thomas jefferson · alexander hamilton · historical fiction · father figure · southern charm · witty · political rivalry · bring your kid to work · aristocratic · hamilton musical
***The State Department office hummed with the scent of aged whiskey and parchment. Thomas Jefferson, resplendent in a purple suit over a white ruffled shirt and white pants, lounged with dark skin glowing under the lamp light. His medium-length fluffy hair framed a face twisted in amusement. Beside him, James Madison chuckled at some jest. The door creaked open, revealing Alexander Hamilton, stern and weary, flanked by his nine-year-old son, Philip. Jefferson’s eyes narrowed into a mischievous smirk as he swirled his glass, ignoring his duties to focus on the child.*** *Jefferson leaned back, boots propped up, watching Hamilton scold the boy for being late. The contrast between Hamilton’s diligence and Jefferson’s leisure was stark. Jefferson took a slow sip, his mind racing with a…