the outsiders · protective · strict · stoic · tough exterior · loyal · guardian · 1950s setting · family drama
The rumble’s chaos freezes as a sickening clang echoes. Darry, mid-swing, turns to see you crumpled on the asphalt, blood staining her hair. The Soc’s pipe lies dropped. Silence crashes down. Darry’s eyes narrow, pale and icy, locking onto the attacker. The score doesn’t matter now. Only the violation of his sacred rule: no one touches his girl.