A collection of shorts based on a one word or short phrasal prompts, mostly stand alone unless otherwise noted. All shorts feature Mrs. Hughes though Mr. Carson pays lots of visits as well. T overall

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?

When John's daughter and Anna's son become friends at nursery school, they don't expect their lives to change forever.

Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes have something to get used to.

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.

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…

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.

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.

Mr. Carson only wants a kiss from the housekeeper, but she doesn't seem to notice.

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?

Spoilers for season 6 ep 4. In which I attempt to fix the wrong of Mrs Carson's name reversal.

It's their wedding day - the happiest day of their lives. Finally Mrs Hughes and Mr Carson tie the know. A little one shot that stars at the wedding reception and explores her feelings. (I wish this was T)

The Carsons on their wedding night. S6 spoilers only if you kind of already know what you're looking for.

Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes discuss their upcoming marriage with their employers, friends, and downstairs family. Chelsie. T Rating for later chapters.

"It's you." Esme opens her eyes to a new life, and the man who has haunted her dreams for a decade. Follow her tale as she discovers herself, gains an unconventional family, and lives a love story that rivals the classics.

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).

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.

Charles Carson is a widower with a daughter; Elsie Hughes is a maid with a past. Will they be able to overlook their failings and love one another? (Rated M for... monkey business.)

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.

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

What would our story have been like if Mr. Carson & Mrs. Hughes had secretly married in 1914? Many characters are in for a roller coaster ride of humour & heart as they furiously try to keep it all under wraps. An alternative look at the story we've come to love so well. *Starts during S1E6*-Chpt 15 & 34 are a bit M

UA beginning in early 1900's. Elsie Hughes married Joe Burns when she was 17. He was a tenant farmer for Lord Grantham, had made a good life for her and their son, Benjamin. When Joe and Ben travel to Bristol to sell crops, circumstances arise that bring Elsie and Charles Carson together for four days. It changes everything about them.

Charles Carson and Elsie Hughes work together for Downton Radio, where he has his own show and she is his producer/technician. They have worked together for a great number of years and their attraction is palpable - but will they get together? Modern AU - this story celebrates my fiftieth fic!

Mr. Carson plans another outing for the staff. Will he fare any better than he did in his first attempt? Happy Birthday, Kissman! Cover image by brenna-louise!

Modern/AU. John Bates has taken up the vacant Deputy Headmaster post at St Peter's Secondary School in York. Here he meets up again with old friend and headmaster Robert Crawley, as well as Head Of English, Anna Smith.

Mr. Carson knows for certain that something is not right. Something odd is happening downstairs, and it's just as bad upstairs. The problem is that he has no idea what's causing all the trouble. Can Mrs. Hughes help him? A very cracky crack!fic, featuring Carson, Hughes, and a very AU Mrs. Patmore.

Elsie leaves Downton. How long will it take Charles to realize it was a mistake to let her go? ...A touch of angst, and whole lot of Chelsie lovin' :) Will definitely be going M :) xoxo

A collection of little one shots that will form a complete story in the end. Small scenes of the Carson/Hughes relationship we all want so badly to become canon soon.

Mr. Carson thinks he is alone downstairs when he hears music coming from the servants' hall. He's surprised at what he finds when he investigates.

This is my first fic ever & English isn't my mother tongue, so I apologise in advance... :) It's about the wonderful DuMardle ship, aka Josie Mardle and Florian Dupont and takes place right after The Kiss (we all know what Kiss, right? ;)) in 02x07. I conveniently *forgot* about the last scene of the ep in which miss Mardle hands Agnes the telegram, I hope you can forgive me. xoxo

Slightly AU version of what could have happened with a favorite Butler and Housekeeper. Basically this makes me smile and I hope is does the same for you.

A response to a Chelsie anon prompt a frustrated Carson confronts Elsie regarding her behavior towards himself and Anna causing Elsie to break down...certain circumstances put Elsie in a position to have to protect Anna and her self... series 4 spoilers.

What was it she had said to Mrs Patmore? Something about everyone having their heart broken at one point or another… One shot.

Charles Carson and Elsie Hughes post Series 4. What happens following their tender moment at the beach?

The baskets and blankets are packed away and it's time to return to London. But will Charles Carson leave his carefree side at the beach or has he finally found his steadying force? This is my take on the famous beach scene. SPOILERS FOR S4.

Response to a Tumblr prompt

After marrying and retiring, the ghosts of Elsie's past creep into the bliss-filled life she shares with Charles. Can he help her overcome them? A closely related, but non-sequential partner to "The Burdens We Carry".

My thoughts on the Christmas Special. Short and sweet. Spoilers for 4x9.

Charles finds Elsie with the children and learns something about himself that he hadn't realized which leads to his night ending in a way he hadn't even thought to wish or hope for. Written in response to the chelsie-anon Christmas prompt on tumblr.

Christmas 1922, Mr. Carson gives Mrs. Hughes a very thoughtful present. Hughes/Carson friendship with some fairly romantic undertones. Oneshot.

As the prospect of retirement looms for the Butler of Downton Abbey will Charles and Elsie finally part ways or will they find happiness and fulfilment together? This story is set at some point after Series 4.

A little fic to go with our perfect Chelsie beach pics :)

A Thanksgiving story based on a Chelsie anon prompt. CarsonxHughes. How do they celebrate the American tradition at Downton Abbey? Will it lead to revelations?

Charles worries about the future, but Elsie manages to put his mind at ease. Carson/Hughes AU. Contains sexually explicit content.

Yep. Episode 4.4 fic about the pic. Enough said. Cover image by brenna-louise!

Elsie learns something about Charles that breaks her heart. Can it be mended by something unexpected? Runner up in the final Highclere Awards 2014.

Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes experience a gradual but welcome change in their dealings with each other. Mostly Carson/Hughes with a smattering of other characters, including Mrs. Patmore and Lady Mary. Cover image by brenna-louise!

November 1921- An AU series 4. Sequel to Moving Forward- With the house in mourning, Charles and Elsie consider life together and retirement. How will the rest of Downton be affected? Lots of Cora and Robert and Mary as well. Might go T rating later, but will start out mild.

This is an AU story set during Series 4 and is largely a Chelsie story, following the relationship between Charles and Elsie. However Robert, particularly, plays a significant role in the story as an unlikely friendship develops, and to a lesser extent Cora. As both relationships face difficulties, a friendship offers much comfort.

Charles & Elsie have finally retired, and this is their first Christmas in their new home. Will they let the holiday pass them by or will they celebrate it?

When a ghost from Elsie Hughes' past reappears in her life she is forced to make a long-overdue confession. Series 2 AU.

Even in the midst of a storm, we can find peace and happiness.

This story will follow the relationship of Elsie Hughes and Charles Carson. It will focus on their unspoken feelings finally emerging. It is set during Series 4.

An AU version of what could have happened if Elsie Hughes had made different choices in her life. Winner of a Highclere Award

A handsome Italian stranger finds his way to Downton. Will he also find a place in Elsie's heart?

Just a quick little Chelsie piece ;)

When Robert and Cora wake up one morning in the year 2010, it's up to Carson and Mrs Hughes (with the help of rest of the household) to figure out how to get them back. A dual Cobert/Chelsie fic. Will contain some sci-fi/action.

A school trip to London; in which pupils get lost, staff get drunk, and rational thought flies out of the window. Tom/Nicki!

Intimate encounters keep popping up for Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes. Will they ever take advantage of them, or continue to waste their chances?

Downton's attractive new Head Housemaid has set her sights on Mr. Carson. Is this the end for our favorite Butler and Housekeeper? Will have an M rating eventually ;)

Charles and Elsie both worry a lot, mainly about each other (characters: Charles Carson, Elsie Hughes, Thomas Barrow, Mary Crawley, Anna Bates, Alfred Nugent, Edith Crawley , Mrs Patmore, John Bates) rating has gone up for chapter 9, 10 ,11 and 17)

As Elsie Hughes continues to struggle with her fears, the secrets she keeps start to unravel all around her.

They welcome each other home (drabble) (warning: mature content)

Snapshots from random moments in the lives of Charles and Elsie Carson. What does life have in store for them?

Elsie has a problem, she needs someones help to solve it, but she's not sure how to go about that. Rated T for now, though it may be upgraded to an M for later chapters. Please review but be gentle it's my first fanfic! Disclaimer: I don't own them, I only wish I did.

A sleepless night for Mrs. Hughes and Mr. Carson leads to an unexpected confession. Spoiler Alert: Post Season 3 Finale!

Elsie comforts herself - warning: explicit sexual content

Set during series 2 episode 6 or 7. The end of the war changes the lives of two of the occupants of Downton Abbey dramatically. Will their romance blossom or die? Sorry I suck at summaries and titles. Please read and review, no flames please.

Following on from Series 2 Episode 5, this story speculates about the future of Sister Bernadette's relationship with Dr. Turner.

Charles buying a Valentine for his lady friend. An outtake from Yorkshire Tea Room. Set in 1924.

This is my first Fan Fic, VERY passionate, emotional and racy, contains spoilers from Series 3. I explore what would have happened if Mrs Hughes had lied to Mrs Patmore about her lump being benign and how in Mr Carson's utter frustration for the illness ignites a passion that neither of them can resist. MK Disclaimer: These are Julian Fellow's Characters, I have not created them

Elsie has always been a bit more receiving of the new ways and things than Charles. This go round it's not a toaster that gets him riled up...and this time he might just been more accepting.

Elsie gets caught in the storm and doesn't want to drag the rain and mud all through the house, so she decides to get warm in the scullery. But is she alone? (mature content)

Elsie Hughes's arrival at Downton in 1902. The sequel to May Day. This will likely not make a lot of sense unless you've read that first.

Modern AU fic in which Charles is a successful hotelier and Elsie a renowned fashion designer. Other Characters of course show up around them, some perhaps in unexpected ways.

Tumblr prompt. Our couple have a Christmas kiss.

A frank discussion of Mr Carson's prejudices after Ethel leaves Downton.

A little one shot inspired by the Downton Abbey Christmas Trailer from ITV. Mrs. Patmore and Mrs. Hughes have some tea, with rum, and consequences.

AU. The how and where you meet isn't always the most important part. There are people in life who we are always drawn to and the rest is just semantics.

Carson is retiring and does not want to spend his retirement alone.

A little treasure and a larger one: Mrs. Hughes finds them both. SERIES 3 SPOILERS!

They say that still waters run deep, a calm surface can be so misleading. Before Anna and Bates there was another valet and head housemaid who fell in love. This is their story.

Why Mr Carson was so flustered when he came into the corridor to find out what the shouting between Thomas and Jimmy was about...

SERIES THREE SPOILERS "Are you alright, Mr Carson?"

Downton 1922 and some of the staff feel the need to retire.

Sometimes Beryl wondered if she was the only one with eyes in her head. Set during season 3, so spoiler alert.

Crack fic based on admiration of Mrs. Hughes's dressing gown. Silly fluffiness

AU. Based off season 3 and some spoilers so be warned. During an argument about the Bransons, Elsie breaks down in tears in front of Charles. Though they soon recoil, she remains distant from him. Something else is wrong. He just doesn't know what.

Find full story under T rating

The countess of Grantham has been harboring feelings for someone she fears may never be able to properly love her back.

When Martha Levinson arrives at Downton Abbey, Mrs Hughes and Mr. Carson are confronted with their past and with something that was never meant to be revealed... the question is: why does Mrs. Levinson knows it? And will she reveal the secret? A short fic about the first tiny bits of the series 03 trailer. AU!

Mrs Hughes and Mr Carson's reaction to the end of the war brings them closer than either of them think is appropriate.

Fanfic re:TV series "Lovejoy" dodgy antiques dealer/rogue in 1990s UK . Lady Jane's husband Alex invites her and her BFF Lovejoy to join him on a work trip to the US. Infidelity and hijinks ensue, UST abounds, and there's strawberries in the hot tub.

Elsie Hughes has left Downton Abbey. She has changed dramatically: can Charles help her return to the old Elsie?

Four Times Mr. Carson Found Porn In Possession Of His Employees And Almost Overlooked It—And One Time He Did Something Else Entirely. Based on a kink-meme prompt a friend of mine posted on Tumblr a while ago. Not to be taken seriously...

During a hot summer's afternoon, Mrs Hughes spends a heated moment in her sitting room.

The mice come out to play. The family are away on holiday leaving the servants with a lot of spare time.

They grow from lust to love. Rated M for a reason and I am not talking violence...

New people move to town and rumour has it that they're not to be messed with!

My first probably lame attempt...short and hopefully not too bad.

Lady Mary Crawley causes an argument between Mr Carson and Mrs Hughes which soon, however, leads to a disagreement over love below stairs.

AU warning! Elsie and Charles are married, but things are not going the way Elsie would like. Graphic in places. Experimental. From sparse to fluff. rated M because of the graphic content in the first chapter and the smut in the third now uploaded! .

Mrs Hughes finds herself under the weather. Carson has to work beyond the constraint of rules and his fear of impropriety to take care of her. Friendship with a hint of more possibly.

Mr Carson feels guilty. A short one-shot.

The summer of the last London Season before the war. Carson has left for London leaving behind a birthday present for Mrs. Hughes, asking for a decision.

Elsie's thoughts on her life with Charles. Experiment. No longer a one-shot. Reviews very much appreciated, as well as advice on how to proceed. First person POV from Elsie, Charles, Charlie. Others will be added as time goes by. All K .

Elsie dreams of things that might have been. Not corrected, not beta'd, not anything, but uploaded because of a Chelsie Anon on Tumblr!

A move to London and a new job give Elsie Hughes the break she has been waiting for. AU

Charles and Elsie have Downton Abbey all to themselves. Finally. Not Safe For Work!

Charles has an invoice he cannot make head nor tale off, so he goes to find Elsie. What else could he do? Steaminess ahead and M-rated because of it.

Following a heated argument, young Charles and Elsie, who is pregnant at the time, split up, but Charles is given a chance to return a year later and be the father that he has always wanted to be. An entire story based on a dream.

Aaaand, it seems that all my fics lately are based on clothes. This was inspired by the fic 'Mrs Hughes' New Dress', though my rating WILL go up in later chapters. This is a story of Mrs Hughes and Mr Carson in 1922, where the hemlines are shorter :

Charlie is making a habit of falling asleep in Charles Carson's arms. Fluff. No regrets. Carson/Hughes one-shot

There is so much he should have done. He wonders if it's too late now.

Once you throw the dice, you have to accept the outcome and play the game, but are they ready for this?... A Lovejoy/Jane story, AU to the end of "Members Only" and "Highland Fling".

She tried to enjoy these last weeks she had with him as much as she could, tried to imprint every moment they had together in her memory, knowing that once he had left, it would never come back. Mr Carson is forced to consider retirement.

A party, a night off, Mrs. Hughes having dreams and a very romantic buttler.

Charles has to leave for London for the season but Elsie wants to give him something to take with him. RATED M FOR A REASON!

Little Charlie Parks toddles about the Servants' Hall, where Charles keeps an eye on him. Something really lovely happens when Charlie falls asleep. Fluffy one-shot, kiss included!

What happens when Jane Felsham suddenly reappears in Lovejoy's life? Takes place after the end of Lovejoy Season 6 I do not own these characters... well not Lovejoy, Lady Jane and Tinker anyway...

Firmament Series, Part 1 - My name is Elsie Hughes and I'm in love with a man I've barely talked with. Modern AU, Elsie Hughes' POV.

The Servant's Ball has a happy outcome. Carson/Hughes fanfic. Oneshot. Fluffy happy stuff, as a reaction to Maple Fay's 'Something Old' which you all should read .

She would be waiting for him. That's all that mattered.

Mrs. Hughes is babysitting little Charlie one night and Mr. Carson is curious about it.

Anna and Edith work together to give Mr Carson and Mrs Hughes a lovely surprise. EH/CC with a side of AB/JB and EC/AS. And the rating has just gone up!

Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes have a frank discussion about the staff and themselves.

Mrs Hughes is afraid. But will she tell Mr Carson why?

Charles Carson sees something that horrifies him.

The dreams are some kind of fabulous, it is the cold harsh reality that makes them further apart than they need to be. A Carson/Hughes fic, set in 1904. Rated K for now . As always: reviews terribly appreciated, i am curious to know what you think.

Richard and Isobel's first morning after. Set towards the end of Series 1. Oneshot.

Response to a picture challenge from tumblr. Elsie is waiting for a letter. Raindrops and a wet Charles. What could happen?

Mrs Hughes is feeling awful after having to testify for the prosecution in Mr Bates' trial. Can Mr Carson cheer her up? Christmas special spoilers. Slight CC/EH.

A sequel to "Improper Behaviour", obviously, taking place almost immediately after the trip to York. The story of Elsie Hughes, Terrorist of Downton. Most decidedly a crack!fic, with a generous dose of C/H romance.

Carson/Hughes story based on the Christina Perri song of the same name. 'And I will make sure to keep my distance, say I love you when you're not listening...'

His lips were so close. Her face was right there. They were ... this close ... This was written in response to a series of comments made on Tumblr about an "almost" Charles/Elsie kiss.

The mature sequel to my 'Busted' fic. What goes on when the door is closed.

Richard has realised what a terrible mistake he's made in letting Isobel go to France, and wants to do something to make it at least a little bit better.

A backstory for Charles Carson in 32 drabbles. After he has his heart shattered, Charles Carson shields his heart carefully from further pain.

Mr Carson joins Branson, Bates and Moseley for a drink...

Charles Carson just can't take his eyes off Elsie Hughes. One-shot.

Elsie Hughes is seriously ill. Also many of the other staff members are sick. Charles Carson is confronted with not only a lot of work but with so much worry that he does not really know how to handle the situation.

The letter was never meant to be read by him. In a fit of loneliness she had written down her feelings for him, merely as a way of dealing with the whirlwind of thoughts and emotions that his absence seemed to evoke in her. But now it was gone...

As Branson leaves Downton Abbey, he encounters Mrs Hughes. WARNING: Spoilers for S2 x08. I would have loved to have seen an exchange between these two in the show.

Little Lady Sybil can't sleep! Some Hughes/Carson moments included!

A simple evening in the lives of Charles and Elsie as they explore their love ... through each others eyes.

This is an epilogue to "Wild Roses". Did the rain stop Charles' plan to make this dull day unforgettable to Elsie?

Sometimes it takes having nothing else to lose for you to realise what you have to gain. Set during Half-Blood Prince.

What I imagined happened after we left our heroes in the hall Series 2 finale . A bit of character exploration for dear Mrs. Hughes.

A little character study of Charles Carson examining the 5 senses. May stretch the T-ness just a bit.

What's not to love about a summer day when it's spent with the one you love? Charles and Elsie are about to discover the pleasures of a July afternoon lakeside picnic.

Set in series 1. Valentine's Day will be special this year. Sybils's sixteenth birthday is celebrated with a huge ball at Downton Abbey. Will they all get their special Valentine's present?

Directly following the events of the Christmas Special. Mr. Carson sees something he doesn't quite approve of. Mrs. Hughes saves the day or, in this case, the night before he manages to spoil the scene - and gives him something to think about...

Mr. Bates had been arrested and awaits his trial. Anna only manages to stay strong because of the support she gets from Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes. And those two only manage because they remember their past... Hughes/Carson slight Anna/Bates

Anna and Jane start a correspondence together where they share what is going on in their respective worlds. Also includes some appearances from the Downton gang.

Little Sybil goes missing and Elsie finds her. A little present for Lavender and Hay.

Charles Carson has left Downton Abbey to help Lady Mary live her new life. He has not only left a house but also one very important person behind. Set in series 2, ep 6/7

Spoilers for 2.02 - Elsie goes to see Charles after that day to make sure that he is well again. And well... maybe they are only friends. But what if they're not?

Mr Carson is working himself to death but he won't listen to Mrs Hughes so she can only stand by and watch. When he collapses while serving dinner, she imagines the worst. C/H with a slight hint of A/B.

Elsie makes a purchase. Series 2 spoilers.

"You mean… you've never done this before?" Sometimes things are really not what they look like.

Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes are the victims of the young Crawley girls. Fluff and silliness

Two Scavengers in a Sitting Room, Two Beautiful People in the Other. O'brien is determined to find out what or who Mrs Hughes is hiding in her sitting room... One-shot.

Not daring to risk his friendship with Elsie, Charles decides on a rational approach to find love. Isobel has began a scheme of her own and Richard Clarkson is dealing with some regrets. Let it never be said that Downton is a dull place.

After Jane leaves Downton, Robert wonders what has happened to her. Maybe being run over by a bicycle might provide the answer.

Short AU Fic, Christmas Special spoilers. Isobel tells Charles during their dance to get Elsie on his arms and tell her how much he loves her.

A Lovejoy fic. Wishful thinking upon what could have happened between Lovejoy and Lady Jane during episode 2x04, in which he dreams about her and she wants to get back at Alexander. Pure smut, one shot.

I love the Robert/Jane relationship, and have been working out all sorts of ways in which it could continue. This is one view on how it ends. All I've written for 30 years is work memos, so I'm jumping in at the deep end with my first one.

She had sworn herself to have no regrets…. What if Elsie Hughes had accepted Joe Burns proposal in 1913?

My LONG response to Onesimus and Batwings79's Mistletoe Challenge. 2nd Series spoilers! Slightly over the word limit oops . Carson/Hughes, Anna/Bates and a bit of Sybil/Branson. But just a smidge.

Anna decides to bring a little extra happiness to our favourite heads of staff at Christmas time.

Before Edward and Bella's wedding day, Carlisle takes the time to write a personal letter to his son. Esme wishes she knew what it said.

Lady Sybil needs a bit of reassurance from Mrs. Hughes that Father Christmas is real. With Charles Carson's help, she is determined to see that the child still believes in the magic of Christmas.

My response to the Christmas Misteltoe Challenge. Elsie saves Christmas dinner, Isobel worries about a female guest Dr Clarkson is bringing and what is the matter with Mrs Patmore? Contains spoilers for season 2.

Christmas is near at Downton Abbey and presents need to be exchanged, as well as kisses underneath the mistletoe. And Mrs. Hughes knows Dickens by heart and decides that chocolates are overrated. Part of the Mistletoe Challenge. No spoilers. Have fun.

Drunken women and an uncooperative butler lead the Crawleys to wonder if their mistletoe is broken or if it's just them.

A rather unimaginatively named response to the Mistletoe Challenge posed by Onesimus and Batwings79. Carson/Hughes, fluffiness. Rated T, just to be safe. Please review!

With some time for herself, Elsie went for a walk through the gardens of the household. Joining Charles, she found a bush of wild roses near the woods. Holding her hand, Charles asks her to be his for the rest of his life.

Sometimes two people just need someone. And sometimes it's not the one they want. Slight spoilers for Series 2.

It was wrong of course. Terribly and utterly wrong. But even as Robert lay naked and entwined with a woman who was not his wife, he could not quite bring himself to regret his actions.

An AU Modern, songfic, PWP. Based on a challenge with Batwings79. Elsie helps Charles out with his phone. Fluffy McFluff Fluff.

Oneshot drabble. Mrs Hughes reflects on Mr Carson's offer.

Moving an old piece of furniture stirs up forgotten ghosts in Downton and brings to the surface memories that Mrs. Hughes and Carson would rather be forgotten. No spoilers beyond episode one; an ensemble piece with all characters involved.

Prompted by the preview of Season 2 episode 6: Charles Carson appears to be leaving Downton. Can Elsie give him a reason to stay? *SPOILERS OBVIOUSLY*

Elsie Hughes has gone to a great deal of trouble to orchestrate a surprise for someone who means more to her than even he realizes. Where will her efforts lead them?

Karen/Rob. Set after epi 10. Karen and Rob are just settling down into a comfortable relationship, but after one event, everything is set to change. Forever. For: Dare-denymecider. Rated M for explicit sexual content. Please R and R. UPDATED 15th October!

An extension of one of the Carson/Hughes scenes from Series 2 Episode 2. It was asking for it, really.

A possible scenario for Carson and Mrs Hughes after the end of 1.07.

He would tell her everything

He had lost her. He had pushed her away once too often. Whatever love she had ever held for him, he had ruined it. If only he could ruin his own love, his own longing for her just as effectively. Anna/John and a smidgen of Carson/Hughes. Already AU!

But a lot sooner than Lady Grantham suspects. A oneshot from Sybil's childhood leading on to further oneshots. Sybil/Branson pairing.

Carson/Hughes series 2 speculation based on the press pack.

With the arrival of wounded soldiers to Downton, the war becomes even more of a reality. And still life continues. People fall in love, get married, laugh and cry together, keep their secrets or finally find the courage to share them. Multiple pairings.

A contagious bout of parody and silliness seems to be spreading through Downton, and it's started downstairs. What can have caused it? Can it be reversed? Warning: Contains eccentric humour and silliness.

My take on Carson/Hughes relationship. Winner of a Highclere Award.

Carson reflects in The Grantham Arms on the night that war breaks out.

Just my late night wonderings about estate planning. More than a smidgen of C/H now and you won't have to squint

Carson/Hughes in the early days when she was head housemaid. AU, oneshot. Angst.

Mrs Hughes watched as Charles Carson came into her parlor, closed her door, and then froze there...Ch. 6. An End.

Carson/Hughes drabble about watching paint dry. In-joke related from me and My Madness.

Mr Carson comes home from the Season a day early. AU oneshot, Carson/Hughes.

The butler and housekeeper get side-tracked while serving at The Downton Ball. Hughes/Carson what else .

O'Brien is up to no good and it has implications for Mr Carson. AU, one-shot unless anyone has any bright ideas about where it could go. Idea given to me by The Sunday Wife. Carson/Hughes and tiny bits of Anna/Bates too.

Me being silly again. Carson/Hughes and a lot of rain. And sneezing later on.

Exactly what it sounds like: prepare yourselves. Carson/Hughes.

AU, probably best as a one-shot. Carson/Hughes. :

After the announcement of the war, Mrs Hughes is plagued by doubts, Mr Carson offers her a shoulder but as the weeks go by the weight of the war is taking its toll. Can they withstand the uncertain future together? or will it tear them apart?

As with all things, the love affair commences with a game. Written for the 'Softer Side of Villainy' contest.

Follow up to We Need Each Other. Downton does Christmas.

McGonagall is furious and starts to yell at Umbridge but suddenly she stops. Why? And what happens next? Sort-of-Sequel to 'Excess of Love'. Please R&R.

This is an alternate ending to The Dream. What happens when it isn't just the Queen's thoughts that bring her and the Hunsman together.