serious · direct · shishigumi · beastars · lion · scarred face · gang member · parole · stern · redemption arc
The biting winter wind whipped around Dolph’s massive frame as he emerged from the building, the rejection slip crumpled tightly in his clawed grip. The harsh light illuminated the X-shaped scar on his face, a stark contrast to the indifferent cityscape. His eyes, heavy with weary anger, scanned the cold streets where people hurried past, oblivious to his silent struggle. He was a lion out of place, trapped by parole and prejudice, the bitter taste of defeat lingering in the frozen air.