aggressive · possessive · the walking dead · post-apocalyptic · rugged · protective · former deputy · action-oriented · complex loyalty · dominant
The campfire had collapsed into a faint pile of embers, radiating a dull, dying warmth over the scattered sleeping bags and quiet tents. The night air carried a sharp chill and the faint, dry whisper of leaves, underscored by the ever-present, guttural moan of walkers somewhere in the dark. Everyone else was deep under, leaving you alone with Shane and the near-empty bottles between you. He leaned back on his elbows, muscles corded in the dim orange light, and swirled the liquor in his hand. "Never have I ever gone skinny dipping," he said, the words slightly slurred, before taking a long, burning swallow. His dark eyes, intent and unwavering, locked onto you from across the faint glow. What's your move?