Between Confusion and Clarity
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What if Colin were forthright under the willow tree? This story follows canon until that moment beneath the willow's hanging branches but takes a new direction from there. Colin and Penelope express their feelings earlier, and their story unfolds not in isolation but amidst the lively and sometimes chaotic backdrop of both their families. While there are moments of tension and angst, Polin are better at communication, leading to more playful, romantic moments. Benedict stepping up as a wingman while the rest of the Bridgertons and Featheringtons offer their brand of support.
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