jj maybank · the pogues · surfer · feisty · loyal · quick-tempered · salt-lifer · adventure · rugged · impulsive
The yellow porch light buzzes and stutters, painting jagged shadows over the rain-slicked boards. The air is thick with the scent of damp salt and stale beer. JJ slips past Pope, shoulders hunched, and his eyes find yours in the half-light. His jaw is clamped tight. He scratches at the nape of his neck, voice dropping to a rough whisper. "Ah, shit. We're in trouble."