"Their world seems to expand and contract simultaneously, and Robert Crawley is reminded that he is a very small man, who is witnessing the evil capriciousness of nature."

Robert Crawley didn't know how to be in love, but a beautiful young American teaches him how to. (Modern AU) Different worlds, different lives, but somehow, they collide.

December 1962 - Sybbie Branson Langston returns to Downton, and to her beloved Donk, to help her family prepare the estate for its public opening. In the process of organizing what were once private rooms, one seemingly insignificant memento reminds everyone that we are all a part of a story that began long before we were born. (A Cobert Holiday Fanfic)

"...if you can honestly say you have never let a flirtation get out of hand since we married, never given a woman the wrong impression, by all means stay away. Otherwise, I expect you back in my room tonight." A 'what if' exploring how the narrative might have changed had Robert NOT gone back to Cora's bedroom at the end of Episode 6 in Series 5.

2016 Cobert Holiday FanFic Exchange. A quiet moment on the precipice of chaos.

Little pieces that could go here and there over season five. Rating may go up in future so M to be safe.

"In the early days of their marriage, when she was still rather unhappy and alone, Cora had made a habit of disappearing to free herself from the judgment and biting remarks." Spoilers for 3x05 as it takes place sometime after 3x06.

A collection of drabbles, all of which have a muse word. Each chapter will be a different word, starting with a different letter, all alphabetically organized. Some are drabbles from my tumblr account, but those that are new will be denoted by an asterisk (*) after the chapter title.

Cora is trying to be a good hostess. Robert thinks they should do more fun things. Set somewhere in season 6 before 6x05, though could be seen as earlier.

A bit AU. Not long after the war, Evelyn and some comrades come to Downton. And after Cora learns of Robert's wandering eye, she takes kind and at first innocent comfort from one of their guests until she realises too late that the friendship she has formed is completely inappropriate. It especially does not sit well in parallel with her fragile marriage. Warning for cliffys.

Simon Bricker ignited a powderkeg when he snuck into Cora's room that night. Like a phoenix, the Crawley marriage eventually rises from the flames stronger than ever. However, at first, it has to burn like hell. Angst. Sex. ANGST.

A series of vignettes detailing pivotal moments in the early years of Cora and Robert Crawley from the setting of their dressing rooms. Ratings will vary by chapter.

Extended Cobert & girls scenes following the dinner scene in 6x05. Spoilers from Series 6 inside. Proceed with caution.

Sequel of sorts to Dolce Notte. Robert is on the mend, which means he can resume normal activity. This is Very Good News for everyone, especially us.

Cora & Robert decide to live a little, and show their love and appreciation for one another. Basically, a smutty, porny, Cobert one-shot with minimal spoilers for mild references to 6x01.

Unlike most aristocrats of their time, the Earl and Countess of Grantham have shared a bed for most of their marriage. But there have been nights when Robert's presence was unexpected...

When the vows of marriage are tested by illness, memory can heal and harm.

There are several scenes from various seasons that I have often wondered, what happened after that? This is a series of one shot looks at these scenes. Hoping to update weekly, mostly Cora and Robert scenes. Will also take suggestions if you have a scene you wanted to see what may have happened right after. Some M, some tame. A mixture really.

very short drabble series on the makings of a family (from tumblr, as I'm archiving linear drabbles) *cover image art by Anna Eliza Hardy*

Compilation of speculative Simon Bricker drabbles (from my tumblr blog, as I'm archiving some of my more linear drabbles) *Season 5 Spoilers, most only speculative in nature*

A series of loosely connected vignettes - the love story of Robert and Cora through the eyes of those around them. I'm fascinated by third person POV stories, and how different characters interpret what they see.

a Cobert Holiday Exchange fanfic, featuring young!cobert

50 companion drabbles to complete "Say When". Canon compliant through the Christmas Special. Robert and Cora face an uncertain future...together. Updated daily.

Cora and Robert find their way back to each other after 5.05. Loosely based on a tumblr prompt.

Mary, Edith and Sybil's views on their parent's marriage.

Robert and Cora have been married for a year, and what started out as an awkward business partnership as slowly grown into something more comfortable and familiar. But as the two grow even more as one, are the expectations of their union what either of them anticipated from one another and from others?

Cora and Robert go for an evening stroll and get caught in the rain. Rated M just to be on the safe side.

A collection of one-shots presenting Robert and Cora in their interactions with their children and grandchildren. Told from different characters' perspectives throughout different periods of canon/pre-canon.

AU John Durham, Heir Apparent to the Dukedom of Furringham married Cora Durham nee Levinson on 29th November 1886 when she was 18 and he was 26. During their courtship he gave no indication that he was anything other than a gentleman whose fathers' estate was in trouble. Now, less than 3 months after their marriage, the situation has drastically changed...

Cora goes through the grieving process following Sybil's death

"Now from his breast into the eyes the ache/of longing mounted, and he wept at last,/his dear wife, clear and faithful, in his arms,/longed for as the sunwarmed earth is longed for by a swimmer." The Odyssey by Homer. After the events of 2x08, Robert is feeling guilty.

This is my take on the 5th series. Mostly Robert/Cora but all most all major characters make an appearance. Major character death. You've been warned.

Cobert Winter Wonderland Smut Exchange (2013): A confession during a late night walk alters everything for Robert and Cora.

Cobert Summer Smut Exchange. The discovery of Cora's hidden lingerie magazine leads to a bout of heat in Robert. Nominated in M-rating in Highclere Awards 2014.

Robert and Cora spend January 1, 1890 alone together at Grantham House, reflecting on how far they've come.

SPOILERS. My take on what happened after Cora said that brilliant line! Sorry if its too much M but there's fluff as well near the end! :) xxx

All it takes is one summer afternoon in a secluded section of the gardens for Robert to realize why his wife's always enjoyed this time of year. For the Cobert Summer Smutfest.

How will Cora's pregnancy affect the family? Their marriage? Sequel to Heartlines.

Cora and Robert travel to Venice, leading to a surprise when they return home.

A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person. Cobert Valentine Smut Exchange!

Robert came home from London after securing Branson's freedom and he went straight to his room. Basically, he exorcises his disquiet in the arms of his wife.

Welcome to the Highlands!

Cobert Holiday Fanfic Exchange! Christmas at Duneagle has made Robert a very cranky boy.

It is Christmas Eve and Robert almost blows it... *Cobert Holiday (Smut) Fanfiction Exchange* Merry Christmas!

In London on their first Christmas together, Robert takes Cora shopping and finds the part where she tries on the new frocks far more intense than he realized. Cobert Holiday Fanfic Exchange!

Robert is in London on business and meets a mysterious woman. Very M.

When the problems and tensions seem insurmountable, two people draw strength and comfort from each other. Or Robert/Cora/Carlise.

It was one of the oldest establishments in the village and had a very ignoble reputation. However, what it lacked in lush amenities it made up for in anonymity. For his purposes, the Frog and Nightgown was a most appropriate location. (Complete!)

During his Grand Tour, Robert Crawley falls in love with a captivating French woman. He spends a few perfect months with her before the distress of DA's finances forces him back to England and into a marriage of convenience. His new wife is beautiful and sweet, he might not love her, but he is drawn to her. This is the story of Robert and Cora Crawley and their life together.

A marriage that has spanned three decades. Three beautiful daughters. The rise and fall of everything they've ever known. And still they love each other. Drabbles based on Robert and Cora's relationship, pre-series one through Christmas Special 2011. Winner of a Highclere Award for series 2013. Nominated in multi-chapter in 2014.

This story has been written for and inspired by krisnreine, whom I dared to write what became "Best Served Cold". Rosamund tries her hand at mixing a potent drink for Robert, Cora, and Violet. Set between S2E8 and the Christmas Special.

As the Spanish flu sweeps through Downton, Robert returns to Cora's bedside and reflects upon the woman he married.

Falling into life, a series of pre-canon Robert/Cora drabbles. 50 prompts, 100 words each. Loosely following the first two decades of marriage, children, and Downton. Updated Daily.

There's the first time...and then the first time it matters. Bedtime reminiscences.

"She turned to smile at him then, her eyes tired but brimming with love for him, and he leaned in to press a kiss against her sweat-soaked temple. In her arms, their tiny son whimpered. Somehow, everything was wonderful." If only, if only, if only. Runner up in the angst/hurt/comfort category in the Highclere Awards 2013. Nominated 2014.

Robert reflects on his relationship with Cora during the war as he watches her sleep in the early hours of 1st January 1920.