on How to Start Writing Fan Fiction here. Keep an eye on your inbox. 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And he could have sworn he saw the woman glance back to see him following, only to then spur her horse on even faster. He barely noticed anything at all. He must at least know her name. He sighed as he thought back to that stimulating morning ride in the park merely a few hours ago, when all thoughts of marriage and wife-hunting had been completely purged from his mind. Panting from their excursion, Anthony stared after her as she galloped out of sight and felt his face break out in what was undoubtedly a smile. Plagued by unexplainable deaths of his dearest childhood friend and then his Father. He just simply could not allow it. Anthony closed his eyes. Gregory is the last of the Bridgertons to marry and as clueless as his brothers. She looked up and spotted a pair of male riders on the path ahead, heading towards the correct direction of Mayfair. You can have both with My Bones on Your Bones by tosca1390. I love the insight into Gregs sibling-like relationship with Kate in He is Only Thirteen by adelindschade. 2 likes, 0 comments - LoveIsStrong (@ao3loveisstrong) on Instagram: "Thank you @Kanthonyficrecs for reading recommending and featuring this fic. The Last Dance Please consider turning it on! night and day i dream of you" all men. Heavily based on Emily Henry's fantastic book Book Lovers, through Kate and Anthony. 5. He knew now that he had used her as a way to escape and he had let that affair go too far. . No! After several updates, it became easier to repost this story as a new one. bridgerton sapphic Warning: Spoilers for Bridgerton season 2.. Toward the emotional ending of Bridgerton season 2, Anthony (Jonathan Bailey) calls Kate (Simone Ashley) by her real, full name a gesture much bigger than viewers may think. The woman was riding astride, which was something he had never seen before and certainly not something a lady ever ought to do. 20. But then again, perhaps it was for the best that he didnt know her name. Anthony is insistent that he will remain a bachelor for one more season. She was very outspoken and confident for a lady speaking alone with a viscount, he had to give her credit for that. It was a sight he knew he would never forget. It would be a dangerous thing, to associate with a woman who he could not deny he was attracted to. He had made this journey so many times from the brothel to his house at this hour that his horse instinctively knew the route, which was lucky, as Anthony felt so tired and mentally drained that he couldnt really be bothered to take control of the reins or even acknowledge his surroundings. At this, Violets face practically tore up in anguish. Who would've thought she would wed at all? OR Kate . Of course, I also love a bit of modern drama and text-chat format in On the Way to the Wedding But Make it Text by folklaureate, which is absolutely hilarious. Affection and love and such silly notions as romance were not in the slightest bit important when it came to matrimony, after all. For more information, please see our 22 days ago. He must at least know her name. AU story:What if Anthony and Kate met that first fateful morning in the park, but from that point, things went differently?Anthony has no intention of marrying this season. An Encounter in the Woods Dawn had only just broken; it was completely empty here amongst the trees and the fields, for which he was extremely grateful. Ah, yes. A lot of this is pre-Kate and contains some serious emotional baggage between Anthony and various family members. You worry about being seen, he said, his voice betraying the slightest hint of his strange urge to laugh. Anthony Bridgerton is determined to find himself a wife, having rejected the current season's debutants as anything but suitable, his hope that Her Majesty, Queen Charlotte will choose an Incomparable of the season - a Diamond - and save him the trouble of choosing. That was enough for Anthony and Kate to meet as children. While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. IM ACTUALLY SO SORRY I KEEP FORGETTING TO WRITE She wasnt married at all. They both thought that it would Eden Walseworth is finally back in London and ready for her long awaited debute to society on the verge of becoming the tons new spinster she is finally being forced to "The green, green dress what a pleasure to unwrap," You just have. I just can't imagine anyone choosing to honeymoon in Paris in 1814 and we know . Score another one to folklaureate and National Treasure. Both are my weakness, with a healthy dose of Penelopes wit. Anthony smiled back, not entirely convinced by her reply, and cast his eyes down. The climax of season two of "Bridgerton" comes when Kate rides through the pouring rain, falls off her horse, and hits her head. He really does get around. But the time to grow up came sooner than he thought it would. It was with a huge smile still on his face that Anthony then continued his journey home. Hope you enjoy. Its a shame because I find her intelligence on-point, and the potential for some adventurous treasure hunting is irresistible. What if Kate never heard Anthony's speech at Lady Danbury's Conservatory Ball? I started to wonder what wouldve happened if Anthony had told Kate what he told his motherhis true reasons for not pursuing a love match. 9. How grateful I am, the rider retorted; he couldnt be sure if she intended to sound sarcastic or not. Check out A Bachelors Pleasures by koszyczek. tip: "sherlock (tv)" m/m NOT "sherlock holmes/john watson", Due to the incredible support of the community, we've raised US$252,343.98 with an average donation of $32.14, and added 6450 new members this drive. And if that doesnt describe Viscount Bridgertonsurely this seasons most eligible bachelorto perfection, This Author shall retire Her quill immediately. Lady Whistledowns Society Papers, 20 April 1814. Anthony/Kate listed as #1 after more than a year of their debut onscreen . Anthonys original love story is front and centre for the second book of the series, The Viscount Who Loved Me. His search for a wife had dragged his spirits down to a point even lower than they usually were. tip: buffy gen teen AND "no archive warnings apply", Anthony Bridgerton/Kate Sheffield | Kate Sharma. The rider was confident, but surely she couldnt be that reckless?! He tilted his head as he watched her, more captivated by the second. Sort by: Hot. Anthony Bridgerton is a Simp for Kate Sheffield | Kate Sharma, Colin Bridgerton & Penelope Featherington, Colin Bridgerton & Kate Sheffield | Kate Sharma, Gryffindor/Slytherin Inter-House Relationships, Alternate Universe - Harry Potter Setting, References to Romancing Mr. Bridgerton - Julia Quinn, Inspired by Bridgerton Series - Julia Quinn, Colin Bridgerton/Penelope Featherington-centric, Alternate Universe - Bridgerton (TV) Fusion. ladydanbury. 21. He ends up coming back early from his travels to find out what has happened only to be given the cold shoulder by his friend. And it was thrilling. Anthonys Confession The woman turned her head sharply back to him. Especially the moonlight. He wished more than anything that she took back every bloody one. Whoa, there! Anthony called out, immediately concerned. How will he win back her friendship and is it really just friendship that he wants? A year after breaking Pens heart, Cols back in London with three goals: Reconnect with family and friends, all of whom have their own lives now; launch his travel app without losing millions; fix things with Pen somehow. How will he win back her friendship and is it really just friendship that he wants? You shall certainly need it this season, his sister, Daphne, had told him merely the other day, during Eloises presentation at the palace. Good day, sir, she said, casting him an irritated glance. Fic Summary: A mysterious lady arrives at Anthony Bridgerton's bungalow and asks for his help to find her missing husband. Season 2 was even more popular than the first season, sitting in the Top 10 series on Netflix across 91 countries. I will bid you a good day, and I shall see you later for the ball.. 4. # 1. Edwina Sharma is resolved: She can see that there is something between her sister and the handsome, charming Viscount. It was no use. May I Have This Dance? No more distractions from responsibility or being waylaid from the sensible path.. But then he saw, after a while, that she was approaching a long hedge possibly to evade him and put an end to this bizarre chase and Anthonys face fell. And he doesn't know why the sight of men queueing outside the Sharma's townhouse makes him sick to his stomach. I usually don't like eloping in stories, but for Kate and Anthony I do. Perhaps we pretend this encounter never took place? This content contains affiliate links. He had let his feelings almost stray from lust to something more. She giggled loudly as she galloped away, and as her enchanting laughter echoed around the trees Anthony found himself beaming genuinely for the first time in years. Over two hundred years later, there is reality television. Not for the head of a family such as the Bridgertons, anyway. She only looked a few years younger than him so that would make her something almost all ladies of the ton feared: a spinster. darwinquark. The whipped,completely besotted and impatient Viscount treading through his long long long( well to him,not to the mamas) engage What if someone saw Anthony and Kate having their not-so-subtle conversation or more like intimate conversation in the parlor on the night Sheffield's visited Lady Danbu . bridgerton anthony and kate fanfictionnhs interview scoring system example. Eloise is like Benedict in her awesomeness as a side character for many of her siblings. It was utterly baffling what a complete stranger could do to ones mood. 14. No, Im afraid that was not a success, he said bluntly, and Violets smile fell. Anthony, who intended to propose to her, watches in horror. I am just being practical., Practical? Violet said, half-laughing as she raised her eyebrows at him in pity. If you log in you can store your preference and never be asked again. Anthony Bridgerton Lives Past The Age His Father Died In Bridgerton, a big reason Anthony decides to cut love out of the marriage equation is because he doesn't want to feel the same grief his mother felt when his father Edmund died. Oh, not as a child. Forgive me, Anthony said with a polite nod, and he couldnt help smiling as the realisation that this mysterious lady was unattached resonated with him. He was still adjusting to such things, eight months into his marriage. 19. He can't remember any of his life before the accident.3. Just A Bee It was a woman. AU Anthony is abroad (maybe had to leave after the duel) and meets Kate. For Kanthonyversary 2023 -------------------------A mysterious lady arrives at Anthony Bridgerton's bungalow and asks for his help to find her missing husband. Com as barreiras erguidas caindo, a pergunta : qual dos dois ser o primeiro a ceder? 36. In 1814, when a man was in urgent want of a wife, there was the Marriage Mart. Edwina Sharma is resolved: She can see that there is something between her sister and the handsome, charming Viscount. Well, was it not? he asked, pleased that she was letting go of the rigid, formal way in which she had first spoken to him. I am afraid that is not possible! They are like a complete set: you cant have one sibling without at least another three jumping in for entertainment value. Finally! Season 2 was even more popular than the first season, sitting in the Top 10 series on Netflix across 91 countries. Col and Pen find themselves, each other, and their places in the world, in (roughly) that order. 1. He had to follow her. It is the other way entirely, Anthony told her, pointing and trying not to appear too smug as he watched her face fall. But no matter. When Kate meets Ben's older brother, Anthony, sparks fly behind masks. An Invitation to the Country Every woman he had encountered over this past week had been exactly the same. This fic covers Kate Sharma and Anthony Bridgertons love story, as portrayed in Bridgerton Season 2. Its a canon-ish long series on AO3, with 37 chapters for a dark and angsty dive into the life of Anthony. Francesca Bridgerton debuts into the Ton searching for something she's not sure she's going to find. Especially the moonlight. 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A Broken Heart You allow me to go my way, and you go yours.. Francesca Bridgerton debuts into the Ton searching for something she's not sure she's going to find. The one constant in Anthony Bridgerton's life was Kate Sharma. She features far more as a young child or teen in other characters stories rather than her own. tip: "sherlock (tv)" m/m NOT "sherlock holmes/john watson", Due to the incredible support of the community, we've raised US$252,343.98 with an average donation of $32.14, and added 6450 new members this drive. How To Hold A Gun Kate would've never thought that she would share an apartment with Anthony Bridgerton. The cold morning mist had slowly begun to dissipate as Anthony began his search for the lone female rider. 25. Heartbreak is followed by jealousy and more heartbreak. It was unheard of. 23. Canonical Eloise leans more towards Phillip Crane in the original book To Sir Phillip with Love. She jumps at the opportunity to write under her own byline until she realizes who her subject is. Was this what it felt like, to meet someone who matched you in wit and sharpness and even arrogance? 7. 35. Anthonys head shot up in horror. 2 year pocket calendar 2022 2023; madison keys coach 2022; brooklyn ascend charter school calendar; sister act hazlitt theatre; oxford alabama civic center; I appreciate your attention, sir, but I assure you I am perfectly safe, the rider insisted, frowning at him. He had arranged various contracts in his life, attended Parliament, hosted hundreds of guests, seduced a dozen women, demanded a duel, and governed over his siblings. Anthony Bridgerton decides to find a wife but it was not any young debutante who got his eyes but rather the most stunning and mysterious widow, Kate Countess of Beaumont. Anthony learns to hate many things after his fathers death. I have finally determined the difficulty love itself. Whistledowns more successful than ever but Pens tired of being Queen Chars anonymous assistant. Hed been having such a pleasant morning. He knows love e. happyending anneboleyn viscount +11 more .by . The wait for season 2 of the Netflix. In which Ophelia Farrington gets stuck in the world of marriage simply because she has no one left but the Bridgerton family who are more than willing to showcase an ext "She swayed, stumbled into the darkness, and yet she stood there, steady, unshakable, indomitable, with an incipient mechanism that did not allow her to sink to the What happens when you give a princess a choice between a future mafia ruler and a future king? To fall in love is to create a religion that has a fallible god. An Archive of Our Own, a project of the Organization for Transformative Works 34. He was slightly taken aback; he wasnt used to being teased or challenged by a woman. Mayfair is not right ahead. Anthony looked down briefly, adjusting his reins. I know its been a month since Season 2 came out now so not many people might be bothered about Kanthony fanfics, but Im still super-fixated on Bridgerton and in particular Kanthonys love story, so I decided to start writing this fic to a) help me process and move on from my obsession with Kanthony and b) hopefully improve my writing skills. He ends up coming back early from his travels to find out what has happened only to be given the cold shoulder by his friend. Kate quickly realizes it is not temporary. 32. r/BridgertonNetflix. 29. He still couldnt fathom the fact that she was not riding side-saddle. While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. If you proceed you have agreed that you are willing to see such content. Sighing and clearly fighting the urge to curse under her breath, the woman then wheeled her horse around. Forgot your password or user name? Quando Colin descobre o segredo de Penelope, decide us-lo para conseguir algo em troca que vai mant-los perto demais, e medida que eles se aproximam, alm de qualquer rivalidade, comeam a enxergar um ao outro. yes communities credit score requirements; presscontrol perdita acqua; tessa ferrer and patrick dempsey relationship; homestead crater death; florida blue medicare otc catalog 2021 You can find plenty of Benedict gems throughout the best Bridgerton fan fiction since he is a great supporting character. Based on events during Episode 1 of Bridgerton Season 2. You can see it on full display in How NOT to Romance Penelope Featherington by goddessqueen. He didnt think his requirements were overly difficult or demanding, however the amount of names that he had scratched off in his list of prospective brides suggested otherwise. Not lost, you said? he said, rather snarkily. That was enough to change Kate's family's fate, making them reside in England instead of India. "But you are what I desire." Forbidden Desires He could vividly remember his very first sight of her across the hedge; those mischievous twinkling eyes, that self-satisfied smile, that confident tilt of her head. I beg your pardon-?. Her impeccable horse-riding skills, her blatant disregard for propriety a woman riding astride and alone, it was practically unheard of! Work Search: Dinner with Lord & Lady Sheffield Daphne's, his mother's speeches come back to him, not to mention the last words Kate and him exchanged in the forest at dawn, the day after the Sheffield's dinner, It was easy to find reasons why Miss Sharma and Mr Bridgerton did not belong together, but the young couple only cared about the one reason they did. Protective Anthony Bridgerton Protective Simon Basset Guilt Betrayal Bisexual Benedict Bridgerton Polyamory Threesome - F/M/M Summary A few months after Anthony marries Edwina, Kate marries a Duke in order to stay in London to be close to her sister. Reconciliations Due to the long journey to reach the altar, Greg-centric fan fiction tends to float between romantic adult and adorkable preteen. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. But Anthony wasnt going anywhere. This work could have adult content. Does your maid know you are riding astride? he asked, amused. The womans mouth fell open; he was pleased to see that she looked startled that he had found her. And she will not allow either of them to ignore it. And then a certain gentleman rode into her life, most unwelcome, and for just a single moment, or many, perhaps, she wondered what it might be like to find her own true love. That was enough to change Kate's family's fate, making them reside in England instead of India. With the union of the Kate and Anthony from Bridgerton! He very rarely appreciated how lucky he was to always come back to such a lovely home. He chuckled again, and was pleasantly surprised when she laughed as well. There must be a catch, surely. Whistledowns more successful than ever but Pens tired of being Queen Chars anonymous assistant. Both Marina and Siena can have happier endings. He was utterly smitten with this strangerand yet he could not allow himself to indulge in even acknowledging such a fact. His worried expression slowly transforming into that of bemusement, Anthony sped up on his horse as well, determined to reach her. darwinquark. I appreciate you all. Luckily, he knew this park very well indeed, so after a few shortcuts off the paths it didnt take him as long as he had feared to locate her. Had those riders they had spotted nearby somehow known who he was and turned up at this very house to inform his mother of his activities for some bizarre reason?! Bridgertons first season follows the books with Daphne and Simon in The Duke and I. Its easy to be caught up in their romance, starting with the whole fake dating trope. Something for the Show Lovers and Book Lovers Combined. A quick note about fan fiction: fan fiction will never take away from the source material and original copyright. Then you are lost-. No walking on eggshells for Edwina. Why did she look so familiar? That is hardly a word one should use when wanting to seek a partner to spend the rest of their life with.. We could be here for some time yet. She is also the quietest and most contemplative of the lot. left kudos on this work! Unable to apologize directly to Penelope he writes several letters but gets no reply. However, Benedict is almost perfect when he is with his art and his family, like in Family Portraits by Hallow_night, a short piece featuring Benedict and family portraits for the Bridgerton siblings. He had never seen a lady look so stunning without being dressed up for a ball, with their face painted, hair styled and gown tailored so immaculately. Unable to apologize directly to Penelope he writes several letters but gets no reply. The author, Moomin_94, has a natural affinity for the Bridgerton series with plenty of other work for you to explore. But a part of him quite liked it, he had to admit. 8. Anthony is the most popular Bridgerton in fan fiction, in part because of his love-hate relationship with the gorgeous Kate Sheffield (or Kate Sharma, thanks to the Netflix series). So many fans have portrayed the dynamic in hilarious and loving ways. You'll not be afforded such an ample head-start this time, I assure you, Anthony said, catching up with her on his horse. Her jawline was angular, her cheekbones sharp, her lips full, her nose dainty, her eyes dark and mysterious, her eyebrows neat, her eyelashes impeccably long, her skin a rich copper brown that glowed whenever the sun hit it. Did youhave a pleasant day yesterday?, Hm? Anthony said, halfway through munching on some grapes from the fruit bowl. 30. What he didn't know a that this season is going to take a sinister turn of events that will shake the foundation of their society . Will he ends up wi. She had the slightest hint of an Indian accent. Work Search: One day Anthony finds out about himself and everything changed. Anthony came to a stop as well. No, please, do not leave, not yet, he wanted to say. Tales of a Heart Anthony Bridge. Will they ever be ready to be vulnerable for each other? Fanfiction Crossovers . He is interested in the new diamond of the season and has no interest in Kate. Through the trees Anthony then spotted the source of the noise: someone was galloping rapidly through the park, their horse speeding across the field at such speed it filled Anthony with a sense of dread. Young Anthony had never had cause to ponder his own mortality. If youre looking for more of the troubled rakish rogue, check out A Thousand Cuts by wall_e_nelson. In the rare instances it occurs, I have no difficulty in admitting that I have either lost or am in the wrong, he said, almost begrudgingly. are main villains among another OC character . And yet that did not bother Anthony in the slightest. Sign up for our Book Deals newsletter and get up to 80% off books you actually want to read. 22. and our romance. Younger, even. The period 1817-1820 was fraught with political turmoil (both India and England). . Now Anthony is desperate to win her back, while Kate is ready to fight him every step of the way. 1.4K 83 2. Benedict Bridgerton struggles to find his way and to understand what he truly wants in life. specifically folks who can't keep Kanthony out of their brains, Shall we collect links to our favourite fanfics that have come out since Season 2 dropped? Her equestrian skills were far superior to any he had seen, particularly for a woman. Startled, he turned his horse around as well, though what he could do to prevent her from departing, he had no idea. The most popular on AO3 is the Bridgerton & Sons series, a modern retelling set in the family legal business of Bridgerton & Sons. Who would've thought that Eloise would end up having not one but two suitors? Anthony learns to hate many things after his fathers death. 32. Kate begins her training as the new Viscountess Bridgerton as her relationships with Anthony strengthens. If you are new to the fan fiction scene, get started with A Beginners Guide to Reading Fan Fiction here and the Best Fan Fiction Apps and Sites here. Are you in trouble?. Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Sharma like each other but they barely talk to each other. He could hardly believe it. Now, at the ages of 29, they are determined to find their respective matchesbut the Bridgerton family have other ideas. Privacy Policy. Com as barreiras erguidas caindo, a pergunta : qual dos dois ser o primeiro a ceder? It was after about a minute or so of riding desperately after the woman across the empty park field that Anthony slowly began to realise that perhaps not everything was as it originally seemed. Pall Mall Well - a woman who was not a member of the Bridgerton household, anyway.