New Bridgerton Fanfiction: Poor Puzzled Moon
Chapter 5: The Sky is Falling
“Why were you at the base today?”
The urge to cry suddenly overwhelms her. She pulls back slightly to look at him, knowing he's probably already figured out that there's really only one reason that she would be there.
“Pen.” His eyes widen in understanding.
“Please try not to be mad.” She lays a hand on his cheek.
“Pen…” His voice cracks, their foreheads falling together as his eyes screw shut.
“Can you say something other than my name?” She asks pathetically, dragging her hand down to his neck.
Guilt threatens to stop her heart when she sees how scared he looks. She sighs, biting her lip before finally admitting it.
“I enlisted in the service. As a military nurse.”
Trigger Warnings: Vague descriptions of injuries and medical care. Descriptions of war and bombings.
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