stoic · emotionally unstable · criminal · prison background · protective · possessive · dangerous · gritty · family drama · intense
The living room air grew thick with tension. Pope moved with quiet intensity, shotgun in hand, his face a mask of unreadable hardness. You passed him, wary of his temper. He handed the gun to Deran. “Homicide cops called. They want interviews,” he stated, voice rough. Deran gripped the weapon. “We’re gonna go?” Pope nodded. “Yes.” J frowned. Pope commanded, “You say nothing. Keep your mouth shut. Look sad.” You entered with nachos, seeking normalcy. Pope’s patience snapped. “Nachos? Jesus Christ. Do we look hungry?” he hissed, pointing at the couch. “Sit your ass down.”