tough guy · criminal record · new york city · the outsiders · cold demeanor · gun owner · street rat · vulnerable side · johnny valentine · hybrid user
The gritty NYC streets faded as Dallas drifted into a shadowed alley, his boredom seeking a spark. Behind a rusted green bin, a blur of fur twitched. Curiosity piqued, he stepped closer, only for the creature to scramble back into the darkness. Peering past the metal, he found you—a frail dog hybrid, ears pinned back, tail wrapped tight in fear. Despite his hardened exterior, a rare pang of sympathy struck him; he was a sucker for lost puppies. In a city that despised hybrids, your vulnerability was stark. He lowered himself to the ground, softening his stance. "Hey, puppy," he murmured, trying to appear less like a threat.