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Under the Grit

here_comesthe_sun

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Parts 54
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Reads 804
Votes 89
Parts 54
Time 25h 22m

here_comesthe_sun

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Evangeline Thornton, an ambitious journalism major, is nearing graduation with honors. For her final project, she's chosen to tackle a growing issue in her city-an alarming rise in gang violence. Determined to uncover the truth, she dives deep into the city's darker side. But when her car breaks down one afternoon, she's unexpectedly drawn into the orbit of Arthur Morgan, a skilled mechanic and the frontman of a local band that's gaining attention.

Arthur, alongside his bandmates-John, Charles, Lenny, and Sean-straddles the line between the city's vibrant music scene and its more dangerous elements. As Evangeline continues her investigation, she finds herself frequently visiting Arthur's shop, where their paths cross amid the chaos surrounding the city. Both Evangeline and Arthur carry the weight of personal challenges: she with her engagement to Benjamin Wright, and Arthur with his complicated ties to Mary Gillis.

As Evangeline digs deeper into her story, she uncovers hidden connections that stretch beyond her initial research, pulling her closer to the heart of the city's unrest. With every new revelation, both she and Arthur are forced to confront their own pasts and make decisions that could alter the course of their futures.

In a city where trust is fragile and danger is never far behind, Evangeline's search for the truth becomes more personal than she ever expected.

DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN THE CHARACTERS OF RDR2 NOR DO I SUPPORT SOME OF THE THEMES IN THIS STORY. ALL CHARACTERS ARE 21+ UNLESS SPECIFIED OTHERWISEAll Rights Reserved

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Ghosts of the Past [ RDR2 - Arthur Morgan ] by Kindcube

COMPLETE When Arthur met Rosemary at the young age of 25, he was pretty much a goner. It seemed Arthur had a thing for kindly little women. Maybe because deep down all he really wanted was an honest life on a ranch, with a lady he could worship and provide for like a real man should. And in his short time with Rosemary he allowed himself to play make believe that that could ever happen. But like most good things in Arthur's life - that came to a crashing end when Dutch uplifted the gang from that town to move on again. But people from the past always have a way of showing up when you least expect it.

Saving Arthur Morgan | rdr2 by thatredheadxo

Isabella Monroe is a college student who is struggling to make ends meet. She works constantly and college is giving her a real kick in the pants.. Her roommate Lindsay is the complete opposite. While they both are attending college, Lindsay's parents send her money every week unlike her counterpart. She doesn't quite understand Isabella's struggle. One night, a very hard day in particular for Isabella, Lindsay tells her to relax and play her new game which so happened to be Red Dead Redemption 2. Isabella refuses because she's not a gamer and she's absolutely exhausted which Lindsay never understands..but she instead agrees to watch her and chills with a beer in hand.. but hours go by and Lindsay somehow convinces her to play. She instantly gets hooked to the story and the character Arthur Morgan. It's like a book but the details and the visuals quench her every need in ways that a book couldn't. That night she decides to look for clues and secrets online..but her phone acts weird. She accidentally opened a "dark browser" that hacks her PS4 and phone. She waves it off as if it is nothing and goes to bed...but when she wakes up, her whole life has changed.. to her disbelief she wakes up in the cool hills of the Cumberland Forest. A mysterious voice from above offers her a deal, if she saves Arthur, she can come home. The kicker is.. she only has five chances to save him or...game over.

enemies { Arthur Morgan x Reader } / rdr2 by wildwest56

(Y/n) (l/n), a name that everyone knew. Being right hand man of one of the most famous gang leaders has it's perks. The O'Driscolls were one of the most dangerous gangs around, and they loved the feeling of being known. Colm picked you up at a young age, and compared to most others, treated you right. Throughout your years in the gang you gained notability and were able to gain the top spot right next to Colm. You had a say in all of the plans and scores done by the gang. People looked up to you. You had it all and weren't looking for anything else, until someone new came into your life. The Van Der Linde gang was your top rival. Colm always took the gang to attack them, and they always fought back. Even with all the fighting, you never met anyone in the gang. Colm made sure you were always away from danger incase something happened to him. But one day that all changes. What happens when you meet Arthur Morgan, the Van Der Linde gangs right hand man? Will you be able to defend your family, or will the desire to have something more in life take over? Started: 2/1/20 Completed: 3/28/20

Second Chance! Arthur Morgan X Female Reader Rdr2 by sophie2659

Arthur Morgan is setting up camp after collecting some debts for Strauss. Knowing its too late to head back, he sets up camp for the night. Not long after he get's jumped by O'driscolls. Before he knows it Y/N rushes in to help him, taken back by the sudden help it doesn't take long for Arthur to notice Y/N can handle herself, but... what brought her to help him? With love and death on the line can Y/N give Arthur a second chance at life? Is there also rivalry for love who else is interested in Y/N? Little spoiler no one dies in this book, the events of how each character is saved you'll just have to read to find out. This is a slow burner for romance. This is my first book so I wanted to take my time with it, I hope you enjoy it. Romance starts to hit in chapter 15.

//BEARING ARMS//RDR2//ARTHUR x READER by S0UP66

Arthur Morgan, a crucial gunslinger of the Van der Linde Gang, joins in on the usual coach robbery, when suddenly, unexpected guests drop by. All before was going according to plan, until hell broke loose and the upper-class Lady (Y/N) stepped into his life. Can the wanted Arthur Morgan finally be able to prove himself that he is capable to love and be loved by another? [Highest Rankings] #1 - arthurmorgan #1 - ps4 #1 - arthurmorganxreader #1 - rockstargames #1 - reddeadredemption2 #1 - reddeadredemption #1 - wildwest #1 - rdr2xreader #1 - playstation #1 - rdr2 #2 - cowboy #3 - dutch #1 - southern #1 - western -Note: Contains violence, suggestive themes, and mature language. -Thank you for voting, commenting, and/ or reading -S0UP66

Arthur Morgan x Reader by thefanfictioncorner

You own a saloon in a town you wish to leave for good. One day, a group of outlaws decides to settle nearby. You decide to use them to your advantage to get out. Driven by his greed and the hunger for prestige, Dutch takes the deal you offer and puts his most trusted man, Arthur, up for your protection. However, even though Arthur seems like a fine fella, he has issues of his own and a lifestyle he can't seem to shake off.

NOTHING GOLD CAN STAY: RDR2 by GingerBaggins

Nora has spent most of her life in solitude, travelling only with her business partner JB Cripps. Always on the move, never allowing herself the time to face the past that threatens to consume her. That is until she meets a particularly irritating outlaw at a bounty board and her life suddenly bursts into tremendous colour. But when the pendulum swings one way, eventually it'll swing the other. COMPLETE This is a work of fanfiction, with characters from Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption 2 and Red Dead Redemption 2 Online. I do not own this world, nor any character beyond the main OC. Neither do I own any of the literature and titles taken from the works of Robert Frost. (While this story follows along with the timeline and the main plot of the game, there will be divergences in the canon. Mainly that Arthur will not contract TB. As for who else lives and dies, I'm afraid you'll have to find out.)

Dutch's Daughter [[RDR2 Arthur Morgan x OC]] by mmb307

After her mother's death, Charlotte finds herself an 11 year old orphan in the quiet town of Strawberry. She is drawn to the dangerous life of stealing to earn enough money to keep herself alive. One day, a tall stranger shows up at her door, introducing himself as Dutch Van der Linde... Her long lost father. She is raised side by side with Arthur Morgan though the two never consider each other siblings but rather enemies, divided by Dutch's favoritism for his un-biological son. As they grow older, Hosea advises Charlotte that it's time to put the rivalry to bed and asks her to look at Arthur from a new angle. She begins having strange dreams about him, spurred by a traumatic event in her life. When she gets stuck with him after fleeing Valentine, they get into a heated fight that twists into something neither of them thought would ever happen... #1 in Dutch Van Der Linde #6 in Wild West #1 in Western Warning: contains heavy depictions of violence, alcohol and drug use, smut and foul language Listen while you read! Look for "Dutch's Daughter" on Spotify by Mmb307! All characters belong to Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption 2 aside from Charlotte Van Der Linde, an original character of mine. This story contains major spoilers so read at your own risk! None of the images used belong to me. Credit goes to original creators.

Playing Dangerous ↠ ||RDR2 // Arthur Morgan X Reader|| by FeedMeFryes

(Arthur Morgan X Female Reader) 'Love in a hurricane, Playing a Dangerous game...' You are a newly adopted rescue into the Van der Linde gang after being held hostage by the dreaded O Driscolls. A sudden fascination kindles in you for the mysterious Arthur Morgan, and after spending time together out on a ride- feelings quickly become apparent. Under the night time blanket, no holds are barred it seems, and these emotions are expressed without hesitation. But past scars bleed heavy, and falling in love with this outlaw proves to be no easy task when you learn his affections are not as easy as they first seemed; only further enforced by the bustling chaos of the world around you- lost in barbaric gun fights and gang rivalry. Is there a light at the end of this tunnel? Or is the course of true love doomed to run dry? {Image used in cover credits to @rayxlu on instagram} **all images used in my chapter headers do NOT belong to me. All credit goes to the owners/creators of the images. I have used these for creative non-profit purposes**

The Angel Butcher of Rio Bravo: An RDR2 Story by goodbyelisahoney

[ Arthur Morgan / John Marston x OC love triangle ] "Let me be sweet to you," she murmured, nuzzling into his neck. "I'm always giving you such a time, aren't I?" * Tine Nilsen, known outside of the law as the Butcher of Rio Bravo, is a fearsome member of the Van der Linde gang when they run afoul of the Pinkerton detective agency in Blackwater. But will she help steer the gang and its two key gunslingers - Arthur Morgan and John Marston - right? Or will she be responsible for its downfall? * Well, here I go again, folks! Tine Nilsen was an OC cooked up for an otherworldly short story in my RDR2 collection, BELLICOSE (that story is called "Left Behind"). I liked her and her dynamic with Arthur and John so much, I thought I'd give this a spin! It will follow events of the game for the most part, but with the omission of a certain character, expect things to change, some. This story was completed on February 23, 2023. Hopefully you'll like it! This is a mature story written for mature, 18+ audiences: violence, swears, smut will all be within, reader beware. RDR2 and related characters/settings belong to Rockstar Games.

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