A/N: An idea that was started by "KingdomHeartsNerd." I'll likely write one for most of the characters, but I'd happily take suggestions. Enjoy! Reviews much appreciated :)


That dreadful woman was back at Downton.

"Carson—" Violet motioned to her empty glass as he passed with the wine decanter. Though already three glasses in—and only midway through dinner—she would need to fortify herself if she was to spend the rest of the evening with Martha Levinson.

She closed her eyes and took a sip, relishing in the brief lull in conversation, until Martha's loud drawl started up again; this time declaring an announcement: She was extending her stay by three weeks. Cora clapped her hands in delight and smiled her overly enthusiastic smile as Violet tried to suppress a groan. Luckily Carson passed by a moment later and, clutching his arm, she held up her glass in desperation. No one seemed to notice, except Mary who smirked and raised her eyebrow as Carson refilled her wine.

"Really Granny, you mustn't drown your sorrows too much. You'll need your wits about you if Grandmamma intends to stay. And besides, she'll drink us all under the table anyway." She nodded toward Martha, who was laughing obnoxiously at something Robert said while happily sipping the large cocktail Carson had made her before dinner.

Violet drained her glass as Martha cackled once more.

Dreadful, dreadful woman.