#chapter 52 what strange contraption is this?

[renee-writer]

I Fought the Law Chapter 52 What Strange Contraption is This?

AO3

“What type of devilish contraption is this?” is how Jamie reacted to the car. Elizabeth huddles against her husband, her wide eyes on it.

“It is,” Jamie number 2 frowns, “a horseless carriage. Not dangerous.”

Elizabeth still refuses to move away from her husband to approach it. Jamie is equally as hesitate. “We would prefer a regular carriage or just a few horses if you don’t have a carriage about.”

“Well, I am afraid that isn’t possible lad. You see, this is the only carriage about and the only horses are under the bonnet.” Murtagh says.

“I am sorry.”

“There is an engine under here,” Jamie touches the front of the car, “it moves it like a team of horses would.”

“A lot faster too.” Angus adds.

“Come Elizabeth. Let us be brave.” Jamie leads her towards the strange horseless carriage. The other Jamie shows them how to get in. After a second of hesitation, they climb in. Murtagh, Angus and, Jamie climb in front.

“It will make a noise. Don’t be alarmed.” Murtagh says. Jamie nods as Elizabeth rests against him. He turns over the engine and the soft purr has Elizabeth jumping. Her husband sooths her. They start off. Jamie looks out the window, his eyes wide in amazement at how fast everything seems to move past them.

“So fast.” He is heard to whisper.

“Aye, and Murtagh is a slow driver.” Angus teases.

“I am a safe driver.” The old man mumbles.

“It is a big difference then driving horses.” His natural curiosity has him looking up at what Murtagh is doing in front of him.

“Aye, that it is.” His descendant says.

They pull up to Claire and Geillis ' flat.

“This should be interesting.” Angus says.