#dormant a bridgerton and sons fic

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WIP/Dormant fic projects list

Because I saw an ask game on @kat-anni's blog that essentially went 'list your WIPs and let people ask you questions about them' and I figured at the very least sharing this list here would give you an idea of our situation here. I've omitted some of my projects because they're more dormant and may be relegated to the abandoned project folder soon/they're projects series I only work on when a prompt makes me think of it.

Anyway, blue titles are for fics that I'm most likely to work on this year, either because they already have one complete draft (and therefore will be easier to finish) or because they fit my current obsession.

[Long fic] Ted Lasso: Bridgerton fusion

[Long fic] The Old Guard: Together, in the same direction

[OS] Band of Brothers: Joe’s first time bottoming

[OS] Good Omens: Aziraphale kidnaps Jesus

[Series] Band of Brothers: Driver!Joe verse

[OS] Babe and Bill bring the sex chair on vacation

[OS] David comes out as trans

[OS] David helps Don (Malarkey) move from Astoria to Frisco

[Series] Saint Seiya: Times Between Us

[OS] Deathmask grows a garden

[OS] Shaka’s POV before and after the pumpkin incident in The Green Teacup

[Series] Ted Lasso: Moving towards better

[OS] Bouquet Final (Aka: Jamie proposes at the world cup)

[Series] The Mortal Instruments: Immortal Instruments

[OS] The city of bones

[OS] Talking to Magnus after his party

[Series] The Witcher: Papa Mousesack

[OS] Winter – In which Mousesack finds Jaskier sleeping on his doorstep and offers him a temporary place to stay.

[OS] Spring – In which Mousesack slowly comes to realize and accept that Jaskier is not moving out any time soon

[OS] Summer – In which Mousesack and Jaskier settle into the fact that they’ve adopted each other as family

[OS] Autumn – In which Mousesack and Jaskier start thinking about their future together as father and son

[OS] Winter – In which Mousesack turns 50.

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Does Kate still keep Anthony’s blue handkerchief? Would Anthony one day find it by accident and be even more convinced they are fated to find each other? Would he ask Kate about it? So many questions!!!

In all seriousness thank you for creating this wonderful universe and dropping morsels of delight!

Hello! 

I take great delight in the creation of this universe, and in pestering you all relentlessly until you give in a read my work

Ahhh that pesky handkerchief, it truly caused quite a flutter for poor Kate who spent the day after her wedding desperately trying to remember where it might be. 

In the end, unfortunately she had to accept that that handkerchief was lost forever, and turned to her mother in law for help, who burst into tears when Kate quietly told her the story, but Kate returned home several hours later with a tiny replica of the the handkerchief tucked into her handbag, waiting for the right time to bring it up.

It turned out she couldn’t wait. She walked through the front door, calling out Anthony? waiting for his response In the study floating down the hall seconds later. Kate bit her lip, leaving her keys on the side table and retrieving the handkerchief from her purse, biting her lips softly, she opened the door to the study quietly, Anthony already looking up expectantly, tapping his pen against the desk. How was Mary? he said smiling Kate shook her head I didn’t see Mary, I went to your Mum’s. Anthony’s eyes widened in confusion, clearly wondering why she would lie about where she was going. Kate smiled softly and gently laid the Handkerchief over his book. he stares down at it for a second, uncomprehendingly, and Kate stays silent hoping that he remembered. And then his head shot up, his eyes meeting hers searching, his eyes glistening and when he said Katie in such a breathless voice she knew that he remembered.

As soon as he’d seen the blue handkerchief Kate had laid down in from of him something in the back of his mind had started tugging away at him. And still he can’t quite place it, he’s seen these handkerchiefs before, his mother had embroidered dozen of them for him some years ago, and he’d carried them everywhere until slowly they’d become a little threadbare, gotten lost in the wash, and one he’d given away to a young woman who’d looked absolutely devastated sitting on the steps in front of an office building tears streaming down her face, her chest heaving with sobs and Anthony’s heart had just about broken in two, as her dark curly hair had fallen over her face and ... he remembered, His eyes shot upwards meeting hers, a tiny smile on her face, he stood up wrapping his arms tightly around his new wife his heart beating in time with hers, the sign he was always meant to find her clutched in his hand as his lips found hers.       

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Dormant

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Dormant was a roller coaster of emotions and absolutely amazing. I was right when I quoted Michael Scott. From Kate dealing with her grief alone to her able to show her vulnerable side to Anthony, the entire thing was quite emotional to read. Your asks are either going to capitalise on this angst-fest or be littered with fluff requests because we need to heal.

On that note, did a certain blue handkerchief ever make an appearance again?

Okay! You guys got me! Dormant is... A LOT, I know and I really am Sorry for putting y'all through it. Poor Kate just really needed some time to grieve I felt. And I also really wanted to show that just because someone seems to cope well with something, we might still need to check in with them. So a few of you had questions about our handsome stranger and his lovely little embroidered handkerchief so I thought I'd make it this weeks outtake if that's cool? (I'm sorry there's no cut I'm away for the weekend so not on desktop!)

Anon said: Omg I have to know what happens with the handkerchief!!

@hallownight89 : I’m guessing that our dear Anthony was the one who have Kate the handkerchief... Tulips 🥰does Kate ever find out it was him and how do they react when they realise they crossed paths earlier?

Kate had seen Violet Bridgerton across the dance floor, watching everyone, a content little smile on her face for sometime before she made her way over. Excusing herself from Lucy and Gregory and picking lightly through the crowd, smiling as people offered their congratulations. Violet looked up when she saw Kate approaching, her smile broadened into something truly overjoyed.

"Violet, you should be dancing! What are you doing over here by yourself?" Kate said, settling herself into the chair next to her mother in law. Violet tutted.

"I'm a little too old for that I'm afraid. Where is that son of mine though? Don't tell me he's abandoned you already." Kate laughed

" He absolutely insisted on dancing with Mary,” Kate said, gesturing to Anthony who was surreally spinning her step mother around the dance floor dramatically, a bright smile on his handsome face as Mary laughed. “She fought him very little at the prospect.” Kate said humming happily. Violet laughed

“He is a good boy most of the time.”

“I’m rather fond of him most of the time.” Kate said softly, glancing down at the new ring in her left hand. When she looked up again Violet was smiling a little tears eyed.

“You really are an absolutely beautiful bride Kate.l Violet said, cutting across Kate as she tried to brush the compliment off even as a blush rose to her cheeks, “And you have made Anthony so happy already but every time I see him these days he seems even happier than the day before. He spent so much time looking after all of us when his father died I wondered if he’d ever find time for himself.” Kate felt a warm feeling spread through her chest as Violet cupped her cheek. “And don’t think I didn’t notice what you did for Benedict earlier as well!” She finished sharply, as Kate laughed again.

“Well Violet, someone had to do something to get Ben to stop badgering us all about Sophie.” Violet laughed again. And comfortable silence settled for a second before Violet took a deep breath.

“Edmund would be so proud of Anthony, and my god he would have loved you. Probably would have forced Anthony down on one knee long before he did it himself.” Violet whispered conspiratorially, tears in her eyes at the thought. Kate smiled again, she knew Anthony was feeling the loss of his father today despite the happiness, knew it because she was feeling the same for herself. Violet made a tutting noise, shaking her head slightly and pulling out a purple handkerchief, dabbing at her eyes.

“Goodness I’m like a tap today.” Violet said, folding the handkerchief and Kate caught sight of some very delicate embroidery on one corner, a tiny little Violet. There was Something oddly familiar about it though Kate couldn’t quite place it. Violet seemed to follow her line of vision.

“I used to embroider handkerchiefs all the time. Everyone had their own flower. I should do you some to match Anthony’s tulips.” Violet said thoughtfully. And then Kate remembered, a handsome stranger with kind eyes who’d sat beside her on some steps years ago. And she said, choking back tears of her own now.

“I would love that, Violet.”

[newtonsheffield]

Heyyyy!!

I don’t know if you’d recognize me but it’s Nona from AO3

I haven’t commented on your fics in a while but trust me I love for your fics just as much right now as I was before

Your content is amazing and it gives me life so thank you so much!

I don’t know when you’ll get this cause I know you have quite the fan following these days but I really wanted to see something and of course you don’t have to write it if you don’t want to but it’ll truly make my day if you would

And again, I know you included this in the Kate grieving her father fic (I can’t remember the name sorry lol) but

I am such a sucker for comforting Anthony and my favorite part in the book is when he helps Kate through her panic attack for the first time

I was wondering if you could do something along the same lines in your Bridgerton and Sons AU but after they’ve started dating. Something like Kate having a panic attack for the first time and Anthony freaking the hell out but then helping her through it. Aww my heart!!

Oh and before I forget, I think this should tell you how much I appreciate you! I didn’t have a tumblr account and I don’t follow anyone else. I created one just to follow you and I only actually follow you! So once again, thank you so much!

Ummmmmm OF COURSE I remember you! 

I may sound insane when I say this but I remember probably each and every one of you and when someone new likes one of my posts I’m like “You’re new here. I’m so sorry.” “Quite the fan following” My goodness! This made me chuckle! The thought of me having any kind of following is a little absurd to me tbh  😂 I took a birthday portrait for my cat yesterday, y’all. I’m. Yep. Just. Okay.  But also, you created a tumblr just for this content???  My god, that is so incredibly flattering and I hope it lives up to your expectations!

Okay! So! in my mind, the first time Anthony saw Kate have a panic attack (Which fortunately happen quite infrequently for her now) was that time in Dormant on the Anniversary of her Father’s death. So I’m instead going to tell you about the next time she has one. And, against all of her instincts, against every part of her telling her to run away and hide, She does what Anthony says. She finds Him. 

“Anthony, Honey are you sure that you-” His mother’s voice was cut off by the ringing of his phone. He glanced down at it, a little apologetically the name Kate Sheffield (Sex Goddess)  flashing across the screen.  “Sorry, Mum. It’s Kate. I’ll just be a second.” He said, his mother giving him an indulgent smile as he moved into the hallway, one of his own creeping onto his face as he answered. 

And he immediately knew something was wrong. He could hear deep breathing on the end of the phone, gasping for air, his fiancée’s voice choking out before he could start 

“Anthony, umm...” a pause and a deep breath “It’s Kate.” And his heart was in his throat his mind racing already  “Kate, honey. Is everything okay? Are Mary and Edwina okay?” He said, panic creeping into his own voice a little. He could hear her breath shuddering as she struggled the words from her chest.  “They’re... not here... You... Umm.. You told me to find you if this happened. and I know you’re helping your mum but Do you think-” She stuttered out and Anthony’s heart started racing. Kate was alone, having a panic attack. They’d spoken gently after the forst time it had happened, month’s ago now Mary and Edwina don’t know do they? He’d said gently and she’d shaken her head a little embarrassed Not anymore. And before she could even get the question out he was saying gently into the phone  “Are you at home?” She made a soft affirmative noise and his heart stuttered at how weak it sounded “Okay, just stay on the phone, I’m coming home.” Kate’s breath shuddered. 

“Mum.” Anthony said, forcing himself to remain calm as he ducked his head back into the living room “I’m gonna have to head out, Kate needs me at home.” His mother looked up, a little startled  “Is everything alright?” She said gently, her brow furrowing. Anthony forced himself to roll his eyes “Newton’s gotten himself into a sticky situation. He’ll be alright.” Violet chuckled lightly and said  “Say Hello to Kate for me, you really are so lucky, Anthony.” Anthony smiled at the truth of it and then he was gone. As soon as he was in the hall he was back on the phone, walking as quickly as he could, and when the front door closed behind him he was running down the street to his parked car. 

“Are you still there?” He said, keeping his voice soft, calm. Much calmer than the panic clawing at his chest as he reached the car. Kate took a deep breath though he could hear a soft sob coming from her and his heart broke.  “Yeah.” She said eventually as Anthony pulled into traffic.  “Why don’t you get Newton? He can keep you company until I get there. I’m coming, Kate. I’m on my way.” He whispered as the phone connected with the car’s system. He heard a shuffling, and then a whining noise and ridiculously Anthony’s panic calmed just slightly at the thought of Kate’s pudgy little dog at her side.  “I’ll be there in five minutes.”  “I’ll be there in four minutes.”  “I’ll be there in 2 minutes.”  “I’m right outside Honey, where are you?” Anthony counted down, listening to her stuttered breathing whispering soothing nothing’s as he drove weaving in and out of traffic as best he could.  “In the bedroom” She whispered just as he was parking the car. And then he was running, his heart thundering as he wrenched the door open, running up the stairs as fast as he could, bursting through the bedroom door, and the sight nearly stopped his heart. 

Kate was huddled at the foot if their bed, her arm wrapped around her middle, tears running down her face as sobs wracked her body, her breaths coming in harsh gulps. Anthony was practically panting as he moved gently towards her, Newton huddled in her lap, his nose pressed against her neck growled slightly as Anthony settled next to her.  “it’s okay, buddy. I’ve got her now.” He said gently as he wrapped his arms around her tightly. “I’m right here Kate, deep breaths...perfect.” He said gently has she gulped air into her system  “I love you, so much.” He said repeating it over and over as her breathing evened out, he felt her body relax into his and finally, her tiny voice “You shouldn’t marry me.” And his heart stopped again. “I’m a mess.”   Anthony forced himself to cluck his tongue  “Mmm but who else could put up with me?” He said, and he felt a choked laugh fight its way free from her chest, a little noise of disbelief.  “That’s probably true. I guess I’ll have to do it.” 

Anthony hummed again “Thank God.” they sat in silence for several seconds, Newton shifting to settle his head on Anthony’s lap. “I really am sorry you know.” Kate said “I don’t know what happened, I don’t know what’s wrong with me.” and she couldn’t look him in the eyes, they were fixed on her hand, on the engagement ring there, her eyes burning into it. Anthony cupped her cheek forcing her to look in his eyes, to feel what he was saying “There is absolutely nothing wrong with you. And that is my completely unbiased opinion as your future husband.” She let out an odd, huffing laugh again, her eyes lighting up for just a moment “We all need help or support sometimes, Kate. And I can’t wait to support you for the rest of my life.” He finished, brushing his lips lightly against hers, his heart clenching as she sighed against them  “Careful, Mr Bridgerton, sounds like you’re calling me a gold-digger.” She said when she pulled back, a tiny smirk forming on her lips. Anthony forced his face into a surprised expression  “Aren’t you?! God, that is good news!” The sound of her laughter rang out through the room, and it was the best music he’d ever heard.  

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Chapters: 1/1 Fandom: Bridgerton Series - Julia Quinn, Bridgerton (TV) Rating: Teen And Up Audiences Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Relationships: Anthony Bridgerton/Kate Sheffield, Anthony Bridgerton/Kate Sharma Characters: Kate Sheffield, Anthony Bridgerton, Mary Sheffield, Edwina Sheffield, baby Newton Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Modern Setting, Grief/Mourning, Hurt/Comfort, possible trigger warning, Panic Attacks, Angst Series: Part 10 of Bridgerton and Sons Summary:

“Katie, I’m so sorry, It’s Dad.” And Kate felt tears well up in her eyes again, anxiety clawing at her chest. The ugly, terrible emotion that had plagued her mid-teen years returning like long lost friend, welcoming her back into its arms

OR

Thomas Sheffield leaves a hole in his daughter's life that she doesn't know how to fill

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Kate Sheffield has spent eight years hiding her grief from other people, Until Anthony Bridgerton won't let her anymore

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Ahhh Kate, so young, so naive.

Dormant: A Bridgerton and Sons fic is coming tomorrow morning AEST!

[newtonsheffield]

Dormant: A Bridgerton and Sons fic is coming this Friday!

Fair warning, this one's gonna get deep Teenage Edwina, a Black dress, a handsome stranger offering a handkerchief, a baby corgi, and more than a few tears!

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Guess who's coming to Bridgerton and Sons this week?!

Dormant: A Bridgerton and Sons Fic is coming this week. And it's bringing BB Newton with it!

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Just read the teaser to Dormant.

To quote Michael Scott, "I am ready to get hurt again"

I’ll be honest, I have had tears in my eyes, a few times writing this week’s chapter. Poor Kate just feels very very alone in her grief, as she sits in the stairwell of a hospital trying to stitch herself back together at the seams. 

But don’t worry! Someone’s coming that’ll see right through her pushing him away! 

He’s 6ft has brown hair, and answers to Anthony. If lost pls return to Kate Sheffield!