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Chapter 4.

Special thanks to my beta @sassenachbydesign for all she does.

"Where are you taking me?” Brianna laughed, tugging at Roger's hands that covered her eyes. She twisted, hoping to dislodge him and jumped when she felt his teeth nip at her ear.

“Shhh. I don't want ye to spoil the surprise early.” She shivered at the feel of his breath, warm against her neck, and the solid heat of him as he pressed her back against his chest.

“Besides, I haven't been able to see ye all day.” He said, placing a kiss under her ear. “we've both been so busy, planning this wedding, I thought it would be nice for just to just have a moment to ourselves. I feel like I've hardly seen you since we made it here.”

“I know. Between the guests and helping Mama, I feel like I haven't sat down all day except..”

“Except what?” Roger said softly, as he dropped his chin to rest on her shoulder.

“It's nothing. Honestly.” Brianna replied as her features smoothed back into the mask she wore when she wanted to hide. Roger had seen the shift in her expression countless times already, and he knew that whatever it was would have to wait. She wouldn't speak of it just yet.

“Bree. I know this wedding thing has been crazy, and that neither of us much cared how large the event was going to be..”

“Roger, it's okay.” She turned suddenly in his arms, her hands rising to cup his jaw between them. The bright, gem-like shade of his eyes met her own vivid blue, and she felt herself relax, just slightly.

“I'm just exhausted. It has been a long few weeks. But we're finally here. We are getting married in two days, and I can't wait to call you my husband.” Brianna smiled, leaning in to brush her lips against his. She felt his arms wrap snugly around her, pulling her closer as the heat of his breath met hers.

They held each other that way for what felt like hours, sharing in each other. Gentle kisses, seeking warmth in each other from the cool air. There was no music. They moved together, swaying with the breeze that rolled in from the waves below. Moving in time to a song only they could hear, the steady thrum of his heartbeat did wonders to soothe her nervous energy. Burrowing her face deeper into the warmth of his chest, she felt herself relax.

Strong arms pulled her tighter, one large hand running down the center of her back as a peace settled over them while their heartbeats found their rhythm.

“Hush now. I'm here.”

“You know I love you, don't you?” She laughed, her voice slightly muffled.

His lips lifted into a grin. “You better.”

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 “...JAMIE??”

Claire stood there, dumbstruck, her eyes wide, “What the BLOODY HELL are you doing here?”

The sharpness of her tone sliced through him. He felt so exposed, standing bare under her gaze as though she could see all his secrets.

“I dinna mean to startle ye, Claire. He spoke softly, though his words came quick. “ I was just taking a walk around, ye ken? I only happened to see ye as I was on my way back to where I'm staying is all.”

He spoke to her as if she was one of his prized mares. Wild and fierce her eyes blazed as she stared him down, the ocean breeze catching in the dark drown tangles of her hair. Her cheeks were red, the flush rising along her neck. She was still the most beautiful creature he had ever seen.

Claire, snorted, tipping her chin high to meet his gaze. Her shoulders were tense, preparing herself for battle.

“Yes.” She hissed. “But you didn't answer my question...WHY are you here.”

“For the wedding..” He said immediately, watching in mild amusement as her entire demeanor changed. Clearly Brianna had not spoken to her yet. He frowned, taking a small step towards her. “I thought the lass would have..”

“The lass..? You mean Bree? How do you...! I never told you about Bree.”

“There's a lot of things not said between us, Sassenach. It's been 20 years since we last met.”

“I know how long it's been, you..you Bloody Scot!” Claire huffed, skirting around him. “I just didn't think.. .” she took a deep breath, trying to steady her racing heart. “I just never thought I'd see you again.”

The pain reflected in her eyes felt like a bolt to his heart. He reached out towards her, one large hand hovering over her shoulder.

“Claire, I..”

Before he could finish, a bell rang out through the air with a sharp note, interrupting him.

“Not right now.” Claire whispered, blinking fiercely. “I… I have to go.”

Then, she fled, trying desperately to keep the sudden rush of feelings and tears at bay.

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“Supper will be at 7:30. I'll leave to you freshen up.”

“Thank you.”

The maid smiled, giving him a quick bob of her head. “No trouble at all sir. “Ms. Claire said I was to make sure all your needs were seen to.”

“Again, I thank you. “

With one last nod, the maid disappeared, leaving him alone. Turning, he surveyed the room, noting the open french doors, leading to a private terrace. Stepping further inside, he dropped his suitcase at the foot of the large bed, removing his shoes near the door of the room. Dinner, was at least an hour off still, plenty of time for him to change, and maybe find his host before hand.

He wondered how Claire had been since he last saw her. It had been several years, though they had kept in touch. They had a lot of catching up to do, and he couldn't wait to tell he about the new project he had been overseeing. With luck, he might could convince her to return to London, but only time would tell.

But first, he needed to shower, and have a shave.

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Head-canons:

MC gets catcalled in public Stolen Kisses Sickness

Kissing Tropes I

Kissing Tropes II

Fluffy Ieyasu HC

Lords holding their children for the first time (Mitsuhide, Saizo, Kojuro, Ieyasu, Saizo, Masamune)

Lords holding their kids for the first time part II

Lords and MC cooking together.

Kojuro x MC Smut HC

MC death by childbirth HC

Angsty Ieyasu HC

Hotaru Kirigakure HC

Fuma Kotaro HC

Jealous Lords HC

Fuma Kotaro Smut HC

Fics:

What happens at a feast (Yukimura x MC)

How you make me feel (Yukimura x MC SMUT)

Cherry Blossoms in Bloom (Saizo x MC SMUT)

Birthday Gifts (Ieyasu x MC SMUT)

Unexpected (Ieyasu/MC) (tw, pregnancy)

Our Loss (Ieyasu x MC) (tw, pregnancy, miscarriage)

Finally Snapping (Ieyasu/ MC)

The Dragon’s Claw (Kojuro x MC)

The Worst (Mitsunari x MC)

MC teases Mitsun

Keeping Warm (Mitsunari x MC SMUT)

Thoughts (Nobunaga/MC)

Hot (Nobunaga/ MC)

Fire (Nobunaga/ MC)

Watching (Nobunaga/ MC)

A Day Out (Fuma Kotaro/MC)

COLLEGE (Modern) AU:

Which Lords Prefer Pineapple Pizza HC

College AU Lords Headcanon

Kenshin, Shingen headcanon

Date Shigezane Headcanon (continued)

Sanada Nobuyuki Headcanon

Kotaro and Hotaru HC

Inuchiyo College HC

I’ve made a Mistake (Ch 1) Ieyasu x MC

I’ve Made a Mistake (Ch 2)

https://sengokugenkigirl.tumblr.com/post/157815071845/ive-made-a-mistake-ch2

I’ve Made a Mistake (Ch 3)

I’ve Made a Mistake (Ch 4)

Important Lessons (Saizo x MC Smut)

Important Lessons (Ch 2)

Important Lessons (Ch. 3)

Important Lessons (Ch. 4)

Important Lessons (Ch. 5)

Gift Giving (Saizo x MC)

Saizo’s Winter HCs

Faking It (Nobunaga/MC SMUT)

Messy (Kojuro/MC)