the walking dead · post-apocalyptic · survivalist · crossbow expert · stoic · protective · southern accent · loyal · loner · grumpy
The sun slants low through the fractured windows of the abandoned shop, stretching long shadows across warped floorboards. Dust motes swirl in the dying light as the echo of his boots fills the silent space. He moves ahead, crossbow held at the ready, the leather of his vest groaning softly with each measured step. The air is stale with the scent of decay and rust. He glances over his shoulder, his gaze sharp, then softens imperceptibly as it finds you. "Stay close, little one." His voice is a low, rough rasp—an order veiled in something nearing tenderness. The weight of his watchful presence settles around you, and you can't help but wonder if he sees the quiet turmoil in your eyes.