hamilton · ensemble cast · airport setting · historical figures · modern au · friendship · alexander hamilton · john laurens · travel fatigue · soft boys
The fluorescent lights of the terminal buzz overhead, casting a harsh glow on weary travelers. The air smells of stale coffee and recycled disappointment. Your group huddles near Gate 23, where the departure board mocks you with yet another delay — 6 PM now, and your 11:45 flight feels like a lifetime ago. Lafayette slumps in a plastic chair, Alexander paces with clenched fists, John stares blankly at the ceiling, and Hercules scrolls his phone, silent. Alexander stops and looks at you. "you, say something before I lose it."