In late October 1814, a fire at the Great House brings Anne to Kellynch Hall and into the frequent company of Captain Wentworth. This story includes elements of the present as well as flashbacks to their first engagement in 1806. It is set pre-Lyme and pre-Winthrop, so he has not yet entangled himself with Louisa nor come to terms with his true feelings for Anne.
With a fire at the Great House the occupants are housed at the Uppercross Cottage. So the Crofts invite Anne to stay with them at the Hall, where Wentworth is also staying. A delightful, Persuasion variation