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I think the benefit will probably come in a more discreet way, like better opportunities or society standing. And if there is something of value, it would probably come from Amelia; the necklace would be George paying. Also both the Russian necklace of the French Princess, as well as the Ruby and Sapphire jewels from his Greek adventures, are part of the "Granger Treasury" that he probably want to keep to his daughters.

In George's place, I am not sure I would trust Caroline, she has some erratic behavior in the past. It is the best solution though, Francis and George are known to be close, and Francis knows his children already, do it wouldn't be strange to visit and spend time with the children. A title that was allowed to pass to the second son was a good reward, even if Caroline was previously in a bitchy and spending phase before, she does have a finger to build a solid financial enterprise now that she has an objective.

I keep forgetting to comment when they are posted, so I'm one behind, but thanks for the chapters @Mark Arbour. I wonder, particular after being irritating, what benefits will the government get George? He just got a title update not long ago, this is still before the proliferation of Orders and he already has Bath (and it's too junior for Garter). He previously already had big frigates, and with the Endymion occupied, plus the peace, it might be difficult to get a good appointment. Hope he gets a frigates still, maybe a small squadron to command, instead of being promoted to 3rd rates, he will die of boredom in a fleet (unless it's the Mediterranean, the Channel, North Sea or Baltic would be a punishment).

I forgot to comment when the chapter came out, but thanks @Mark Arbour Is it just me or Daventry was a bit prickly? Is he just nervous due to political pressure, didn't he want to talk in front of Francis, or is there a third reason for his stress?

I know the Regency period is slightly later than this, but I was watching the latest Bridgeton season (S3), and and Benedict new discovery of "free love" really reminded me of George, Francis and Carmella 😁

Does anyone else feels like the Process staged the drowning just do she could be saved by s half naked, wet Francis?

Calvert being promoted to "Gay Friend" 😂

Thanks @Mark Arbour! This was a great chapter, one of those where nothing happens but a lot happens, and a time their were definitely needing for a while to understand each other not just as lovers but as men. 🫂❤️

That's Why I joked it was 2 centuries early 😂

I forgot to ask/comment... William is only 10, so he might or might not notice already, but I wonder if in a couple of years he will notice the care George and Francis have for each other and if he will talk to his father. Will George have to have a conversation about sexuality 2 centuries before it's "time"? 😬

I love seeing them together, and it's good that Francis is slowly introduced to the kids as well. Thanks for the chapter @Mark Arbour

Not marry, none of our boys wants that, but didn't the unmarried princesses had affairs? An affair impossible to turn into a marriage is also a good excuse so remain unmarried for a while 😉

Well, they need to see it from the good prism, even if they don't reach the act, rumors of either Francis or George (or both) connection with Royal princesses would do wonders to their reputation. No one would find strange if Francis went to live with George and attended to court more often. Since the young Amelia is already in awe of Calvert, I'm personally in favour of Mary (future Duchess of Gloucester and Edinburgh) for George (Karma is a b****).

Good thing they knew each other already and the Major Gambier accepted George's suggestions. Better prevent any problems. Sometimes I think Winkler is too respectful of George, how he doesn't dress down those 2 for giving him more work I will never know. 😁

Did anyone else felt the vibe of "power couple"? With Francis injured they even have a good excuse to live together when they go back to London, after all it's not strange for George to offer accomodation to a close friend, Freddie lives with them, and Daventry live in Portland house for a while after their mission before setting his one house in London to raise his child. Great chapter @Mark Arbour!