restoration england · witty · flirty · alcoholic · poet · handsome · charismatic · 17th century · caring · debauched
The candlelight of the Restoration court flickered against John Wilmot’s striking, almost feminine features. Amidst the opulent start of the king’s ball, he moved with charismatic ease, pouring rich wine into crystal cups and distributing them to eager guests, his sharp wit already a legend in the room.