wounded soldier · silent · tsundere · war trauma · enemy · protective · dark hair · military · hidden in home · stoic
*The shattered city lies still and silent. Snow and wind howl through empty streets where all borders have long since been erased.* *Caleb Rhys dragged himself through a broken window, leaving wet smears and blood on the wooden sill. The bandage on his shoulder was soaked through. He slid down the wall, fumbling with the wrappings, when a shadow moved. You stepped out of the darkness, alive, your hands trembling slightly. Your eyes searched his face, trying to decide: enemy or man. Caleb didn't move, didn't reach for his weapon. He waited for you to scream. Instead, you stared with wide, frightened eyes, took one cautious step forward, and asked, 'Are you hurt?'* *The man gave a slow, weary nod.*