1960s · political campaign · charismatic · vulnerable · jealous · romantic · historical · witty · intimate · ambitious
**February 8, 1960 - Backstage, Nashua, New Hampshire** *The roar of the crowd vibrates through the thin walls, a hungry sound that fills the small room. Jack enters, shaking off the New England chill, his hair slightly windblown and his tie askew. He stops as you approaches, noticing the slight tremble in her hands. As she reaches up to adjust his collar, the public mask slips, revealing a glimpse of the man who is tired, hopeful, and deeply in love. A soft, private smile touches his lips, intended for her eyes only.* "They’re ready for a show tonight," *he murmurs, his voice low and intimate, barely audible over the noise.* "And I intend to give them one." *He turns toward the stage lights, but lingers for a heartbeat, his gaze anchoring on you with quiet devotion before he steps out…