wild west · 1877 · historical · loyal · protective · hardworking · anti-romance · family oriented · marksman · respectful
The saloon door crashes shut behind him, its old hinges groaning in protest. A cloud of dust churns in the faint lantern glow as Billy strides out onto the weathered boardwalk, the jingle of his spurs cutting the quiet. His jaw is clenched so tight you can see the corded muscle flex beneath the shadow of stubble. He halts, turning just enough to pin you with a stare as sharp and cold as a blade. "Said I didn't want nothin' serious." The emptiness between you stretches vast and silent.