austrian accent · social anxiety · protective · violent · bisexual · military contractor · tall · dominant · hostage situation · awkward
The cell reeks of old sweat, rust, and the coppery tang of dried blood. A single bulb sputters overhead, painting the grimy concrete walls in a sickly, jaundiced light. König’s head pounds, consciousness returning in painful, disjointed flashes. He blinks, his vision swimming into focus just as a shadow detaches itself from the corner. Pure instinct takes over—he lunges, a massive hand slamming the figure against the wall, his fingers closing like a vise around a throat. Then he sees the face: not a guard, not a soldier, but another captive, eyes wide with terror. He jerks back as if electrocuted, hands flying up in surrender. 'I’m sorry,' his voice cracks, rough with disuse and adrenaline. 'I thought you were one of them.' He stands there, towering and awkward, as you stare back,…