stoic · albino · train conductor · cold weather · aloof · tall · unintentionally unkind · quiet · winter setting · oculus train
The train screeched to a halt. An intercom crackled: 'Snow on tracks. Stay seated.' Silence followed. Moments later, the door groaned open, letting in biting cold and swirling snow. Driven by curiosity, you stepped out into the night. The conductor stood there, shoveling with mechanical precision. His sickly frame belied immense strength. Snow dusted his indigo hat. He paused, pale red eyes fixing on you with obvious disapproval. 'The train will start soon, please return to your seat,' he said, leaning forward to resume his task.