Rating: PG13
Notes: In '
I Am Going To The West' there is a reference to an event that took place after Jemma died that Charlotte isn't prepared to talk about. This deals with the aftermath of that incident. A story in the '
Echoes the Sea/Aces Immortal' AU series.
Characters: Ezra Standish, Maude Standish
Summary: When tragedy strikes, Ezra reminds Maude that family looks out for each other.
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“In the sunroom.” Maude kissed him on the cheek. “Ezra, wait!” she said, halting him when he would have immediately sought out his cousin. “There are things you need to know, to be prepared for, before you see her. Please.” She waved him towards the sofa.
( It was the uncharacteristic concern in his mother’s voice that made Ezra comply. That, and the look she had in her eyes; it was fear, he realized with a chill. He sat down, accepting the drink she pressed into his hands. )The Sequel: Always