Sometimes our healing isn't at all what we thought it would be. Sometimes it goes much deeper. Will John experience an unexpected healing? Modern A/U

A journal is left at the local coffee house.

Steve stops at a small diner when his bike breaks down and meets someone that may just change his life. StevexOC but not until later :) This story is set a little before the Winter Soldier but after the Avengers. Hope you enjoy :)

After losing his job at Downton Comprehensive, John Bates is attempting to rebuild his life. Former student Anna Smith is on the verge of small screen stardom. A school reunion brings new perspectives and second chances, bringing two different worlds together once more. Modern Anna x Bates AU. M rated from Chapter 12.

**Rated M for heavy LEMON throughout the story** Ariel just barely breaks the spell, but there are some issues she must face before being able to marry her Prince Eric. Feedback is much appreciated

Jolene always believed she was born in the wrong era. What she doesn't know is she's just what Steve Rogers needs. This story is told from Jolene's POV. Rated M for eventual smut. Short Captain America/Steve Rogers ficlet.

As a 16 year old, Ariel is not as foolish as people believe. Saving the prince brings forward womanly feelings that she's never encountered, while Eric is consumed by the memory of the smoldering woman that tastes like the sea. This is a more realistic version of what would have happened.

A Christmas past, present and future, and a few carols too. Canon era Anna x Bates.

Prince Phillip enjoys his new wife. ONE-SHOT!

Wanda takes a sick day due to girl troubles. Vision tries to make her feel better.

What if Belle and Beast did not get their happily ever? An alternate ending based on the 2017 remake. What if Belle was forced to marry Gaston to save Beast's life? Will Beast/Adam be able to save her? What will happen if he does?

Anna's work brings her to the Lonestar State. Will she find more then just southern hospitality?

A letter that John writes to His Lordship the evening after the "One kiss, to take with me" scene.

When John Bates takes over the management and operation of the lighthouse he expects a life of quiet and serenity. What he does not expect is to save the life of prominent Council Member and fishery magnate, Robert Crawley, or to meet the manager of the day-to-day operations of the closest fishery, Anna Smith. What follows, between the tumults of wind, rain, and sea, is unknown

Wanda Maximoff has been recaptured, slowly nearing death and with no escape in sight. Her only ally is Natasha, captured with her. Enter Vision and Avengers to the rescue. What happens next to our Avengers?

They've never spoken but their paths cross every day... can you really love at first sight?

On a small Island in Scotland an injured soldier returns home to heal his body and soul, but little does he know that his recovery is in the hands of an unknown friend. Begins in the Summer of 1945.

When Anna goes to the Harrogate RSPCA to adopt a homeless cat, she finds more than she bargained for.

Wanda has settled in with the Avengers and happily taken up watching their dreams on the nights she can't catch sleep. For the most part, she finds humor in some of the oddities her teammates dream up. But one particular teammate's dream world eludes her until one night she sees just what androids dream of—knowledge that shakes her waking life to the core. (Scarlet Vision)

AU. John Bates' only way to divorce his wife and keep his company is to prove she is having an affair. Anna Smith of Carson's Private Investigators goes undercover on the case. What starts out as an infidelity investigation becomes much more and when John finds himself in serious trouble, Anna's skills and heart are put to the test.

1944 the strapping young Captain Steve Rogers suffers from a broken heart inflicted by the love of his life Agent Peggy Carter, but there are some new girls on base and his attention becomes quickly focused on a young Private who's outcast by the other girls. Will this Private pick up the pieces to Captain America's heart, or will the shy Captain ask her to dance? Steve R. & OC

Modern AU. She is still the main suspect of Green's murder, but finally out of prison, at least for the time being. Desperately looking for a job, while trying to put her life back together, Anna meets Mr Bates.

"The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra." Modern AU: He rescued her in the express check-out, and she rescued him from a life of ordinary. Written for silly-beggar and the Team Bates Secret Santa Exchange. Please R and R.

"Mr Bates," her voice was soft, though it had a ring to it too. Persuasion. "Will you come and dance?" - Modern Anna x Bates one-shot.

She had loved him without any expectation that he would be other than he was. He had loved her with hope he would be released from the curse. Passionate love, accepting each other and themselves, and a curse that's a bit tricky. **This is a smutty love story staring Belle and Beast-Adam, both before and after he changes.**

Based on a prompt by Terriejane "AU in which Branson casually opens the pantry only to find Bates and Anna snogging behind the door. They all look at each other, and he shrugs, pulling the door closed and leaving without a word."

Anna is a maid travelling with the Earl of Grantham and his family to Newport, visiting Lady Grantham's family. John is seeking a new life in America, away from his past sins. Sparks fly on the ship of dreams and startling revelations promise to change both of their lives for good, but when the ship hits the ice they are not guaranteed a happy end. Highclere Award '14 nom/winner.

Life is a risky business. Modern AU.

The strain is taking its toll on Anna's health and the Bates' marriage. Bates longs to be able to take her away, but where could they go? Daisy has the unlikely answer! Rated M from chapter 8! Set sometime post season 4. DISCLAIMER: Downton Abbey is not mine, but it is fun to borrow!

Anna is the only child of Simon and Amelia Smith, owners of a successful cotton factory. When she reaches the age of 21, they decide she's old enough to learn the family business and wed the son of Simon's most trusted business partner. However her parents plans don't go as they wish when Anna discovers that the world holds more than an arranged life. AU, begins in 1851, London

A "fill-in-the-blank" canon-style journey through Anna and Bates' courtship. I think of this as a "prequel" to A Meeting at Night and Homecoming, but each of the stories can stand alone. This is to be a multiple chapter fic, which began with a T rating and firmly MOVED UP TO A STRONG M AT CHAPTER 16.

Coming across the seas, the son of the late Duke of Weselton looks to reestablish trade routes, willing to give Elsa whatever desire she craves in the royal bed...and much more. Elsa will navigate her way through seduction, politics and ultimate surrender. And after kissing Kristoff, how will Anna's life continue as passion and lust overcome her. Note: erotic elements included.

Modern AU. Life can always come up with a few surprises. (completely A/B, but with other characters' appearances as well)

Now complete! What if Howard finds Steve in the ice? I wanted to give Steve and Peggy their happy ending and show what life might have been like if they had a chance. What kind of jobs would they have? Where would they live? Pulling from Captain America: The First Avenger and a little from Marvel's Agent Cater. I own nothing, unfortunately.

Bates breaks Anna's heart when he tells her he's leaving with Vera the next morning. But before he goes, Anna makes a decision that will change their life forever. Will that night be the beginning of the end for both Anna and Bates? Heartbreak, misunderstandings and concealments will only prove how uncertain the future can be.

Set in a present day modern A/U- John Bates is a fire fighter struggling with the law and life. After a court order forces him to get the help he needs, John meets Anna, his saving grace. The timing could not be more wrong and John's past continues to haunt him. Plus, Anna has a few secrets of her own as well.

They took her away from him, and Bates struggles in the aftermath. S5E8 SPOILERS

"Would you have ever told me, had I not gone to Mrs. Hughes?"

When Ariel rescues Eric from the storm he kisses her on the beach, but true loves kiss is far stronger than either realize. When she's turned human by the power of it, they face trials neither could have imagined as they learn to live and love one another. Would either truly give or pay anything to be together?

"I want to know why Mrs. Hughes said that 'at least there will be no baby.'"

Anna loves to read about knights in shining armour. But what happens if she wakes up in the Middle ages herself and meets her own 'Robin Hood?

After a lovers quarrel, John and Anna are resigned to their separate sides of the bed, until a random act brings them back together.

One shot. Belle is all tied up and at Beast's mercy. Can she withstand the pleasure her beast is about to unleash? Belle/Beast. M-Content.

In the space of a few hours, Anna Smith's life is turned upside down. Can a chance encounter on a Underground train change everything for the better, and guide her to where she is meant to be? Modern Anna and Bates AU, based on the film Sliding Doors. M Rated from Chapter 10. [Winner of 2014 Highclere Award for Anna/Bates Modern AU story]

"Faith is the strength by which a shattered world shall emerge into the light." - Helen Keller :: The worlds of Anna Smith and John Bates become unexpectedly entwined, as they both question everything they've based their lives upon. :: Modern A/U

Trigger warning and S4 spoilers. John and Anna move towards healing after the attack. My attempt to make sense of what happened. Cannon until just before the season finale. Rated M for the depiction of the aftermath of sexual violence. Highclere Award nominee.

S4/Ep 2(US) or 3(UK) A/U - John's intuition kicks in during the concert, and he rushes downstairs to find his wife. Will he make it in time to save her from her attacker? ***Trigger Warning***

My take on Anna's first night back at the cottage after John finds out. **Spoiler Alert US Ep 4/UK Ep 5** ***Possible trigger warning*** - there are no details, or anything directly addressing the attack. Just wanted to post a warning to be safe.

Alternative ending for 4.03, one-shot. What if Bates went down with Anna to prepare her a powder? Pure fluff, because my mind wanted happy Anna and Bates in S4.

Modern story. Anna and John met at a party just before John left to go to war. They stayed in contact until John cut all ties after his injury. Years later they meet again under different circumstances. Through changes in both their lives, they can't be more then friends. But is friendship enough with their history?

Warning! Contains spoilers for S4x3. What if Mr Bates had followed Anna after she left the opera performance early?

This is my take about what happened when Belle is dancing with her prince. Another spell that needs to be broken, an evil sorceress looking for power and an unbelievable family secret!

Modern A/U. John Bates is a Captain in the British army, about to retire after he has embarked on his final deployment to Afghanistan. Will he and his wife, Anna, get their happy ending?

John fights depression and tries to get his life back on track. Anna's past still torments her and she's forced to take some time away from work to move on. They both end up in a place called Calm Waters. Will they be able to help each other and cure themselves? Modern AU. M-rated from Chapter 9. Nominated for two Highclere Awards, winner of A/B angst.

S02E03 AU. John takes Anna as his mistress. Prompted by anon on Tumblr. Nominated in A/B fic in Highclere Awards 2014.

After hearing Wendy and her friends discuss some naughty things, Peter finds that he would like to try some new things himself. And after a night in her arms, Peter finds that being a man might not such a bad thing with Wendy by his side.

Anna and John have finally been afforded the time to get used to each other. Highclere Awards 2014: Winner of A/B fluff. Nominated in M-rating and A/B fic.

Modern AU. Anna is a nurse who lives a normal life until John Bates arrives in town. Will her life ever be the same?

Ariel rescues Eric from the storm and when he wakes his only request is 'stay with me.' This is my second Little Mermaid Fanfic. There are SO many possibilities for this story I wanted to write another.

What if he hadn't refused her request? Rated M for sMuttish content. Kind of sequel to "Thoughts back home". Enjoy!

Have you ever wondered what happens after the wedding and how the wedding night itself happened for Ariel and Eric? Did Ariel know what was coming for her that night? Read on to find out.. M for Chapter 2 and 3.