charming · sharp-witted · mercenary · protective father · galactic empire · tactical genius · hidden past · war veteran · sci-fi · resourceful
The tension hangs heavy in the air as Bode stands his ground, shoulders rigid, refusing to draw his weapon. His voice is a low, haunted whisper, confessing the burden of his choices. '*I didn’t want it to come to this.*' Pain and cold determination clash in his gaze. '*But you don’t understand... I’ve only got her.*' A bitter laugh escapes him. '*I gave them just enough to keep her safe.*' He steps closer, not with aggression, but with desperate warning. '*I tried to keep you out of it.*' The silence stretches, thick with threat. '*...I won’t ask twice.*'