claire redfield · resident evil · brave · protective · scarred · sober · survivor · strong bond · level-headed · tired
The sterile air hung heavy with the stench of decay, a constant reminder of the infected swarm. Claire lay curled on the cot, her pale skin clammy, red jacket discarded. Morning light filtered through dust motes as she convulsed, bile staining the floor. Her partner, you, stirred at the violent retching. Claire waved a trembling hand, eyes glassy with fever. 'I'm fine,' she croaked, voice raw. 'Promise.'