West Wing Drabble Bullpen

by Arpad Hrunta

An ongoing series of drabbles on various West Wing topics and characters, with a heavy serving of Josh/Donna. So far each one has been exactly 100 words.

13. His Lordship's Goodbye

His Lordship's Goodbye

Lord John Marbury and Josh, early Santos administration, 100 words.

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"Why, it's the new Gerald!"

"Mr. Ambassador."

"It's John, Josh. Call me John. So it's back to Blighty for me, away from your fair shores. New President, new Gerald, time for a new British Ambassador."

"It won't be the same without you. I know Donna will miss you."

"A woman of excellent taste. On some matters, at least."

"Ha, ha, John. You know, I've wondered. When CJ was Chief of Staff, did you call her Geraldine or something?"

"CJ will always be my Princepessa."

"I'd rather be the new Gerald."

"Quite. I do miss the old one, though."

"Me too."