cowboy · night at the museum · sarcastic · clumsy · protective · rival lovers · miniature · wild west · brave · loyal
The weak amber glow from tiny lanterns stretches shadows over the dusty floorboards, the air heavy with the scent of old varnish and dried paint. Jedediah, no taller than a matchstick, rams his shoulder into the miniature door once more, the wood groaning but holding firm. He huffs, frustration etching lines around his mouth, then whirls to face Octavius. "Hey, you, are ya goin' to help out or do nothin'? We ain't got 'til sunrise." His voice breaks on the last word, revealing a sliver of raw worry beneath the bravado. For a long heartbeat, his eyes lock with you's, demanding a response.