Fluff Starter For Francesca

[Benedict Bridgerton]

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After staring up at the ceiling for what seemed like hours Frannie got up to go the library for something to read. The house seemed silent as she walked quietly down the hall until she heard a voice and nearly screamed only to see her brother Benedict smirking at her.

You scared me to death.  It's okay, I couldn't sleep anyway. 

[Benedict Bridgerton]

I'm not bound by                                  

Benedict had gotten home rather late from one of Granville's parties. Being introduced in such a part of society had Benedict returning as much as he could. Great company. No judgement. And . . . the freedom to be oneself. Of course, such fun often led to late hours so he was quietly entering the house, ensuring not to wake anyone so to avoid questions pertaining to his whereabouts. The household staff also seemed asleep which was even better. But as he was making his way down the hall, he saw a flicker of light coming from the library and as he drew closer, his eyes rested on Francesca. ◈   ◈   ◈  ◈  ◈ He stood in the threshold of the door, watching her for a moment as she did not seem to notice his presence. "Francesca," he both greeted and questioned . . . his words clearly alarmed her. Her reaction caused him to smirk though at startling his little sister. She explained that she couldn't seem, as he walked into the library. "My apologies," he said, still smiling at her reaction. "Is something troubling you?" He asked, wondering if there was something keeping her up. Tag @francescab Note: Better layout coming soon!

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After getting over being scared half to death Frannie almost laughed at her brother. She sat down again then closed the book she had been reading while she looked at him. I wish I knew why I can't sleep, my mind just can't seem to stop.  I close my eyes but my thoughts just keep racing.

So tell me where have you been so late?  Perhaps with a pretty lady?  Mother would love that. She teased him.

[Benedict Bridgerton]

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When Frannie sat back down, indicating that she would remain here for at least a bit longer, Benedict stepped further into the room, not wanting her to be alone. Taking off his coat to get more comfortable and setting it on the side, he sat down next to her. "Would you like to share such thoughts?" He offered. "Perhaps talking about them, will help make sense of it." He knew of course that talking sometimes helped certain situations. It was after all, one of the many reasons that accounted for the Bridgerton family being so close. They shared their thoughts and feelings with one another. Had strong communication. Well, some of them . . . as they grew older Benedict imagined that was starting to change. ◈   ◈   ◈  ◈  ◈ Himself included in such things. She then diverted the subject from herself to him, asking where he had been, and suggesting she was with a lady. Ah yes, she was certainly right about that; their mother would quite like it, even if she questioned the late hour he spent in her company. "I was visiting a friend," he told her, which . . . was true since Henry after all, was indeed a dear friend. He just, would not go into the details of what kind of party the artist held at his residence. "Sorry to disappoint," he added on with a bit of a joking tone when it came to being in the company of a lady. While it was true that such parties held more . . . pleasurable activities that he partook in, it was hardly the kind to divulge as it would not lead to marriage. And, he would rather maintain his sister's innocence in such things. Tag @francescab Note: Better layout coming soon!

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Sitting back down Frannie smiled looking over at her brother.  You are sweet to offer, I'm not even sure why I can't sleep but everytime I close my eyes my mind races.

She smirked when he said it was a friend.  You do know that if that friend is a lady Mother would be so pleased.  She had heard all about her brother's reputation from Lady Whistledown and listening to the servants gossip but she would never admit it.  She wanted them to believe she was as innocent as Daphne was before she married.  Now she was dying to ask Benedict questions about his secret life but she feared it might shock him how much she knew.


Benedict Bridgerton

[Benedict Bridgerton]

Tag: @francescab
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THE RULES OF SOCIETY

Francesca spoke of how her mind raced whenever she closed her eyes. "Perhaps something to help you sleep before hand? Do you remember we used to have a warm glass of milk prepared for you when you were younger." For all the siblings of course. It was something Edmund had done regularly with them, and a tradition that they had strived to carry on after his passing. As they grew older though, it became more of a need basis rather than a daily routine.

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Benedict gave a small smirk at his sister's words of their mother being pleased if his friend was a female. "Fortunately, with Anthony now having declared his intentions to find a wife, and Eloise's first season approaching, Mother will be rather busy from setting her attentions upon me." Benefits of being a second son indeed. "Perhaps you even may be married before I," he told her teasingly.

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I had thought about the warm milk but its too far to walk to the kitchen.  Frannie attempted being lazy with a grin.  Wait, you are so crafty!  She laughed hearing him explain how he was going to be able to fly under the radar with Mother as her attention was clearly divided elsewhere.  Then she made a face at him.  Please don't talk about my getting married, I am not ready to leave here.  I love our home, our family and us being all together.  Once we start marrying off nothing will ever be the same again.  

She sighed thinking of it.  But since you are out playing you should at least tell me details!  I will keep your secrets Ben, who is she?  She teased him back.

Benedict Bridgerton