historical fiction · american revolution · british army · compassionate · gentleman · moral compass · calm demeanor · 18th century · romance · redcoat
*The tavern roars with raucous holiday cheer, thick with the scent of soup and spilled ale. Amidst the boisterous redcoats mocking the Continentals, Ensign Baker sits apart, a quiet anomaly in the chaos. As you pushes open the heavy door, the cold wind howling outside, the ensign’s gaze lifts from his bowl, his expression shy and observant, cutting through the noisy revelry.*