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Pemberley Revisited. [Marni and The Lost Boy]

"Well, I can assure you - that I do mind the solitude." Matilda smiled, "So, keep conversing or I shall probably pass out."

There was every chance that the young Lady was exaggerating her discomfort, but it served a purpose. On a normal occasion, Tilly would have been happy to sit in silence and brood - but she was grateful for the distraction.

"And, do call me Matilda. There is no need for formality. As you know, I am not married or titled." The blonde sucked her cheeks in, clearly rather curious about something.

"Alice, my friend. She was dancing with one of your officers. What's his name? I know that she will repeat it to me constantly over the coming weeks, so I think it would make sense to get a headstart." And with a waggle of her eyebrows, the young Lady relaxed into the seat.

"Is he a terrible scoundrel?"

Pemberley Revisited. [Marni and The Lost Boy]

Matilda couldn't help but laugh when the Major suggested throwing her over his shoulder. The young woman shook her head in amusement and straightened herself. "It sounds like an entertaining exit, but should you drop me, I'll be in even more trouble than I currently find myself." A small smirk crossed her features as they made their way outside. The conversation brought back many happy memories of times in Bath. They'd spent a great deal of time in one anothers company, and Matilda had no complaint of it.

"You'd think that they could design a carriage that runs rather lower to the ground." She eyed the carriage thoughtfully for a moment or two. "But I am no engineer.." When Arthur climbed in and offered his hand, she took it with a mild amount of hesitation. Of course the hesitation was not directed at Arthur himself, but at the pain she was sure would follow.

With wrinkled nose, Matilda braced herself and stepped up, and relief washed over her as she finally took a seat. With cheeks puffed, she shook her head.

"Well, I am pleased that I am better company, but I doubt that very much at this current moment. I feel as though I am ninety years old."

Pemberley Revisited. [Marni and The Lost Boy]

"Tilly, are you happy to go with the Major?" George Farr was a rather modern man. He refused to order the women in his family from pillar to post, and preferred to ask for their opinion before making a decision. That said, he cluld still be rather strict when he wanted to be. Although Anna would complain that he wasn't quite strict enough.

"Yes, of course." Matilda nodded and stood, with Alice standing at her shoulder for support of she need it, but she actually felt comfortable enough to walk by herself, albeit slowly. Never one to take life too seriously, she turned to the Major. Truth be told, she found him rather handsome.

"You aren't in a hurry, are you?"

The blonde let a small, yet quite delightful smirk settle itself upon her features. [b]"But, I feel like I should warn you - Friday evenings aren't normally so exciting in the Village."

It was a warm Summer's evening, and the light was dusky as they reached the carriage. The young woman stopped to build up the clurage to climb in. But in the meantime, she turned to look at the Major.

"Are you sure that you don't mind leaving so early? I don't want to inconvenience you."

The Perfect Family [The Lost Boy x Marnimoo]

"Well, yeah. I can understand that.."

The blonde scratched the back of her neck and looked at her husband. He looked as though he had the weight of the world upon his shoulders. And even though she was still smarting, and there was no denying it - she didn't like to see him having a rough time. So, swallowing her pride, or what was left of it, Alix reached out and snaked her arm around his shoulders, and tugged him closer.

"You've been a real git, Josh."

She admitted, lightly. But Alix was Alix. She had to laugh about things, because if she didn't laugh, she'd cry. Or have a nervous breakdown. Either were a real possibility. The woman internalised like no other.

"Speaking of which, your children have been a nightmare this evening. Luca had a tantrum because I refused to let him take the Xbox apart to build something new." Her eyes opened wide in feigned horror. "But, I love you... Although, I probably should make you sweat a little longer."

And with a delightful smirk, she leaned as though she was about to kiss him - but tilted her head at the last moment to blow an obnoxiously loud raspberry right on his cheek.

Sucker..

Pemberley Revisited. [Marni and The Lost Boy]

"Can you feel it?"

"Yes Father, do stop flapping. It's just a twist."

"You're a Doctor now, are you, Tilly?"

The young woman giggled at her Father's teasing, before attempting to stand up again. George went to object, but it was needless. Matilda had worked out how to distribute her weight so that she could atleast hold her own. It wasn't what one might call comfortable, but it was bearable.

"I should track your Mother down, and then we can all leave. Have you any idea where she is?"

Matilda glanced around and shook her head, "No, but she wont thank you for disturbing her. She's most likely with Mrs Thompson." The pair were frightful gossips when they got together. They wound each other up the wrong way constantly. It was an infuriating spectacle to behold.

"Well Henry then. I shall find Henry.."

"Father, I am fine..I shall just stay until you're all ready to leave."

"You look frightfully pale for a person that claims themselves to be fine.."

The Perfect Family [The Lost Boy x Marnimoo]

"Mummy, where's my water?!! I want water.. Why haven't I got my water?!"

"I'm just coming Luca! Be patient.."

The afternoon had been spent at Alix's parents, house. The break was much needed, and it had given her enough of a break to gain a little perspective. Of course she was still angry. But Alix now felt like she could be in the same room as Josh without wanting to hit him over the head with something, and that was progress.

Luca and Soohie had been hyper all evening. They'd clearly been pumped full of sugar and E numbers by her parents, and it had be near on impossible to do anything with them. Thankfully, they were now in bed - but Luca was certainly pushing his boundaries. He'd already shouted and stomped his way through the whole house, hidden snacks in his pillow case and was now demanding water at the top of his lungs.

Have children. That's what everybody said. It was such a lovely, wholesome experience.. And yes, it was lovely, and she did absolutely adore Luca and Sophie - but they were an absolute pain at times. But, after taking Luca his water, Alix threw on her pyjamas and settled herself on the couch, just in time to hear Josh walk in the door.

Just keep calm.. That's all you have to do..

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Pemberley Revisited. [Marni and The Lost Boy]

The dance had drawn to a close, and Henry had sleuthed off. With his Mother no longer on the prowl, the young male was free to mingle without fear of embarassment. Matilda could only assume that he had found a game of cards to participate in, but thankfully she hadn't been left high and dry - Alice had once again rejoined her. And she was buzzing with excitement.

"Did you see who asked me to dance?"

"No, I was with Henry.."

Matilda quirked a brow in mild curiosity as her friend continued, "He has the blueist eyes that I have ever seen, Tilly."

Oh, here we go..

Alice had quite the talent for falling in love at the drop of a hat. The slightest interest, and she became unfathomably giddy. It was actually rather amusing, truth be told. But Matilda listened on and feigned an interest. Some poor Officer would find himself with quite the attachment for the rest of his stay.

Meanwhile, just behind the two girls - a couple of men were growing rather boisterous. The pair were clearly in the midst of a very animated debate, and after a glass or two of wine, they were becoming quite the nuisance. The heavier set of the two reached out and gave his slender companion a hearty shove. The male stumbled in quite an uncoordinated fashion, before knocking back into Matilda.

Now Tilly hadn't been aware of what was transpiring just a little way off, and had suddenly found herself knocked sideways. Had she been stood in a more balenced way, she probably would have stood up to the impact rather well. But alas, she was about to step and landed with an awkwardly twisted ankle. A flinch crossed her features, and Alice leaned forwards to steady her friend with a look of disdain.

"What a pair of oafs.." She cursed as she glared at the two causing the scene, "Is your ankle twisted, Tilly?"

"No, no. It's fine." The blonde smiled reassuringly and put her foot flat on the floor. A mildly anguished gasp escaped her soon after, "Well, perhaps a little, Alice."

The Perfect Family [The Lost Boy x Marnimoo]

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