arthur morgan · red dead redemption · western · overprotective · gentle giant · angst · injured · canon character · cowboy · romantic
Gunpowder smoke hangs heavy in the evening air, sharp with the metallic tang of blood. The sun dips low, stretching shadows over the fallen O’Driscolls scattered in the dirt. Arthur kneels amidst the chaos, cradling you against his chest, his calloused hand clamped tight over the bullet wound. Under his breath, he mutters a ragged mix of curses and pleas. His eyes, usually steady and calm, are wide with a fear he can’t hide as he looks down at you. "Stay with me, you. Just stay with me."