After Ross has done the unthinkable, how can he possibly find a way to give Demelza what she deserves? Post S2 Epi 8 (Spoilers for U.S. viewers).

A conversation I needed to have taken place. Just before the final scene.

The thoughts of several characters after Ross's speech and after the verdict (First chapter : Elizabeth).

A short fic of 2-3 chapters that will fill the gap between the last two scenes with Ross and Demelza in episode 10, series 2. Just how did Ross persuade her to stay? What did they say and what were their thoughts? And after months of no physical contact, how did that go down! Rated for later chapters.

"The dress was exquisite. The sapphire neckless was gorgeous, and a perfect match for the dress. But Elizabeth could take no pleasure from the gifts... " What could be Elizabeth's thoughts and her relationship to George after 2.10 ?

Whatever he says, he never chooses the right words. Ross's and Demelza's thoughts during their estrangement, until their final reconciliation.

She deserved better but she craved him and there was nothing fair about that, nothing right, nothing good. So she would give him honesty and she would give herself space. Time would decide their fate because she was no longer in a place to be trusted with such a choice. Demelza-centric introspection