Becoming His by J L Pearl

Author:J L Pearl [Pearl, J L]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2019-09-18T04:00:00+00:00

TO BE CONTINUED…

Taken by Mr. Darcy

a steamy Pride & Prejudice variation

by JL Pearl

Becoming His, Part 5

Copyright 2019 JL Pearl, all rights reserved.

This scene is a work of original fiction using characters from Jane Austen’s beloved novel, Pride & Prejudice. This story is very steamy, and should be enjoyed responsibly by readers of a certain age.

1.

October 29, 1796

Paris

My Dear Agatha,

I beg your forgiveness for the tardiness of this letter. I know it has been far too long since my last, and I regret this deeply, as missives from your own hand are oftentimes my only source of calm and clarity when I am away. My work has kept me busy. Indeed, matters have continued to escalate at an alarming rate, and I fear I must soon quit France altogether, or risk the possibility that I will be trapped in a burning house. She is coming down all around herself.

When last you wrote, you inquired after certain details on my current assignment. Regretfully, I am not at liberty to share these through the post; the risk of leaking sensitive information to unwanted parties is simply too great. But to your concerns I would only say this, and trust you will understand and forgive me for being opaque: he is not, and I am not, and yes, it may yet be.

Have you, my dear, ever dreamed you were being chased by a shade, or a man of shadow? You run through the winding streets, the blanket of night obscuring the way, your footfalls heavy against the cobblestone, traitors, sending a signal with every step. He pursues no matter the distance, no matter how clever and cautious you become, and he gains ground, bit by bit, until finally you feel his very breath hot on the back of your neck, urgent with the promise of death.

I am that death, and the hour of my conquest is near. My prey feels the noose begin to tighten around his recalcitrant neck, and he panics. He grows sloppy. He leaves a trail, and fails to obfuscate his identity. Soon, my love, the chase will end, and I will stand the victor. Then all of my words will come back to the ears of my detractors and they will beg my forgiveness. They will elevate me above all others, and I will be lauded a hero.

But patience, dearest Agatha. The day approaches, but is not here yet. How I long for its arrival! How much I miss you, and wish to return to your side. Your presence brings me life; your absence, a void.

I remain yours most truthfully and faithfully. Be mine as well. Do write again; your words are a healing benison. Only I must ask you be more cautious in your next letter and hint at fewer specificities. I skate on thin ice at present.

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