“You’re everything I am and more- you can spell perfectly, and your letters are genius- I could never do that!” “Oh, but you are so gorgeous, Y/N!” Y/N laughed at her response. “You are everything I strive to be- kind, smart, brave, beautiful…”Įliza stuttered as she scrambled to reply. She reached over and grabbed Eliza’s hand, tangling her fingers with the Schuyler’s. “I really do enjoy your company, Eliza,” Y/N commented. Y/N and Eliza spoke for hours, catching up and discussing whatever topics they could think of. “I have so much to tell you- come on!” Eliza began to lead her companion to her bedroom, chattering the whole way. The other two Schuyler sisters looked on happily. “I’m here! Oh, Eliza, I know we’ve only met once, but I have missed you so!” The two girls stared at each other for a moment before Eliza ran into the older woman’s arms, giggling. When she opened them, Eliza was in front of her. She closed her eyes and played with the hem of her sleeve, stepping out into the living space. “I suppose that’s my cue,” Y/N mumbled, growing nervous. Suddenly, the visitor’s face grew red when she heard light footsteps on the stairs. Y/N nodded thankfully at Angelica as she received her drink and sipped it. I’ll be spending the afternoon here if that’s alright, and I’ll be able to visit a few more times within the week.” “How long will you be with us?” Peggy asked, sitting down next to Y/N. “Yes, thank you,” Y/N replied, following the girls deeper into the house. “Would you like something to drink, Y/N?” “She’s nervous!” Peggy butted in, and the eldest Schuyler shushed her.

“Eliza will be out any minute,” Angelica said. She had never seen the home before- although her family was wealthy, the Schuyler’s house was exciting to anyone who entered. “It’s lovely to see you again, Angelica,” Y/N replied, smiling and entering the estate. Peggy stepped back as Angelica embraced the woman on the doorstep. “Peggy, don’t keep her at the door forever!” Angelica called, appearing in the doorway. Y/N giggled at her enthusiasm and shook her head. Of course, we’ve spoken over letters, but we never met!” “Y/N, you’re here!” she exclaimed, sticking out her hand. She swallowed hard and rapped lightly on the door, smiling when Peggy appeared in front of her. Philip and Catherine Schuyler would not suspect any of Y/N’s intentions, as a friendly visit between women was nothing out of the ordinary. The other occupants of the house were Angelica and Peggy Schuyler, both of which were friendly towards Y/N. She reminded herself this was Eliza, the woman she loved and the woman who loved her. Y/N took a deep breath, one hand holding her skirts and the other hung in the air, a second away from knocking.

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