Wellington is standing at the bow of the Victory and is gazing out across London harbor. A couple of minutes later he hears some footsteps behind him and Horatio Nelson stands beside Wellington. Horatio Nelson starts speaking in a calm voice.
Horatio Nelson: Well it's almost been a month since the battle. How are you feeling Wellesley?
Wellington: I could be better.
Horatio Nelson: Still wondering about what happened to your brother?
Wellington: I don't even know if he's dead or alive.
Horatio Nelson: You are going to have to move on Wellesley.
Wellington: It's hard.
Horatio Nelson: I understand that it's hard for you to move on. But you can't allow this to keep bothering you.
Wellington: Your right Nelson. I can't let it keep bothering me.
Horatio Nelson puts his hand on Wellington's shoulder. Wellington quietly sighs to himself and continues looking out at the harbor.
*Wellington in thought*
Henry even though you don't love me anymore I still love you. You better be alive for my sake.
I don't want to find out that you have died in some sort of accident. You still mean a lot to me even though you betrayed me.
Nelson is right though I still need to move on from Henry's betrayal. Even though betrayals do hurt a lot.
Horatio Nelson starts speaking in a calm yet serious tone.
Horatio Nelson: Are you planning to try and go for Prime Minister?
Wellington: That I'm still thinking about.
Horatio Nelson: Take your time it is a difficult decision to make. After all, you will be making decisions for the whole country if you do become Prime Minister.
Wellington: I would also have to deal with many more people not liking my decisions.
Horatio Nelson: Dont be so negative Wellesley. I don't think that everyone would hate you, especially after what you did out on the battlefield.
Wellington: I'm also unsure about being in such a powerful position. Leading a country would be more difficult than leading an army.
Horatio Nelson: Indeed but I know that you have excellent leadership, Wellesley. You do have the qualities that would make you a great Prime Minister.
Wellington: Your right Nelson. But I'm unsure if I'm ready.
Horatio Nelson: Again take your time to think about it. Don't rush into something without thinking.
Wellington: Your right I shouldn't rush myself.
*Wellington in thought*
I guess Nelson is right I do have the right qualities that would make me a great Prime Minister.
Although leading a nation is different from leading an army. You have to worry about the opinions of a lot of people. I have also heard that people in parliament can be difficult at times according to William. But thats just William's opinion as well he doesn't like people he considers to be difficult.
Still, I feel like I need more time to think about my decision. I can't be rushing into things thats not the right thing to do. It's best to think first.
Horatio Nelson smiles at Wellington and starts speaking in a calm yet slightly cheerful tone.
Horatio Nelson: I shall be off Wellesley I have things to do.
Wellington: Alright Nelson.
Horatio Nelson: Don't forget what I told you. Remember don't rush your decision about being Prime Minister. Also, try to move on from Henry I don't want you to be suffering. Because you can't move on from the incident.
Wellington: Yes Nelson.
Horatio Nelson: If you do need any advice from me you can send me a letter at any time.
Wellington: Alright Nelson.
Horatio Nelson calmly walks off leaving Wellington gazing out at the city. Eventually, he loses himself in his own thoughts and begins reflecting on what happened between him and Henry. Tears start slowly streaming down his face and he tries to wipe them away. But more tears keep coming. A few minutes later Wellington hears footsteps behind him. Kitty Wellesley walks up to Wellington and stands beside him. She then notices the tears streaming down his face and starts speaking in a soft and comforting voice.
Kitty Wellesley: Arthur what's wrong?
Wellington: I'm still struggling to move on from Henry. I'm worried that he might be dead and I don't even know. I still do love him even though he hates me.
Kitty Wellesley: I understand that you are struggling to move on. But I don't want you to be suffering because of Henry's decision. He made his choice and you need to move on.
Wellington: It's just that it's hard. Because I still do love him, Kitty.
Kitty Wellesley: I understand that it's hard. But I will be here. Richard, William, and Lord Nelson are also here for you.
Wellington: Your right I shouldn't be letting myself suffer like this, my love.
Kitty Wellesley: Besides we do have Richard's celebration to look forward to.
Wellington: My love you know that I don't like parties. So I'm hoping that Richard decided to only stick with family. I hope that he didn't decide to bring all his friends.
Kitty Wellesley: I'm sure that he kept his promise. Richard is good at keeping promises.
Wellington: That is true.
Kitty Wellesley gently grabs Wellington's hand she then slowly lifts it and kisses it. She then let's go and wipes the last of the tears from Wellington's face. Wellington then smiles and passionately kisses Kitty on the lips. A couple of minutes later Kitty gently breaks the kiss and they both begin gazing out at the city. 30 minutes later the Victory docks at the port. Horatio Nelson walks up to Wellington and Kitty. He smiles and starts speaking in a cheerful voice.
Horatio Nelson: I guess this is farewell for now Arthur and Kitty Wellesley.
Wellington: I guess so my dear friend.
Horatio Nelson: Dont forget what I told you, Arthur.
Wellington: I won't.
Horatio Nelson: Good.
Wellington and Kitty Wellesley both begin making their way off the Victory. Once they get off the Victory they notice Richard Wellesley standing out near the street in front of a carriage and begin quickly making their way to him. A couple of minutes later they get to Richard who smiles at them and starts speaking in a calm voice.
Richard Wellesley: Welcome home you two. I'm glad that you both have made it home safely.
Wellington: It's honestly good to be home, Richard. I feel like I've been wanting to get home for a while.
Kitty Wellesley: I've been wanting the same thing as well Arthur.
Richard Wellesley: I hope that you are ready for the celebration Arthur.
Wellington: I am as ready as I will ever be I guess. But please tell me that you only invited family and not all your friends. You know that I don't like large parties.
Richard Wellesley: Yes I only invited family. William and I invited some of our children.
Wellington: I suppose it will be good to see some of my nieces and nephews
Richard Wellesley: Well let's get going then we don't want to be late.
Wellington: Alright.
Richard Wellesley opens the door to the carriage and allows Wellington and Kitty to enter. Upon entering the carriage they notice a young woman with short brown curly hair and brown eyes and is wearing a white dress sitting across from them. Richard then gets in the carriage and sits down next to the young woman and closes the door. The carriage starts moving and Richard joyfully smiles at Kitty and Wellington. Wellington smiles a little bit and starts speaking in a cheerful voice.
Wellington: So Richard who is this that you have brought along?
Richard Wellesley: This is my daughter Anne Wellesley.
Wellington: Oh it's been a while since I've seen you, Anne.
Anne Wellesley: Same with you uncle Arthur. Or should I say, Lord Wellington?
Wellington: No need for the titles Anne.
Anne Wellesley: You know that I'm use to being formal.
Wellington: Yes I know that. But we are family so the titles aren't necessary.
Anne Wellesley: I understand.
