Cora and Robert rekindle an old romance... Modern Story

"It's peculiar, really, how she reacts to him and she has to remind herself that this is the first time she's met this man, that she doesn't know him, and surely this is just a harmless crush—Yet when he looks up and finds her looking at her, she feels her heart leap to her throat, feels the world stop just at the moment..." Cobert Modern AU. Crossposted from Tumblr

Cobert drabbles from every universe. Ratings may vary. Cross posted from tumblr.

A possible conversation between Robert and Cora, to bring an end to the Bricker affair.

Following the death of their daughter, Lord and Lady Grantham struggle with not only grief, but marital strain.

Post s3. Phryne arrives back in Australia and is instantly thrown into a case which nearly costs her her life. As they work on new cases together, Phryne and Jack must also confront the mystery surrounding their own relationship, which is further complicated by an unexpected surprise which will change both their lives forever.

Robert Crawley didn't know how to be in love, but a beautiful young American teaches him how to. (Modern AU) Different worlds, different lives, but somehow, they collide.

A modern AU in which Robert and Cora meet in London on a rainy day. But what happens when life and fate intervene? What will they choose in the end: duty or love?

Cora and Robert's reunion after he returns from America

A series of ficlets/drabbles/one shots about "the books."

Modern AU! Due to an unexpected snowstorm, Robert Crawley gets stuck in his London house on Christmas Eve and can't reach his family in Yorkshire. All the indications are that it's going to be a sad, boring evening... but can a sweet caroller named Cora Levinson, a glass of mulled wine and a series of absurd adventures make that the greatest, most unforgettable night of his life?

My story for the Cobert Week 2017! The AU I chose was pretend AU boyfriend/girlfriend but I changed it the tiniest bit to pretend husband and wife. It is a story set on a train ride from Glasgow to London. Cora and Robert meet for the first time and are happily getting to know each other until they're interrupted...and that is where all the drama begins!

My contributions for Cobert Week 2017. Cross posted from tumblr.

Modern AU! Life is not smooth sailing for the seperated couple Robert and Cora. Both are busy mending thier lives and are at a verge of making a life changing decision. Head or the Heart? Which one to listen to? That's the big question!

I have never written for Downton Abbey. I love Robert and Cora though. I wanted to try writing something and I had no idea where I was going with it. This was the result ..

It's Christmas, and Robert knows he has had a drink too many, but he decides to try to seduce a beautiful lady anyway. What he doesn't know is that the lady he has spotted is in fact Cora. What is going to happen when drunk Donk falls in love at first sight... with his wife of thirty-four years?

"Crawley's London House robbed. No news from the abductors yet. No ransom asked. Lady Cora Crawley, Countess of Grantham, is no where to be found. All the theories inside." •Cobert• (some Baxley here and there) When the light is hidden and the path is lost, how long does it take to come back home? [high T for ch4 & ch19]

While Cora has loved Robert from the very first time they met, Robert didn't feel the same... at first. But now that he finally has feelings for her, will he be strong enough to tell her? Will he be brave enough to end her pain?

Robert and Cora's engagement is not without a few obstacles. Written for the 2016 Cobert Holiday Fanfic Exchange.

Little pieces that could go here and there over season five. Rating may go up in future so M to be safe.

Modern AU. Cora and Robert are divorced, Cora had moved on, but now that seems to have gone up in flames.Who else would Cora turn to (hint it's Robert) I'm sure you can guess where this is heading...

Posts of a series of moments not seen on the show, but that we can imagine might happen, when Robert and Cora remember and remind each other how much they love each other. Prompts welcome!

A series of steamy, smut oneshots, starting at the beginning and working our way through the entire series. Dedicated to everyshipunsinkable (because why not?). Basically porn, so proceed at your own risk. Rated M.

Those little moments - those tears we shed, those actions we regretted, those smiles we had. Cobert drabbles, updated randomly when inspiration strikes. Some canon(ish), some AU.

Robert and Cora travel to New York to visit Cora's family. While there, Robert is confronted with the fact that he is not the only one who has eyes for Cora.

A tale of two trips to Egypt for Cora and Robert, one as the young viscount and viscountess, and a second as a 40th anniversary celebration. I promise the traditional angst and longing for the 1880s journey, and romantic fluff for the 1929 vacation.

Cora gets trendy over morning tea...

Robert has always thought he'd live the rest of his life with Cora. But when tragedy struck, and she's left with no recollection of her life with him, he feels hope being dashed out of him. He'll fight, oh he'll fight for her, for he knows no other way, but will she believe in what she doesn't even know? And will her heart remember what her mind has forgotten? Cobert Modern AU

an idea I had this morning. Read/Review :)

Cora and Robert celebrate Christmas together. Set Season 6ish. Mild M to be safe. Cobert Christmas Fic Exchange! My word was "warmth" and my photo was a poem with holly on it.

A series of vignettes detailing pivotal moments in the early years of Cora and Robert Crawley from the setting of their dressing rooms. Ratings will vary by chapter.

Cora happens upon some new reading material that has been mysteriously left in the library. Featuring passages from D. H. Lawrence's "Lady Chatterley's Lover." Some minor references to s6!

Sequel of sorts to Dolce Notte. Robert is on the mend, which means he can resume normal activity. This is Very Good News for everyone, especially us.

In the aftermath of the Red Dinner, Cora receives some advice and comfort from an unlikely source, and processes her feelings about the event and what it means for her and Robert.

A maid-attended strip tease. Mild spoilers for season 6. Cobert fluff.

Robert and Cora Crawley face uncertain times. A Cobert drabble, loosely based on S6 speculation …

Cora & Robert decide to live a little, and show their love and appreciation for one another. Basically, a smutty, porny, Cobert one-shot with minimal spoilers for mild references to 6x01.

A series of short fics which sees all the characters in turn witnessing a sweet romantic moment between Robert and Cora. Wont go past T rating.

Something I was thinking of - Cora and Robert take a trip to America to visit Tom and Sybbie but things do not go as planned.

Set after Rose's presentation in Season Four. Lord and Lady Grantham in the bedroom.

This is a story of what may have happened if Cora hadn't lost the baby. It's essentially 16 chapters of fluff at the moment that may be extended at some point! All upstairs characters feature.

Modern AU - Robert takes Cora to America for their 30-something wedding anniversary.

When a string of robberies lead to the murder of a honeymooning couple, Phryne and Jack find themselves going undercover... as newlyweds.

Robert and Cora experiment with some modern technology.

Robert and Cora end up with the house to themselves and dinner alone. In the love charged atmosphere will Robert and Cora finally forget Simon Bricker? And will love blossom into goodnight kisses below stairs too? COBERT, CHELSIE and BAXLEY! Set after series 5.

Robert and Cora's anniversary, set in the year 1910.

My contribution to the 2015 Cobert Valentine's Exchange. My prompt song was "Unforgettable" by Nat King Cole. At the 1925 Servants' Ball, Robert and Cora reminisce about the ball where they first met.

From a prompt on tumblr from zephiey, where Robert gets jealous because of young men flirting with Cora, set in 1925. I've also made it so that another house party is going on. I know, house parties mean trouble. A lot of characters appear, but only the main two are listed.

There are several scenes from various seasons that I have often wondered, what happened after that? This is a series of one shot looks at these scenes. Hoping to update weekly, mostly Cora and Robert scenes. Will also take suggestions if you have a scene you wanted to see what may have happened right after. Some M, some tame. A mixture really.

A series of loosely connected vignettes - the love story of Robert and Cora through the eyes of those around them. I'm fascinated by third person POV stories, and how different characters interpret what they see.

Having little or no sense, use, or purpose.

This is set in the aftermath of Matthew's death and is, perhaps, how his tragic accident could have affected Robert and Cora's marriage. It will probably be 2-3 chapters since I'm new to writing and don't quite have a sense of how to develop and sustain a story line. Let me know what you think.

This is a brief look at what could happen in the Christmas Special. I welcome your thoughts.

Robert is sore after his cricket match. Maybe there's something Cora can do to help. From a tumblr prompt courtesy of everyshipunsinkable. Enjoy!

For everyshipunsinkable on tumblr and based off of a post from my blog (knockedoveralamp) regarding PBS' Downton Abbey Cricket Team t-shirts. So, Robert has won a cricket match and out of pride, he's worn his cricket team t-shirt for 3 days. Cora manages to finally get it off of him, only to put it on herself. Modern Fic, very much M rated.

*Series 5 spoilers* A different take on how Robert and Cora might come back together, after he loses something dear to him and Sybbie lends a hand. One-shot

Set at the end of 3.08. I always wondered what happened at the end of that cricket match, who won? I also wanted a break from Series 5 stuff, so I went back to a happier time ish, for Cobert.

What I would liketo see happen following Season 5 episode 5 ... spoilers.

Cora is feelling like she has more to give and nothing and no-one to give it to. Robert is frustrated by Cora and feels he was not wrong to be upset in London - them getting over this if they can

*SERIES FIVE SPOLIERS* Set at some point between episode 5.05 and 5.06. Robert and Cora's first step to sorting themselves out.

Sometimes the eyes look without seeing, smiles seem tired, and love seems to have gotten lost somewhere on the road. Can Robert and Cora fix what seemed to be lost between them? One shot. SERIES 5 Spoilers Alert!

My take on Robert and Cora's Valentine's day that we didn't get to see in series 4, episode 1. One-shot.

'"No, darling, there's nothing…nothing that should bother you." For a moment he wanted to say 'wrong', but that would be a lie.' Here is what we didn't see in S3E01

Cora and Robert go for an evening stroll and get caught in the rain. Rated M just to be on the safe side.

A series of night time moments experienced by Cora. *Highclere Awards 2014 Winner: Best Characterisation: Cora*

More of the Shocking the Servants series, this time it's the maids and valets. Thanks to my lovely beta settees-under-siege, you are amazing and very helpful.

A Downton Abbey, Universe Alteration where Robert has loved Cora since before they got married. This leads to shenanigans where they are ultimately caught by Robert's mother, the Countess of Grantham. Lady Grantham is not pleased at any of theses situations, and she blames it on 'the American'.

Both Cora and Robert can sense that something is not quite right with Edith. Why would she go to Switzerland when Michael Gregson is still missing? Why with Rosamund? What is happening with their middle daughter?

Cora and Robert slip into one of the guest rooms at Downton for an afternoon pleasure. Only to be found by Mrs Hughes, Gwen and Anna when they come to get the room ready for a guest. Shocking the Servants series.

How would the Dowager re-act to seeing her son and daughter-in-law in a scandalous position? Just some light M and humour. Please R R Enjoy! xxx

Part of the "Cobert Winter Wonderland Smut Exchange." Robert stumbles upon a gingerbread house that is not meant for him. He, of course, cannot resist.

After helping Harold in America, Robert finally come back into the arms of his beloved wife. Spoilers Alert! Happens in the series 4 episode 8

Hallowe'en has come to Downton, and Cora has a surprise for Robert, in which things go 'purrfectly'

It happens at Robert's birthday party, when at the sound of ragtime, Robert and Cora seem to have become more daring than usual. Fluffy. Series 4 Spoilers.

SPOILERS. My take on what happened after Cora said that brilliant line! Sorry if its too much M but there's fluff as well near the end! :) xxx

One shot for 4.3. After initially finding himself in the dog house, Robert's fortunes improve thanks to a gallantry performance at dinner which he then attempts to use to his advantage.

Inspired by a Tumblr prompt. As corsets are put aside in favor of looser fashions, Cora does not like how she looks in her clothes. Robert sets out to convince her that she is beautiful no matter what. Rated T just to be safe.

Basically, Robert gets jealous, Cora gets angry, and things get smutty. A bit of fluff as well I spose. Inspired by tumblr post where Cora is dancing with some fell and Robert is just watching with Mary. Please read and review. Enjoy! xxx

Unable to cope or forgive Robert after Sybil's death, Cora takes Violet's advice and travels to Newport to recover from the loss on her own. Lost without his wife, Robert soon follows her there with only one goal in mind: to win back his wife and bring her back home where she belongs.

Cobert Summer Smutfic Exchange: Robert's birthday surprise for Cora doesn't go exactly as planned.

Cobert Summer Smutfic Exchange: Robert and Cora learn about the art of bicycling, among other things.

Robert surprises Cora on what was supposed to be a walk through the countryside on a hot summers day. For the Cobert Summer Smut Challenge.

Cobert Summertime Smutfest.. Cora takes Robert on a coastal holiday to take him out of himself and help him grieve. (I really suck at titles) enjoy xxx

The walls of the Abbey were thinner than Cora remembered...

Modern AU. Robert Crawley is the owner of a large chain of 4-star hotels in Europe. Cora Levinson is an American on holiday, rumored to have capital she is looking to invest overseas. Will what began as a carefree affair over her holiday become more? When the media gets wind of their romance, what will happen when she is confronted with Robert's true motives for seducing her?

How will Cora's pregnancy affect the family? Their marriage? Sequel to Heartlines.

The arrival of Cora's old suitor sets Robert's teeth on edge.

Cora and Robert travel to Venice, leading to a surprise when they return home.

It is Cora's first birthday at Downton Abbey since her arranged marraige to Robert and though their relationship is budding, it is yet to flourish. What will be the consequences when Rosamund decides to get Cora drunk?

Set 5 months after the Christmas special of season 3 **Season 3 SPOILERS** Cora discovers the extent of Edith's relationship with Mr Gregson. Will continue on to future chapters to inculde other people including some good Robert and Cora scenes that may get M rated as we continue.

Coping with little Lady Mary and baby Edith exhausts the young lord and lady; Cora's maid begins to suspect something is amiss.

**Cobert Valentine's Smut Exchange** What starts out as after-dinner drinks and casual conversation for Robert and Matthew, soon turns into a trip down memory lane for Robert while his terribly uncomfortable son-in-law suffers silently.

Part of the Cobert Valentines Day Exchange. Robert whisks Cora off for a surprise evening.

Cora convinces Violet to watch the girls so that she and Robert can away together. Valentines Exchange.

Robert's left with a painful reminder of the previous night but is it really that painful? Inspired by a comment on Tumblr by modernamericangirl on a Cora the Cat post saying "I wonder if Cora ever gets over enthusiastic and accidentally scratches Robert?"

Cobert Holiday Smut Fanfiction Exchange: Someone inadvertently opens Robert's Christmas gift for Cora.

Welcome to the Highlands!

It is Christmas Eve and Robert almost blows it... *Cobert Holiday (Smut) Fanfiction Exchange* Merry Christmas!

In London on their first Christmas together, Robert takes Cora shopping and finds the part where she tries on the new frocks far more intense than he realized. Cobert Holiday Fanfic Exchange!

Robert and Cora discuss the benefits of Naughty and Nice. ***Part of the Cobert Holiday Exchange***

Robert and Cora spend the weekend in London where they discover, among other things, the advantages of modern plumbing.

One-shot for 3.1 set on the night of Matthew and Mary's wedding. Love is in the air and it seems to be affecting everyone.

Robert has his revenge. Rated M for very mature game-playing. A companion piece to a mini-arc from "And When", because subtle tea dared me to do it. I expect drunk!Cora shenanigans in return. *g*

Missing scene from S01E07. Mary and Cora discuss Cora's pregnancy when Mary returns from London.