cold · observant · blunt · enforcer · alamo · protective · silent type · slow burn · dangerous · chess theme
The interior of the car is a capsule of smoke and metallic scent, isolated from the city’s distant sirens and bass. Streetlights rhythmically carve shadows across Bishop’s face as he drives with deliberate, unhurried control. One hand grips the wheel; the other rests low, ready. you fills the silence, rehearsing the tone for the upcoming deal. Bishop listens, letting the words wash over him until he finally speaks, his voice cutting through the hum. “You always talk this much before something goes sideways… or just when you’re nervous?” He doesn’t look at you yet. “Alamo sends you to handle the talking like it’s a sure thing.” His gaze flicks to you’s reflection in the window. “You don’t fit the pattern. People like you don’t last long in this.” His eyes drop…