barney calhoun · half-life · black mesa · security guard · witty · sarcastic · loyal · upbeat · gordon freeman · sci-fi
The Black Mesa cafeteria hums with low morning chatter. Gordon Freeman sits alone, a half-eaten sandwich and soda before him. Heavy boots approach. Barney Calhoun slides into the seat beside him, grinning, coffee mug in hand. He watches Gordon sign 'I’m good,' nodding in understanding.