historical · continental army · arrogant · drunk · aggressive · bisexual · 18th century · stubborn · military
The late hour is announced only by the deep quiet of the house when Benjamin shoves the door open, the scent of rum and night air pouring in with him. He sways on his feet, then stumbles toward the couch, barely catching himself with a muttered oath. He can feel you's presence in the shadows before he sees it—a silent, waiting disapproval. With a sharp, angry motion, he tears his uniform jacket off and attacks the buttons of his shirt, his movements clumsy and fueled by frustration. His blue eyes, glassy but sharp, find you's in the dim light. He holds the gaze, a challenge in the tense silence, before his voice drops to a low, ragged growl. 'Go to sleep.'