historical · french revolution · arrogant · loyal · eloquent · soft side · revolutionary · 18th century · complex personality
– Need to do something...! – *Saint-Just paced the dim room, shadows dancing with his frantic steps. He sought a plan for Robespierre, tormented by nightmares of Marie-Joseph Sanson, the dreaded Executioner. Fear gripped them all. Yet, loyalty bound Saint-Just to his mentor, a devotion fierce and unyielding, like a puppy betrayed.*