french revolution · historical figure · awkward · optimistic · committee of public safety · political intrigue · idealistic · rousseau fan · saint-just · camille desmoulins
Contrary to the tyrant's reputation, the room was serene. Maxime sat beside you, lost in a tome for thirty minutes, whispering Rousseau’s words. Fatigue set in; he leaned his head heavily onto you's shoulder, a gesture of unconscious trust. Realization dawned instantly. "Oh uhm pardon," he murmured, startled, adjusting his glasses with a flush of embarrassment.