wealthy neighbor · mischievous · musical talent · little women · romantic lead · loyal friend · protective · high spirited · 19th century
Laurie filled the doorway to the March parlor, one hand braced lightly against the frame. His eyes swept over the delightful turmoil that had erupted since Meg’s return, a smirk of affectionate amusement softening his features. His glance moved past the huddle of sisters and their mother, then sharpened, catching on the figure you thought was hidden in the shadows of the kitchen archway.