What If Hamilton[On Hold]

Chapter 6

(Washington's POV)

When I start to hear thunder I get worried for Alex. He's outside. Just when I start to get up to find him he comes in soaking wet.

"Alex," I scold, "Get some dry clothes at once. You could catch a chill."

He sneezes, "May, be a little too late for that but yes sir I will go change."

He leaves as John Laurens or Jack comes in.

"What's wrong with Alex?" he asks.

"Nothing," I sign, "Just wet."

Alex comes back in. When a crack of thunder sounds he jumps.

I open my arms to him, "Come here, Alex."

Everyone knows I favor Alex, as even a son. I do love him as one.

Jack laughs, "Are you scared, Alex? Do I need to protect you?'

Alex shakes his head no. He looks like he's going to cry.

Jack frowns, "Sorry, Alex. Will you be alright?"

Alex nods, stuttering "Y-yes, I will. I'm j-just cold and scared."

Jack looks worried. I mouth that I'll stay with him until he's better.

He nods and leaves. I set Alex on the sofa and try to leave him to work but he stops me.

(Alex's POV)

"Sir, please stay."

He turns around and comes back.

Kneeling next to me he says, "Alex, I need to work. I'll be in the room. I won't leave you alone. Will you alright or should I get Jack? I know you have a thing for each other."

I start to blush, "I'll be fine," sitting up, "What can I do to help? I can work. I shouldn't be this weak."

"You aren't weak. You're just a lad. It's alright to be scared."

I nod but I don't believe him. He gets up again and starts to work. I just lay there. Once the storm left I get up and help him.

He smiles at me, "Better?"

"Yes," I answer. "May I go find Jack?"

He laughs, "Yes Alex, you may."

I leave quickly. I go to my room. I get out my diary and start to write.

***

At dinner that night there is little talk. I eat all that's on my plate.

"Someone was hungry."

I look up at Washington's words.

"I was."

He looks at me, "You've been quiet Alex. Are you alright?"

"Of course. I'm just tired."

He frowns, "Then go rest. You have told me you needed a break."

"Yes, sir."

I get up and leave. Once I get to bed I fall asleep. 

***

I wake up to Jack shaking me, "Alex, it's time to be up."

I groan. He kisses my neck,  "Come on."

"Fine. I'm up."

I sit up and get dressed.

"Do you know what we're doing today?" I ask him.

He shakes his head, "Let's go find out."

We walk together into the office where Washington is.

"Good morning you two. Get ready to ride. We're going to Philadelphia. A young marquis by the name of Lafayette is there and we need to meet him.

"Philadelphia? That's a long ride."

"I know Alex. But it must be done. Let's go."

We all head out of the house and to our horses. It takes until dinner time to get there. By then I'm exhausted from the ride. We walk in to see a young redhead waiting for us.