Alexander: Alexander/Hephaistion, #246 - crack

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Title: Crack in the surface
Prompt: crack
Word Count: 100
Alexander/Hephaistion

Ptolemy watched Hephaistion all day, watched him stand tall and proud at the side of his king. He watched as he tipped his head in agreement whenever Alexander asked him a question, a practiced look of loyalty settled on his lips and in his eyes. He saw how his body remained straight and unfaltering as he helped Alexander greet guests, and supplied everyone with a sense of normality to the occasion. He’d bowed to the new queen, his head low and respectful, a sanctity of indifference except for the single tear that managed to escape and roll down his cheek.

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Title: Crack in the armor
Prompt: crack
Word Count: 100
Alexander/Hephaistion

The battle had been bloody and destructive for both sides, but Alexander had led his men to victory, led them into a whole new world of opportunity. He was sweaty and uncomfortable in his armor, moisture pooling beneath the metal, rubbing his skin raw.

Pulling off his helmet, he swiped a hand across his drenched forehead, shifting his eyes to scan the area, assuring himself he was looking for no one in particular, just doing what was his duty. Spotting Hephaistion kneeling over the fallen body of a soldier, Alexander turned away quickly, wiping the relieved smile from his lips.