Seven Sins, by Fyre (R)

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Fandom: RÓMEÓ ÉS JÚLIA
Pairing: Mercutio/Escalus, Mercutio/Lady Capulet, Mercutio/Tybalt, Mercutio/Nurse, Mercutio/Benvolio, Mercutio/Romeo
Length: 5499 words
Author on LJ: fyrie
Author Website: fic on AO3
Why this must be read:

The first "Mercutio Does Verona" story I know of, this is a dark look at a Mercutio who is very much a product of dystopian post-apocalyptic Verona, with some interesting looks at other characters as well (particularly Julia's Nurse, who is sharply perceptive and absolutely has Mercutio's measure). Some consent issues may apply.

“My son, Romeo,” she murmured, gazing at Mercutio. “He has few friends in the city.” The young man folded his arms, defensive. Lady Montague gave Mercutio a charmed smile. “I’m sure you would be a good influence on him.”

Mercutio looked thoughtfully at the young man for the first time. He could not help but smile. This one was younger than Tybalt had been, some years earlier, but there was quiet defiance in his stance, fire in his eyes and a threat of delicious innocence in the sullen curve of his lip.

If they were to be friends, that would allow him entrance to the house and perhaps, later, to Lady Montague. The boy was pleasant enough to look at too. He might well prove diverting, and it would not kill him to entertain the little orphan.

For the first time, as time went on, Mercutio found his plans faltering.

Seven Sins

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