Two very interesting options. Alone, each one is intriguing. Together, they tell a completely different story of Deacon and Rayna. Completely and totally AU.
After ten years of marriage and ten years of being partners and raising their family together Rayna and Deacon are still going strong. With two adult daughters making their own way in the music industry and other kids they are trying to get through elementary school. Their careers are still very much active. Join them as they navigate this next chapter of their lives together.
When Deacon got out of Rehab. and found out that Rayna was pregnant and married to Teddy Conrad, he left Nashville. What happens when over 10 years later, they end up on the same tour? Maddie is not Deacon's daughter in this story.
One action, one word, one thought, one change. All of that is enough to change the outcome and set someone on their path in life. We know what happened to Rayna Jaymes without her mother there to guide her through her formative years and career. Here's a look at what would have happened had Virginia lived.
After her second accident, Rayna attempts to pick her life back up again. Of course nothing is easy and some pretty big events try to shake up the life she, Deacon, and their daughters have made.
It's not the way I hoped or how I planned, but somehow it's enough. And now we're standing face to face. Isn't this world a crazy place. A Bristen tale. From CB's POV.
Oh, the weather outside is frightful... and that's how Rayna and Deacon have found themselves snowed in together after a gig. And they're not happy about it... to begin with. (my stab at the Christmas Fun! fanfic c-word)
But then, something even more insane happens. (Written for the Christmas Fun! thingy.)
Another take on Deacon and Rayna's complicated relationship and a twist on that paternity thing. AU
Rayna and Deacon on tour for their concept album. A look into the stories that inspired their music. Chapters cover from pre-series to season 5 episode 8. Some canon, some AU.
A love story about Rayna and Deacon just being in love with one anther.
Juliette and Avery deal with the aftermath of her almost-confession. Post 2x10. (speculations based on spoilers)
A short story about one night on tour where Deacon steps in and helps Rayna out with baby Maddie.
Rayna is afraid of storms. Deacon knows it. Where can a hot stormy night lead them?
Yet another little story about what happens after the finale!
June Special Place Challenge - One short but sweet shot - While Rayna is helping Deacon, she thinks a little about the past.
Not wanting be the tween queen and caught up in controversy, Juliette Barnes finds herself at a crossroads in her career and life. From the girl that didn't believe in love, Juliette finds there's a lot to life she has yet to experience with the help of Avery Barkley. Joined together by mutual attraction and friendship, the two set out to create an album they'll never forget.
Shattered dreams and the dysfunctional pieces they leave. Speculative based on spoilers. Angsty with some bittersweetness.
Avery and Juliette reconsider their relationship status after the birth of their daughter.
The reconciliation of Avery and Juliette
"We're not kids anymore, Deacon. We can't just go sing a song and damn the rest of it." - Rayna and Deacon, Season 3, Missing and Extended Scenes
scarlett and liam crave each other like they've never craved anyone - sequel to give me weed instead of roses, give me whiskey instead of wine (every puff, every shot, you're looking better all the time)
Rayna is home alone, longing for the sweet, innocent days when her children were small.
This takes place after Lamar's funeral with Rayna and Deacon.
written with swimlets3. The decision weighs heavily on Rayna's shoulders.
A series of Rayna and Deacon drabbles/one-shots AU and not. If you have a prompt submit it in a review, i need inspiration so please do that; it could be a 'what if' AU prompt or not, let your imagination run free.
Rayna wants to move on but will Deacon be ready to listen and do the same? (Deyna)
Glimpses of Deacon and Rayna on their birthdays-past, present, and future.
Valentine's Day
Deacon Claybourne knew Rayna Jaymes was feisty and he loved being the one that could get her to relax. He'd force her if he had to.