Chapter1
-Inside Trafalgar house-
He'd been regretting his decision the second he made the proposal, but it was too late to go back. Eliza's money was going to save Sanditon and his family. He had to put on a brave face.
He was heartbroken when Eliza left him ten years ago, but this was far more painful. Not only had his own heart shattered but he also felt guilty for breaking her heart too. With these thoughts Sidney rose abruptly and walked towards the window. It was then when he notice Tom have already entered in the room and was explaining him about his new idea.
"... so what do you think brother? When do you think we could get this extra money?" asked Tom excited, not really expecting Sidney would refuse his idea.
Sidney shook his head. He had only listened the ending of Tom's speech but he didn't have the mood to hear Tom's new ideas. He felt it was because of him he was now heartbroken, not intentionally of course, but he felt Tom gave him no choice but to go on with Eliza proposal in order to save his family. But Sidney loved his brother above all things and he could never say this aloud because he knew it would hurt him. So Sidney turned around and regarded him politely.
"I'll see what I can do. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have business to attend". He swiftly exited the room.
"Sidney …" Tom noticed his cold and distant answer but before he could add anything else he was gone.
