jewel of england - Ralph/Laurie, 4.8k, 1948; House reunion
Fandom: The Charioteer
Rating: Explicit Warnings: None Summary:
“Me showing up there with you… You could just as well announce in the papers that we’re engaged to be married and be done with it. People may pretend to believe the story of two friends and veterans sharing a cottage here but the Old Boys won’t be fooled.” Laurie stared at Ralph, unflinching. His spine was steel. “Now you’re missing my point.” “Laurie, dear, that’s really very sweet,” Ralph said as he took Laurie’s hand; a flicker of anger passed through Laurie and he’d nearly snatched it away. “But think about it—these are some connections you could use. Someone could help you with your novel. If you bring me with you… You cannot think it is worth burning all these bridges?”
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Laurie goes to House reunion and holds Ralph's grudges for him.






















