Episode 51- The Enemy Has Arrived

The Enemy Has ArrivedUpon Your Return - Episode 51There was no reason to think their intruders were out to do them harm, but anything was possible. And he seemed to be taking it as something graver than the simple prospect of being discovered by her aunt.“Grant,” she whispered, suddenly fearful for their shared predicament. “It's…” she began, but then realized he was merely going with instinct.“Don't fight me this time, chère.” He placed a quick kiss on her lips. “Just do what I say. Clothe yourself as fast as possible and we'll soon find out the identity of our intruders.”He rolled from her and yanked his slacks from the vanity nearby.Fara reached for her chemise and corset, without bothering to tighten the laces, and quickly pulled on her dress over them. All of these tasks would normally be done by her nursemaid, but there was no time for that. She abandoned her stockings and jammed her feet into her slippers. When she straightened, she saw that Grant was fully dressed and un

Last Updated : 2025-07-09

Episode 52-The Monster Behind the Man

The Monster Behind the ManUpon Your Return - Episode 52“I broke his heart, did I? He doesn't have one or he wouldn't have taken my son. More or less when I refused him, I merely bruised his precious ego! Damn him!” she shouted back.The man approached her and with a grip on her waist, he directed her to the door and pushed her through with a hand at the small of her back. “Oui,” he muttered. “Perhaps you will have enough courage to say that to my employer's face!”“Gladly!” she countered and gasped as his arm snaked around her neck.She wondered why this man was so quick to defend Nicholas when there was only money at stake. She frowned as he directed her down the stairs to meet his accomplice.***Grant veered to miss a street vendor who was closing for the night. He hugged his thighs close to the destrier to pick up speed. His breath came in gasps, labored from a panicked state he'd never experienced before. From his belly, he felt a series of knots from what he assumed to be anx

Last Updated : 2025-07-09

Episode 53-The World Is Wrong

The World Is WrongUpon Your Return - Episode 53***Grant grimaced. That took care of part of the problem, but he’d have to worry about what Nicholas was capable of, and as far as he knew, there were no limits. As the men cut his bonds, he swung around and deftly took one man's rapier while leaving him with a bloody nose. Knowing he was no match for a pistol, he ran behind a vendor cart, ducking to avoid the shot.“You will pay for that.”The man whose nose was bloodied stood in front of him. He was either mad or stupid for he carried no other weapon. Another shot rang out and a bloodstain on the man's shirt appeared and rapidly grew. He fell to the ground.Grant shook his head in disbelief and ducked down. For a man to kill his own comrade was serious business. If he didn't find some way to gain an advantage he'd end up the same, with a hole through the center of his chest. No doubt, at this very moment the ruffian hurried to ready his pistol.Grant heard cautious footsteps approac

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Episode 54-Conclusion and Back Matter

Conclusion and Back MatterUpon Your Return - Episode 54***When she came to, Fara was annoyed by the bright light above her. Her vision gradually came into focus and she noted that she was in the cabin, tucked away in Grant's bed. She lifted the sheet from her naked body to peer at the bandage covering her upper thigh. It felt binding, but she had no doubt of the doctor's expertise. Besides, it was a mere surface wound from a dagger.She sighed and nestled deeper within the bedclothes. Fara glanced around the cabin to find Grant's long form upon the settee and she smiled. He was magnificent, even in sleep. When he stretched while dreaming, a shirt button came undone to reveal a cord of muscle with a light covering of hair. She longed to reach out and touch him. She was too familiar with his body. It was a wonder she hadn't forgotten anything about him in four years’ time. A knock came at the door. Fara cleared her throat. “Entré!”Eric appeared in the doorway. “Petite!” he exclaime

Last Updated : 2025-07-09

All Chapters of Upon Your Return: Chapter 51 - Chapter 54

Episode 51- The Enemy Has Arrived

Episode 52-The Monster Behind the Man

Episode 53-The World Is Wrong

Episode 54-Conclusion and Back Matter