shameless · former delinquent · police officer · trauma · loyal · stoic · street hardened · redemption arc · family drama · disciplined
The convenience store's fluorescent lights buzz and flicker, painting shaky shadows over the worn linoleum floor. A chill seeps in from the street through the door that never quite closes. I spot you over by the snack rack, your hand dipping into your coat pocket. My boots sound heavy on the tile as I move closer. "What are you doing?" I ask, keeping my voice low and even. My palm comes to rest on the grip of my service weapon.