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Catherine Earnshaw Linton (Charlotte Riley) White ruffled dress.. Wuthering Heights (2009).. Costume by Amy Roberts.

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" HAPPY BIRTHDAY "

a/n : i wrote this as a bday present 4 myself so plz excuse it if it's bad. sorry 4 it being so short ive been working on chapter 3 of ' shadows in the window ' and that'll probably get posted later this week. also been thinking of doing an au oneshot w any of the peaky blinders characters b idk what so if u have any ideas plz comment ty n enjoy!

masterlist - intro - my ao3

May laughed sweetly, the corner lips curving into a soft smile as she looked back at the captivating woman who sat before her. The captivating woman who she was proud to call hers. It was her angel’s birthday and May decided she would treat her lover as a princess for a day. In the morning she fastened a new pearl necklace around her neck and showered her in kisses, May’s signature nude lipstick staining her cheeks and in the afternoon she took her to one of the finest clubs in London and they enjoyed a sweet conversation as jazz music played softly in the background which she did pay close attention to as she was lost in the symphony of colours that lay in May’s irises, enthralled. Even though Y/N had been bestowed with such ritzy things it was the simple gestures her love showed her that truly made her swoon. Whether it was an unsuspected hug from behind or the warm tingle of her lips pressed against her neck or the feeling of May’s soft palms as she slipped the new dress she bought for her off her body. It was all perfect to her. May held her closed as they laid bare under the covers together, enjoying each other's embrace. Y/N was stirred from her dazed bliss as she pressed a kiss to the crown of her head.

“Happy birthday my darling.” 

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JONATHAN STRANGE & MR NORRELL (2015)

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charlotte appreciation post

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BABE WAKE UP, THINGS ARE GETTING REAL!??!! Screaming crying jumping tearing my hair off fainting going insane

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" SHADOWS IN THE WINDOW "

fanfiction masterlist - masterlist - intro - my ao3

II - Where Shadows Sip Secrets

You were elated to say the least. A woman as captivating and bewitching as her wanted to ask you out that same night. You swore the breathe caught in your throat when she asked if you were free, her grandeur halting the words that were to come up. You were not the type of person to show perturbation in front of others but May Carleton was no simple woman and she had the looks to prove it. Biting on your tongue, you toiled with the idea of what to wear to meet your new confidant. Not many women went into The Garrison so something that blended into the background was a good option but then she wanted to impress May who would most likely be polished and dapper in pearls and a fur coat. Would it be a better idea just to wear your work clothes? You could wear shoes that weren't covered in ash or that new black coat that hung off the doorknob, glaring at you. After checking the time, you settled into hysteria as it was 7.57 and May wanted you at the Garrison by 8. It wasn't a short trek from your dingy flat to were you would be meeting so the coat was slung on and out of the house.

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In the dimly lit corner of the bar, May sat perched on a plush barstool, an elegant silhouette amidst the ambient chatter. Her gaze, fixated on the delicate hands of her wristwatch, betrayed the silent cadence of her racing thoughts. The soft glow of the overhead lights reflected in her champagne glass, the effervescence of the bubbles mirroring the myriad uncertainties bubbling within her. As the seconds ticked away, May's outward poise belied the internal tempest of worries that swirled beneath her composed exterior. With each sip of champagne, she attempted to mask the apprehension that clung to her like a delicate veil, determined to project an image of confidence, even in the face of looming uncertainties. The rhythmic ticking of the clock seemed to underscore the tension that danced in her eyes, as if time itself conspired with her restless heart. 

Each time the bell above the door chimed, May's gaze instinctively darted towards the entrance, a silent plea for the arrival of her awaited guest. Disappointment etched her features with each false alarm, until, like a serendipitous revelation, the door swung open to unveil the woman she longed for. In that moment, time stood still as the newcomer entered, a vision of ethereal grace that transformed the room into a celestial stage, and in May's eyes, she appeared as an angel sent to dispel the shadows of uncertainty. The same uncertainty that was eating away at her insides but seemingly dissipated once her beacon of hope made her way through the masses of rowdy, and to May's inconvenience, handsy men. "Oh May! Do excuse me for being terribly late. I was at home doing chores and then saw it was 7.57, how time flies!" The woman panted out between shaky huffs, hair slightly frazzled, a patent indicator that she had ran her way here. "Oh don't fret. I'm sure it's not your fault." She let an enchanting smile play on her lips as she spoke in such a way that it made one feel as each syllable sounded was done so meticulously. "Well, I really should have set off earlier cause I live out on the ou--" "I'm sure I'll find out where you live later tonight angel~. First we need to get you a drink. Pick your poison." She froze as May pressed a finger to her lips as she interrupted her nattering and she turned crimson without delay as the other wore a wicked grin, pleased with the woman's fluster. She stuttered as she breathed out her drink of choice to her bestower of abashment. "Never pinned you as the type of girl to go for that but I'm sure you're full of surprises." May winked at her as she turned from the bartender, holding the woman's drink and her third refill. 

"Do you want to get one of the booths?" "I'd like that, it would be nice to not be surrounded by quite as many drunk people." May laughed as she replied, the woman looking into her eyes as if she was the only girl in the world, cheeks still painted in rose. They settled into one of the booths away from the bar and stewed in the awkwardness until May tipped back the rest of the golden booze that was left in her glass, prepared for whatever was to happen that night.

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"I'm not saying I'm unlovable, just--. Some are easier to love that others." May spoke with a slur as she stirred the ice water in the bottom of her glass with a cocktail stick, occasionally looking up at the sober woman that sat watching on as she wined about her past loves. It had been an hour and a half and she had already gone off the rails, talking about things you wouldn't say to someone you had met that very day but her angel didn't run or gasp in shock. Instead she hung onto everyone of her words. "You know. I've never been with a girl." May smirked as the woman's countenance moulded into one of surprise, understanding exactly what was implied. "Have you?" "N-no." She gulped. "I'm sure this will be a riveting experience." May giggled before hiccuping. She stared in silent as she watched the woman look at her cracked watch before scrambling up to her feet and grabbing her jacket. "It's really late May. I've got to get back home." The woman started walking over to the door ."Hm, I guess so." May stumbled behind her. She became shrouded in a sudden cold as she stepped into the winter night's brisk breeze. The woman rummaged through her pockets before resting a cigarette on her lips and offering her one. She took it with a nod and shuffled closer as she lit the light. May looked up as the light orange of the flickering flame reflected off of her delicate features. "Can I walk you to your house?" She asked, the woman taking a drag from her cigarette before speaking. "If you want." She smiles softly and begins her walk down the road. Rain was beginning to fall down and land on their heads. May cursed to herself for not bringing a coat and glanced over at the woman who stopped walking and began to move over to her. When she felt the weight of a coat on her shoulders her face lit up with a smile for the woman who looked at her slightly smirking. The sat in pleasurable silence for the rest of the walk, a blush painting May's cheeks the whole way. They stopped at a house in an estate, and the woman walked over to the door, her trailing behind. "This is where I stop." She smiles and May gets closer to her. The woman read the situation wrong and believed she wanted to come in. "I don't think it's a good idea if y--" Her words were cut short by May's warm enveloping hers, sloppy but all the while delicate. As they parted they didn't move from their positions for a few minutes until May moved back from the woman, smirking playfully. "Have a good night."

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a/n : god I'm sorry this took so long to finish. I wrote like the other half at 3 in the morning so sorry if it's bad

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Ahem-

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" MASTERLIST "

may carleton

drabbles :

" HAPPY BIRTHDAY "

series :

" SHADOWS IN THE WINDOW "

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" SHADOWS IN THE WINDOW "

fanfiction masterlist - masterlist - intro - my ao3

I - Liaisons in the Office

The bitter breeze bit at May's ankles. It was her own fault, in all honesty. She was wearing one of her skimpier but still tasteful ensembles, a knee length burgundy dress, black fur coat and black patent leather heels, all in the hope of catching Tommy Shelby or any other eligible suitor's eyes. But instead she met the eyes of the Shelby Company's new secretary. 

May sauntered down the road, ready for business with Tommy again before her gaze was drawn to her. She exuded an air of quiet confidence and silent beauty. She seemed like a mystery waiting to unfold against the backdrop of the ancient stones beneath their feet. She wore a tight fitting black dress on her frame, prim and proper, obviously going to work. It was as if she had a beguiling aura to her that May couldn't help but be roped into. 

It came as even more of a shock to May when she found out the said woman who she was so enthralled with was the Company's secretary. 'Surely a woman quite as angelic as her would not be working with the Shelby's.' May thought to herself but pushed it to the back of her mind when her novel enchantment spoke in soft tones to her. 

"Mrs Carleton, I'm presuming." The woman spoke to her, the timbre of her speech was a delicate symphony, tender and inviting. The corners of her mouth lifted and her eyes filled with a interest as she looked up to the mesmerising brunette that presented itself to her. May narrowed her eyes at her before speaking. "Miss Carleton now I'm afraid my husband has passed on. Your name is?" She clamped down on her tongue, a silent rebellion against the worry that she might have divulged too many details about her personal affairs but to her surprise and personal delight the woman graced her with a sweet smile and uttered her name is a hushed tone. The name suited her impeccably. The ideal name for the angel who bestowed a smile before her. "You're appointment with Mr Shelby isn't for another 10 minutes so you can sit on that chair there until he's ready." She sorted and filed through stacks of paper on her desk sat outside May's accomplice's office before she looked up to her and her countenance formed in the blissful look that May was affirmative that she would grow to love. "Thank you." She moved to the cold metal chair that stood next to the locked door, she looked on with admiration as the beautiful woman went on with her work. "Are you free tonight?" May spoke up, Confidence resonated in her voice, the woman looked up from the documentation that was sprawled across his desk. "Um, yes." She replied, evidently awed. "How about we head to one of bars here, it would be nice to have a female friend, i'm regularly surrounded by foolish men." She smirked playfully at her as the woman shared a soft laugh. "I mean I get off work at 8 and that's when the Garrison opens. We could go there? There is a lot of men there but were in Birmingham is there a place without them." "Hm that sounds like a good plan. I'll look forward to it." "Me too Ms Carleton." She lifted her chin up and spoke fearlessly. "Do call me May, angel." The woman grew rosy cheeked and her mouth opened to say more but the door opened and out Thomas walked out. "Always a pleasure to see you Ms Carleton. Get back to work." He spoke the woman's name with such authority before ushering May into the room and shutting the door behind him.

ik its short b imma post another 2morrow or something

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20 - may carleton's wife - bisexual

masterlist - my ao3

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" THE SHADOWS IN THE WINDOW "

I - Liaisons in the Office 2 - Where Shadows sip Secrets

to be continued . . .

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CHARLOTTE RILEY as Arabella Strange in ‘Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell’

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MARIE ANTOINETTE and her ladies-in-waiting at The Queen’s Hamlet

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