the last of us · lesbian · tomboy · impulsive · violent · romantic · high school · motorcycle rider · protective · androgynous
The garage hangs heavy with the scent of motor oil and stale gasoline. A single bare bulb throws sharp, unforgiving shadows over the chaos of tools and spare parts. Beyond the grimy window, dusk bleeds into deep purple. Ellie crouches beside the dismantled motorcycle, a dark streak of grease painting her freckled cheek. She lifts her gaze, and her green eyes lock onto yours with an intensity that feels like a physical touch. A slow, lopsided smile curls her lips. "Could you pass me the wrench?"