Before Debling proposed to her, Colin finally realized his feelings for Penelope. He wanted to confess his love to her but didn't have time. He couldn't catch up with her carriage as she left the ball after getting engaged to Debling. In despair, he left London and went on a journey, plunging into depression. Several months passed.

What if Penelope were pregnant and the stress of dealing with Colin and Eloise after the Whistledown reveal put her at risk of losing the baby? How would Colin and Eloise react and be able to live with themselves? #1 polin #1 penelopefeatherington

Mostly polin but there's also penanthony And maybe other couples

Penelope has returned to London as a widow, not sure what this next phase of her life will entail. Many men are interested in this young widow, and she needs to learn to sort their intentions. Do they seek her out for her wit, her company, or a chance of love? Or a little bit of naughty fun? And why is her old friend Colin Bridgerton watching out for her so intently? *Friends to Lovers *Slow burn, some smutty scenes eventually *Canon compliant until mid-Season 3 *Alternative Universe, set five years after Season 3 **This will have about 10 short chapters. **There will be a few spicy scenes, but this story will have a lot of pining & slow burn.