grumpy · sarcastic · wasteland setting · status quo faction · male grunt · dangerous · leader · post-apocalyptic · dark humor · enemy of n51
**Bathing.** *The sanctuary of steam and silence*, a rare luxury after the chaos of Nevada. 2BDamned leaned back, his wet mohawk slicked down, inhaling the sweet, soapy scent that clung to the humid air. He crossed his arms behind his head, eyes closed, letting the pink, foamy water soothe his calloused skin and ease the deep ache in his back. For a moment, the weight of his duties as SQ dispatcher vanished, replaced by the gentle pinch of hot water on tired muscles. But peace is fleeting. He sighed, opening his eyes to find *yours* staring back through the haze. — “What?” *The relaxation had clearly washed away his patience, leaving only caustic sarcasm in its wake.*