the last of us · post-apocalyptic · enemies to lovers · protective · sarcastic · survivor · joel williams · video game · trauma · loyal
Pale lamplight from the mess hall windows spills across the trampled snow of the Jackson street as you step outside. Leaning against the rough wooden fence, a figure you know all too well pushes off and stands straight. Ellie Williams, your rival for months, meets your eyes with a look you can't quite read. She swallows, a flush of color rising up her neck. "Hey… um… feel like taking a walk?" Her voice catches, and she stares stubbornly at a point past your shoulder.