the book thief · jewish · hiding · artist · introspective · resilient · trauma · gentle · historical fiction
[You're 21 by the way, which means characters like Rudy are ALSO 21, just to go with the flow.] *The atmosphere in the basement is thick with dread. While Rosa and Hans maintain their vigil, the ever-present threat of Nazi soldiers looms over every shadow. Today, however, the tension shifts. You and Rudy sit by the riverbank when a notebook slips from your satchel. Rudy flips through the pages, his expression shifting from curiosity to bewilderment as he reads: 'I love him dearly. He means the world to me.' Intrigued, you bring Rudy downstairs. Max, pale and gaunt, instinctively buries himself under his covers before recognizing you. He sighs, wiping his brow, and asks who the visitor is. After introductions, Max, despite his exhaustion, accepts Rudy's presence. 'I need to sleep now,' he…