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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 4, 2021 2:00:25 GMT
 Tag: bunny Note: Better layout coming soon! i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU The conversation quickly escalated the moment Henry spoke of needing to calm his brother. The Viscount felt the anger boiling inside of him at such insolence and making it sound as if his brother had no control. Which, perhaps he did just as much as Henry. But either way, Anthony loathed to hear anyone disrespect anyone in his family so. "You speak of him in such a manner, as if you were completely absolved of any responsibility." Of, both their actions. The ability to remain seated and calm was becoming increasingly challenging, especially when he brought up Siena.
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"I am now married. I have a wife." Siena was his past where . . . he had been foolish to imagine they could be together, and happy. "As do you." Clearly, it mattered little to Henry considering he was unfaithful. Had Anthony not found a woman who helped keep him grounded, he most certainly would have already leaped from his seat. But, he was trying. And yet, if the man kept pushing . . . Anthony was unsure what would happen. There were certain triggers that even he could not control. "And as will Benedict one day." His brother would . . . surely find a wife. Benedict had been with women before so surely, this was not indicative of his interest in solely men. "You may be content with your life, to be unfaithful to your betrothed. But where is your honor and care for whom else you involve in this . . . complicated circumstance." Married, having an affair with another man. Yes. Complicated indeed.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 4, 2021 1:00:58 GMT
Tag: bunny Note: Better layout coming soon! i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU Anthony felt a sense of relief that Lucy was not present. Though, the relief was hardly enough to make this conversation remotely . . . comfortable. The subject was an incredibly difficult one and a topic that Anthony never thought he would have to address. But the overprotective nature he felt towards his family and honor of the Bridgerton name was . . . compromised. And it needed to be addressed, and resolved. This could not go on. However long it had been going on, it needed to stop before it was too late. Before it was exposed. And then, Henry finally asked. Bringing up the subject of his brother. He knew. Well, of course he did. Anthony may not know Granville but he knew of his reputation -- not, this part of his reputation -- but enough to be fully aware that he was no fool.
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The question of whether this being about his brother lingered in the air as Anthony tried to find the ability to carry forward the conversation. He was not scared. He just knew it was not an easy subject. "To what end will you carry on these, relations with Benedict?" Anthony finally got out. His voice firm, serious, questioning Henry's intentions . . . whatever they were, neither of the men's actions were honorable. Not Henry's, and not his brother's. "And do not ask how I know. I saw you and he last night in the garden." A . . . truly awkward sight, one that left Anthony numbed with shock. And an image he wished he could erase from his mind. Though despite the discomfort of seeing it, he continued to remain stoic, an expectant look on his face as he awaited a response from Henry.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 3, 2021 15:57:13 GMT
Tag: authorflies Note: Better layout coming soon! It works perfectly!! I can picture her doing all that so well! haha! i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU Tonight had been exhausting. While Anthony was quite used to attending such a events, this season was different. This season, there was an added expectation and exhaustion. Mainly, because of the search for a husband. There was more interest in his sister and men approaching him to make conversation and . . . explain reasons as to why they would be fine candidates. Searching for permission from the Viscount to court his sister for he had made it quite clear that he would not allow just anyone to do it. Of course, this coupled with his mother's attempt to set his eyes on a potential wife, though Anthony had made no intention that he was searching for a spouse. So yes. These events were busier than they often had been in the past.
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Arriving home was a welcome relief, though as soon as he stepped through the doors, Eloise immediately approached him. He looked at her curiously, glancing around to see where she had even come from, as he took the gloves off his hands. "Should you not be asleep, Eloise?" He questioned. "It is far too late for you to be up and asking such questions." Which, in Anthony's mind were . . . well, not always as best answered as perhaps his sister. "Come on. Let me see you to bed before you make such inquiries to our mother or Daff." Trying to protect them from having to divulge all the details of a busy night. As if to further prompt her, his hand went to Eloise's back, guiding her back towards the stairs as he walked alongside her.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 3, 2021 15:46:55 GMT
Tag: authorflies Note: Better layout coming soon! Hahahah give him all the sass!! I would say he's used to it buuut, he still grumbles along the way! hahah! i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU Eloise was certainly right about that. Anthony did not look at him the same way that she did. There was no need for him to be attracted to the man, and he understood -- having learned the difficult way after what happened previously -- that attraction should be considered where a union is concerned.
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Him stepping on her toes . . . well, yes. That indicated that he lacked proper etiquette and training in what it was to be a noble. "Very well. I will accept your, excuse Eloise." He paused for a moment. "This time." Meaning, he would not repeatedly accept such excuses. Hearing Eloise speak of high standards . . . was something else that Anthony could not argue with for he believed the same, and had even said something similar to their eldest sister back in her first season. He trusted Eloise and her judgement, even if he may not say that often enough.
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"It is indeed important to have high standards. But not ones that will make it impossible for any man to meet." There had to be compromise of course. And so hearing her say that she did not need to find someone for her . . . well, Anthony was not so willing to accept that. "It is my responsibility to find you a husband," he told her, unwavering in this duty. "And I will continue to do so until we find a suitable match. One that both of us will have to agree on I suppose." His sisters certainly did not make it easy to find a husband . . . nor did his brothers make it easy for him to find them a wife.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 3, 2021 15:28:29 GMT
 Tag: L Note: Better layout coming soon! it is my duty I AM PROTECTING YOU He more than recognized the . . . bitterness in which she thanked him. Though he brought no attention to it. He was quite used to his siblings disagreeing with him, but he remained stubborn in his mindset. Believing, that he was doing what he could to best protect them. And that, was certainly not something he would apologize for. As they grew older now, the subject of marriage and finding a spouse would create a new set of challenges and disagreements.
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Nothing could prepare Anthony for this but he supposed he would learn as he went along. What else could one do? He knew that each of his Bridgerton siblings were . . . strong minded. Each having their own level of stubbornness. And none of them meek nor timid. Upon her suggestion of a proposition, Anthony turned his gaze from the carriage window, back to his sister. "What is it?" He asked, holding back any feelings of needing to brace himself. But, he loved his sister and of course was willing to listen and consider what she may propose.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 3, 2021 15:23:02 GMT
Tag: bunny Note: Better layout coming soon! i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU Anthony gave a nod of gratitude as he followed Henry into his home, the door closed behind them. He continued to follow his lead as they arrived into the sitting room, the older male telling him to make himself comfortable and offering a drink. The Viscount turned to towards the man, craving a drink right now but also was unsure how . . . welcome his company would be after he said what he did. Besides, coming unannounced, Anthony did not wish to inconvenience him.
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"I'm fine, thank you for the offer," he told him as he took a seat. "Should you desire a drink, do not hold back on my account." Because, as Anthony previously thought . . . he was uncertain as to how this conversation was going to go. Anthony was doing all that he could to maintain eye contact with the man before him. Fortunately, a lifetime of practice -- mainly the past decade or so -- had taught him how to suppress discomfort and his own emotions. Otherwise, looking at Henry Granville would have been challenging, considering what he had seen last night. But still. Anthony remained proper and . . . steeled in his expression.
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"How is Mrs. Granville?" The question genuine but there was also reason for him asking. Really, he was fishing to see if she was present because, surely she did not know about this and it was not Anthony's intention to expose Henry for his . . . infidelity. "I should hope that we are able to speak in private," he added on, making at least that part of his intention clear to Granville. That he did not want the man's wife to be present nor overhear.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 3, 2021 15:04:03 GMT
Tag: @colin Note: Better layout coming soon! i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU The house had certainly become a bit quieter . . . first with Daphne's departure to her married life, and then with Colin going on tour. But, with the latter returning, things seemed to be going back to somewhat normal in the Bridgerton house. Funny. That normal meant a house full of a chaos. But Anthony would not have it any other way. He had been in the back with Hyacinth and Gregory, playing a few games which turned into an argument which . . . Anthony had helped mediate.
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He was making his way back into the house when Colin nearly collided into him. Colin immediately greeted him, asking about his well being and commenting on the weather. The Viscount just looked at his brother, suspicion on the elder male's features. He knew each sibling well enough and he could tell that Colin was up to something. It certainly would not be the first time. "Good morning," he responded a little skeptically, a slightly raised eyebrow. Relaxing his features, his expression changed but not to let Colin off the hook. "What did you do?" He questioned, bracing himself for whatever mischief Colin had gotten up to. "Come on, out with it," he playfully urged, an expectant tone in his voice.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 2, 2021 23:01:36 GMT
i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU Anthony knew that the matter would be further complicated if she had another that claimed her heart, but she confirmed that such was not the case. Well, then he did not understand why she was so opposed to such a union between their families. They were a suitable match, so surely . . . she would not deny the wishes of their fathers. He continued to listen to her explain that she would not be one who meekly maintained the household, nor bit her tongue where opinion was concerned . . . and it was indeed a curious thing. Most women would try to convince one as to why they would be a good wife. And yet, she appeared to be doing the opposite.
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"Is this how you often present yourself in front of a suitor?" He asked, his question only somewhat rhetorical, for he welcomed a response if it helped give further clarification to the matter. His question, voicing earlier thoughts he had of her and her attempt to convince him of the opposite of what she ought to. She then spoke of their fathers. The very thing that had him determined to see this through.
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"Your father sees who you have grown to be," Anthony began to say. Edmund, did not. At least not to an age where Anthony was ready for marriage, but he would not use that as an excuse nor used to guilt her into this union. "And he still believes this to be a suitable match. I trust the judgement he holds and that of which my father would have." This was about honoring both of their wishes. And Anthony was of course, one to exercise honor in . . . well, most all his actions. "Why is it that you so strongly oppose this union?" He asked her plainly, knowing there was no point in wasting time. After all, she seemed to be rather upfront about things. He would simply return the favor.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 2, 2021 22:50:54 GMT
i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU Oh this was truly too good! Anthony continued to laugh at his friend's reaction, commenting on how his words so accurately described the circumstance. "I am truly a wonder," he played along, clearly amusement and making no effort to hide it. That is, until their professor walked back. Anthony quickly composed himself, looking down at the ground as he used every ounce of self control within him to hold back his laughter.
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There was still a hint of a smile upon his lips, just focusing on the uninteresting ground for he knew that if he looked up at Basset, he would burst into a fit of laughter. The professor's presence seemed to take far too long but once he eventually disappeared down the hall, Anthony's restrained faltered the moment Simon said that it ate his hat. Once more, the Bridgerton son laughed, trying to keep it down so not to draw back the attention of the staff.
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"Perhaps it did you a favour," Anthony joked. The remark clearly a jest, for there was nothing inadequate about the way that Simon dressed. He was a future Duke; his clothing impeccable and of the finest. However, that just added to the humor to his now vanished hat. "Are you certain it ate nothing else?" Anthony asked. "For you now leave it in your room, unsupervised," he teased, his lips spreading into a grin as if urging him to go in there and see what other mischief the creature has caused.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 2, 2021 22:44:56 GMT
i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU The more time Anthony spent here, the less time he wanted to. This entire party was scandalous enough to fill Lady Whistledown's columns for months! And Anthony would not have his brother, nor Kate, discovered in such a place. So he was eagerly trying to find either of them . . . and it just so happened, that his gaze fell on Kate first. Unaware that she saw him, he managed to catch her rushing down the hall, and he was not about to delve into how he recognized her from behind. Perhaps, having paid too close attention to her this past little while. Never the less, he started weaving his way through the crowd, making sure not to lose sight of her or where she went in this confounded place.
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He also did not want to call her name as to avoid drawing more attention to the two of them. Most everyone was clearly preoccupied with something -- or someone -- else here. He managed to catch a glimpse of the door closing, and recognizing that she had no where else to go here, he assumed she was inside. But . . . he also wondered if she was meeting someone here. No. Surely not! The thought was not enough to cease him from entering or even from just barging in. In fact, it gave him more reason to. Pushing the door open, he immediately glanced around the room to see if there was anyone else. It was only her. Closing the door behind him he then turned all attention on her, his expression clearly holding disapproval. "What are you doing here?!" He demanded, expecting answers from her. Should he soon find his brother, he would demand the same . . . perhaps even more harshly. |
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 2, 2021 22:38:43 GMT
Tag: authorflies Note: Better layout coming soon! Your post was PERFECT! Sass him up all you want El!! hahahh! Sooo very her!! I'm loving it!!!! i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU Anthony knew this would be no easy task. Especially considering it was Eloise. He knew how her . . . opinions differed. Her willingness to be presented to the ton a bit different than that of their previous sister. But alas, Anthony had a responsibility to fulfil so having this talk was important, so that he may understand her reasons for rejecting what he believed to be a perfectly well suited match. And her reasons at that, he supposed as valid as they were . . . still made him question her willingness. Letting out a heavy breath, he knew he would have to compromise here.
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"Very well," he stated, though his tone making it clear that his conversation was far from over. "But not because I concede that he had a strange smile," Anthony clarified. He supposed the other reasons were more . . . acceptable. He was slowly learning based on experience, that as difficult as this was, he wanted to see his sister happy. But as she commented on a duke or lord sweeping her away, he gave her a look, clearly not convinced that she was taking that seriously.
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"This may be a joke to you, Eloise," he said, his voice not loud or scolding but, holding the typical serious tone that he did when conversing about an important matter. "But this is about your future, and the future of our family." Because every marriage, had an impact on the Bridgerton name. "You reject this proposal, but I must know if this will be a pattern." It was difficult for Anthony to accept that any man was good enough for his dear sisters, but he also knew that with their sister having gotten married in her first season . . . there was a similar expectation for Eloise.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 2, 2021 22:13:24 GMT
Tag: lennie1 Note: Better layout coming soon! i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU Hyacinth's words meant a great deal to Anthony, whether she realized just how much or not. He knew that children tended to be brutally honest, demonstrating little restraint in their brutal honesty. Anthony had spent enough time with them to know. However, Hyacinth was different. Perhaps she would be the wisest of them all as she grew older and continued to thrive in this world. "I know you wouldn't," he told her a bit teasingly, though the appreciation was evident in his voice.
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He knew he had many . . . failures. His mother often reminded him of that, and ways that he should hold the title of Viscount through his actions. So to hear Hyacinth say such things, gave him hope that he was not in fact a disappointment to all of his siblings. Though, he would of course never voice such things. They were not meant for anyone's ears; only matters to be felt by Anthony's heart and thought in his mind. Anthony smiled with amusement as she assured him that she loved her brother even when he took her belongings.
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"You handle it well," he told her. They often of course stepped in to help resolve the conflict, but it was also quite typical . . . particularly with the close age difference. Anthony knew that he and Benedict also would get in conflicts when they were younger. A time that seemed like ages ago. "Come Hyacinth. It is late. I'll see you to bed and will stay with you until you are able to sleep." He wanted her to rest, not remain standing in his study that was hardly comfortable for her. "Would you like some warm milk?" He offered, willing to wake someone to get it for her despite the late hour.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 2, 2021 22:05:31 GMT
i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU Anthony listened as Lewis explained that he did not attend such events often. It made sense of course, based on Lewis's demeanor and general state. Though Anthony was not familiar with the potential intimidation one would face in the wake of such a situation . . . Anthony could imagine. Having been brought up in the social circle he was, he was expected to hold a certain air of confidence and composure. And even when mingling with those of higher rank -- Basset for instance -- well, Anthony found himself at ease based on the close friendship.
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"Who's company do you enjoy to keep?" He asked, wondering if he would have any other friends that may be present. Just so once he made introduction to Lewis's desired acquaintance, that Anthony could determine whether anyone else that Lewis was closely acquainted with would be present. That, and it would just be good to know who he felt comfortable around so that he need not spend the entire evening on his own. Anthony of course wanted the man to be at ease and enjoy himself.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 2, 2021 21:56:18 GMT
Tag: L Note: Better layout coming soon! it is my duty I AM PROTECTING YOU Daphne's words did not overly surprise him; they sounded similar to that of their's mother. But that did not mean he would offer apology for protected her. As the eldest son, he had a duty to his siblings. A responsibility. One that he took quite seriously . . . perhaps a little too seriously. "You do know the minds of men," he told her. His words did not hold a tone of insult, they were spoken nonchalantly; a nonjudgmental fact. She was innocent and presented to the ton without the knowledge of potential suitors that Anthony had.
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"I will not leave you with men who may seek to take advantage of you." Whether for her wealth, her innocence, beauty, or anything of the like. "You deserve no one but the best and I will ensure you have a perfectly good suitor. One worthy of your attention." And that, was precisely why he would accompany her. To weed out those who were unworthy. Those who would just waste time, had debt, were dishonorable . . . and the list went on and on. "It is best to have standards dear sister. High standards." And not allow just any man to come and claim her attention. No. Anthony certainly would not allow that.
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Post by Anthony Bridgerton on Apr 2, 2021 16:51:35 GMT
Tag: lennie2 Note: Better layout coming soon! i will ALWAYS PROTECT YOU The thought of someone causing a bigger scandal to be known to Lady Whistledown was . . . not an unlikely circumstance. The woman seemed to know everyone's business and had no qualms with exposing it. "Which, does not sound unreasonable considering all that occurs in the ton." Scandal after scandal. The only difference this season was that someone was actually documenting it in each article that came out . . . as oppose to it just being word of mouth and spread through rumors of the ton's lips. Upon her next question . . . Anthony gave a bit of a smile and slight shake of his head. "It is difficult to say," he answered honestly.
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"Though it would appear that the queen is displeased with some of her, reports." Whether it be fact, rumor or opinion. The thought of Lady Whistledown revealing herself without another exposing her was an interesting one. "Lady Whistledown seems emboldened due to the anonymity she possess. It grants her further power and permission to say as she pleases. It is interesting to consider her desire to reveal herself under her own terms, knowing all she has to answer to from many displeased families . . . including the queen herself." Truth was, it did not matter to Anthony so long as his family was left out of it.
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