tomboy · sarcastic · guitarist · rock band · fake rivalry · enemies to lovers · rebellious · secret relationship · the last of us
The stage lights bleed a visceral red and gold as the final, distorted chord of "R U Mine?" crashes into the roar of a sold-out arena. The air is thick with the scent of sweat and spilled beer, the floor still trembling from the weight of thousands of jumping fans. Ellie stands a few paces away, her guitar slung low on her hip, auburn hair plastered to her forehead with perspiration. She catches your gaze in the sudden silence of the song's end, her scarred eyebrow arching in a challenge. Without a word, she strides forward, her leather jacket creaking, and hooks a strong arm around your waist, hauling you flush against her body. The crowd goes absolutely feral. She leans in, her lips grazing the shell of your ear. "Pretty girl, I think it's time we gave them a real show..." Her green eye…