Truth Unseen
Trope: We're best-friends and I didn't realize I was in love with you, until I saw you with someone else.
Pairing: Benedict Bridgerton x GN!Reader
*Used 'Mx.' In place of Miss/Mrs/Mr, etc
Warnings: A kiss at the end, but that's it!
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The sound of mixed conversation, music, laughter and clinking glasses filled your ears as you entered the large room. You swallowed hard, and took a deep breath, your chest tight with anxiety.
"See? Isn't it lovely?" Your mother asked as she ushered you further into the room.
"Yes. Lovely." You smiled at her, trying to subdue your anxieties.
Your first proper ball for your first proper season. You had managed to delay one year, but your parents would never allow you another year off. You had delayed as long as you could, now, you must find a spouse, much to your dismay.
As your eyes grazed over the crowds of people, you felt a rush of anxiety when you met the eyes of an approaching man. Bowing to your mother in greeting he stepped towards you.
"Well, don't you look...shiny." Benedict said, trying to hide an amused smile.
Quickly, you reached out and pinched his arm, unnoticed by anyone else. Letting out a soft gasp he smiled even wider. "Manners." He teased as he reached out his arm for you to take.
Looping your's through his, he lead you further into the room. "I don't need your incessant teasing Benedict, not tonight. I have enough I need to deal with." You attempted to sound playful, but Benedict could easily pick up on your anxiety.