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Till A' the Seas Gang Dry by Squibstress reviews
In this follow-up to Epithalamium, Minerva and Albus venture into the Muggle world to enjoy a romantic winter interlude in Venice. Join them as they board the Orient Express, enjoy some good food, fine art, and, of course, a bit of romance. Story #2 in the Epithalamium Series.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 32,260 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 6/11 - Published: 3/3/2013 - [Albus D., Minerva M.]
Cornering A Killer by Edward Carson reviews
Who killed Mr. Green? Concerned for Anna's welfare and exasperated by Scotland Yard, Mrs. Hughes decides to make her own inquiries. This is set sometime in Season 6 and assumes there has been at least one wedding at Downton Abbey. Parallel to the pursuit of the killer, a little Mr. and Mrs. Carson romance unfolds as well. NO SPOILERS.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 87,209 - Reviews: 188 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 60 - Updated: 5/24 - Published: 8/17/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Thomas
Come Back To Me Again by meetmeinstlouie reviews
Chelsie, Modern AU. Their paths crossed once in a hot August, forty years ago. He made a promise, and did not keep it. She has a secret, and has kept it. When their paths cross again, will they be able to get past the years separating them, or is it too much to overcome?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst/Family - Chapters: 15 - Words: 132,016 - Reviews: 287 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 50 - Updated: 4/26 - Published: 10/30/2017 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
selfice by kouw reviews
Elsie is so anxious, but Charles calms her down in the same way he has done for the past two decades - Downton Radio universe oneshot
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,400 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 1 - Published: 3/27 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
A Brave New World by LisaDouglas reviews
Because no one ever knows where the future of Downton really lies. Cobert's son falls in love with Chelsie's daughter and ignites a class war at the estate. Set at various times from 1896-1945. Mostly Chelsie.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 54 - Words: 209,001 - Reviews: 377 - Favs: 68 - Follows: 96 - Updated: 3/25 - Published: 5/26/2015 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] [Robert C., Cora C.]
Lessons in Love by dixiedreaming reviews
After returning from her honeymoon, Scarlett overhears a conversation which challenges her preconceptions and makes her wonder whether she hasn't been missing out on something all along. What impact will these unfolding revelations have on her life and how will they affect her relationship with a certain Captain Butler? (Don't worry, you're not hallucinating - I finally updated!)
Gone with the Wind - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 28 - Words: 108,213 - Reviews: 554 - Favs: 186 - Follows: 259 - Updated: 1/14 - Published: 4/14/2016
How Winter Came To Be by meetmeinstlouie reviews
A lonely shepherd, a strange woman, a proud youth and his gentle sister. Love. Loss. Heaven and earth. Gods and mortals, and what happens when they collide. The story about an encounter near a small village proves that there are lasting consequences for both mortals and the divine alike. "...no family is ever what it seems from the outside."
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Romance - Chapters: 89 - Words: 453,188 - Reviews: 592 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 41 - Updated: 1/12 - Published: 1/6/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, OC
A Blessing by GeordieLass reviews
A Chelsie fic set during Series 4, although the story will detour from canon. Mrs Hughes receives an unexpected blessing. Will it help to bring the Housekeeper and Butler closer together? Certainly, their lives will never be the same again. Hope you enjoy x
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 65 - Words: 121,221 - Reviews: 1840 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 96 - Updated: 1/11 - Published: 4/12/2017 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Charlie - Complete
All The Difference by meetmeinstlouie reviews
A moment between husband and wife in the kitchen downstairs, and speculation about what happens after. He wonders if she is upset with him, but her response, a kiss, and an endearing nickname reassure him otherwise. UPDATE: Originally a one-shot, now an intermittent continuing story.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 11 - Words: 20,546 - Reviews: 180 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 33 - Updated: 1/1 - Published: 12/12/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
New Year's Eve by RhondaStar reviews
A modern Chelsie AU. Charles runs a high-class domestic service company; he is smart, successful and single. He reluctantly attends his friend Robert's New Year's Eve party, but things look up when he bumps into property developer Elsie Hughes on the doorstep...
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 52 - Words: 434,177 - Reviews: 1399 - Favs: 90 - Follows: 106 - Updated: 12/31/2019 - Published: 1/1/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Go Your Own Way by LisaDouglas reviews
Carson never considered Mrs. Hughes a woman with no standards…
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 37,092 - Reviews: 212 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 60 - Updated: 10/22/2019 - Published: 1/5/2016 - E. Hughes, C. Carson
The Seamstress And The Woodsman by meetmeinstlouie reviews
She is a Scottish seamstress, come to Downton late in life to live quietly alone. He left Downton only once in his youth, and returned to live in the woods on the edge of the estate. Both are outcasts, but will they find common ground?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 16,842 - Reviews: 83 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 25 - Updated: 10/21/2019 - Published: 10/1/2019 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Together, alone by gaygirlwinnifred reviews
Chelsie fanfiction. After they marry, but before they've consummated it. Lots of smut but lovingly so.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 121 - Words: 92,921 - Reviews: 205 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 43 - Updated: 10/19/2019 - Published: 12/6/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Miss Sybbie's question by Onesimus42 reviews
The children of Downton seek out the wisest members of staff to find answers to the burning question of life.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,451 - Reviews: 63 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 8/8/2019 - Published: 7/13/2014 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Sybbie B., George C. - Complete
Dear Prudence by Lovisa Cansino reviews
"But maybe it had been a sign from God. A sign to get the hell out of there, and fast." As Elsie Hughes contemplates the difficult situation she is in, she meets Charles Carson, who might just end up complicating things even more.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 6 - Words: 13,565 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 32 - Updated: 3/10/2019 - Published: 2/18/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore
Expectations by TooOftenObsessed reviews
Following the events of the S5 Christmas Special. Mrs. Hughes fears that Mr. Carson may have the wrong idea about what their new arrangement means. Will go to M in later chapters. Carson/Hughes
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 8,485 - Reviews: 81 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 67 - Updated: 3/1/2019 - Published: 12/28/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Third Time's a Charm by Carole Jackson reviews
Always a bridesmaid, never a bride. Even though she is the eldest of four daughters, Hyacinth is the last to marry, and then...she meets Richard Bucket...
Keeping Up Appearances - Rated: K - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 725 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 2 - Published: 1/30/2019 - Hyacinth B., Richard B. - Complete
Stay with Me by CrawleyHouse reviews
"Stay with me?" It was not love between them. At least, not anymore. It was something that had grown much older, a little wiser and far more comfortable than love. It came from the mutual respect and experiences they'd shared. The whispered secrets they had told each other in an abandoned classroom long ago. But then, perhaps it was love after all. Just in an altered form.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 18 - Words: 36,068 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 48 - Updated: 1/23/2019 - Published: 2/1/2016 - Albus D., Minerva M.
A Word Between Gentlemen by sj372419 reviews
What if Rhett comes back to see Ashley pursuing Scarlett, and he decided to a a gentlmenly discussion with the wooden headed Mr Wilkes.
Gone with the Wind - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 31 - Words: 85,904 - Reviews: 149 - Favs: 83 - Follows: 142 - Updated: 1/3/2019 - Published: 9/26/2015 - Scarlett O., Rhett B., Ashley W.
Downton Academy: A Sequel by chelsie fan reviews
Follow-up to Downton Academy. Modern AU. Charles Carson and Elsie Hughes are the newly engaged headmaster and headmistress of Downton Academy, a private school founded and owned by Robert Crawley. Now that our favorite characters have finally gotten together, what's in store? Engagement, wedding, honeymoon, and beyond!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 18 - Words: 51,285 - Reviews: 375 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 12/29/2018 - Published: 3/2/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
A Bad Review by Chelsie Dagger reviews
Modern AU version of 'cooking fiasco'. This is the result of a bet between myself and ChelsieFan. Disclaimer: I do not own any part of the Downton franchise...sadly.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 24 - Words: 62,738 - Reviews: 279 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 45 - Updated: 12/6/2018 - Published: 10/3/2016 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson]
Heart of Mine by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
After going through a bitter divorce, the last thing John Bates is looking for is love. Upon arriving back in Downton to work with his old friend, Robert Crawley, John meets and falls for a lovely waitress named, Anna Smith. Anna is a single mother trying to escape and forget a troubled past. Will the two finally find the happy ending they are both searching for?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 32 - Words: 216,677 - Reviews: 447 - Favs: 94 - Follows: 176 - Updated: 11/13/2018 - Published: 2/2/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] [C. Carson, E. Hughes]
After All This Time by LastTimelordChild reviews
Why did you leave me? Why does it hurt so much? Why don't you hate me?
Devil Wears Prada - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,715 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 14 - Published: 10/20/2018 - Andy S., Miranda P. - Complete
Perverts and Blondes by Yojimbra reviews
while searching for Tsunade Jiraiya discovers something that might actually make him grow up. He has a daughter that hates his guts. Oh and she's Tsunade's daughter. Wait that would mean he and Tsunade... What? Why didn't he remember this? Now he has to try and make things up to not only Tsunade but Sachiko as well. Just great. Naruto X OC. Jiraiya x Tsunade
Naruto - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 7 - Words: 19,832 - Reviews: 302 - Favs: 1,127 - Follows: 1,374 - Updated: 10/20/2018 - Published: 7/21/2018 - [Naruto U., OC] [Tsunade S., Jiraiya]
Bundle by kouw reviews
Secrets are Mrs Carson's specialty and the one Mrs Patmore has brought to her attention requires a fair amount of her skill
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 16 - Words: 27,437 - Reviews: 218 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 36 - Updated: 10/9/2018 - Published: 2/14/2017 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] Mrs Patmore, Daisy - Complete
Anything Goes by ladycobert reviews
A collection of one-shots and drabbles set in my Modern AU for Downton.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family - Chapters: 4 - Words: 3,544 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 10/6/2018 - Published: 3/28/2016 - [Cora C., Robert C.] Violet C., Rosamund P.
What's Past is Prologue by olehistorian reviews
Modern AU: EM Hughes is a novelist who writes historical fiction and Charles Carson is a retired cricketer who is now a sports presenter, a color commentary man (whose on air partner is one Charlie Grigg). You will see the familiar characters albeit in different roles. This is the story of how they met and the long road that is their relationship.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 28 - Words: 59,488 - Reviews: 584 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 100 - Updated: 10/3/2018 - Published: 2/18/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore
Ibid by Yeghishe reviews
Canon Divergence. Drabbles. Newly hired and exceedingly surly Severus Snape, Potions Master, stalks Hogwarts halls and looms over his classroom. Despite his halfhearted efforts to rebuff the friendly overtures of the new Latin teacher, she seems determined to not only like him but to draw him into an ever-deepening web of dangerous quests and intriguing mysteries. [30x/500]
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 317 - Words: 37,156 - Reviews: 563 - Favs: 185 - Follows: 212 - Updated: 10/2/2018 - Published: 4/10/2014 - [Severus S., OC]
I Did Nothing by Secre reviews
When Harry James Potter walks into Hogwarts for the first time, Minerva realises that she made a huge mistake in leaving him with the Dursley's all those years ago. If she does something now, will she be able to change things? And will the Lion and the Snake be able to work together? Divergence Point: Walking into Hogwarts. Series planned for future.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 36 - Words: 141,115 - Reviews: 1761 - Favs: 3,657 - Follows: 3,632 - Updated: 9/18/2018 - Published: 12/12/2013 - Harry P., Severus S., Albus D., Minerva M. - Complete
After the Fall by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
MODERN AU The death of his soon-to-be ex-wife brings Charles Carson and his daughter, Daisy, to coastal Maine. Elsie Hughes, nurse at Daisy's new school, is soon placed deep into the Carsons' lives. But can Charles, Elsie, and Daisy - and the small town of Misty Cove where they live - survive the aftermath of what's to come? New role for T. Barrow; stars almost entire DA cast.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 59 - Words: 320,667 - Reviews: 1718 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 89 - Updated: 9/16/2018 - Published: 11/24/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Thomas, Daisy - Complete
Oh So Many Years by newgirl87 reviews
Modern AU (2008): Elsie Burns and Charles Carson must make the best of their situations. Rating for language, drug reference, and adult themes. My first Modern AU! :)
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 31,987 - Reviews: 145 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 8/26/2018 - Published: 5/16/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Anna S.
The corner office by kouw reviews
It starts with a broken fountain pen, but will it end with some serious stargazing?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 7,794 - Reviews: 105 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 6/27/2018 - Published: 6/5/2018 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
My Foolish Heart by dibdab4 reviews
Promises are often hard to keep, especially when the past and possibilities for the future collide. Set in the universe of Lesley Manville and Peter Mullan's Mum, Elsie Burn's life is complicated to say the least. Charles Carson is offering a steady hand, but is she willing to take it? *T* for now...
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 5 - Words: 48,389 - Reviews: 109 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 25 - Updated: 6/24/2018 - Published: 5/28/2018 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Whitherward by minni reviews
Before Albus Dumbledore saved the Wizarding world in 1945, there was a girl. There was an affair. Decisions were made. A candid look at love, circumstance and strength. Prequel to "A Private Affair".
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 44 - Words: 152,501 - Reviews: 279 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 82 - Updated: 6/22/2018 - Published: 1/25/2014 - Albus D., Minerva M.
To Catch a Lady's Favour by rogueinker reviews
Dumbledore is charged with recruiting Minerva McGonagall to teach at Hogwarts. The lady is not easily swayed. Together they fight their attraction, rivals and an ancient evil in the Egyptian desert.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 23 - Words: 51,329 - Reviews: 202 - Favs: 105 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 6/18/2018 - Published: 10/3/2003 - Albus D., Minerva M. - Complete
An Unexpected Night by JessieBess reviews
One night his chore of driving Violet and Isobel home turns into something far different and much better than the new Downton chauffeur imagined it would.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,595 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 8 - Published: 4/29/2018 - Violet C., Isobel C., Sybil C., T. Branson
Growing Up by Alomoria reviews
What would happen when a trio of Order members are accidentally turned back into their youth? Eventual Harry/Snape bonding...with Remus, Sirius and Albus! No slash. Canon-compliant, but a bit AU obviously. Begins summer before fifth year. [undergoing rewrite as of jan 2018!]
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 17,881 - Reviews: 332 - Favs: 319 - Follows: 503 - Updated: 3/13/2018 - Published: 6/3/2013 - Harry P., Severus S., Albus D., Minerva M.
Waltz of the Heart by Just Inevitable reviews
Where Mr and Mrs Carson are just wed.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,216 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 25 - Updated: 2/24/2018 - Published: 10/10/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Collide by fiveby10eighty3 reviews
Events after 06x08. Edith is coping after Bertie Pelham broke off with her, and thinks everything is final. There are, however, people making a second chance happen, including an unlikely family member. Will Bertie come round? And if he would, what would Edith do? Julian Fellowes and Carnival own Downton Abbey.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,324 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 2/10/2018 - Published: 11/14/2015 - Violet C., Mary C., Edith C., Bertie P.
Too Hot to Eat (Four Seasons, part II) by Luinwen-2013 reviews
Diaval tries a different spice, but birds don't taste chili the same way other beings do. It was a huge mistake. Or perhaps not. (Sequel to "Mating Season"; Maleval)
Maleficent - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,907 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 7 - Published: 1/30/2018 - [Maleficent, Diaval] - Complete
Elspeth's by ScintillatingTart reviews
She'd been going it alone so long that she didn't know love until it bit her on the backside. (Modern AU)
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 24 - Words: 63,121 - Reviews: 232 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 68 - Updated: 1/14/2018 - Published: 9/20/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
A Little Courage by chelsietea reviews
After the death of her son, Isobel finds comfort in Richard and, as their relationship blossoms, Charles tries to take up his courage to sort things out with Elsie. Set after the third season Christmas Special. Charles/Elsie, Richard/Isobel.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 28 - Words: 48,433 - Reviews: 304 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 93 - Updated: 1/8/2018 - Published: 3/23/2013 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] [Dr. Clarkson, Isobel C.]
On a Whim by HeartofDowntonCEC reviews
Elsie is the head of marketing at Crawley Enterprises, Inc. Traveling often for work and after an extremely busy day, she finds herself at the hotel bar. Uninterested in a relationship at this point in her life, she plans on a glass of wine only, but a handsome stranger grabs her attention. Will this moment be a one time meeting, or will their paths cross again?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 12 - Words: 52,226 - Reviews: 212 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 62 - Updated: 12/28/2017 - Published: 1/12/2017 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
A Very Chelsie Christmas by chelsie fan reviews
A series of one-shots inspired by an alphabetical list of Christmas-related prompts. Some chapters might have S5 spoilers, and I will indicate that in the A/N.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 13 - Words: 24,361 - Reviews: 267 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 12/16/2017 - Published: 12/1/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Getting Used to It by partiallyyours reviews
Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes have something to get used to.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 17,974 - Reviews: 153 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 61 - Updated: 11/8/2017 - Published: 9/6/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
First Kiss by meetmeinstlouie reviews
Inspired by an interview before season 5 with Jim Carter and Phyllis Logan. Their stories about their school days inspired this fluffy fic. Rated T mostly for language - they're really young in this story. If you haven't seen the interview, watch it. I didn't make up the part about smoking and playing canasta. Update: Intended to be a one shot, but my brain had other ideas.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 48,539 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 11/6/2017 - Published: 2/15/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Dr. Clarkson, OC
Open Thou Mine Eyes by Kissman reviews
When Mrs. Hughes loses her eyesight, her life as the housekeeper of Downton Abbey is over. Perhaps with Mr. Carson she will be able to realize a new life just beginning. Carson/Hughes.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 40 - Words: 90,263 - Reviews: 960 - Favs: 110 - Follows: 151 - Updated: 10/8/2017 - Published: 10/14/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Doctor Blake Drabble Challenges by Aussiegirl41 reviews
Various drabbles (no more than 300 words) featuring characters from The Doctor Blake Mystery series. Written for Bugsfic's drabble challenge of tumblr.
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 2,617 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 10/1/2017 - Published: 7/15/2017
Links in the Chain by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
A birthday fic for the amazing evitamockingbird, starring our favorite butler and housekeeper. Period-set; kind of a prequel? Maybe?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,834 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 9/25/2017 - Published: 9/25/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
I Should Be So Fortunate by ericajanebarry reviews
A closer look at the events of the Grigg storyline early in Series 4. What Elsie would have said to Charles, had she been free to do so.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,841 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/25/2017 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Prompts by olehistorian reviews
A place for Chelsie prompt challenges that I've compiled through the years. All are Carson and Hughes focused with the appearance of other characters as necessary. Canon as well as AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 39 - Words: 47,098 - Reviews: 570 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 47 - Updated: 9/24/2017 - Published: 2/1/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Age of Healing by EmPoweredBeing reviews
Hermione is suffering from the effects of the war and is struggling, for perhaps the first time, with her schooling. What happens next involves an accident that will change Hermione's life, and quite possibly Minerva's also.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 27 - Words: 100,952 - Reviews: 432 - Favs: 429 - Follows: 488 - Updated: 9/19/2017 - Published: 10/8/2012 - Hermione G., Minerva M. - Complete
No Need for Words by Happyheart2 reviews
Series 6 is over and we end with a kiss between Charles Carson and Elsie Carson, hoping for the best as they ring in the New Year. This is how I imagine the episode would have continued or carried on if there was a series 7. This is a response to @Chelsiefan71's tumblr Challenge to help us cope with the Series being over and not having a Series 7 to look forward to.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,117 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 8/29/2017 - Published: 9/19/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Great Deeds: Volume II by My Dear Professor McGonagall reviews
Part II of a collection of moments in the life of Minerva McGonagall. "For there are many great deeds done in the small struggles of life." - Victor Hugo
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 55 - Words: 83,444 - Reviews: 697 - Favs: 106 - Follows: 114 - Updated: 8/23/2017 - Published: 6/12/2015 - Minerva M. - Complete
Confession by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Drabble challenge: confession.
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 239 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 2 - Published: 7/27/2017 - Complete
No Prince Charming by mascaret reviews
The evening after Rose's tea for the Russian refugees, Cora and Robert discuss his reaction to Miss Bunting, his lack of reaction to Prince Kuragin, and his parents amongst other things. Violet heavy.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 8 - Words: 11,570 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 29 - Updated: 7/19/2017 - Published: 9/18/2015 - Violet C., Robert C., Cora C., OC
Just a Trim by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Lucien needs a haircut. Set early s4.
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,217 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 4 - Published: 7/19/2017 - [Jean B., Lucien B.] - Complete
The Beginning of Always by bugsfic reviews
It can be difficult to let go of the past. *content warning; discussion of non-consensual sex*
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,312 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 4 - Published: 7/8/2017 - [Jean B., Lucien B.] - Complete
Dinner Party by My Dear Professor McGonagall reviews
Hermione has a bit to drink and lets a Confunded cat out of the bag.
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,980 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 12 - Published: 7/8/2017 - Harry P., Ron W., Hermione G., Ginny W. - Complete
Sexting Tywin Lannister by BlueEyesBlueSkies reviews
Alternate Universe- Modern Setting. Sansa is in college and Tywin is Joffrey's widowed grandfather. Began as a one-shot with very little plot, and quite a bit of smut, but I'm now going to continue it (though it is still very little plot and mostly smut). I'll be updating sporadically as the inspiration comes to me! :) As of 8/6/16- Chapter 2 posted.
Game of Thrones - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 15 - Words: 44,280 - Reviews: 66 - Favs: 121 - Follows: 87 - Updated: 7/1/2017 - Published: 8/4/2016 - Sansa S., Tywin L. - Complete
Friends to Lovers by LunaStellaCat reviews
Elphinstone keeps coming back to the same woman as he loses all his friends. Written for the Literary Quotes Challenge. Liked it? What did you think? Thanks for reading.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,870 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Published: 7/1/2017 - Minerva M., Barty C. Sr., Benjy F., Elphinstone U.
In Memoriam by mascaret reviews
Courtesy of her grandmother, Lady Edith receives some bad news – because when you are Lady Edith is there any other kind?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 592 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 3 - Published: 6/22/2017 - Violet C., Edith C. - Complete
The Other Woman by Aussiegirl41 reviews
After spending the Season together in London, Mrs Hughes and Mr Carson decide to keep in touch.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 31,722 - Reviews: 220 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 61 - Updated: 6/18/2017 - Published: 4/22/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
The Power of Love by xxhiphuggersxx reviews
It all started in 1950 on Christmas Eve night, birth of a beautiful girl with a loving family, but sadly wouldn't grow up with them until her final school year. Meanwhile, dark forces try and keep them apart to cause the family pain. R&R!
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 29 - Words: 45,463 - Reviews: 73 - Favs: 78 - Follows: 92 - Updated: 6/12/2017 - Published: 8/27/2011 - Albus D., Minerva M.
Infinite Joy by dibdab4 reviews
A follow up to Uncovering Love, we rejoin the Carson family and friends in Halifax, autumn 1953. Their home is lively and happy, but Elsie is suffering from a longing only one thing will sate. Beryl and Bill, Isobel and Richard, Andy and Daisy, and the Crawley family will prominently appear as the little family continues to deal with ghosts from the past and new challenges.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 17 - Words: 126,258 - Reviews: 255 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 35 - Updated: 5/28/2017 - Published: 1/31/2017 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Breaking Down by Crinklybrownleaves reviews
Our detecting duo get into a spot of bother. But at least they're in bother together, and maybe something good will come out of it.
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,086 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 16 - Published: 5/26/2017 - Lucien B., Jean B. - Complete
Blame the Wine by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
A birthday fic for the lovely Chelsie fan, because she is such a dear, sweet friend. xxx Elsie gets a bit ... bold. Strong T. Enjoy!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,895 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 4 - Published: 5/25/2017 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
The Blake Adventures: Seen and Not Heard by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Jean and Lucien find themselves with a new houseguest to take care of, but is seems that the the key to the mysterious deaths of a husband and wife are stuck in the head of an uncommunicative witness.
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: K+ - English - Mystery/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,405 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 4 - Updated: 5/25/2017 - Published: 5/23/2017 - [Jean B., Lucien B.] Charlie D., Mattie O. - Complete
Morning Delight by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Lucien Blake attempts something new: making breakfast.
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,477 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 5 - Published: 5/20/2017 - [Jean B., Lucien B.] - Complete
Broken Wings by nanniships reviews
I'm easing back into writing here with some fluffy Chelsie and Gelana's prompt: rescuing a wild animal or pet. Elsie simply can't resist a creature in need. And Charles is grateful, once he thinks about it.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,156 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 1 - Published: 5/9/2017 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Blake Adventures: On the Up and Up by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
When an old face comes back to visit, the recent changes in the Blake house are made readily apparent, and a misunderstanding turns deadly.
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: T - English - Mystery/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,243 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 2 - Published: 5/8/2017 - [Jean B., Lucien B.] Mattie O., Danny P. - Complete
You're My Girl by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Even between two people utterly devoted to one another, jealousy can sometimes get in the way.
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,954 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 1 - Published: 5/2/2017 - [Jean B., Lucien B.] - Complete
This House Is a Home by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Set during the Season 4 premiere, Dr. Lucien Blake returns to Ballarat and feels a little different about his hometown due to Jean's absence and subsequent return.
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,642 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 5 - Published: 4/30/2017 - [Jean B., Lucien B.] - Complete
Storm Surge by bugsfic reviews
The bus to Adelaide is caught in a storm and Jean and Lucien must spend the night in a hotel. What will happen?
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,543 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 26 - Published: 4/17/2017 - [Jean B., Lucien B.] - Complete
You're The Greatest by autismmom31910 reviews
After another fight, Alice doesn't react quite the way Ralph expects. This causes Ralph to think about how he really treats his wife. Also, Alice reveals her true feelings.
Honeymooners - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,317 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 1 - Published: 4/16/2017 - Complete
Winter Rose by AmicableAlien reviews
1874, St Petersburg: Violet, Countess of Grantham, came to the ancient city for duty but found there much more. A Violet/Igor Kuragin fanfiction. Not AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 26 - Words: 66,542 - Reviews: 66 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 4/15/2017 - Published: 12/12/2015 - Violet C., I. Kuragin
Worth the Wait by Kittenshift17 reviews
*ONE-SHOT* Sirius Black had been trying to sweet talk his way into Minerva's knickers since before he'd had any business fancying girls, let alone fancying a witch like Minerva. Ten years, he'd been wanting to ravish the witch, and this year for her forty-fifth birthday, he might just get his wish.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,105 - Reviews: 75 - Favs: 117 - Follows: 33 - Published: 4/14/2017 - [Minerva M., Sirius B.] - Complete
Lights, Camera, Action! by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
Modern AU. Elsie Hughes is exec producer for "The Granthams," a docudrama being filmed by Crawley Film Productions. Enter one old flame, Charles Carson, plus someone hell-bent on ruining the project ... what could possibly go wrong? Set in the glitz of Hollywood with some filming in Toronto and London. Rated T but a couple M chapters along the way. Chelsie fic w/many DA faves.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 31 - Words: 94,824 - Reviews: 749 - Favs: 42 - Follows: 48 - Updated: 4/5/2017 - Published: 2/13/2017 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] Robert C., Mrs Patmore - Complete
Mazel Tov by FlamingToads reviews
Officer Torres is surprised to be called out to Grace and Frankie's beach home after years of not seeing them. What could possibly be wrong this time?
Grace and Frankie - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,024 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 4 - Published: 4/3/2017 - Grace, Frankie - Complete
The Eye of the Storm by CrawleyHouse reviews
Professor McGonagall struggles to find her feet in the mess that Dumbledore's death has left while Professor Snape prepares himself for the coming storm.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,642 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/29/2017 - Severus S., Minerva M. - Complete
Late Night Shenanigans by FlamingToads reviews
Brianna gets an unexpected call in the middle of the night. What could've happened that was so important for her to get a call from both Frankie and Grace?
Grace and Frankie - Rated: K - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 883 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/28/2017 - Grace, Frankie, Brianna - Complete
From Here to Eternity by bugsfic reviews
Nothing happened in Adelaide. It happened before Lucien and Jean left Ballarat.
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,631 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/26/2017 - [Jean B., Lucien B.]
Quidditch Refugee by SylvaDragon reviews
Sometimes, even Albus Dumbledore says the wrong thing, and when he does it can cause a great deal of trouble, or annoyance. An amusing Albus/Minerva oneshot. Characters, Albus Dumbledore, Minerva McGonagall, Aberforth Dumbledore. ADMM.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,739 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 6 - Published: 3/23/2017 - Albus D., Minerva M., Aberforth D. - Complete
The Cure For What Ails You by dibdab4 reviews
Present day AU. Charles and Elsie, newly married and newly retired have set up house in York. Health and intimacy issues pose new challenges for the (mostly) happy couple. Fair amount of Richobel in this one, as well.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 12,285 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 9 - Published: 3/13/2017 - Isobel C., C. Carson, E. Hughes, Dr. Clarkson
The Acquisition of Memories by BorneToFlow reviews
Embarking on their honeymoon, Charles and Elsie begin to process the events of their wedding day and those leading up to it. A series of internal reflections; lengthy, fun & sometimes in-depth conversations; &, interspersed with requisite amounts of playful holiday fun & honeymoon adult times. From Ch19 rating is a tasteful but strong M. Some S5/6 JF canon is blissfully ignored.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 44 - Words: 278,319 - Reviews: 205 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 40 - Updated: 3/10/2017 - Published: 8/23/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Peaches by bugsfic reviews
What to get the man who has everything?
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,273 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/5/2017 - [Jean B., Lucien B.] - Complete
Interesting Revelations of the Marriage-Bed by bugsfic reviews
Sometimes the story begins "And they lived happily ever after."
Doctor Blake Mysteries - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 33,744 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 14 - Updated: 2/25/2017 - Published: 12/4/2016 - [Jean B., Lucien B.]
Experienced Advice by richfamous reviews
Severus seeks Albus' help about a lady he's interested in. Eowyn (my OC) needs Minerva's advice concerning a man. You know what - just read it! Basically SSxOC with a little MMAD mixed in if you're in an awake frame of mind.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,133 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 5 - Published: 2/17/2017 - [Severus S., OC] [Albus D., Minerva M.] - Complete
Three Brothers by meetmeinstlouie reviews
A look into the world from my fic Jolene, from the perspective of Charles and Elsie's sons. Lots of fluff.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 3 - Words: 5,957 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 9 - Updated: 2/15/2017 - Published: 2/6/2017 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, OC
Velours by Elizabeth Mary Holmes reviews
Une expédition au pays du plaisir féminin réinventé vingt-neuf fois alors que s'annonce bientôt la Journée internationale des droits des femmes. Les pairings et les femmes mises à l'honneur seront variés.Femslash/yuri. Recueil écrit pour le Challenge de Février 2016 du Collectif NONAME; "Parce que c'était lui,parce que c'était moi"
Harry Potter - Rated: M - French - Romance - Chapters: 14 - Words: 2,558 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 2/7/2017 - Published: 2/24/2016 - Hermione G., Minerva M., Bathilda B., G. Marchbanks
Have A Little Faith by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
Birthday fic for the lovely brenna-louise! Fluffy one-shot glimpse into the lives of married Chelsie, where we get to see Charlie as caretaker.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,350 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/5/2017 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] - Complete
Theatre Folk Like Us by evitamockingbird reviews
How and when did Mrs. Hughes find out that Mr. Carson had been on the stage? There are so many possible answers. I'll explore just a few of them here. Part of #unofficialdas7 challenge.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,459 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 1/29/2017 - Published: 10/16/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
My Name is Downton by imnotokaywiththerunning reviews
What do you mean you didn't ask for a meme fic? Then why did I write one? A series of meme poetry for some Downton characters. It's only what they'd want. Based on the "bredlik" meme. You're welcome. "10/10 You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll LOVE it!" -review by somebody who definitely isn't the author
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 586 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 2 - Published: 1/26/2017 - Robert C., Mary C., C. Carson, Mrs Patmore - Complete
Turbulence by evitamockingbird reviews
Charles and Elsie meet by chance on an airplane and immediately like each other. But will their relationship grow? Modern AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 24 - Words: 51,849 - Reviews: 425 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 41 - Updated: 1/26/2017 - Published: 1/3/2017 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Honeymooners by DownstairsDaddy reviews
If all goes well, 8 chapters focused on the Chelsie honeymoon built upon past February prompts, 4 prompts/ chapter. Just like stepping into the water at Brighton, seeking fellow writers' encouragement for my first FanFic.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 20,653 - Reviews: 84 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 1/23/2017 - Published: 12/24/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
This Christmas by Aussiegirl41 reviews
Charles and Elsie have 25 days to admit their true feelings. Written for the Chelsie Christmas Challenge.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 26 - Words: 40,006 - Reviews: 474 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 44 - Updated: 1/9/2017 - Published: 12/1/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
On Writing Well by Sela McGrane reviews
The four Heads of House go over an assignment that Albus set for every student. It brings to light some interesting things.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,664 - Reviews: 78 - Favs: 197 - Follows: 61 - Published: 1/4/2017 - Harry P., Hermione G., Severus S., Minerva M. - Complete
All the Help I Have to Give by LauraHuntORI reviews
As the Dowager would say, relationships are a long business.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 56 - Words: 78,434 - Reviews: 179 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 48 - Updated: 1/3/2017 - Published: 5/6/2013 - Violet C., T. Branson
Elspeth by LisaDouglas reviews
"Elsie Hughes." She'd never been a Carson; she hadn't had the proper chance. "My Elsie Hughes…I miss you, if only you could tell me…please show me what to do." Carson raises his daughter all alone.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 10 - Words: 25,221 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 31 - Updated: 12/31/2016 - Published: 9/11/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Mrs Patmore
Married Life by meetmeinstlouie reviews
A companion to "Managing Love". Charles and Elsie are now married, enjoying life together with their family and friends. The firm of Carson, Crawley & Bates still has its managers, but retirement is calling. Rated M for a reason, but there will be fluff mixed in. I loved these characters too much to leave them alone. Or rather, they wouldn't leave me alone...
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 13 - Words: 76,909 - Reviews: 153 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 12/29/2016 - Published: 11/25/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, OC
No More Waiting On Forever by ericajanebarry reviews
Written in honor of Penelope Wilton's 70th birthday. A fresh take on how Richobel came to be, set in S4.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 6,447 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 12/29/2016 - Published: 6/3/2016 - [Isobel C., Dr. Clarkson]
Ghost from the Past by GeordieLass reviews
This is a Chelsie fic, written as part of chelsiefan71's tumblr challenge. This fic follows the beach scene at the end of Series 4 and takes place during Series 5. A ghost from the past arrives at Downton, threatening to turn the worlds of Mr Carson and Mrs Hughes upside down.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 9 - Words: 24,816 - Reviews: 277 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 53 - Updated: 12/28/2016 - Published: 9/18/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
For You by VoyICJ reviews
Answer to chelsiefan's Christmas Prompt Challenge. Follow the Carsons through the month of December 1925. Slightly AU and fluff as fluff can get.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,937 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 4 - Published: 12/20/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Every Time a Bell Rings by dibdab4 reviews
What if there had never been a Charles Carson? Story takes place during the last few minutes of the final episode and then carries on into New Year's night.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,773 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 5 - Published: 12/12/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
When Portraits Talk by Selene13 reviews
When the portraits in Dumbledore's office shifted and shrank slightly, their occupants knew that whose portrait was coming to join them. Soon, voices came up about a certain headmaster and his life in this office. AD/MM One-Shot R and R please, thank you!
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,896 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 9 - Published: 12/11/2016 - Albus D., Minerva M. - Complete
Lavender and Honeysuckle by jolipoison reviews
Scout had always wanted to know more about her mother.
To Kill a Mockingbird - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,733 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 1 - Published: 12/10/2016 - Jean Louise F./Scout, M. Atkinson/Miss Maudie - Complete
Carsons' Christmas Eve by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
The Carsons' first Christmas Eve as a married couple. Written to fulfill the "Chelsie Christmas Challenge," an alphabetical list of 26 prompt words. Incorporating all, the story takes you from morning to bedtime. 1925 - set during S6.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,512 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 2 - Published: 12/10/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Mrs Patmore, Sybbie B. - Complete
Chelsie Christmas Prompts by olehistorian reviews
A series of Chelsie Christmas prompts inspired by Chelsie Fan and Chelsie-Prompts. Carson and Hughes with other characters making appearances.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 14 - Words: 17,815 - Reviews: 190 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 12/6/2016 - Published: 12/1/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Awake my Soul by rjwritergirl reviews
Anna Smith is 16 years old and has just been signed up for an arranged marriage. John Bates is an soldier who needs a wife to tend his home while he's off at war. Anna has always wanted to marry for love and it's love at first sight when she meet's John. But it's been reduced to a business transaction. When her husband comes home wounded is this Anna's chance to make him love her?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 25,848 - Reviews: 125 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 89 - Updated: 12/4/2016 - Published: 3/19/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S., OC
The Untold Story by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
Period/Canon Chelsie. What if the Chelsie romance really DID start mid Season 3? Shows the behind-the-scenes realization and development of a love that was rarely shown on our screens, but that was slowly burning behind them all along. **Honeymoon has two M chapters.** Soundtrack for all songs is Ch 37.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 37 - Words: 92,285 - Reviews: 776 - Favs: 63 - Follows: 74 - Updated: 12/3/2016 - Published: 5/25/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Mrs Patmore - Complete
The cook, the maid, her friend and his lover by princegeorge reviews
Title says it all! Just read and find out.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 12,336 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 16 - Updated: 11/29/2016 - Published: 7/3/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore, Daisy - Complete
Ships That Pass In The Night by meetmeinstlouie reviews
"Ships that pass in the night, and speak each other in passing..." -Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Carson and Mrs. Hughes worked together at Downton for many years, forming a bond which became one of love. Little did they know they were NOT the first of either of their families to meet, or how their ancestors' meetings determined the course of their lives.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 7 - Words: 29,450 - Reviews: 63 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 11/23/2016 - Published: 10/17/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, OC - Complete
Stars by imnotokaywiththerunning reviews
Elsie Carson comes home to find her husband stargazing. Pure Chelsie fluff.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 534 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 3 - Published: 11/21/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
In the Wee Small Hours by dibdab4 reviews
It's the night before Lady Edith's wedding and Charles Carson can't sleep...
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 906 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 5 - Published: 11/20/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Downton Academy: Supplemental Baxley Edition by chelsie fan reviews
A supplemental chapter in my Downton Academy universe. This one tells about Phyllis and Joseph's first date to the Cubs home opening game. Thanks to libbybell for suggesting this little diversion. (This is a Baxley story. There's no Chelsie in this one, but I've tagged it with Carson and Hughes so that my regular readers with their character filters set to Chelsie will see it.)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,432 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 1 - Updated: 11/11/2016 - Published: 4/30/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Molesley, P. Baxter - Complete
Wounds by VoyICJ reviews
The Housekeeper has always helped others stitch up their wounds, now she needs help stitching up her deepest one. Fits somewhere between 6x01 and 6x02.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 6,743 - Reviews: 67 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 11/6/2016 - Published: 10/23/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Why Did I Choose You? by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
A birthday fic for the lovely dibdab4, my long-lost sister. :) Love you, sweets! Here's some Barbra Streisand-inspired Chelsie love. xxx (Accompanying fanvid on my tumblr)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,956 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 3 - Published: 11/3/2016 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] - Complete
Love Story by Aussiegirl41 reviews
Mrs Hughes knows that on Halloween there's always a chance a ghost or two could haunt your dreams.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,379 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 5 - Published: 10/30/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Once upon a Time, They Lived Happily Ever After by chelsie fan reviews
The love story of a knight and maiden, fairy-tale style.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Fantasy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 896 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 4 - Published: 10/18/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
A change of plans by kouw reviews
The house on Brouncker Road is finished and that means decisions have to be made
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 797 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 4 - Published: 10/12/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Let This Be Enough by VoyICJ reviews
Charles and Elsie adapt to their new life.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,287 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 12 - Published: 10/9/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Violet Blossoms by mascaret reviews
About to be married against her will to the foolish young Lord Downton, Miss Violet is desperate to get out of it by any means. Will she succeed or will she have a change of heart?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,299 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 6 - Published: 10/8/2016
Executioner by Onesimus42 reviews
A very AU story based on a picture of our very own butler as an executioner in Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. What if this executioner met Elsie Hughes under less than favorable circumstances?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama - Chapters: 26 - Words: 37,262 - Reviews: 384 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 59 - Updated: 10/6/2016 - Published: 9/9/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Mollycoddling by My Dear Professor McGonagall reviews
Molly knows what's best...doesn't she?
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,408 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 8 - Published: 10/1/2016 - Molly W., Arthur W.
The one by EllieRoberts reviews
Set in a modern AU. Isobel is a young nurse working at her father's private clinic...she had her life all planned out. Though as we know, things never go as planned. Richobel with some Chelsie sprinkled on top.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 6 - Words: 5,856 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 9/27/2016 - Published: 7/5/2015 - [Dr. Clarkson, Isobel C.] Violet C., E. Hughes
Cheerful at Last by chelsie fan reviews
Two very different visits to Scarborough.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,054 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 4 - Published: 9/27/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Fields of Gold by meetmeinstlouie reviews
A companion to my Chelsie historical AU fic Most Quiet Need. This is intended to be an epilogue to the ending of that story, which is not finished yet, so...if you don't want ANY spoilers, please don't read this. The setting is California, late 1800s.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,136 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 5 - Published: 9/24/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, OC
The Waste Land by mrpoohnminnie reviews
When growing insecurities threaten the engagement of Elsie Hughes to Charles Carson, what waste land awaits them? Canon-divergent AU beginning with S6ep1. Whether the story returns to canon, you'll have to keep reading to find out!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 9 - Words: 28,001 - Reviews: 129 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 33 - Updated: 9/24/2016 - Published: 7/10/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Life in Modern motion by NotEvenaProperWord reviews
Collection of ficclets, expect crack, family fluff, general happiness, AND CRACK.
A song of Ice and Fire - Rated: T - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 1,742 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 3 - Updated: 9/22/2016 - Published: 12/29/2014 - Tywin L., Genna L.
Cotton by kouw reviews
Domestic scene between Mr and Mrs Carson that could potentially have happened during S7
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 519 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 5 - Published: 9/21/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Perpetual Motion by Chelsie Dagger reviews
January 1922: Part of the 'Moving' AU. Charles and Elsie continue to build their life in Hull, visit Downton, go to Germany and eventually take their trip to Italy. Life happens along the way. This is, essentially, my take on series 4 and beyond (WAY BEYOND)!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family/Angst - Chapters: 145 - Words: 288,135 - Reviews: 1597 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 63 - Updated: 9/19/2016 - Published: 7/24/2014 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes]
Never Tell by chelsie fan reviews
My offering for week 1 of #unofficialdas7! There's something Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes never speak of, but perhaps they should.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,577 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 9 - Published: 9/18/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Always by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
"It's always been you."
Gilmore Girls - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 270 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 1 - Published: 9/8/2016 - [Emily G., Richard G.] - Complete
Scar by RhondaStar reviews
Some months into their marriage Elsie finds a second lump in her breast, how will she and Charles face this now they are husband and wife? Just a short piece looking at the new found intimacy of their relationship.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,547 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 10 - Published: 9/2/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Accidental Eavesdropper by Onesimus42 reviews
Mrs. Patmore overhears...something.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 432 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/2/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore - Complete
A Lesson In Propriety by LSgrimm91 reviews
Elsie Hughes moves to England to study at Westburn University and finds herself drawn to history professor, Charles Carson.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 13 - Words: 32,380 - Reviews: 174 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 61 - Updated: 8/29/2016 - Published: 11/22/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Masterpiece by Onesimus42 reviews
Musings on a marriage. Posted originally on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 1,578 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 10 - Updated: 8/21/2016 - Published: 8/20/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Elfin Mother by minerva's-kitten reviews
Elfin Folklore is hard to understand, only a special few can unlock it's secrets. Professor McGonagall's mom will try to teach the trio. Set during Order of the Phoenix
Crossover - Harry Potter & Tinkerbell - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Mystery - Chapters: 10 - Words: 7,747 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 50 - Updated: 8/10/2016 - Published: 10/15/2014
Together, Yet Separate by Merida Hughsie reviews
Charles and Elsie were always mirror images of secret yearnings and upheld propriety. They stand side by side, together, united ... but are they truly that? Very steamy and not the usual way for them to get together. Will be a four chapter long story ... or that's what I have planned. Disclaimer: I don't own them. They are Fellowes' creation, but I play around with them.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 4,468 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 8/7/2016 - Published: 12/30/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Sherbet Lemons by TheMidgetJems
Professors Dumbledore and McGonagall shed their years as they relive a part of their lives they haven't touched in almost a decade. Meanwhile, Peeves is trying to escape a not-so-secret admirer.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 967 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 8/4/2016 - [Albus D., Minerva M.] [Fawkes, Peeves]
Jealous Lover by secretstranger69 reviews
Hermione can see that Minerva is holding back and while Minerva's said she's easily jealous, Hermione wants to see it for herself... Smutty oneshot!
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,223 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 136 - Follows: 50 - Published: 8/3/2016 - [Hermione G., Minerva M.] - Complete
How to Capture an Absent-Minded Weasley by LittleTee reviews
One-shot. Arthur Weasley is a lover of all things Muggle, quite absent-minded, and a boy. Molly has her work cut out for her to get him to notice her but she is a Prewett after all. AU. [Arthur/Molly]
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,994 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 1 - Published: 7/29/2016 - [Molly W., Arthur W.] Gideon P., Fabian P. - Complete
What We Know by BloodyMaryPrayer reviews
Charles and Elsie fight over what's between them. I do believe it's going to get M.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 18,145 - Reviews: 212 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 80 - Updated: 7/14/2016 - Published: 3/25/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, J. Bates, Anna S.
Wait For Me by meetmeinstlouie reviews
Richobel, modern AU. A companion to my Chelsie fic, First Kiss. Richard Clarkson hopes one day to become a doctor. While at Downton School, he finds himself falling for the school nurse, Isobel Crawley. But she couldn't possibly feel the same - could she? Anything could happen after graduation...
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 11,058 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 10 - Published: 7/13/2016 - Isobel C., Dr. Clarkson, OC
Getting Married by Edward Carson reviews
Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes find out that getting married is a lot more complicated than a proposal and an acceptance. This story charts their progress through the obstacle course between engagement and wedding breakfast. Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes feature prominently, but the story is told from the perspectives of different characters. Canon in spirit, with much original material.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 19 - Words: 70,092 - Reviews: 200 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 38 - Updated: 7/9/2016 - Published: 5/24/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Matron of Hogwarts by Winter Leigh End reviews
"There will always be a nurse who does more than required and cares more than they're required." A collection of canon-compliant, related and unrelated moments from Poppy Pomfrey's time as a nurse to the students and professors of Hogwarts. COMPLETE.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Drama - Chapters: 10 - Words: 9,990 - Reviews: 90 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 6/12/2016 - Published: 5/6/2016 - Poppy P. - Complete
To me she is beautiful by onmyside reviews
How to you tell your fiancee that she is beautiful? And that you love her? Through a messenger like Mrs Patmore? Probably not. Yet that is exactly what has happened in episode 6.01. How do Carson and Mrs Hughes deal with this? And what went through their heads after the messages is relayed to Mrs Hughes. A little character study. Canon.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 3,096 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 6/11/2016 - Published: 5/23/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Witch in the Woods by evitamockingbird reviews
Charles lives in Downton, which has been plagued by terrible luck, and everybody is blaming the witch who lives in the woods outside of the village. Charles is sent out to confront the witch, but she isn't at all what he expected. Chelsie AU
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Fantasy/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 10,624 - Reviews: 118 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 6/11/2016 - Published: 6/4/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
A Friendly Wager by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
In which Charles and Elsie Carson have a wee bit of a competition at the fair. Who will win, and what will be the prize? Pure fluff for ozzlover, from whom the prompt came. x
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,185 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 4 - Published: 6/2/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
The Best of Intentions by icbdrummergirl reviews
Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes are well-respected for their ability to keep their cool in stressful situations, but can they keep their cool when it comes to each other? How long can they keep their true feelings from one another? Rated M for future chapters. This is my third fic ever published, so please feel free to review! Disclaimer: I do not own Downton Abbey or its characters!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 30 - Words: 52,304 - Reviews: 226 - Favs: 50 - Follows: 77 - Updated: 5/21/2016 - Published: 11/3/2013 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
If Two Lie Together by ericajanebarry reviews
Charles and Elsie face the challenges of his palsy. My answer to chelsie-prompts' latest prompt: "In Sickness." One-shot.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,022 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 4 - Published: 5/15/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Some Information About Butlers by imnotokaywiththerunning reviews
Charles Carson has always had a soft spot for the Crawley children.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor/Parody - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,515 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 1 - Published: 5/8/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Sybbie B., George C. - Complete
Brown Chicken, Brown Cow by chelsie fan reviews
Brown Chicken, Brown Cow, and other barnyard animals observe the courtship rituals and mating habits of the residents of Downton Abbey. A collaborative effort between Chelsie Dagger and me, this is about as wacky and cracky as it gets!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 11,940 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 5/6/2016 - Published: 4/11/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Molesley, P. Baxter
Vita, Dulcedo, Spes by ericajanebarry reviews
Life, Sweetness, Hope. Glimpses into the lives, loves and friendships of four favorite characters: Charles Carson, Elsie Hughes Carson, Isobel Crawley and Richard Clarkson. AU for married Richobel and some slight divergence from canon timeline.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 11 - Words: 26,024 - Reviews: 95 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 5/5/2016 - Published: 2/29/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] [Isobel C., Dr. Clarkson]
Come Fly with Me by LaLizi reviews
AU. John Bates' only way to divorce his wife and keep his company is to prove she is having an affair. Anna Smith of Carson's Private Investigators goes undercover on the case. What starts out as an infidelity investigation becomes much more and when John finds himself in serious trouble, Anna's skills and heart are put to the test.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 29 - Words: 338,918 - Reviews: 318 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 79 - Updated: 5/4/2016 - Published: 1/11/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Stuff and Nonsense by Chelsie Dagger reviews
A random collection of my silly thoughts- This will include Stuff that may be decidedly OOC and Nonsense that is borderline crackfic. Could be a drabble or a poem or a fortune cookie, who knows what will happen? Certainly not me;) Mostly Chelsie but others too.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Parody - Chapters: 22 - Words: 26,831 - Reviews: 264 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 24 - Updated: 5/4/2016 - Published: 10/21/2013 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Thomas, Robert C.
Sweet Hereafter by Aussiegirl41 reviews
What happens after Charlie and Elsie's first time. Written for Akachankami's birthday.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 996 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 4 - Published: 5/2/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Transformation of a Scottish Lioness by JustFishy reviews
My interpretation of the evolution of Minerva McGonagall and the events that shape her into a titan of the wizarding world. Taking place between her sixth year at Hogwarts and the end of the second wizarding war. Rated M for later chapters.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 38,218 - Reviews: 71 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 57 - Updated: 5/1/2016 - Published: 2/10/2012 - Albus D., Minerva M., Alastor M., G. Merrythought
Whiskers by imnotokaywiththerunning reviews
He never meant for any of it to happen. He had been minding his own business reading the paper out in the garden when she had plonked herself down on his lap as if she belonged there. My take on "whiskers" from the tumblr chelsie-prompts.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,676 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 1 - Published: 4/30/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Translation by My Dear Professor McGonagall reviews
Hermione may have taken on a little more than she can carry.
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,924 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 9 - Published: 4/28/2016 - [Hermione G., Ron W.] Minerva M. - Complete
It's Not What It Looks Like by CUtopia reviews
Minerva had always been able to avoid becoming a subject of the school gossip - well, until she made one tiny, thoughtless statement.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,814 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 4 - Published: 4/28/2016 - Albus D., Minerva M. - Complete
Enough of That by Edward Carson reviews
Troubled by Carson's behaviour, the Dowager intervenes. Subsequent chapters chronicle Carson's adjustment to a post-Downton life through conversations and interactions with Elsie, Robert, Thomas, Mary, and (eventually) Edith...! A POST-SEASON 6 story. This story offers an antidote to the journey explored in "The Way We Live Now," which ought to be read first.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 10 - Words: 41,146 - Reviews: 95 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 26 - Updated: 4/26/2016 - Published: 1/17/2016 - Violet C., Robert C., C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Smooth Operator by Aussiegirl41 reviews
Due to his palsy, Charlie starts to have trouble with some of his everyday routines, meaning Elsie will need to assist. Written for tumblr's chelsie-prompt of 'whiskers'.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,544 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 6 - Published: 4/26/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Little miss bossy boots by EllieRoberts reviews
AU S3. Isobel and Richard have a misunderstanding - Shout out to ericjaneberry for prompting me.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,727 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 4/25/2016 - Published: 4/23/2016 - [Dr. Clarkson, Isobel C.] Violet C. - Complete
Disagreements by Edward Carson reviews
They may love each other very much, but Charlie Carson and Elsie Hughes/Carson have always had their disagreements and this isn't going to change. This is a series of vignettes exploring how their changing circumstances affect what they disagree about and how they negotiate those disagreements: what to call each other, Mr. Green, Lady Mary, intimacy, cooking!, and Becky.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 31,421 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 38 - Updated: 4/24/2016 - Published: 8/21/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
A Very Proper Bear by mattsloved1 reviews
Mrs. Hudson thinks someone else besides her boys needs a bear. 14th in The Bear Chronicles.
Sherlock - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 659 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 3 - Published: 4/23/2016 - Mycroft H., Mrs. Hudson - Complete
Thirty Years by Mistressdickens reviews
A look at the married lives of the Carsons, told through the wedding anniversaries they share together. Various cameos from Anna, Daisy, Beryl, Tom and Isobel, amongst others, helping to show that the life they lived was filled with the friends and family their life in service had given them.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 37,553 - Reviews: 122 - Favs: 45 - Follows: 32 - Updated: 4/19/2016 - Published: 2/28/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Irresistible by 4luv4evr428 reviews
Lucy has had enough of Ricky's long hours and lengthy trips away from home...or has she? Inspired by a real event in the life of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, and a HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY GIFT TO FF USER LUVSBWAY!
I Love Lucy - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,914 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 3 - Published: 4/12/2016 - Complete
Expect The Unexpected by LisaDouglas reviews
Mrs. Hughes discovers retirement might be far different from what they'd planned. First Downton fic.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 21,522 - Reviews: 103 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 62 - Updated: 4/9/2016 - Published: 5/13/2015 - Isobel C., C. Carson, E. Hughes
Going Into Retirement by olehistorian reviews
Based on a comment Mrs. Hughes alter ego made in an interview about Mrs. Hughes not going gently into retirement after being in charge for so very many years of a large country estate. Set in Series 5 and S6 and beyond. Some series 6 spoilers. Formerly, had the longer title "Not Going Into Retirement Gently"
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 25,158 - Reviews: 313 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 64 - Updated: 4/7/2016 - Published: 7/8/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Second Chances by evitamockingbird reviews
In 4x2, Mr. Grigg asks Mr. Carson "why did you never ask about Alice when we last met, before the War?" What might have happened if Mr. Carson HAD asked Charles Grigg about Alice the first time Grigg came to Downton? This story answers that question. AU Chelsie.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 54 - Words: 97,406 - Reviews: 802 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 79 - Updated: 4/2/2016 - Published: 4/19/2015 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] - Complete
We Need to Do This by elsiecarson reviews
Richard decides to go to counselling with or without Hyacinth and he's booked a week with Dr. Bernie Feld in Hope Springs, Maine. He has to try and persuade Hyacinth to come with him.
Crossover - Keeping Up Appearances & Hope Springs - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 21 - Words: 15,938 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 3 - Updated: 3/30/2016 - Published: 4/7/2013 - [Hyacinth B., Richard B.]
Cannonball by ladyjane77 reviews
At Grantham University, Dr. Elsie Hughes meets Dr. Charles Carson. Their attraction is undeniable, but what she doesn't know about Charles could mean the end of the life she has worked so hard to build. And what Charles doesn't know about Elsie might just mean the loss of the one thing he cannot afford to lose- his heart.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Suspense - Chapters: 9 - Words: 31,116 - Reviews: 78 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 41 - Updated: 3/25/2016 - Published: 6/28/2015
Why She Went by Missy Tea reviews
Its three years later. She walked away, and left a hole inside his heart. He can't breath without her. Will he find his missing part again? Sequel to 'Ask Me To Stay'
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 8 - Words: 12,649 - Reviews: 78 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 26 - Updated: 3/23/2016 - Published: 1/11/2016 - Robert C., C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore - Complete
A New Era, Indeed by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
One-shot as a gift for lemacd, in which the Carsons go up to meet Baby Bates before returning to the Love Nest early New Year's morning, 1926.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,653 - Reviews: 42 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 5 - Published: 3/18/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Where You Belong by storm173 reviews
AU/Modern AU – It's been over two years since Elsie Burns buried her husband. Together with her son, her niece and her cheeky sister, she got her life back to normal. But just then a stranger stumbles in front of Elsie's car and gets knocked out. When he wakes up in hospital he says his name is Charles Carson and insists to have been born in 1856…
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 20 - Words: 75,119 - Reviews: 230 - Favs: 33 - Follows: 58 - Updated: 3/13/2016 - Published: 3/8/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
In The Hands of Cheeky Devils by drippingwithsin reviews
Turning away a beautiful older woman is a very difficult thing to do. Turning away two older beautiful women, well, that's just bloody impossible.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,670 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 121 - Follows: 206 - Updated: 3/7/2016 - Published: 9/19/2015 - [Hermione G., Minerva M., Poppy P.]
The Mysterious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time by nanniships reviews
My first stab at a modern Chelsie AU. Charles Carson meets his neighbor, Elsie Hughes, under less than optimal circumstances. Why put your best foot forward when you can plant it firmly in your mouth? Enjoy!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,911 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 17 - Published: 3/6/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Caught by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
A birthday fic for Mistressdickens, with cover art designed by Dameofdownstairs! This one-shot is set the evening before the Carsons' wedding, and can be considered a prequel to "Shift." Enjoy!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,267 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 5 - Published: 3/4/2016 - E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore, P. Baxter - Complete
Better Than Imagined by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Abbey Bartlet recounts how she fell in love with her husband.
West Wing - Rated: K - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,310 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/27/2016 - [Abbey B., Jed B.] Ellie B. - Complete
If You Love Him, Let Him Go by Missy Tea reviews
It was pathetic, falling in love with a man who would never be interested in her. It was even more pathetic watching him marry someone else.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,032 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 3 - Published: 2/26/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Best of Birthdays by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
A birthday fic for the lovely, amazing Hogwarts Duo! It's Charles Carson's 70th birthday ... however should they celebrate?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,966 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 3 - Published: 2/25/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] [Cora C., Robert C.] - Complete
A Dark Matter by dibdab4 reviews
Changes seem to keep coming Elsie Hughes (Carson)'s way as she continues to settle into life with her new husband. The secret keeper, however, will have to contend with her own long hidden truths as a dark entity makes itself known in the Abbey. Story begins not longer after Christmas Special S6 ends, so spoilers abound.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Supernatural - Chapters: 10 - Words: 45,492 - Reviews: 195 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 2/24/2016 - Published: 1/31/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
A Little Party Never Killed Nobody by ladycobert reviews
Modern Day AU (Sequel to Addicted to Love): The Crawleys cross the pond to spend a few weeks with the Levinsons to celebrate Isidore's birthday.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 21,228 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 40 - Updated: 2/23/2016 - Published: 1/20/2014 - [Cora C., Robert C.] Violet C., Rosamund P.
Charlie's Cooking Lesson by Chelsie Dagger reviews
My rebuttal to the 'cooking fiasco' storyline in Series 6.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,797 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/16/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes]
Journey of the Broken Ideals by LirielleA reviews
Time changes everything, it robs us of the choice to stay who we are. But just like how time can change who we are, it can also help us to grow, even gain something in return. For Hera, it was more than her marriage, more than her love. It was about discovering who she is, who she used to be and the ideals she had lost along her marriage. New Version of Sincerely Untrue
Greek Mythology - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 5 - Words: 19,079 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 58 - Updated: 2/15/2016 - Published: 4/18/2013 - Hera, Zeus
Shift by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
A honeymoon fic, in which Elsie and Charles realize what it means to finally come HOME. "They slipped briskly into an intimacy from which they never recovered." -F. Scott Fitzgerald
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 9,693 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 6 - Published: 2/13/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Honourable by Merida Hughsie reviews
It had been designed to tear them apart, but in the end it had only brought them still closer togther. A story about how love can come from grievous experiences.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 34 - Words: 90,611 - Reviews: 392 - Favs: 82 - Follows: 119 - Updated: 2/13/2016 - Published: 7/30/2013 - E. Hughes, C. Carson
Wedded and bedded by kouw reviews
That first night together is met with no small amount of trepidation
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 7,506 - Reviews: 180 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 63 - Updated: 2/8/2016 - Published: 1/6/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Chelsie Shorts by RhondaStar reviews
This started as a Chelsie challenge - now it's a place to house short stories about this lovely pair
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 5 - Words: 4,591 - Reviews: 59 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 17 - Updated: 2/7/2016 - Published: 1/8/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
You don't think maybe - ? by chelsie fan reviews
Birthday fic for brenna-louise. Honeymoon. Scarborough. Names.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,280 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 5 - Published: 2/6/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
-80 by Pearll reviews
Um acidente rouba oito décadas do maior bruxo da atualidade, mandando-o de volta para sua adolescência... na era dos marotos! O jovem Albus lidará com muitas mudanças, fará novas amizades e viverá um novo primeiro amor. NADA CANON!
Harry Potter - Rated: T - Portuguese - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 9,899 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 2/4/2016 - Published: 7/24/2014 - [Albus D., Minerva M.] Sirius B., James P.
Downton Place by imnotokaywiththerunning reviews
Season 3 AU. Matthew didn't inherit Mr. Swire's fortune and was unable to save Downton Abbey. The Crawleys are forced to sell their home and move to their house in Eryholme. This is Carson's story. Oneshot.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,727 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/3/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Valentines are for the young by Mistressdickens reviews
A Valentines day for our wonderful Chelsie couple does not run along the usual expected romantic lines when they've not yet had the 'talk'. A reflection on what might have happened on that day, set just before the events of season six, episode 1.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,484 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 4 - Published: 1/30/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Downton Academy by chelsie fan reviews
Modern AU. Christmas theme. Robert Crawley is the founder of Downton Academy, an exclusive, traditional, British-style boarding and day school in Chicago. Charles Carson is headmaster for boys, and Elsie Hughes is headmistress for girls.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 16 - Words: 39,982 - Reviews: 419 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 52 - Updated: 1/29/2016 - Published: 11/30/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Sketching Beauty, Proving Truth by Mistressdickens reviews
Spoilers for S6E1: They've not had a proper chance to talk about the wonderful things he said about her to Mrs Patmore, cannot even find a way to begin, but when Charles reveals a hidden talent and sketches his beloved, the drawing allows the love to flow.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 10,509 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 31 - Updated: 1/23/2016 - Published: 1/18/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Discovery by MMADfan reviews
When young Minerva gets herself into a fix in her Animagus guise, she learns a few good lessons. Minerva McGonagall, Augusta Longbottom, Albus Dumbledore, and a surprise character.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Drama/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,597 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 2 - Published: 1/23/2016 - Minerva M. - Complete
Old Scars Heal New Wounds by mrpoohnminnie reviews
Post S6. The Carsons find time for an amorous moment in the housekeeper's sitting room before complications naturally ensue. Trigger/squick warning: a minute amount of blood.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,022 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 5 - Published: 1/22/2016 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Her Body by decanted port reviews
Charles Carson's thoughts on Elsie's body. Bit of an experiment
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 938 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 18 - Published: 1/20/2016 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson]
Uncovering Love by dibdab4 reviews
Aspiring writer Charles Carson is still healing in the aftermath of WWII. As he begins to construct a book based on a collection of journals left by a distant relative, he uncovers the tale of a secret love just as he meets a woman who has the potential to either fill or break his heart. AU that will incorporate Downton characters. Not my characters, but I love them deeply.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 51 - Words: 195,830 - Reviews: 904 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 81 - Updated: 1/19/2016 - Published: 10/24/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Take My Hand by strangertoromance reviews
What happened between the Carsons' wedding reception at the schoolhouse and their arrival back from honeymoon? This is what I imagined.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,167 - Reviews: 95 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 60 - Updated: 1/17/2016 - Published: 12/30/2015 - E. Hughes, C. Carson
Winter Activities by Ludigunde reviews
Chelsie.Winter. My first ever fic.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 1,831 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 1/16/2016 - Published: 1/2/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
How the Love Nest got its name by Mistressdickens reviews
Spoilers for the entirety of season six. Written for Muddlethrough as a prize for winning a tumblr sweepstake, this is an affectionate look at how Mrs Patmore came to title the Carson cottage the Love Nest.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,556 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 7 - Published: 1/16/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore - Complete
Sweet on Edith by Loveedith reviews
First meeting between Bertie and Violet. Canon, I think
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 683 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/16/2016 - Violet C., Edith C., T. Branson, Bertie P. - Complete
Corrections by saye0036 reviews
Skyfall and Spectre redone. The answer to the question; what ever happened to the old Q? James Bond realizes that the most important Bond girl has been sitting across a desk from him for years. A fountain of youth serum makes M and Q young again, as Silva begins his attacks. Skyfall gives way reveal more threats, evolving into Spectre. T rating with some Mature content chapters.
James Bond - Rated: T - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 59 - Words: 123,813 - Reviews: 110 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 24 - Updated: 1/14/2016 - Published: 12/13/2013 - [James Bond/007, M 3] SPECTRE, R. Silva - Complete
The Cat's Pyjamas by spin84 reviews
In 1985 Minerva and Elphinstone celebrate their third anniversary.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,499 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 4 - Published: 1/13/2016 - Minerva M., Elphinstone U. - Complete
Going Another Way by Edward Carson reviews
Elsie Carson encourages her husband to confront a more personal aspect of the new challenge in his life. SEASON 6 CHRISTMAS SPECIAL SPOILERS. The circumspect summary reflects a desire to give nothing away.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,817 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 9 - Published: 1/11/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Family Duty Honor by Missy Tea reviews
Wars were hard. Wars took lives. Wars also meant a Betrothal to a woman he's never met. When you play the game you win or you die.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 22 - Words: 31,017 - Reviews: 216 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 31 - Updated: 1/8/2016 - Published: 8/13/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
By Your Definition of Love by Kat-of-the-Streets reviews
Set in the 'Son of Mine' universe. Fluffy one shot about Patrick and Violet's first Christmas after they have mended their broken fences. A bit of Cobert as well.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,803 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/5/2016 - Violet C., OC, Robert C., Cora C. - Complete
Son of Mine by Kat-of-the-Streets reviews
Pre-Canon and Series 1, AU, no spoilers. Because of a tragic loss, Matthew moves to Downton when he is three years old. How will that change the lives of Robert, Matthew, Cora and Mary? Also a bit of Violet/Patrick.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 57,387 - Reviews: 162 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 61 - Updated: 1/3/2016 - Published: 9/20/2015 - Cora C., Robert C., Matthew C., Mary C. - Complete
Trouble with the Tea by partiallyyours reviews
Mrs. Hughes drinks some troublesome tea. Pre-engagement and all that lovely stuff.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,440 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 12 - Published: 1/1/2016 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Not The End Yet by BigMachoCinephile reviews
Charles and Elsie are a divorced couple, who have to cope with an event which will make them closer.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 16 - Words: 22,501 - Reviews: 123 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 41 - Updated: 1/1/2016 - Published: 5/29/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
How Life Is by RottenWeather reviews
Charles Carson and Elsie Hughes met at university. They fell in love, married, got good jobs and had a family. The perfect life. But sometimes things don't quite turn out the way people plan them... Modern Chelsie AU - a joint venture between theoofoof and RhondaStar47
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 14 - Words: 96,948 - Reviews: 232 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 67 - Updated: 12/31/2015 - Published: 10/27/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes]
Quiet Moments by theoofoof reviews
A collection of stand alone missing moments/post-eps for series 6. How do the episodes continue for our beloved Chelsie? Christmas Special chapter added.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 14,429 - Reviews: 97 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 12/31/2015 - Published: 9/27/2015 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] - Complete
The Chaos Cognizance by Darcyfitz1 reviews
Summary: Admitting the truth to others is difficult. Then there is the matter of admitting it to yourself. Sheldon Cooper discovers that you can't run from your feelings forever. When Amy suffers a near death experience after a trauma, it leaves Sheldon reeling. What happens next will shake the foundation of what is most important in their lives. And who.
Big Bang Theory - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 45 - Words: 345,167 - Reviews: 1540 - Favs: 364 - Follows: 282 - Updated: 12/28/2015 - Published: 1/31/2015 - Sheldon C., Amy Farrah Fowler - Complete
Winter Break by RhondaStar reviews
A Christmas Sequel (of sorts) to Easter Break. We revisit Charles and Elsie during December 2018 and find out what's happening in everyone's lives - how has Charles adjusted to being a Grandfather? How are Anna & John coping with the book store? And what is Elsie hiding from the others?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 14,614 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 20 - Published: 12/28/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Meeting of Midday and Sunset by Winter Leigh End reviews
"I'm old enough to be your grandfather," he said. "I was even your parents' professor before you… Aurora this isn't-" She cut him off with a swift kiss. When Aurora pulled back, she looked at him with a coy smile and whispered, "It's been a long time since you've been a professor to me, Horace." Two-Shot.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,805 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 1 - Updated: 12/27/2015 - Published: 12/9/2015 - [Horace S., A. Sinistra] - Complete
Christmas Memories by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
One-shot fic for the tumblr Chelsie-CS-Countdown - pure fluff, in which Charles has a chance to reflect on the changes that a year can bring. Merry Christmas to my awesome Chelsie/DA family! xx
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,337 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 12/25/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Won't You Meet Me Under the Mistletoe by imnotokaywiththerunning reviews
Mr. Carson only wants a kiss from the housekeeper, but she doesn't seem to notice.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,461 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 1 - Published: 12/24/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The 12 Days of (Chelsie) Christmas by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
A glimpse into 12 Christmas holidays in the lives of our favorite couple, this is a collaborative Christmas fic co-authored by chelsie fan, evita mockingbird, Hogwarts Duo, kouw, Chelsie Dagger, and ChelsieSouloftheAbbey, to commemorate the last-ever Christmas Special of Downton Abbey. (Characters are not ours, but we like to let them have fun!) FLUFF Happy Christmas to All!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 12 - Words: 25,988 - Reviews: 205 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 12/24/2015 - Published: 12/13/2015 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] Mrs Patmore - Complete
The Downton Duckling Drama by Mistressdickens reviews
Inspired by a round robin tumblr post, ducklings invade the Abbey and all hell breaks loose. Complete and utter madness
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,090 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 2 - Published: 12/22/2015 - C. Carson, George C., E. Hughes, Marigold - Complete
For the Woman Who has Everything by nanniships reviews
Written for Day 18 of the Chelsie Christmas Special countdown on tumblr. Mr. Carson doesn't know what to get his wife for Christmas. Prompted by CS teasers.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,092 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/18/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Together by VoyICJ reviews
Charles and Elsie deal with a new challenge. Speculation (and possible spoilers) for the CS.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,758 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 12/16/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Feeling Steady by SWLovers reviews
One-Shot: My take on what may happen between a butler and his wife during s6 Christmas special. *Spoilers for s6*
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,148 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 5 - Published: 12/16/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Ethereal by spoonsoftea reviews
"It is worse because their pity is not his to accept. Not in the way it should have been, had he been a different man. A better man. How he longs – how wretchedly he longs – to mourn her that way, as her husband, her widower. Another pain by which to be consumed." Carson/Hughes with a twist. AU. Dark, with hope. See inside for warnings.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Suspense - Chapters: 4 - Words: 8,598 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 24 - Updated: 12/15/2015 - Published: 10/16/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Mrs Patmore
Missing Moments by GeordieLass reviews
A series of one-shots set during Series 6 and all focused on the wonderful Mr Carson and Mrs Hughes/Carson. These are the additional scenes that, to me, would have made Series 6 even more perfect. S6 spoilers throughout x
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 12 - Words: 15,294 - Reviews: 273 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 37 - Updated: 12/15/2015 - Published: 10/11/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
colours of the rainbow (so pretty in the sky) by Mestizaa reviews
In a world where meeting your soulmate makes you see in colour... based on a tumblr soulmate!AU prompt.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,708 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/14/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
One last time by onmyside reviews
It's New Year's Eve at Downton and Carson thinks about the decision he's made. Has it been the right one? And how will it change his life? Contains spoilers and speculations for the upcoming Downton Christmas Special aka THE LAST EPISODE EVER.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,514 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 12/12/2015 - Published: 12/6/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Worse Things by imnotokaywiththerunning reviews
Elsie Carson deals with a less than pleasant aspect of marriage.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 734 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 12/10/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Prompts by DowntonIsMyLife reviews
Collection of my responses to the Chelsie - Anon prompts. Spoilers for Series 5 CS in chapter 6.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 7 - Words: 6,598 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 12/5/2015 - Published: 6/5/2014 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Mrs Patmore, George C.
On Olympus by elsiecarson reviews
Hades and Persephone have to go up to Olympus for a dinner party hosted by Zeus. Slightly AU since Persephone actually loves Hades in this. Lots of family drama.
Greek Mythology - Rated: T - English - Drama/Family - Chapters: 7 - Words: 6,548 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 43 - Updated: 12/3/2015 - Published: 6/25/2014 - [Hera, Zeus] [Hades, Persephone]
Happiness Tastes of Champagne by Mistressdickens reviews
Spoilers for S6E1. Inspired by the tumblr post that Charles and Elsie's first kiss tasted of champagne. This is just my little musing on that!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,519 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 4 - Published: 12/3/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Whatever the Circumstance by theoofoof reviews
Charles Carson and Elsie Hughes work together at Crawley's Wine Merchants - he is head buyer, she is client manager. They've worked together for ten years and are close friends. Deep down both would like to be something more but it's not that simple... or is it? Modern AU. Chelsie.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 25 - Words: 38,518 - Reviews: 447 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 82 - Updated: 11/30/2015 - Published: 3/8/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Mrs Patmore, Anna S. - Complete
15 Minutes in Hell by theimpossiblegrrl reviews
What happens when each Head of House is required to give a brief talk on "Sex Ed" before the start of school? A series of sixteen drabbles. May never be completely complete. Rating raised to be on the safe side.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 1,998 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 11/29/2015 - Published: 8/24/2015 - Severus S., Minerva M., F. Flitwick, P. Sprout - Complete
I'll Be Here by newgirl87 reviews
AU Season 3. What can a butler offer his best friend when she has been diagnosed with a deadly illness? (NO SPOILERS!)
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Romance - Chapters: 19 - Words: 14,400 - Reviews: 98 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 26 - Updated: 11/28/2015 - Published: 11/11/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Mnemonic by LisaDouglas reviews
EVERYONE reacts to the birth of Anna's baby.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 3 - Words: 1,699 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 32 - Updated: 11/26/2015 - Published: 11/22/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, J. Bates, Anna S.
Valentine's Day At Honeydukes by CUtopia reviews
Marlene does not have a date for Valentine's Day and hides herself in her favourite sweetshop.
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 953 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 3 - Published: 11/19/2015 - Sirius B., Marlene M. - Complete
Simply Too Perfect by DowntonIsMyLife reviews
Charles Carson lives two very different lives and dwells too much on the one he can't have. Set 11 years before Series One.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 20 - Words: 29,657 - Reviews: 256 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 70 - Updated: 11/18/2015 - Published: 6/29/2012 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, OC
The First Morning by Mistressdickens reviews
The first morning of the Carsons lives together. A story inspired by a random thought on the London Underground that Charles never actually knew where the cancer Elsie (didn't) have actually was. This is what my romance addled brain produced to answer that thought.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,203 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 13 - Published: 11/17/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Most Overused Words by EverObservant reviews
His way of explaining the word 'love'
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 742 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 3 - Published: 11/13/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Snowdrifts and Love by Mistressdickens reviews
Inspired by a prompt given by the lovely Daniishep on twitter when I was stuck for something to do in an airport. She suggested a story about the 'Carsons getting snowed in, in their cottage', so here we are.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,956 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 6 - Published: 11/12/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Tactile Obsessions by ScintillatingTart reviews
The sense of touch is perhaps the most important of them all.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 4,839 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 33 - Updated: 11/11/2015 - Published: 9/12/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
A Dark and Snowy Night by songbook reviews
A blizzard snows in the guests of a dinner party at Downton Abbey. Ensemble/Mult Pairings
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 8,512 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 37 - Updated: 11/8/2015 - Published: 10/20/2015 - Robert C., Cora C., C. Carson, E. Hughes
Surrogate Mother by Merida Hughsie reviews
Elsie regretted only one thing in her life. Now many years later Elsie finally understood 'maternal instinct'.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 55 - Words: 78,658 - Reviews: 499 - Favs: 77 - Follows: 116 - Updated: 11/7/2015 - Published: 5/8/2013 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Dr. Clarkson, Sybbie B. - Complete
Well suited by LadyPalma reviews
While Isobel is stil unsure wheter to reconsider or not her engagement with Dickie Merton, she has to face something rather unexpected: doctor Clarkson seems to have found someone new in his life as well.../ Set in 5x08, AU after that. Eventually Richobel; implied Richard/OC, Isobel/Merton and Violet/Igor.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 8 - Words: 12,043 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 14 - Updated: 11/7/2015 - Published: 10/7/2015 - [Dr. Clarkson, Isobel C.] Violet C., OC - Complete
Downton Academy: A Prequel by chelsie fan reviews
Charles Carson and Elsie Hughes run a traditional school in Chicago. This is the story of how they got there.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Friendship - Chapters: 17 - Words: 17,930 - Reviews: 295 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 11/6/2015 - Published: 9/9/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Enough by TeaNSympathy reviews
Richard learns that Isobel will not be marrying Lord Merton and is just as delighted as Violet predicted he would be.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 7,387 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 11/6/2015 - Published: 4/16/2015 - [Dr. Clarkson, Isobel C.] - Complete
About Thirsk by LadyPalma reviews
Many years later, Isobel and Richard finally talk about a topic they had both avoided for too long: what really happened (or actually didn't happen) at the County Fair in Thirsk. I imagine it set in late S6.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,322 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 1 - Published: 11/5/2015 - [Dr. Clarkson, Isobel C.] - Complete
Improvised Dinner by onmyside reviews
What happened after Charles Carson had to cook for the first time in his life? Not what you think... A little ficlet that is supposed to fill the "gap".
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,563 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 3 - Published: 11/4/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
A Moment Alone by Mistressdickens reviews
Spoilers for season 6 ep 7: A certain sofa moment and what might have happened had Thomas not interrupted their peace.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,780 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 5 - Published: 11/2/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Matching Pairs by Aussiegirl41 reviews
Small Halloween fic I had in my head and quickly wrote tonight. For those of you who know it, this fits into the 'A Table for Two' universe. It's definitely not necessary to read it first, however. Enjoy the fluff!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 915 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 3 - Published: 10/31/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Knitting by kouw reviews
Mr and Mrs Carson spend an evening in front of the fire
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 364 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/31/2015 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] - Complete
If you want me by Mrs.Dickens713 reviews
A series of drabbles pertaining to the upcoming wedding/wedding night of Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes. A vain attempt to retrieve some small portion of my life back. M rating for...who am I kidding?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 25 - Words: 9,115 - Reviews: 233 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 43 - Updated: 10/30/2015 - Published: 9/29/2015 - C. Carson
Thunder by 4luv4evr428 reviews
Ricky learns that thunderstorms put his wife on edge.
I Love Lucy - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,318 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 4 - Published: 10/29/2015 - Complete
Peace by EllieRoberts reviews
What should have happened after Robert's operation
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 542 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 4 - Published: 10/28/2015 - [Dr. Clarkson, Isobel C.] - Complete
What if? by dmf1984 reviews
What if Albus Dumbledore and Minerva McGonagall had a son? What if he came to Hogwarts?
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 38 - Words: 152,496 - Reviews: 215 - Favs: 120 - Follows: 111 - Updated: 10/27/2015 - Published: 7/30/2007 - Albus D., Minerva M.
Managing Love by meetmeinstlouie reviews
The managing partner of the law firm Carson, Crawley & Bates has the reputation of being traditional, efficient, and boring. But he becomes the center of gossip, both among his staff and his legal associates, when he does something totally unexpected - he gets engaged. The bigger surprise is his intended - his smart, progressive, and sexy office manager of twenty-five years.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 33 - Words: 94,778 - Reviews: 297 - Favs: 45 - Follows: 54 - Updated: 10/26/2015 - Published: 8/31/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, OC - Complete
With My Body I Thee Worship by bugsfic reviews
When the masters become the pupils.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,979 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 8 - Published: 10/25/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
First Blush by Aussiegirl41 reviews
A new day dawns for Mrs Hughes. A small fic set in season one.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 739 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/24/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Apologize by meetmeinstlouie reviews
SEASON 6 SPOILERS. The mental process of an old booby, and what happens when he figures out what to say.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 935 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 5 - Published: 10/23/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Pillow Talk by Hogwarts Duo reviews
Sometimes, the deepest and silliest conversations take place at night. Between lovers, it's called pillow talk. A series of drabbles featuring Charles Carson and Elsie Hughes Carson.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 13 - Words: 19,651 - Reviews: 300 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 57 - Updated: 10/23/2015 - Published: 7/23/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
A Better Understanding by Mistressdickens reviews
Requested by Phyllibee, this is a look at what might have happened if Mrs Hughes had told Mr Carson about her sister after Mr Bates interrupts them in the season 5 Christmas special. No season 6 spoilers (for once!)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,302 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 5 - Published: 10/22/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
A Simple Rose by 1607hannah reviews
The darkness in her heart and the lightness in his. It would seem an unlikely match, yet Helga Hufflepuff finds herself drawn to a love that she knows cannot last or endure the battles the founders will face. All roses bare traces of green, however golden their petals.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 30 - Words: 69,579 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 10/21/2015 - Published: 5/30/2013 - Salazar S., Helga H.
Filling the Cracks by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
One-shot in which Elsie cares for Charles following a shock. S6 Ep 5 SPOILERS - read at your own risk if you've not seen Series 6 yet.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,554 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 7 - Published: 10/20/2015 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] - Complete
Early Mornings by lha again reviews
A little insight into the first morning in their cottage for Mr and Mrs Carson. Mostly fluff.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 859 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 4 - Published: 10/20/2015
What is surer than Death? by Mistressdickens reviews
Spoilers for S6E5. Set during and after the terrible events of the red dinner (as it will forever be known now), Mrs Carson tries to find a way to comfort her husband.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,141 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/20/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Forgiven by RhondaStar reviews
Directly follows season 6, episode 5. Charles can't sleep following the events of the evening and Elsie has a few things to get off her chest too.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,839 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 8 - Published: 10/19/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Love's Damned Hard by Bremol reviews
A bit of a episode add in, fix, whatever, for 6x5. Spoilers so beware.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,169 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/18/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Back at the Cottage by dibdab4 reviews
Response to Chelsie-Carson's little plot bunny challenge. After news of his Lordship's successful surgery, the butler and housekeeper set off for their cottage and the butler remembers he is also a husband, and, given his behavior during the last week, not a very good one.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 988 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 5 - Published: 10/18/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Who We Truly Are by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
Sparked from an old OTP prompt and a conversation with YellowBrickRoad! Starts angsty and introspective before progressing into friendship, hope, and love, answering the question of what truly makes us FAMILY. Starts after S4 ending, goes AU. Most major cast members make an appearance at some point.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Family - Chapters: 30 - Words: 86,358 - Reviews: 514 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 56 - Updated: 10/16/2015 - Published: 8/13/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Robert C., Mrs Patmore - Complete
His Wife by olehistorian reviews
This is based on S6EP5 spoilers. Mr. and Mrs. Carson have their first meal at their cottage and things don't quite go as planned. Perhaps Mrs. Patmore should have ordered Mrs. Hughes a recipe book along with that wedding dress. Carson sticks is foot in it and has to figure out how to make amends. This is my take on the BTS pictures and spoilers that have been released.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,601 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/16/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Lavender and Sandalwood: A Chelsie Drabble Collection by mrpoohnminnie reviews
An assorted collection of Chelsie ficlets and drabbles. Some of these may morph into longer stories. But until I have the time to write those multichapter fics, I figured I would share what I have so far. Each post will include a timing note and a spoiler warning (if needed).
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 14,954 - Reviews: 166 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 10/14/2015 - Published: 6/22/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Choices and consequences by EllieRoberts reviews
Post or late s6 - Just a short snapshot. Isobel evaluates the choices she's made.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,087 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 4 - Updated: 10/13/2015 - Published: 10/4/2015 - [Dr. Clarkson, Isobel C.] George C. - Complete
Butterflies in the Sitting Room by Mistressdickens reviews
A brief scene between out two love birds on the eve of their wedding. An expansion of that wonderful scene in S6E3 when they are fluttering about each other in Mrs Hughes's sitting room. Spoilers and all that jazz.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,487 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/13/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Cuddle up by kouw reviews
The Carsons on their honymoon
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,075 - Reviews: 89 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 48 - Updated: 10/13/2015 - Published: 10/7/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Jitters by Onesimus42 reviews
Wedding night in Scarborough. Pre-'Fair Scarborough'.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,166 - Reviews: 39 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 10/12/2015 - Published: 10/10/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Easter Break by RhondaStar reviews
Modern AU: Bookshop owner Charles and teacher Elsie are finally dating, sharing their first holiday together in Dubai after months building a relationship. Can they navigate their way through the demons of their past to find a way to stay together for the long haul?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 50 - Words: 354,620 - Reviews: 1246 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 95 - Updated: 10/12/2015 - Published: 4/4/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Mrs Carson, Mrs Hughes by Kissman reviews
Spoilers for 6.04. A brief honeymoon scene in which Mrs. Carson considers her name.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 971 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/12/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Back to Reality by Mistressdickens reviews
Written before S6E4 aired, this is my take on the return home of Mr and Mrs Carson from honeymoon
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,274 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/12/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
What's in a Name? by Mistressdickens reviews
Spoilers for season 6 ep 4. In which I attempt to fix the wrong of Mrs Carson's name reversal.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 781 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 1 - Published: 10/12/2015 - E. Hughes, C. Carson - Complete
Hughson A-Z: Licit by deeedeee reviews
SPOILERLERRRT for s6e1. A riff on that scene at the end of the episode. [Licit: conforming to the requirements of the law; not forbidden; permissible]
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,304 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 7 - Published: 10/10/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Hughson A-Z: Oneiric by deeedeee reviews
SPOILERLERRRT for s6e3. Oneiric: of, relating to, or suggestive of dreams. A one-shot from that moment when Elsie Hughes puts herself to bed on the eve of... well, you know.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 837 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 5 - Published: 10/9/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Who Wants To Knit? by CUtopia reviews
How a bored Albus Dumbledore established the Hogwarts Knitting Club...
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,241 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/7/2015 - Albus D., Minerva M. - Complete
Scottish people by LadyPalma reviews
After the reception, instead of throwing the bouquet, Elsie decides to give it to Isobel along with a certain piece of advice... Consider it a delusional missing moment of 6x03. Isobel-Elsie broship; implied Richobel.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 733 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 1 - Published: 10/5/2015 - [Isobel C., Dr. Clarkson] E. Hughes - Complete
With My Body I Thee Worship by mont-blank reviews
The Carsons on their wedding night. S6 spoilers only if you kind of already know what you're looking for.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,996 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 10 - Published: 10/5/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
A Little Advice by dibdab4 reviews
Last minute girl talk between our bride and Mrs. Patmore as the newlyweds prepare to set off on their honeymoon.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 822 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 8 - Published: 10/4/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore - Complete
Unexpected Gift by Bremol reviews
It's tongue in cheek humor. Some s6 spoilers if you squint really hard.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 457 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/4/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Hughson A-Z: Navigate by deeedeee reviews
s6e2 SPOIRLERLERRT. Follows "Mine." Carson's thinkiethoughts as he tries to figure out just what his opinions are on the wedding location.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,577 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/4/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Good To See You by minerrvas reviews
"A true soldier fights not because she hates what is in front of her, but because she loves what is behind her." Happy 80th birthday, Minerva McGonagall!
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,303 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 12 - Published: 10/4/2015 - Harry P., Minerva M. - Complete
Awkward Conversations by CJaxa reviews
Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes discuss their upcoming marriage with their employers, friends, and downstairs family. Chelsie. T Rating for later chapters.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 5 - Words: 30,545 - Reviews: 91 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 37 - Updated: 10/3/2015 - Published: 8/13/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Fair Scarborough by Onesimus42 reviews
After the honeymoon. Speculation on a relaxed Carson.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 760 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 7 - Published: 10/3/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
With Hearts of Gold by Mestizaa reviews
One moment of weakness, one fleeting moment of temporary insanity is all it takes for Carson and Hughes to give in. S5 AU. Carson/Hughes. Solid M.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 8 - Words: 11,500 - Reviews: 108 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 71 - Updated: 10/2/2015 - Published: 6/8/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes]
The Wedding of the Decade by Mistressdickens reviews
The wedding of Charles Carson to Elsie Hughes. Lots of feels. Pure fluff. Do I even need to write a description?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 13,238 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 25 - Updated: 10/2/2015 - Published: 9/28/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Back and Forth by Aussiegirl41 reviews
Post 6.2 discussion between Mr Carson and Mrs Hughes. Just how is their mood after the excitement of the animal show? Will Mrs Hughes insist on being in charge of the wedding plans?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,866 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 1 - Published: 10/2/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Saying I love you by LadyPalma reviews
Isobel just can't say "I love you" to her fiancè Dickie, but what really is the problem? Why are those three words so difficult to say? It's a Richobel, of course.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,354 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 8 - Published: 10/1/2015 - [Isobel C., Dr. Clarkson] - Complete
All the Things We Cannot Say by spoonsoftea reviews
[SPOILERS] Post season 6, episode 2 - Mrs. Hughes's thoughts on the schoolhouse vs. Downton Abbey reception, and the ensuing conversation with Mr. Carson - with some surprising results.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,124 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/29/2015 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] - Complete
Hughson A-Z: Mine by deeedeee reviews
s6e2 SPOILERLERRT! Angsty angst. A peek inside Elsie's head during the wedding-planning cluster of misunderstandings where everyone means well and no one can communicate (yet).
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 943 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 4 - Published: 9/28/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Sexier with glasses by LadyPalma reviews
Isobel is quite suspicious of why doctor Clarkson decided to wear glasses, when he only has a slight myopia and decides to confront him about it. Inspired by 6x02, because those glasses needed a story.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 964 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/28/2015 - [Isobel C., Dr. Clarkson] - Complete
Layers by EllieRoberts reviews
Someone's got a new haircut :)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 436 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/27/2015 - [Dr. Clarkson, Isobel C.] - Complete
Thirty Days by onmyside reviews
He proposed to her at Christmas and now they will be married in only 30 days! Will one of them get cold feet? What about the dress? What about the wedding reception? Kissing? First names? Each chapter takes a look at one of the days prior to the wedding. Some chapters will be rather long, in others I'll only take a tiny glimpse at our beloved character's lives. K for now.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 9 - Words: 11,054 - Reviews: 150 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 51 - Updated: 9/27/2015 - Published: 9/7/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
The Housekeeper's Tale by Mestizaa reviews
The Doctor meets another Scottish girl.
Crossover - Doctor Who & Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 3 - Words: 2,969 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 9/27/2015 - Published: 11/25/2014 - 11th Doctor, 10th Doctor, E. Hughes, C. Carson
A Hysterical route to Happiness by Mistressdickens reviews
SEASON 6 SPOILERS: Inspired by the amazing gif sets on tumblr of a certain kiss scene in series 6 ep 1, this looks at how the conversation might have gone had Mrs Hughes started to hyperventilate as Carson suggested they should call the whole thing off.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,427 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/26/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Saved By Your Love by Chelsie Dagger reviews
NO SPOILERS!The Carsons celebrate their one month wedding anniversary. Charles tries to explain to Elsie how her love rescued him from an unfulfilled life. Stand alone or supplemental story for Our Little Dream. I've added Robert and Cora to the list of characters. They have a nice little story arch from chapters 21ish to 26ish if you are a Cobert fan. NO SPOILERS FROM SERIES 6!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 33 - Words: 85,473 - Reviews: 414 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 48 - Updated: 9/26/2015 - Published: 5/18/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] [Cora C., Robert C.] - Complete
Never So Sure by chelsie fan reviews
S6 E1 SPOILERS! Birthday fic for evitamockingbird. Picks up immediately after 6X01.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,035 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 1 - Published: 9/25/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Taking the Hint by Lavender and Hay reviews
At the Servants Ball, it doesn't seem that Baxter and Molesley are really taking the hint, until they find help from unlikely sources. Series 6 AU speculation.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,428 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 5 - Published: 9/25/2015 - [Molesley, P. Baxter] [Isobel C., Violet C.]
Hughson A-Z: Flush by deeedeee reviews
s6 pre-episode 1 SPOILERLERRT! [Flush: a sudden rush of intense emotion. a sudden abundance or spate of something. a period when something is new or particularly fresh and vigorous.] Here are more of my pre-Episode 1 speculations on the s6 spoilers. It's a way it could have gone — more or less continuing from Dubious and Edifice.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,665 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 6 - Published: 9/25/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore - Complete
Breath of Life by Aussiegirl41 reviews
A short fic set immediately after 6.1. Contains spoilers of a sort, therefore. Mr Carson is shocked to hear Mrs Hughes's confession.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,278 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/25/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
That Farm Girl by Jemmmmaaaaaaa reviews
I've been fascinated by Mrs Hughes' backstory forever, so this is a little delve into what I have imagined her past to have been. May continue into something more. Series 5/6. [Chelsie]
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 8,446 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 9/25/2015 - Published: 3/17/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Violet Storm by imnotokaywiththerunning reviews
A strange wind has blown over Downton Abbey turning everything upside down for the unsuspecting servants. Completely ridiculous. Multiship. Will involve everyone at the Abbey eventually.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 36 - Words: 19,328 - Reviews: 142 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 32 - Updated: 9/24/2015 - Published: 7/31/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Thomas, P. Baxter - Complete
Proud by spoonsoftea reviews
[SPOILERS] The conversation that should have happened between Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes. Following Mrs. Hughes as she considers what being married to Mr. Carson will actually entail, how she frets, and how she deals with it. Partial re-imagining of episode 1, series six, with all the best bits left in.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,303 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/23/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
If You Want Me by meetmeinstlouie reviews
SEASON 6, EPISODE 1 SPOILERS. If you've watched it, you should know what this is about. If you haven't please don't read unless you want spoilers.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 761 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 6 - Published: 9/20/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Book of Revelation in Their Hearts by Mistressdickens reviews
ATTENTION! There are MASSIVE spoilers for season 6. DO NOT READ if you've not seen the episode, because I won't be held accountable. This is a fic relating to all the Chelsie goodness in season 6 episode 1. I repeat MASSIVE SPOILERS
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,013 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 1 - Published: 9/20/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Tomorrow by meetmeinstlouie reviews
Based on a few seconds of Carson from the trailer. S6 speculation.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 328 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/19/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Charlie by LisaDouglas reviews
Carson catches Mrs. Hughes giving food to Ethel, an AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,163 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/19/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Ethel P., Charlie
While Away by Aussiegirl41 reviews
Will Charlie and Elsie ever get over their jitters to consummate their marriage?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 19,383 - Reviews: 112 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 71 - Updated: 9/19/2015 - Published: 5/24/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Naming of Mrs Carson by Mistressdickens reviews
Part of the tumblr Chelsie Pride challenge issued by Elliehopaunt. Just a matter of what Mr Carson calls his wife. No spoilers for season 6, other than the usual marriage element. So fluffy.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,209 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 4 - Published: 9/18/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Hughson A-Z: Edifice by deeedeee reviews
s6 pre-episode 1 SPOILERLERRT! Follows "Dubious." More speculation on the s6 spoilers. The great facades are crumbling...
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,217 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 6 - Published: 9/17/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Hughson A-Z: Dubious by deeedeee reviews
s6 pre-episode 1 SPOILERLERRT! Speculation on some spoilers from the beginning of s6.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,965 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 9 - Published: 9/16/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore - Complete
Unexpected by imnotokaywiththerunning reviews
"It was just so unexpected," Elsie Carson sniffed. A meme fic
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Parody - Chapters: 1 - Words: 325 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 6 - Published: 9/16/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore - Complete
Say You'll See Me Again by meetmeinstlouie reviews
A weird mishmash of ChelsieSouloftheAbbey's story "Who We Truly Are" and Taylor Swift's song, "Wildest Dreams". Yes, I'm serious. And crazy.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 648 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/15/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Nippy Sweetie by deeedeee reviews
a.k.a NipS. Frequently NSFW. Mrs Hughes and Mr Carson, and a long journey. It started out as sass appreciation, pure and simple, and got a little complicated. CarsonxHughes, CarsonxCarson and HughesxHughes getting over the fears taught by society and getting their shit together. Set during and after s4, with various lines of dialogue from s5 and possibly s6 (we'll see).
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 260 - Words: 152,261 - Reviews: 2898 - Favs: 72 - Follows: 102 - Updated: 9/14/2015 - Published: 8/2/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
The Ace of Hearts by Mestizaa reviews
In which Mrs Hughes confides in Mrs Patmore. Ft. Asexual!Mrs Hughes, and Chelsie in the beginnings of a queerplatonic relationship.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,304 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/13/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Mrs Patmore - Complete
Every Picture Tells a Story by dibdab4 reviews
Some speculation and wishful thinking based on photos recently released in relation to the beginning of Season. We are exactly one week away from the first episode as I post this! YAYYYYYYY!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,642 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 5 - Published: 9/13/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Perpetually Human Part II by mont-blank reviews
Sequel to Perpetually Human: Carson reevaluates his choices.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 7 - Words: 4,387 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 26 - Updated: 9/12/2015 - Published: 7/7/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Broken Road by Just Inevitable reviews
Where Mr and Mrs Carson are retired. [Lyrics by Rascall Flatts' Bless the Broken Road.']
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,927 - Reviews: 79 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 53 - Updated: 9/12/2015 - Published: 1/9/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes]
Aged Beauty by CUtopia reviews
To him, she still was the most beautiful woman in the world, even in her high age.
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 506 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/9/2015 - Albus D., Minerva M. - Complete
Everything by evitamockingbird reviews
An important conversation between Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes. Prompted by that beautiful moment in the Series 6 trailer.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 792 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 4 - Published: 9/8/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Better than Larry Grey by LadyPalma reviews
Despite the disastrous dinner with Lord Merton's sons, Isobel reconfirms her decision to marry him. However, during a dinner at Downton Abbey, Lady Violet is determined to prove that she actually has another Richard in mind. [After Season 5 CS. Implied Richobel]
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 710 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 5 - Published: 9/7/2015 - [Isobel C., Dr. Clarkson] Violet C., Mary C. - Complete
From Me to You by newgirl87 reviews
Attempting to Avoid Season 6 spoilers! Missing Scene Season 3 Episode 3: Mr. Carson attempts to cheer up Mrs. Hughes.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,100 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/5/2015 - E. Hughes, C. Carson - Complete
As Requested by Lindsey Grissom reviews
A collection of Downton Abbey prompt responses, mostly Chelsie. There will be some spoilers for the latest series/special. Rating will only apply to some responses.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 26 - Words: 35,938 - Reviews: 173 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 32 - Updated: 9/5/2015 - Published: 11/8/2014 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson]
Hughson A-Z: Babel by deeedeee reviews
s6 pre-episode 1 SPOILERLERRT! (Babel: a : a confusion of sounds or voices. b : a scene of noise or confusion) (It's a different take on the forehead kiss.)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,639 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 6 - Published: 9/4/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Silent Tears by ScintillatingTart reviews
Too many questions, no answers. Alternative season 3. (Rated T, Carson/Hughes)
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,217 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/3/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Changing Ways by VoyICJ reviews
Planning a wedding is difficult, especially for two people who are used to things going their way. Small spoilers for season 6.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,722 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 5 - Published: 9/3/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Almost is Never Enough by ScarletOHarra reviews
a letter shakes Elsie's walls, making her think of how her life with Charles really is.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 895 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 3 - Updated: 9/2/2015 - Published: 4/12/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Hughson A-Z: Certainty by deeedeee reviews
s6 pre-episode 1 SPOILERLERRT! A oneshot inspired by that gorgeous forehead kiss. In which I speculate that her hands are tightly clutched together at her waist.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,219 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 3 - Published: 8/31/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? by meetmeinstlouie reviews
"I'd like to know that your love/Is love I can be sure of/So tell me now, and I won't ask again." This is what happens while listening to '60s classics and watching a forehead kiss for the 500th time.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,366 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 4 - Published: 8/31/2015 - Complete
Limited emotional vocabulary by Mistressdickens reviews
A small drabble inspired by the recent season 6 trailer. It involves a forehead kiss. You've been warned,
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,186 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 6 - Published: 8/31/2015 - E. Hughes, C. Carson - Complete
Satin and Lace by Londoncalling89 reviews
Mrs. hughes and Mrs. Patmore have a conversation regarding an upcoming wedding night.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,558 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 20 - Updated: 8/31/2015 - Published: 8/14/2015 - E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore, C. Carson
The Marriage Of Equals by Lindsey Grissom reviews
In which the family takes an interest in Mr Carson's wedding plans, the Dowager brings up a surprising point about tradition and Mr Carson questions the knobbliness of his knees - amongst other things.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,220 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 5 - Published: 8/30/2015 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] Violet C. - Complete
All I Really Want by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Emily Gilmore through the separation, from walking out the door to "Come home."
Gilmore Girls - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,849 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 4 - Published: 8/30/2015 - [Emily G., Richard G.] - Complete
About Love by Aussiegirl41 reviews
If not for Mr Carson, Elsie would be all alone in the world. Small standalone fic.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,326 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 3 - Published: 8/30/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
In Letters by Equestrienne Dreams reviews
It began with a letter. Isobel/Clarkson, during the Great War and her sojourn in France. Disregards S3.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 8,482 - Reviews: 56 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 26 - Updated: 8/29/2015 - Published: 1/10/2013 - Isobel C., Dr. Clarkson
Jitters by Mrs.Dickens713 reviews
A nervous Mr. Carson approaches Mr. Bates for advice on his upcoming wedding night.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 9,029 - Reviews: 110 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 8/29/2015 - Published: 7/21/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
The Favourite Granddaughter by DowagerInTraining reviews
Violet and Edith have always been close. Ever since Edith was a little girl. Small snippet scenes from Edith and Violet's relationship during Edith's childhood. DISCLAIMER I don't own Downton Abbey but it is fun to borrow!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,753 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 5 - Published: 8/26/2015 - Violet C., Edith C. - Complete
Love Never Dies by SWLovers reviews
Modern AU: Charles and Elsie are married... to other people. They are part of three couples who are vacationing together in Acapulco. The circumstances change for them and so does their relationship. Based lightly on the 1960 film The Facts of Life.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 24,602 - Reviews: 118 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 24 - Updated: 8/26/2015 - Published: 8/15/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Knowing What Not to Fear by nanniships reviews
If, as Plato said, Courage is knowing what not to fear, Charles Carson is not entirely an exemplar. Fortunately, Mrs. Hughes can relieve fears he doesn't even know he has. It's a day late and a dollar short, but a very happy birthday to our Kissman!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,252 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 1 - Published: 8/24/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Clean Sheets by dibdab4 reviews
A morning one week into the retirement of our butler and his wife.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,269 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 5 - Published: 8/23/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
First time by kouw reviews
Experimental one-shot detailing the Carson's wedding night (tumblr request)
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,607 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 7 - Published: 8/23/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Feasibly Fortuitous Furnishings by nanniships reviews
The rather disturbing piece of furniture that appears in their future sitting room might just grow on Elsie and Charles...given time and opportuntiy. A little birthday Chelsie for olehistorian and frakyeahrahrah over on tumblr. Enjoy!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,130 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 5 - Published: 8/22/2015
Snippets by kouw reviews
Quick and dirty, un-betaed little snippets from everyone Downstairs based on the tiny little spoilers we've been given for S6 so far
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 10 - Words: 4,146 - Reviews: 157 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 8/21/2015 - Published: 8/7/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Anna S. - Complete
A Perfect Truth by VoyICJ reviews
Mrs. Patmore takes matters into her own hands and it leads to a long overdue conversation between Butler and Housekeeper. Spoilers for Season 6.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,231 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 8 - Published: 8/20/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Chelsie Pride by theoofoof reviews
My responses to the #ChelsiePride challenge on Tumbr, where the prompts are quotes from Pride and Prejudice. I may not do them all and they won't be done in the same order as in the original post. I'm using this as a way of trying to get my muse back - it seems she's gone on holiday!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 3,970 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 14 - Updated: 8/20/2015 - Published: 7/28/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Mary C.
A Kiss Goodnight by meetmeinstlouie reviews
After their engagement, all Mrs. Hughes wants is a kiss from Mr. Carson. But even she could not guess how much he wanted to kiss her back. This is Season 6 dreamland. UPDATE: The last chapter is up.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 5,100 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 17 - Updated: 8/18/2015 - Published: 8/15/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Hands and Hearts by Mistressdickens reviews
Immediately post the season 5 Christmas special proposal. A little look at how Mr Carson and Mrs Hughes react to the fact they are engaged. Originally a drabble on tumblr. Pure fluff.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 22,215 - Reviews: 97 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 45 - Updated: 8/18/2015 - Published: 6/20/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Trouble and Strife by Just Inevitable reviews
Where Carson and Mrs. Hughes are now husband and wife.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,463 - Reviews: 73 - Favs: 50 - Follows: 53 - Updated: 8/18/2015 - Published: 9/15/2014 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Last Kiss by Aussiegirl41 reviews
Faced with his very last day at Downton, Charles wonders if he's completely ready for his new life. In my mind, the perfect final Carson/Hughes scene. 'Co-written' by Bugs, enabler of the staircase kiss.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,411 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 4 - Published: 8/17/2015 - Complete
Breaking With Tradition by Edward Carson reviews
The romance of Christmas 1924, focusing on what follows Mr. Carson's enchanting proposal. This is a narrative of the 48 hours after the proposal, with reactions to the news by almost everyone, with emphasis on Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes themselves. Disclaimer: Mr. Fellowes created them, Mr. Carter and Ms. Logan gave them life. I am only borrowing them for a little while.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 11 - Words: 37,330 - Reviews: 103 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 8/6/2015 - Published: 7/21/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Way He Loved Her by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Prompted by a conversation with Rory, Richard recalls how he and Emily met and how (and why) they fell in love.
Gilmore Girls - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,797 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 3 - Published: 8/5/2015 - [Richard G., Emily G.] Rory G., Lorelai G. - Complete
Much Abides by Kelly Chambliss reviews
When Minerva awakens, she find herself near the Forbidden Forest with no idea how she got there.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,906 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 2 - Published: 8/2/2015 - Severus S., Albus D., Minerva M. - Complete
The Aphrodite Method by EMPG22HoPe reviews
Set after Heroes of Olympus: BoO. In order to prevent another horrid pact from spiraling, the three kings, along with their wives, consult Aphrodite for marriage counseling. Little do they know that "The Aphrodite Method" is a far greater hell than Tartarus. Well, as far as any couple who mentally suffered from it is concerned.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 63,200 - Reviews: 145 - Favs: 110 - Follows: 111 - Updated: 7/30/2015 - Published: 6/30/2015 - [Zeus, Hera] Hades, Poseidon
Definition of a Date by newgirl87 reviews
If you give a Carson your hand to hold, he's going to ask for a glass of milk. No, wait. If you give a Carson your hand to hold and he catches you with another man, he's going to ask for a glass of milk. No, ugh, *sigh*, just read it. [post-Series 4 - pre-Series 5] [ONE SHOT]
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,475 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 5 - Published: 7/30/2015 - E. Hughes, C. Carson - Complete
Chelsie Pride Challenge by dibdab4 reviews
New Chelsie series of prompts based on quotes from Jane Austen and PRIDE AND PREJUDICE. Feeling a bit rusty, but happy to be writing about these two sweethearts. This first entry is quite tame, but marking T with the possibility of some future M-ness.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,331 - Reviews: 42 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 7/29/2015 - Published: 7/27/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Fine Eyes by Mistressdickens reviews
Part of the Elliehopaunt Chelsie Pride challenge on Tumblr. Fine eyes and a certain picture frame. Not sure how many of the other prompts I'll manage to do, but I'll post the individually should the muse strike.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,065 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 10 - Published: 7/29/2015 - E. Hughes, C. Carson - Complete
An Awaited Acceptance by Nuuhtella reviews
Minerva McGonagall has loved and lost before. Perhaps it's time to finally put her heart on the line again for her old boss. *I do not own any of the characters in this story, they belong to J.K. Rowling and her affiliates* [QLFC Round 10 (FF Seeker) - Forbidden Relationships 'A Big Age Gap']
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,279 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 7/27/2015 - Minerva M., Elphinstone U. - Complete
Games Night by clfo reviews
A bit of light hearted fun for the staff. One shot.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,681 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Published: 7/23/2015 - C. Carson - Complete
Worth the Wait by Mistressdickens reviews
Mrs Hughes receives her first kiss from Mr Carson, which also happens to be her first kiss ever. A short fluffy look at a moment between our favourite Butler and Housekeeper
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,828 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 5 - Published: 7/19/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Hat in Hand by mascaret reviews
Done with his time on the stage, Charlie Carson wants to return to his old way of life but returning to the Abbey he finds a less than cheery reception - and it seems he is not the only one to have fallen in his Lordship's favor.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 6 - Words: 8,990 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 7/16/2015 - Published: 5/30/2015 - Violet C., C. Carson, OC
The Hogshead, the Secrets of the Order, and Dolores by GraceBe reviews
Minerva McGonagall and some members of the Order of the Phoenix meet in the Hogshead - and chaos ensues. There's also a hint of romance for our favourite Transfiguarion teacher :-) rated T to be safe.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,533 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 4 - Published: 7/15/2015 - Remus L., Severus S., Minerva M., Aberforth D.
Decisions by newgirl87 reviews
Carson and Hughes Character Studies: the fateful moments and decisions that have kept them on the path towards one another. Carson first. Hughes Second. And a combined decision epilogue. Don't be too fooled by the genres - there's some humor and comforting stuff in this too.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 3 - Words: 7,901 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 7/13/2015 - Published: 6/28/2015 - E. Hughes, C. Carson - Complete
Living a Little by mrpoohnminnie reviews
Post Season 5. A short, multi-chapter fic about Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes living a little on the night of the Servant's Ball.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 10,422 - Reviews: 80 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 49 - Updated: 7/12/2015 - Published: 1/17/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Truth Dawns by Chelsie Dagger reviews
AKA 'One Million Words'. Celebrating over two years and One MILLION archived words on Fanfic! Please raise a glass of sherry or single malt and enjoy this little bit of sentimentality.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,622 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 2 - Published: 7/7/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Mr Carson Buys a House by Mistressdickens reviews
Just a few vignettes of Mr Carson's thoughts over buying a house with Mrs Hughes. One shot.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 991 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 5 - Published: 7/7/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Nothing Gets Done by nanniships reviews
A slightly steamy Chelsie in honor of our Mona for her birthday! When Mr. Carson makes a decision...he makes a decision. Probably OOC, but lots of fun regardless.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,349 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 7 - Published: 7/1/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Dress by Daalny reviews
What we notice. For Batwings79 and the pictures she sent me.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 321 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 2 - Published: 7/1/2015 - Isobel C., Dr. Clarkson - Complete
As Time Goes By by LisaDouglas reviews
Carson never could've guessed who would answer when he placed an add for a new housekeeper at Downton. Based on the 90's series As Time Goes By.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,769 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 20 - Published: 7/1/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mary C.
Ravenclaw Knocks by WeLonelyOldSouls reviews
A little thing that I thought up regarding the ravenclaw doorknocker. One-shot. Enjoy.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 569 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 6/30/2015 - Albus D., Minerva M., F. Flitwick - Complete
Letters by MelodyPond77 reviews
"The checkboxes were still two blank fields of opportunity, but she knew she should just pick up a quill and check one off." - or the one with a matchmaker, owl post, and decisions.
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 983 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 1 - Published: 6/29/2015 - Minerva M., Elphinstone U. - Complete
Neverwas by ScintillatingTart reviews
A sense of self is all they have left to share between them. (Rated M, Carson/Hughes)
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 25 - Words: 66,083 - Reviews: 153 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 35 - Updated: 6/28/2015 - Published: 4/27/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
A Song Complete by olehistorian reviews
Mrs. Hughes reflects on poetry of the heart. A one-shot placed in Series 6. This is a companion piece and a prequel to "Sleepless." Based on the prompt: "Every heart sings a song, incomplete, until another heart whispers back. Those who wish to sing always find a song. At the touch of a lover, everyone becomes a poet." ― Plato
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 498 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 3 - Published: 6/24/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Not So Tough After All by EMPG22HoPe reviews
Set: After MoA where Hera leaves Olympus unannounced. "This pain, this undeniably, excruciatingly, inevitable pain has brought her to dangerous extremes. And despite being a goddess, immortality was never the pill to that kind of pain. That pain that's conquered by fear." Zeus/Hera-centric
Percy Jackson and the Olympians - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,045 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 64 - Follows: 28 - Updated: 6/20/2015 - Published: 10/26/2013 - Hera, Zeus - Complete
You Make Me Sing by meetmeinstlouie reviews
"And in this crazy life, and through these crazy times/It's you, it's you, you make me sing./You're every line, you're every word, you're everything." Inspired by the song "Everything" by Michael Buble. A companion to "A Lifelong Love Letter". One shot.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 964 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 4 - Published: 6/17/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Under the Sun by SiriusMarauderFan reviews
Minerva spends a sunny day in the garden with her husband and nieces and nephew. one shot.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,024 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 4 - Published: 6/15/2015 - [Minerva M., Elphinstone U.] - Complete
Broken china by tanya-arianneNL reviews
Grief can be a tricky thing. One shot set after Matthew dies, from doctor Clarkson's POV
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,844 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 9 - Updated: 6/15/2015 - Published: 6/8/2015 - Isobel C., Dr. Clarkson
8 by partiallyyours reviews
Before the wedding, Mr. Carson & Mrs. Hughes have a disagreement.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,956 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 6/13/2015 - Published: 6/7/2015 - Complete
Tarnished by Bremol reviews
That day at the sea changed Elsie Hughes' life. Season 4 CS spoilers.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 50 - Words: 75,706 - Reviews: 635 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 66 - Updated: 6/13/2015 - Published: 2/23/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] [Dr. Clarkson, Isobel C.] - Complete
Lovesick by chelsie fan reviews
Charles Carson is lovesick. Elsie Hughes is both the cause of his illness and its cure.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 6 - Words: 10,678 - Reviews: 169 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 38 - Updated: 6/12/2015 - Published: 4/7/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Tradition by Plotter at heart reviews
Newly appointed Elsie Hughes finds a journal in her desk.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 12,528 - Reviews: 147 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 37 - Updated: 6/12/2015 - Published: 6/2/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Dog House by SiriusMarauderFan reviews
There are some things you have to get used to when your husband can turn into a dog. Minerva hated all of them. one shot.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 860 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 6 - Published: 6/11/2015 - [Minerva M., Sirius B.] - Complete
Softie by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
Can Charles manage to pull off a surprise for Elsie's birthday? Pure fluff, a birthday fic for the lovely Lady Aurelia Crawley! Possible companion piece for Music of the Heart and Surprise for a Friend. Cover art by the lovely brenna-louise!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,868 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 2 - Published: 6/11/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
First Impressions by FlamingToads reviews
Lin invites Kya to dinner, however Kya is a little anxious being in the presence of the woman that tried to kill her mother.
Legend of Korra - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,253 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 7 - Published: 6/11/2015 - Chief Lin Beifong, Kya, Toph Bei Fong - Complete
First Impressions by Missy Tea reviews
Elsie is a struggling reporter, Charles a retired musician who's ex wife is set to release a tell-all book. What happens when Elsie is sent to get his side of the story by her power hungry boss who has fingers in too many pies? Modern AU
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 18,348 - Reviews: 103 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 32 - Updated: 6/11/2015 - Published: 3/4/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
That Wall by JustSterling reviews
Mr. Carson, tear down this wall!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,917 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 6 - Published: 6/10/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore, Daisy - Complete
Ghost Writer by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
What if Charles Carson really DID go to Haxby? This question has always haunted me, and this is my answer. A fic request to fit the song "Ghost," by the Indigo Girls. Also includes sentiment from "My Immortal," by Evanessence, and "The Promise," by Tracy Chapman. Playlist on Spotify.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,694 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 5 - Published: 6/9/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
A Lifelong Love Letter by meetmeinstlouie reviews
"Tell the world that we finally got it all right/I choose you." Based off of the song by Sara Bareilles, "I Choose You". One shot.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,004 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 2 - Published: 6/9/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
A Sunday Revelation by Mistressdickens reviews
Anna and Mr Carson learn of the only time Mrs Carson was ever truly angry. Inspired by a tumblr prompt.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,473 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 2 - Published: 6/9/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Anna S. - Complete
Gang aft agley by newgirl87 reviews
Season 5 Christmas Special Spoilers! After Christmas eve, Mr. Carson cannot sleep for thoughts of a certain Scottish woman. He hatches a plan perfect for Christmas, but, as the saying goes, the best laid plans often go awry. With guest appearances of all our favorite characters, poor Mrs. Hughes must follow through on tradition, even if it means kissing hall boys. (Long One Shot)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,848 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 1 - Published: 6/9/2015 - E. Hughes, C. Carson - Complete
Staff Statutes by brains attack reviews
Sometimes, things get crazy in the staffroom at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and, sometimes, these lead to new rules on the (in)famous list of Staff Statutes.
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 3,165 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 40 - Updated: 6/7/2015 - Published: 5/31/2015 - Severus S., Albus D., Minerva M.
Growing Together by AnxiousRobot reviews
All girls are a complete and utter nuisance - especially younger ones with thick Scottish accents.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 1,753 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 6/6/2015 - Published: 4/9/2013 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Scene From A Train by LoveUnderLockAndKey reviews
What may have happened on the way back from London... (VERY silly drabble)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 236 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 3 - Published: 6/6/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore, Daisy - Complete
Voices by olehistorian reviews
This is a series of vignettes based on how Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes observe the other's voice the first time they have the occasion to hear the other express anger, guilt, fear, passion, consternation, silence, etc. The rating begins as a K but will change to a M as the story progresses. The chapters will form a complete story as we move along.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 20 - Words: 25,994 - Reviews: 338 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 45 - Updated: 6/4/2015 - Published: 9/3/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Take Care by minerrvas reviews
Her loved ones simply remembered her as Minerva.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 338 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 10 - Published: 6/4/2015 - Minerva M. - Complete
It May be Worth the Scandal by NothingMadeMeHappen reviews
What happens when the widowed Lord Carson falls in love with his housekeeper? A scandal, and a love story.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 7 - Words: 10,052 - Reviews: 102 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 42 - Updated: 6/2/2015 - Published: 3/30/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Family matters by princegeorge reviews
Now that they're Mr and Mrs Carson, Charles wants to know more about his sister-in-law.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,526 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 2 - Published: 5/31/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
No one ever dies for wanting too much by A-Study-In-Magic reviews
Sir Robert King was not the only one caught in the explosion in MI6. When M is injured in the blast, they are about to find out that it is someone from the past who is out for revenge, and they plan to succeed by any means necessary. However, Bond is determined to stop their assailant, before he takes the one person who means the world to him, M.
James Bond - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Crime - Chapters: 10 - Words: 21,964 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 5/31/2015 - Published: 5/16/2014 - James Bond/007, M 3, B. Tanner
Stuck with you by GeordieLass reviews
This story will follow Mrs Hughes and Mr Carson after the Series 5 Christmas Special, taking the story forward following Mr Carson's enchanting proposal of marriage. Other characters will feature as we see how those Downstairs and Upstairs react to the engagement x
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 60 - Words: 90,811 - Reviews: 1702 - Favs: 121 - Follows: 117 - Updated: 5/29/2015 - Published: 12/28/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Starting to Understand by Hogwarts Duo reviews
Charles Carson learns about Mrs. Hughes's past and it opens his eyes to the future. Companion story to I Don't Understand You.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,501 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 5 - Published: 5/25/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
I Don't Understand You by Hogwarts Duo reviews
Elsie confuses Charles when she helps Grigg out of the workhouse. Perhaps, there is more to the story and her motives.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,674 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 5 - Published: 5/24/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
A First Time For Everything by olehistorian reviews
Mr. Carson grows roses for the Downton Flower Show and Mrs. Carson learns that there is a first time for everything.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 712 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 5/23/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Our Little Dram by Chelsie Dagger reviews
1926. Mrs. Patmore relives an embarrassing memory.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,733 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 2 - Published: 5/21/2015 - Mrs Patmore, E. Hughes, C. Carson - Complete
Surprise for a Friend by ChelsieSouloftheAbbey reviews
Elsie and Charles are cooking up a surprise...Pure fluff! Happy Birthday, chelsiefan! S5 spoilers.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,284 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 5/21/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Mrs Patmore - Complete
Dusty envelope by Cindy Ryan reviews
missing scene for Language of Bees. While searching for Damian's file Mary finds something Holmes had written for her.
Laurie R. King - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 644 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 1 - Published: 5/21/2015 - Complete
Taking Inventory by klswhite reviews
Mrs. Hughes uses some of the cuts in staffing the family has made to her advantage. I don't own any of the characters. Trust me if I did there would be a lot more Chelsie and a lot less of any of the upstairs characters (except the Dowager Countess because she priceless).
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 106 - Words: 91,203 - Reviews: 1697 - Favs: 78 - Follows: 90 - Updated: 5/21/2015 - Published: 11/10/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Catch Me When I Fall by VoyICJ reviews
With Anna in prison, Mrs. Hughes struggles with her role in the downstairs family. No spoilers for the CS.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 10,511 - Reviews: 128 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 45 - Updated: 5/19/2015 - Published: 12/10/2014 - E. Hughes, C. Carson, Anna S. - Complete
Coming to Terms by Aussiegirl41 reviews
Elsie tries to come to terms with her new surname.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 339 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Published: 5/18/2015
Don't You Ever Do That Again! by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Very short story of five year old Lorelai disobeying her mother and Richard having to deal with the aftermath.
Gilmore Girls - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 962 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 1 - Published: 5/13/2015 - Emily G., Lorelai G., Richard G. - Complete
Our Little Dream by Chelsie Dagger reviews
A stream of consciousness/interior dialogue piece exploring Carson and Mrs. Hughes in the four months between her revelation about Becky and Christmas. AND BEYOND! Both POV's.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Angst - Chapters: 32 - Words: 82,004 - Reviews: 549 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 68 - Updated: 5/13/2015 - Published: 1/3/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Grantham Arms by kouw reviews
When the past catches up with the present, it isn't always easy to deal with its consequences. Alternate Universe fic, almost spoiler free, includes a very proper Butler and a very different role for the person we normally know as Housekeeper Elsie Hughes. Will often not be safe for work.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 25 - Words: 43,164 - Reviews: 531 - Favs: 59 - Follows: 62 - Updated: 5/13/2015 - Published: 1/4/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
A Heart Transfigured by Gabriel Gatsby reviews
Minerva McGonagall never thought she'd love anything as much as magic, and it's like a dream come true when she's invited to join others of her kind at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. What she's not expecting is the new love she finds there, whilst under the kind and careful tutelage of the most captivating man she has ever met. (Warning: accidental injury)
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,303 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 10 - Published: 5/6/2015 - Albus D., Minerva M.
Hughson A-Z: Arduous by deeedeee reviews
Post-S5 Christmas Special. There are many paths they've walked together. BIRTHDAY GIFT FOR KOUW, YO! SFW and then NSFW.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,121 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 6 - Published: 5/5/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Too Quiet by nanniships reviews
Chelsie children! The Bates family interrupt Mr. Carson's day, but he doesn't mind too much. For the fabulous kouw on her birthday!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,793 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 6 - Published: 5/5/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, OC - Complete
Scenes from a Marriage by VoyICJ reviews
Charles and Elsie try to adapt to retirement and marriage
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 16 - Words: 29,525 - Reviews: 357 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 62 - Updated: 5/4/2015 - Published: 9/8/2014 - E. Hughes, C. Carson - Complete
Creature Comforts by mascaret reviews
Complete. The backstory of 'When Kneazles Attack.' Set during Voldemort's first reign.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 41 - Words: 72,671 - Reviews: 373 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 57 - Updated: 5/2/2015 - Published: 5/27/2004 - Albus D., Minerva M. - Complete
Goodbye by My Dear Professor McGonagall reviews
There isn't a perfect, or even a right way to say this.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,076 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 6 - Published: 5/1/2015 - Ron W., Hermione G., Minerva M. - Complete
Vicious Trollop by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Post-episode for "There's the Rub" (s2ep16) after Lorelai and Emily go to the spa and Emily dances with the silver fox and they steal the robes.
Gilmore Girls - Rated: K - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,620 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 4 - Published: 4/30/2015 - Emily G., Richard G. - Complete
These Lonely Souls and Empty Hearts by sliceofperfection reviews
When two lonely souls meet, their hearts have no choice but to either fill until they burst or remain empty. Such is the dilemma Rosamund Painswick faces whenever American playboy, Harold Levinson visits London during the summer of 1923 and begins to show an interest in her. An AU Harold x Rosamund story w/bits of Cobert and Martha x Violet snark sprinkled throughout.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 38,030 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 29 - Updated: 4/29/2015 - Published: 12/26/2013 - [Rosamund P., OC] [Robert C., Cora C.]
He called it love by EllieRoberts reviews
I don't even know what to call this piece...just a random thing I jotted down to blow off steam! Reviews are always welcome :)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 223 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 2 - Published: 4/29/2015 - [Dr. Clarkson, Isobel C.] - Complete
Fool by Gelana reviews
My first Chelsie ficlet, which seems to have grown into a multi chapter fic. Roped into something by Lady Mary, our intrepid butler is worried about repercussions.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 3,498 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 4/26/2015 - Published: 3/30/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Meet the Family by EspoirDio reviews
Set several years after the end of The Nanny. Emily has some news for her divorced parents but she isn't all too sure how they will take it.
Nanny - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 17 - Words: 39,056 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 4/26/2015 - Published: 2/27/2015 - [CC B., Niles] - Complete
An Animagus's Predicament by Emanium reviews
Set in 1950. First it's wet dreams, then she's lusting after the entire Hogwarts staff. What's more- Albus is handsome today, as in really, incredibly good-looking. TransfigurationProfessor!Albus x DADAProfessor!MinervainHeat. We're in for a lemony ride.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 5 - Words: 10,757 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 40 - Updated: 4/26/2015 - Published: 3/22/2015 - [Albus D., Minerva M.]
Monotone of the Rain by Emanium reviews
Set in 1898. Upon her retirement as Hogwarts Headmistress, Minerva was to fulfill one thing that was asked of her by the former Headmaster. Little did she know she would be taken a century back in time to meet the teenage prodigy Albus Dumbledore. TransfigurationProfessor!Minerva x SeventhYear!Albus featuring ExchangeStudent!Gellert (Yikes!)
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 8 - Words: 49,943 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 52 - Updated: 4/25/2015 - Published: 3/28/2015 - [Albus D., Minerva M.] Gellert G.
Coming Home by mrpoohnminnie reviews
A Sunday afternoon Chelsie ficlet. Set after S5.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,372 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 4/25/2015 - Published: 4/19/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Loaded From The Start by Lindsey Grissom reviews
Pre-Stubborn Love oneshot. Because our favourite Professors had to meet somehow.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,485 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 1 - Published: 4/24/2015 - E. Hughes, C. Carson - Complete
Great Deeds: Volume I by My Dear Professor McGonagall reviews
Part I of a collection of moments in the life of Minerva McGonagall. "For there are many great deeds done in the small struggles of life." - Victor Hugo
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 64 - Words: 86,472 - Reviews: 904 - Favs: 148 - Follows: 97 - Updated: 4/23/2015 - Published: 6/21/2014 - Minerva M. - Complete
Nurmengard Chains by cateliot reviews
It was 1944 when Albus Dumbledore and several teams of Aurors liberated Grindelwald's prison during the Great War. They broke free the dozens of captives and lost souls held there only to find a surprise chained in the most heavily guarded tower cell. Her name was Minerva McGonagall and she was the reason Albus Dumbledore came. Complete.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Drama - Chapters: 12 - Words: 18,931 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 64 - Updated: 4/20/2015 - Published: 7/28/2014 - Albus D., Minerva M., Gellert G. - Complete
The Quiet Game by satomobile reviews
Kazuo challenges Lin to a friendly game.
Legend of Korra - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,484 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 6 - Published: 4/19/2015 - Chief Lin Beifong, OC - Complete
Hogwarts, A History by Lindsey Grissom reviews
No one's surprised when she's sorted into Slytherin. No one's surprised and no one expected it because no one knows her well enough to expect anything. She's normal – muggleborn – and the only reason anyone might have to recognise her name is that in her shock at seeing her first letter-delivering owl, she set her Hogwarts letter alight and had to be sent a second one.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Fantasy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,629 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 3 - Published: 4/18/2015 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] - Complete
The Grey Stones of Ipswich by Londoncalling89 reviews
When tragedy befalls Anna, Mrs. Hughes comforts her with a tale of two lovers torn apart by a tragedy, fear and harsh social rules. After purging herself of her ghosts, Mrs. Hughes decides its time to rekindle a love burned out by sorrow before its to late.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 18,306 - Reviews: 118 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 59 - Updated: 4/16/2015 - Published: 8/18/2013 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Anna S.
Practice Makes Perfect by nanniships reviews
A tumblr Chelsie wedding day drabble featuring a friendly wager
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 975 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 1 - Published: 4/6/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Molesley - Complete
Hughson A-Z: Troth by deeedeee reviews
Mr Carson pauses for about two seconds in the middle of an important event. Angst-free.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 512 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 4/6/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Wildest Dreams by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Pre-series, slightly AU. Richard and Emily meet for the first time and nothing really goes as expected.
Gilmore Girls - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,331 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 1 - Published: 4/5/2015 - [Emily G., Richard G.] - Complete
Bathing in Love by Merida Hughsie reviews
A twinkle in his eyes, he remembered another aspect of his years of foolishness. "Well, well, well, it's time to bring my other talents into play." An idea had formed in his mind and he couldn't wait to put it into action. Another continuation of 'Tonight' and 'Wine Tasting'. This is has a lot of references to 'Wine Tasting' and deals with Charles plan to thank his Elsie properly.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,781 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 4 - Published: 4/2/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Carson and Hughes, from A to Z by evitamockingbird reviews
A collection of one-shots featuring Charles Carson and Elsie Hughes, using a set of prompts written by Kissman - one prompt for each letter of the alphabet. Some fluff and some angst. High angst updates will include a warning at the beginning of the chapter. A few chapters may include S5 spoilers, but there will ALWAYS be a spoiler warning at the top of the chapter.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 26 - Words: 46,787 - Reviews: 369 - Favs: 33 - Follows: 52 - Updated: 4/1/2015 - Published: 9/17/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Death of a Phoenix by lokilette reviews
As Fawkes sings his lament over the mourners at Albus Dumbledore's funeral, Minerva McGonagall recalls the moments she shared with a man she learned to love. K for swearing.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,906 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 1 - Published: 3/31/2015 - Albus D., Minerva M. - Complete
Charles Will See by dibdab4 reviews
Wedding day dawn for our beautiful bride.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,274 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/31/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
The Candle Burns by Eady of Old reviews
With the time for the wedding fast approaching, Elsie Hughes felt more than a bit nervous. My first Carson/Mrs. Hughes-centered story.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,876 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/31/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
A Friendly Wager by dibdab4 reviews
Story written by request for auntjezzy on Tumblr to celebrate THE WEDDING! Hope I got the scenario right, love! Somethings afoot downstairs and the staff start a friendly wager...
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,828 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 8 - Published: 3/31/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Falling for you by Inlovewithcomedy99 reviews
NEW VERSION! After rumours circulate that Mr Rumbold and Mrs Peacock are having an affair, the staff of the ladies and gents department set out to find out the truth. When Captain Peacock and Mrs Slocombe gain proof of the affair, how will it affect their relationship. Will it be the final nudge to make them admit their feelings? Or does fate have other plans? Please R&R.
Are You Being Served? - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,457 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 1 - Published: 3/30/2015
Adjusting by Ralinde reviews
Every couple has to overcome their differences when they move in together. Minerva and Elphinstone were no exception.
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,812 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 1 - Published: 3/29/2015 - Minerva M., Elphinstone U. - Complete
Wine Tasting by Merida Hughsie reviews
After their Christmas festivities, Elsie does some studying of a particular song. This song gives her inspiration, but her husband, her stout and stoic butler gives her the confidence she needs to overcome her shyness. Nsfw
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,777 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/28/2015 - E. Hughes, C. Carson - Complete
For Old Time's Sake by Stormcircle reviews
Zeus and Hera, long since divorced, meet again in modern Japan. Where will this encounter take them?
Greek Mythology - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 4 - Words: 10,942 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 21 - Updated: 3/28/2015 - Published: 1/31/2015 - Hera, Zeus - Complete
Such Moments We Steal by Emanium reviews
Oneshot! Set in a Hogwarts corridor, preferably close to the Transfiguration classroom for Minerva's sake. A five minute conversation between the Headmaster and his Deputy upon her return from a two week trip. Patience is a virtue, Albus.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,316 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/26/2015 - [Albus D., Minerva M.] - Complete
Ungodly Hours by deeedeee reviews
Married Chelsie fluff. Bonus: an extra 20% gibberish at no added cost to you, the reader! It's a response to a leetle tumblr tease prompt thingie: "Who in your OTP asks the weird questions in the middle of the night and who hits the other one in the face with a pillow?"
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,000 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/23/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
and a sixpence for your shoe by princegeorge reviews
Wedding bells, a wedding trip and some more happiness for our favourite couple.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,335 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Published: 3/23/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Her Secrets by evitamockingbird reviews
One by one, Elsie releases her secrets.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,691 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/23/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
The Gift by professional-amateur reviews
Mrs. Hughes runs into trouble in the village after buying a present for Mr. Carson
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 26 - Words: 26,033 - Reviews: 224 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 58 - Updated: 3/22/2015 - Published: 10/15/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Give Me Strength by LittleLongHairedOutlaw reviews
It is Mrs Hudson who marshals Mycroft into order.
Sherlock - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 991 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/22/2015 - Mycroft H., Mrs. Hudson - Complete
Guide Me Home by Emanium reviews
Oneshot! Set in 1946. After the war, Albus becomes increasingly obsessed with visiting Grindelwald in Nurmengard. Minerva is worried when her lover comes home depressed, drunk, aroused, and with no intention of stopping. ADMM, dub-con. Implied ADGG.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,609 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/21/2015 - [Albus D., Minerva M.] - Complete
Tonight by Emanium reviews
Oneshot! Set in 1944. Albus finds Minerva and Tom together after their graduation ball, and takes her back to his office. Merlin knows he has only meant to bid her goodbye before she leaves on the train come morning.
Harry Potter - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,709 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 33 - Follows: 7 - Published: 3/17/2015 - [Albus D., Minerva M.] - Complete
What Andy Heard by dibdab4 reviews
Follow up to "An Old Scottish Tradition." Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes have taken a big step, but does the staff already know?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 9 - Words: 14,249 - Reviews: 141 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 31 - Updated: 3/16/2015 - Published: 3/10/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Minerva's Boys by Alexannah reviews
[Mother's Day Special '15] "Your House will be like your family within Hogwarts." For those in Gryffindor, it is. So much so that Minerva McGonagall receives Mother's Day gifts by the hundred. But what about those who were put in other Houses?
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,890 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 236 - Follows: 57 - Published: 3/15/2015 - Harry P., Severus S., Minerva M. - Complete
I Wish You Would by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
A random evening during the separation.
Gilmore Girls - Rated: K - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 958 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Published: 3/13/2015 - Emily G., Richard G. - Complete
An Old Scottish Tradition by dibdab4 reviews
Set just after end of S5 Christmas Special. What was supposed to be a simple half-day trip to the house of Brounker Road turns into far more than either Mr. Carson or Mrs. Hughes had expected. (Nothing crazy, just an idea that has been bouncing around my noggin).
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 4 - Words: 7,071 - Reviews: 42 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 25 - Updated: 3/9/2015 - Published: 3/6/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
I really don't know by Kat-of-the-Streets reviews
Violet thinking about Prince Kuragin. She asks for advice from someone rather unlikely. Stream-of-consciousness with some dialogue. Please let me know what you think!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,274 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/8/2015 - Cora C., Violet C. - Complete
Impatience by partiallyyours reviews
After the engagement.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,636 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 14 - Published: 3/6/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Venomous Tentacula by Ralinde reviews
Minerva didn't want her lessons to be interrupted for anything that wasn't serious. But when Albus came knocking, she didn't know how serious thing would get.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,067 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/5/2015 - [Minerva M., Elphinstone U.] Albus D., P. Sprout - Complete
A Little Blessing by NothingMadeMeHappen reviews
What does little Ainsley Hughes want for Christmas? Will Santa or her Mummy grant her wish? Modern AU
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 10 - Words: 15,342 - Reviews: 97 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 3/2/2015 - Published: 12/24/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
From M&M to C&E by mrpoohnminnie reviews
After hearing/seeing Phyllis Logan refer to Mr. Carson as "Charlie" in the Downton S5 recap on the PBS website this morning, this little idea hatched over the course of the day. Here's a little look into the domestic bliss that I hope will be Chelsie. Oneshot, ficlet.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,261 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/2/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Something new by princegeorge reviews
Marriage preparations for Mr Carson and Mrs Hughes
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 823 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/2/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Chelsie Challenge by dibdab4 reviews
My first Chelsie Challenge. Loving it :)
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 28 - Words: 34,001 - Reviews: 251 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 26 - Updated: 3/2/2015 - Published: 2/3/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
28 Days of Chelsie Goodness by dillyydallyy reviews
A series of cute, angsty, romantic, funny drabbles featuring the cutest couple of the 20th century.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 27 - Words: 15,888 - Reviews: 202 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 3/1/2015 - Published: 2/3/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Chelabbles and Drelsies by nanniships reviews
A place to park the Chelsie drabbles from the Chelsie Challenge prompts from tumblr! All ratings possible, but we're gonna go with T to start...
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 27 - Words: 15,278 - Reviews: 171 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 2/27/2015 - Published: 2/2/2015 - C. Carson
UnProfessional by SylvaDragon reviews
Poppy thinks that Minerva spends too much time alone, and trys to convince her that she needs a man in her life, someone to love her as she deserves. A fluffy Albus and Minerva story. ADMM
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,101 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 5 - Published: 2/26/2015 - Albus D., Minerva M., Poppy P. - Complete
In The Zone by MJistheBOMB reviews
I wasn't even sure where I was going with this one-shot when I started writing it but here you go! One of the characters was, "In The Zone." Find out who in this Shamy one-shot. Rated M. Thanks for reading!
Big Bang Theory - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,132 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 11 - Published: 2/26/2015 - Sheldon C., B. Kripke, Amy Farrah Fowler - Complete
The Prince's Guard by Winter Leigh End reviews
Eileen Snape-Prince has been entrusted with a family heirloom and she plans to protect it with her entire life until the day comes she must pass it onto the next Snape-Prince. One-Shot. Sequel to Mettle.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,620 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 5 - Published: 2/24/2015 - OC - Complete
Chelsie Drabble Challenge - a collection of CarsonHughes one shots by onmyside reviews
The butler and housekeeper are finally a couple after 5 series of "will they, won't they". To celebrate this and to get through dark and rainy and snowy winter, chatelaine-s started the Drabble Challenge over at tumblr. I will collect all the stories I write in this one file. They will not necessarily be related to each other but they have Carson/Hughes as main characters in common
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 13 - Words: 11,658 - Reviews: 121 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 2/20/2015 - Published: 2/2/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
Of letters and jealous headmasters by Inlovewithcomedy99 reviews
When Minerva gets a mysterious letter, Albus cannot help but be curious as to its sender. When he over hears some of the teachers gossiping about the 'mysterious man' Minerva is meeting, will Albus let his jealousy get the better of him? Will it be the end of a possible relationship, before it has even begun? My first ever fanfic. Please R&R.
Harry Potter - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,775 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/18/2015 - Albus D., Minerva M. - Complete
Match Made by Aussiegirl41 reviews
Charles and Elsie still manage to surprise each other. Small sentimental Carson/Hughes fic for Valentine's Day
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,290 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/15/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Feeling Better by AndAllThatMishigas reviews
Post-episode Driving Miss Gilmore. Emily returns home after her day with Lorelai.
Gilmore Girls - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,788 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/14/2015 - [Emily G., Richard G.] - Complete
Prompts by kouw reviews
Every now and then, the chelsie-anon leaves prompts in my ask, for which I am very grateful. I am uploading the finished stories here for both pleasure and keeping things organised. Reviews are very much appreciated. Rating from fluffy K to steamy M!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 25 - Words: 22,580 - Reviews: 203 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 2/13/2015 - Published: 7/18/2013 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Questions by Lavender and Hay reviews
Mary tells Isobel about what Violet said about missing her if she marries Lord Merton, and Isobel tries to assuage Violet's fears.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 719 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/11/2015 - [Isobel C., Violet C.]
Don't Let Me Go by Missy Tea reviews
Song fic, season 5 spoilers. Charles and Elsie's thoughts afterwards.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,081 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/11/2015 - E. Hughes, C. Carson
In the twenty-third year by JustTrollingUniverse reviews
A glimpse into the life of Elsie Hughes. Starts with her first day at Downton in 1902, captures moments of the following years - one for each. The last chapters might contain spoilers, if you haven't watched Series 5.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 13,719 - Reviews: 49 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 38 - Updated: 2/10/2015 - Published: 1/5/2015 - E. Hughes, C. Carson
One Hundred by Kissman reviews
A series of drabbles. Each 100 words exactly. A bit of an experiment.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 10 - Words: 1,232 - Reviews: 96 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 10 - Updated: 2/8/2015 - Published: 4/10/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
To All Appearances by chelsie fan reviews
After spending a few minutes with Mrs. Carson, Mr. Carson appears at dinner a bit ... off. A birthday gift for brenna-louise.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,175 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 2/6/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Empathy's Sorrows by dillyydallyy reviews
Both Mr. Carson and Mrs. Patmore have noticed some changes in their friend. Definitely S5 spoilers.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,022 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 2/5/2015 - Published: 1/30/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Mrs Patmore - Complete
Sideways by Aussiegirl41 reviews
A lot of things had been said and written about Mr Carson, but the term 'hopeless romantic' was a first.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,072 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 4 - Published: 2/5/2015 - Edith C., C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Cookie Crumbs by SiriusMarauderFan reviews
Young Minerva receives a visitor while stuck in the infirmary after a nasty Quidditch fall. one shot.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 583 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/4/2015 - Albus D., Minerva M. - Complete
Charades by EspoirDio reviews
Written for oldpaul. Set after Dummy Twins when Niles and C.C. unexpectedly meet again and have to pretend to be a couple.
Nanny - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 10 - Words: 23,940 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 2/2/2015 - Published: 1/2/2015 - CC B., Niles - Complete
How Long Has It Been by Mona Love reviews
A Drabble for Imestizaa :). Charles and Elsie's wedding night does not go as planned...
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,475 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/1/2015 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Flights of Fancy by CUtopia reviews
Umbridge inspects Rolanda's lesson - soon after, the Staff Room won't be the same again... Snooch, MMAD
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 23 - Words: 29,738 - Reviews: 75 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 2/1/2015 - Published: 6/18/2014 - [R. Hooch, Severus S.] Dolores U., Albus D.
Reactions by theoofoof reviews
How did the staff and family react to news of Mr Carson and Mrs Hughes' engagement? A follow-up to 'Christmas Morning, 1924' so please read that first.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 8 - Words: 10,947 - Reviews: 128 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 56 - Updated: 2/1/2015 - Published: 1/3/2015 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Mary C., Mrs Patmore - Complete
Double Date by afinemess5 reviews
Niles invites CC along for a double date, and it goes about as well as you might imagine. Oneshot.
Nanny - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,209 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 4 - Published: 1/29/2015 - CC B., Niles - Complete
Twinkling by cateliot reviews
The Five Short Affairs of Albus Dumbledore and Minerva McGonagall. His twinkling blue eyes, her raised eyebrow. His chuckle, her witty comeback. His mystery, her loyalty. A collection of their five affairs, spanning over their lifetimes, in different times and places. Five completely unrelated one shots. Albus/Minerva. Now Complete.
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 4,877 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 1/29/2015 - Published: 1/2/2015 - Albus D., Minerva M. - Complete
Brilliantine by evitamockingbird reviews
What fascinates Mrs. Carson on the day after her wedding? Companion piece to "Chestnut and Silver."
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,239 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/29/2015 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] - Complete
Beyond A Doubt by Lindsey Grissom reviews
Sequel to Beyond The Sea. The early days of married life for our reunited sweethearts. Story told as a series of connected 'first time' drabbles.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 25 - Words: 18,837 - Reviews: 251 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 1/27/2015 - Published: 10/11/2014 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson]
Girls' Night by WhatsThatShip reviews
The witches on the Hogwarts staff have a girls night. Minerva doesn't approve of the gossip and suggestions put forth by the other staff, namely Rolanda Hooch and Pomona Sprout. Implied MMAD
Harry Potter - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 3 - Words: 3,393 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 1/26/2015 - Published: 11/6/2014 - Albus D., Minerva M., R. Hooch, P. Sprout - Complete
Becky by olehistorian reviews
This story has Season 5 spoilers. It covers a snippet of Mrs. Hughes backstory relating to her sister who resides in Lytham St. Anne's. She and Mr. Carson are traveling for a visit.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Family - Chapters: 10 - Words: 12,703 - Reviews: 205 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 45 - Updated: 1/26/2015 - Published: 12/29/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes - Complete
Chestnut and Silver by evitamockingbird reviews
What fascinates Mr. Carson on the night of his wedding?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 886 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 1 - Published: 1/24/2015 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] - Complete
Keys of Sentimentality by NothingMadeMeHappen reviews
Mrs. Hughes and her keys...
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 610 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 1/22/2015 - [E. Hughes, C. Carson] - Complete
Locus Amoenus by afinemess5 reviews
A surprise from CC's past disrupts Niles and CC's lives.
Nanny - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 35,074 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 10 - Updated: 1/21/2015 - Published: 1/5/2015 - CC B., Niles - Complete
