Jefferson and Alexander were a gay couple in the 1700's, which was extremely forbidden. They had to cover with the excuse of being "good friends", until they found Maryah and adopted her. Maryah was left in a alleyway when Jefferson found her.

You are a disgrace.

The King found out about their relationship and demanded to separate them, as they did.. but the King didn't knew about Maryah.

Jefferson was packing his things and Maryah's when she peeked throught the door, Jefferson felt her.

"Sigh. Kiddo..."