They say there are three kinds of shocks that a human being experiences. One is a lightning shock, the second is an electrical shock, but the third is something that blows a mind while the body remains unharmed, and at this moment, Colin Bridgerton and the rest of his family were feeling the same kind of shock as they watched his eldest brother mope at dinner.

Benedict noticed how everyone sat weirdly quite at the table, even his mother, who was not one to let go of this chance to ask how their days went.

"Can someone pass me gravy?" Anthony asked, and to Ben's surprise, the girls completely ignored him until his mom sighed. "Daphne, please pass your brother the gravy."

"I would be passing it on to celebrities if it were not for him." Daphne muttered annoyingly while Francesca sniffed as Eloise picked up the bowl and put it close enough for Anthony to reach it.

"Girls, I said I don't know what happened." Anthony tried to explain, but his sisters were not listening. "She was such a nice girl, mom; she agreed to stay for dinner. I told all my friends that Pop Star Kate Sharma was having dinner with our family; now I have no pictures to post."

"Wait a minute, Kate, Kate Sharma was here at our house?" Benedict inquired with great interest.

"Yes, she came to see Honey." Hyacinth informed him, making Benedict smirk at his brother in amusement.

"So finally, the girl, of your wet dream has appeared in our house." He teased, making Anthony angrily burst out. "Mind your business, Ben."

"Mind your business, Ben." Benedict mocked childishly, making Anthony stand up as he excused himself and stormed towards his bedroom.

Violet looked after Anthony's room with a worried expression as she sighed. "What am I going to do with him?"

Colin did, however, register something that no one else did. After dinner was over, he went towards Ben's room and saw him playing video games. "Ben, earlier at dinner, you mentioned something about Kate Sharma being Anthony's wet dream? Is he some sort of closeted fan? Because I cannot recall him ever mentioning her."

Benedict scoffs as he reminds his brother. "Whenever did our shrew brother ever talk about girls? But even before his shrewdness set in, Anthony was a complete loser when it came to girls. With all his perfection, Ant lacks confidence to approach the one girl he always liked."

Colin's eyes widened because he never thought Benedict observed Kate and Anthony's chemistry like he and his friends did. "So you noticed it too that Anthony likes Kate?"

To his surprise, Benedict laughed! "Liked? More like absolutely madly in love with Kate Sharma all his life but gutless to ever declare his feelings. Anthony could worship the ground she walked on and never say a word."

Colin could not believe this. "You exaggerate! We will all be living together all our lives, and I never remember Anthony ever speaking anything about Kate Sharma."

"And when was the last time St. Anthony ever discussed his feelings? Huh? Even I would not have known if I hadn't overheard his and Dad's conversation. Apparently Anthony always loved Kate Sharma, like those silly childhood crushes, but never found the courage to introduce himself, so he loved her from afar. Remember how he became extra moody a few months before our dad's accident? That was because Kate left Mayfair because she was selected for a band that came here to audition new singers. I think dad forced Anthony to tell him why he was so down those days, and Anthony poured his heart out to dad. I only heard a few parts until it became too depressing to hear, but if you want to get the full picture, go search Anthony's room for a wooden box, and you will get the idea."

So the next day, during after Anthony left to take Francesca to her piano recital and his mom left with rest of children to visit Aunt Billie, Colin sneaked Penelope and Sophie into the dangerous territory. "Alright, Anthony's Angels, let us find that wooden box Benedict was speaking about."

"I don't know, guys?" Sophie said it with hesitation as she looked around the room. "Do we have to invade Anthony's privacy to figure out the depth of his feelings?"

"Yes." Both her friends said it simultaneously before Colin explained. "Come on, Soph, how are we going to figure out this mission to help my brother if we have no idea how deeply he feels for Kate Sharma? If what Benedict says is true and Kate is the girl Anthony has been pining for all his life, then she is not just a random girl for a date. If we succeed in this mission, we could achieve long-term happiness for my brother. So yeah, we need to search for that box."

Sophie sighed as she nodded her head. Penelope clapped her hands in excitement. "Alright, I will search low. Colin, you search all high places, and Sophie, you look around middle places and make sure to put things back as they were so Anthony won't suspect a thing.

So the search began. Penelope did not find anything under the bed or in the lower cabinets. Similar to Sophie, she did not find anything in bedside drawers or dressing drawers. It was Colin who, after his third try, found a huge, dusted black back on top of his brother's wardrobe.

Colin sneezed as he dusted away the bag with his hand and then got the shock of his life as he realised what kind of bag this was. "Is that? A guitar case?" Penelope inquires with a dumbfounded look.

"It looks like it. Here, Soph, grab this so I can search for the box."

Sophie quickly stepped forward and grabbed the case, sneezing herself because there was so much dust covering the case.

Colin stretched his hand until he came into contact with something hard. "Girls, I think I found it."

They watched as Colin stood on his toes and finally laughed triumphantly. "I found it!"

He carefully picked up the box and was surprised that it was not covered with dust, so it must mean that this box does not constantly stay hidden.

Penelope took the box from Colin's hand, and together the three of them opened what was the doorway to Anthony's heart.

Colin opened it carefully and was surprised to see it filled with old junk. "Well, that's disappointing these are Kate's old pictures cut outs from magazines."

"No, look at this.!" Penelope opened an old drawing, and Sophie and her aww when they showed it to Colin. "My favourite person?" Anthony was no artist, and young Anthony was terrible, but Colin can make out a little girl drawing with long black curly hair.

"It says kindergarten?" Colin was baffled by this drawing as Sophie examined a lone crescent-shaped silver earring. An old book of Robinson's Crusoe had Kate Sharma's name from fifth grade.

"Cute scarf." Penelope muses as she picks it up and finds K.S. initials stitched on the corner. They found some more small trinkets and a frame that had two dried tulips pressed on it.

"Guys, look at this old empty tea cup." Sophie picked it out of the box, and Colin looked surprised because Anthony has brought the same drink to Kate many times now. "That's from Patel's shop. Holy shit! I totally forgot Anthony worked there two years ago."

They all put back Anthony's treasure, and Colin opened the case and was shocked when he found a guitar inside it. "You never told us Anthony played guitar?"

"That's because, until now, I had no idea he could play guitar." Colin explained himself as he took out a guitar that definitely belongs to his brother.

"Look, guys, there is USB inside."

They quickly put the things back where they were and rushed to Colin's room. There, he connected it to his laptop, and a few minutes later, he along with his friends got another shock of their lives

Anthony has just dropped off Francesca at her music class and walked towards the next building at Patel's tea shop to pass some time. Narayan Patel looked up from his table and smiled at him. "Ah! My old best employee has returned."

"Nice to see you, Mr. Patel. How was work today?"

"Don't ask, these workers lack your work ethics. Look there, my own son is taking his third break. I was telling him a few days ago what a dedicated employee you were. Never take more than one break, although I admit I still cannot understand your irregular timings, but anything is better than this."

Anthony laughed, but then suddenly his smile slipped from his face because the reason for his irregular timing of breaks had just arrived.

Like reflex, he quickly lowered his head, making sure his body was turned in the opposite direction so he would not be seen.

He counted his breaths while listening to Mr. Patel while keeping his focus on Kate's movement as she ordered her Chai.

"I want Masala Chai, please, with a pinch of cinnamon."

"Oh no, Stan is still learning to make that chai." Mr. Patel mumbled, and Anthony quickly darted inside the small kitchen, where no one was shocked to see him. He prepared Kate's chai exactly how she liked it before adding a small pinch of cinnamon in the end. "Go take it to her, and offer her saffron cakes to go with it."

He watched Kate take her chai and delighted on her face when saffron cakes were offered to her.

As soon as she left, he walked out and waited an hour until class is over before leaving Anthony ordered Francesca a cold tea before saying goodbye to Mr. Patel. "It's always great to see you here, son."

Anthony smiled and walked towards music class, only to come face-to-face with Fran hugging Kate. "Look Anthony! Who I found?"

His smile dropped, and Kate stood awkwardly as she thought about how she reacted the last time they met. It was not Anthony's fault she was carried away in that romantic moment, but what a fool she was because Anthony was just preparing his skit.

"Hey Anthony."

"Hey Kate." He says it in a low voice before managing a smile that seems more like a grimace. It was then that Anthony noticed a camera guy recording their meeting.

Kate noticed Anthony staring at the camera guy, and she hurriedly explained. "My band manager wants me to document a day of trip down the memory lane. You know the places and people that were part of my life before I became famous. We just finished shooting at my house, and the first place I brought them was this place where my music journey began."

Anthony stared at the place, but his mind was taking a trip down a memory lane of his own. "That's nice."

"You used to attend this school too? My brother used to work there at shop." Francesca informed Kate, who gasped in surprise as she looked up at Anthony. "Really? When?"

"He worked many years since he was fourteen until two years ago." Francesca told her again, and Kate could not believe this strange coincidence. "Wow, I had been attending school since I was fourteen until I left with my band. It's so strange that we never crossed each other's paths. Probably because you have different shifts."

"Yeah probably." Anthony finally managed to say.

Francesca, however, frowned as she stared at both buildings in confusion. "But Ant? Your shift timings were around the same hours as this school timing was; then how come you have not met Kate even once?"

"Fran, it's getting late, and I bet Kate is busy with her documentary."

Francesca's face fell, but Kate quickly wrapped her arms around her sister's shoulder. "How about you two join me on this trip? I could use some guides to explain about the special places in Mayfair."

Anthony felt panicked, but when he saw Kate's eyes insisting on agreeing with her while Fran pleaded sweetly, "Please, Anthony, this way I can get music tips from a real pop star."

Anthony sighed as he stared at two of his favourite girls. "Alright, let's go down memory lane."

Back at home, Colin clicked the enter button, and a video appeared of his brother sitting on a stool in what appeared to be their garage as he began to play guitar. A few moments later, girls gasped as a deep, melodious voice filled his room.

I found a love, for me Darling, just dive right in and follow my lead Well, I found a girl, beautiful and sweet Oh, I never knew you were the someone waiting for me

Anthony watched Kate play the piano, and his mind went to the first day of kindergarten.

( Flashback)

Anthony did not like this place. His mom promised this place was good, but nothing good is happening. He coloured his page, but to his annoyance, it looked so dirty.

It was then that he heard beautiful music and looked up. A girl with dark curly hair was playing Old McDonald's Farm on a small piano with the sweetest voice ever.

"Old McDonald's has a farm, Eya, Eya O."

He laughs and claps when she makes silly animal noises, and just like him, other kids start enjoying this song too. Laughing and making animal noises.

He thought his mom was right and that this school was the best. Anthony stepped forward to tell his name so they could be friends, but soon everyone rushed to the girl's side to shake her hand, and that spook her as her beautiful smile left and tears filled her eyes as she stared at children all around her.

"Children, please step aside; you must let Kate decide who she wants to be friends with."

Kate, Anthony said that name once because now he knew the girl's name, and like a good boy, he listened to his teacher waiting for Kate to choose him to be his friend, but she never chose him. In fact, she chose Marina and Thomas as her friends and spent all her time playing with them, and Anthony watched them from afar, hoping one day Kate would notice him.

(End of Flashback)

Cause we were just kids when we fell in love Not knowing what it was I will not give you up this time But darling, just kiss me slow Your heart is all I own And in your eyes, you're holding mine

As they toured their old school, Anthony could easily see how the years went by, and as Kate blossomed into a beautiful girl who was fun and talented, she was surrounded by so many people who wanted to be her friends that she never got a chance to notice him. Not that it was her fault, because by that time Anthony was content to stay in shadow with only his best friend Simon Bassett, and then his siblings became part of his life.

"Look, Kate, Anthony is in this picture too." Francesca points out, and Anthony flinched as Kate finally leaned closer to notice their third grade picture and saw him sitting right behind herself.

Kate cannot explain how she felt when she got another proof that Anthony was always around her world, but they never noticed each other before. She touched young Anthony's face and looked up, but Anthony was looking away, and maybe he never truly saw her before now, which saddens her.

Baby , I'm dancing in the dark With you between my arms Barefoot on the grass Listening to our favourite song When you said you looked a mess I whispered underneath my breath But you heard it Darling, you look perfect tonight

"And this is Mayfair Park. My parents brought me and my sister every weekend, and I used to swing on this for hours." Kate told the camera before grabbing Francesca's hands as she ran towards the swings.

Like always, Anthony sat on the bench as he stared at Kate, laughing and swinging higher and higher until he remembered that day. "Be careful, both of you." He cautioned, but Kate laughed as she teased. Don't be such a grandpa; nothing is going to happen except that I have fallen only once."

Anthony grumbled something under his breath, but Francesca was already asking her questions about her fall.

( Flashback)

Eleven-year-old Kate was swinging higher and higher even when her aunt warned her. He left to buy ice cream when, a few minutes later, a scream echoed as Kate fell and hit her head on the ground.

Her head was dizzy as blood was pouring out, but suddenly, through her blurred vision, she saw someone kneeling down beside her.

"Do not worry, Kate! Nothing will happen to you."

And Kate believes him, as the boy placed a wet cloth on her forehead and took out his jacket to cover her up.

By the time her Appa arrived, Kate was losing consciousness, but the last thing she remembered were those soft hands and assuring words. "You will be fine."

(End of Flashback)

"And as it turns out, I was fine."

"That's so sweet, Kate. Have you thanked that boy?"

Kate stops swinging as she shakes her head. "I did not see his face because everything was so blurry, and Appa, in his panic, forgot to ask his name. By the time I was better enough to return to that park, we did not see that boy again."

"That's sad? I wish he knew you were alright." Francesca says it wistfully.

Suddenly, Kate got an idea as she stared at the camera. "Many years ago, a brave young boy saved my life after a bad fall, so if you are listening to this, thank you. I owe you my life."

As Kate stared over at Anthony, she noticed him smiling and wiping his eyes, and for a moment, she felt a strange closeness to him again.

Well, I found a woman, stronger than anyone I know She shares my dreams, I hope that someday I'll share her home I found a lover, to carry more than just my secrets To carry love, to carry children of our own

We are still kids, but we're so in love Fighting against all odds I know we'll be alright this time Darling, just hold my hand Be my girl, I'll be your man I see my future in your eyes

As they continued with the tour, each place reminded Anthony about how he fell harder for Kate.

He took a job at Patel's shop when Kate joined music school, and he took his break at the exact moment whenever it was Kate's turn to perform. Luckily, the break room wall was connected with the school wall, and Anthony would stare at Kate through the window and sing along with her.

He cannot explain why or when it happened, but slowly he began to develop a love for music. He saved money to buy a guitar because Kate loved it next to the piano.

He learned to play all the notes himself by watching others at school. At night, he would practice in the garage because it was soundproof, so no one would know what he was doing.

And then finally, he overheard Kate's biggest dream.

( Flashback)

"The B.M.G. music producer sent their manager to audition talented singers. Please, Appa, this is one and a lifetime chance, and if they choose my audition video, then I could be Mayfair's first pop star."

Anthony watched as he prepared Kate's chai as she convinced her aunt. "Please, please, Appa, please give me permission."

Her father laughed, Kate's joy was breath-taking, and Anthony decided that this was the moment he could be seen by Kate Sharma.

After his shift ended, he rushed towards his house and found his dad in the garage, cleaning his car. "Dad, can we talk?"

His dad smiled as he put his cleaning stuff down. "What's up, Anthony?"

Edmund Bridgerton then listened to his son and was surprised to find out how deeply he felt for this girl that his life became hers without him knowing. "Anthony, is this what you want? Or are you doing this to get noticed by this girl?"

Anthony gulped because how can he explain his feelings when he cannot explain them to himself? "I am a really good dad, and if doing this brings me closer to her orbit, then it's worth it. Just please give me permission and help me make an audition video."

Baby, I'm dancing in the dark With you between my arms Barefoot on the grass Listening to our favorite song When I saw you in that dress, looking so beautiful I don't deserve this Darling, you look perfect tonight

Baby, I'm dancing in the dark With you between my arms Barefoot on the grass Listening to our favorite song I have faith in what I see Now I know I have met an angel in person And she looks perfect

I don't deserve this You look perfect tonight

Back at home, Colin noticed their dad's voice in the background as he instructed Anthony to sit confidently between few bloopers video until Anthony finished one video singing perfectly without any interruption.

Penelope heard B.M.G's music, and she quickly took out her phone to search for information about them until her eyes widened in shock. "Guys, they are Kate's producers. Their manager apparently did audition there and after two singers' close call, they chose Kate for their band."

"And Anthony auditioned for the same band too." Sophie mused until Colin clicked the last video but instead of Anthony it was their father who looked excitedly at the camera.

"Violet I cannot wait to tell you and our family this good news, but apparently, our son is super talented, who just got selected by this big music company for their band."

"What?" All three of them screamed in shock as they watched Edmund recording the entire meeting between Anthony and the B.M.G's manager. He was about to sign the contract when suddenly Anthony stopped with a frown as he looked around.

"Excuse me sir, did Kate Sharma not audition for this band?"

The manager's eyes lit with understanding as he opened a file. "You mean Kathani Sharma. Yup, she did an audition and I must tell you, boy, it was a close competition between you two. I wanted to pick you both for band, but the producers only wanted one singer, so we chose you. As soon you sign this document, we will tell her and other participants they lose their chance."

"No way!" Colin exclaimed in disbelief as Edmund's voice cautioned Anthony who dropped the pen.

I am sorry, but I cannot join your band.

"What?" Both Edmund and the manager yelled in surprise but Anthony smiled. "It's okay day, maybe this was not the right moment for me, but Sir, please give Kate this chance. She is really talented and born to shine like a superstar. Trust me, you won't regret choosing her."

"Are you sure?" the Manager asked once again and Anthony nodded his head before leaving the studio. "Come dad, let's go home."

On their way out, his dad stopped him as he asked. "Are you sure, you want to give up this chance?"

"Absolutely, this may be my dream dad, but it's Kate's great wish and there is nothing in this world I will not do to fulfill her wish, so yeah, I have no regrets, because I know Kate will be happy in the end."

As Anthony walked towards the car the camera turned to Edmund, who began to say, ", Its official Violet, our son is an idiot with the biggest heart and I hope for his sake he gets that girl one day because she is his happiness, as you were mine and that love is quite rare to find in this world. I am proud of Anthony for finding that love in his life and I know you and our family will be proud of him too."

The video ends and Penelope and Sophie embraces Colin, who was wiping his tears away.

Suddenly, a noise alerts them that everyone is back at home. Colin quickly shut his laptop and hid the USB in his drawer.

As Anthony's Angels walked outside they saw all the Bridgerton children excited and Violet beaming with joy as Francesca told everyone how she and Anthony spent the day with Kate Sharma.

"Now everyone, someone promised me dinner at this house." Kate reminded them and the girls squealed as Violet led them towards the dining room.

Anthony was smiling in a corner as he watched Kate interact with her family in his home, something that was his greatest wish for his hidden love story.

he did not realize only that his years-long hidden love story was not so hidden anymore as Colin, Penelope and Sophie saw happiness on Anthony's face and at that moment, Colin made promised with himself and his friends.

"Forget about this dating rule, we are going to bring Kate in Anthony's life. By the end of this, Mayfair will remember a legendary love story between Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Sharma. Agreed?" He asked by putting his hand in front.

Penelope put her hand on top of Colin's and Sophie put her hand on top of them as Anthony's Angels made pact. "Agree!"