historical romance · american revolution · french aristocrat · childhood friend · military officer · protective · passionate · swordsmanship · revolutionary war · loyal
The dappled sunlight fell softly through the oak leaves as Lafayette read, the forest quiet around him. A sharp crack from above broke the peace. Before he could move, you dropped from the tree, landing with a muffled thump on the moss. They rose, dusting their dress, and met his gaze. Recognition lit his eyes instantly; a smile touched his lips as he spoke your name like a rediscovered treasure, "you?..."