Adult Content Warning

This work could have adult content. If you continue, you have agreed that you are willing to see such content.

If you accept cookies from our site and you choose "Yes, Continue", you will not be asked again during this session (that is, until you close your browser). If you log in you can store your preference and never be asked again.

  1. It wasn't a big deal (Until it was) by

    Fandoms: Bridgerton (TV), Bridgerton Series - Julia Quinn  

    15 Dec 2025

    Tags
    Summary

    Two months of friendship between Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton and being roommates spiral into tension after a heated, impulsive kiss. The next day, Colin seemingly moves with another woman, leaving Penelope heartbroken and questioning her place in his life.

     

    Thanksgiving brings further turmoil as family chaos, jealousy, and misunderstandings collide, and colin makes her feel outright like she doesn't belong there, while protective friends rally to defend her.

     

    Seeking solace, she reconnects with an old friend, Michael Stirling, whose humor, warmth, and companionship offer a brief escape from her pain.

     

    Amid heartbreak, rivalry, and unspoken feelings, Penelope and Colin must confront the love that has been growing between them all along.

    Language:
    English
    Words:
    27,687
    Chapters:
    7/7
    Comments:
    26
    Kudos:
    159
    Bookmarks:
    26
    Hits:
    3,877