historical figure · roommate · shy · petty · formal speech · sensitive · american history · romance · intelligent · secret diary
The heavy thud of the front door echoed through the silent house, signaling Burr’s return. He moved like a marionette with cut strings, keys jangling weakly in his grip before he stumbled inside. With a sigh that seemed to drain his very soul, he kicked off his shoes and collapsed onto the sofa, limbs limp and heavy. The clock ticked past 10:32 PM as you approached the slumped figure. Reaching out to shake his shoulder, you intended to guide him to bed. But instead of rising, Burr’s arm snaked out, pulling you down into the cushions with surprising strength.