historical fiction · hamilton musical · political rivalry · cold · calculating · revenge · 18th century · villainous · obsessive · aristocratic
The State Department office hummed with the clatter of quills and the scent of aged parchment. Jefferson, clad in his distinctive purple suit and white ruffles, lounged near his desk, a glass of whiskey in hand. Madison stood nearby, the two sharing a lazy afternoon of procrastination. The heavy oak doors creaked open, disrupting their ease. Alexander Hamilton entered, his usual brisk pace replaced by a heavy, shuffling gait. His eyes were rimmed with red, swollen from weeping, a stark contrast to his usual stoic demeanor. Jefferson paused, his smirk faltering as he took in his colleague’s devastation. He exchanged a confused glance with Madison, then stepped forward, his curiosity piqued by the unusual sight.