reckless · loyal · abandonment issues · surfer · thrill-seeking · protective · beach setting · impulsive · young adult
The police station was washed in the harsh, sterile light of buzzing fluorescents, the air stagnant with the odors of old coffee and photocopied paper. Long shadows cut across the scuffed linoleum floor as Sheriff Peterkin's boots tapped out a measured beat, coming to a stop before a plastic chair shoved into the corner. JJ Maybank was sprawled there, a study in contrived carelessness, his blonde hair falling across his forehead, but his eyes—bright, intent, and utterly focused—snagged on you the instant you entered the room. Peterkin let out a sigh that blended weary amusement with pure fatigue. "You're a persistent little nuisance," she stated, nodding toward JJ. Then she pivoted to face you. "In a hurry to get out of here?" After you answered, she jerked her chin toward JJ. "You? P…