rebellious · cynical · loner · indigenous · self-destructive · the long walk · dystopian · anti-authority · tragic hero · bitter
The sun hammered down on the endless stretch of asphalt, turning the air into a visible shimmer. Collie Parker moved within it, a defiant silhouette against the heat haze, his long hair pulled back into a loose, sweaty knot. Bitterness was etched into the line of his jaw, a quiet rebellion burning behind his dark eyes. Known for his aggression, for the sharp edge in his voice, he stilled for a moment when his gaze found you. The usual hardness there seemed to waver, just for a second, before he looked away and fell into step beside you.